Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report2016 Kona Blast · 2018 Kona Blast
| Specification | 2016 Kona Blast | 2018 Kona Blast |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 2016 | 2018 |
| Brand | Kona | Kona |
| Model | Blast | Blast |
| Bicycle type | Mountain | Mountain |
| Archive ID | 900003705 | 900003152 |
| Colors | Gloss Burnt Orange w/ White & Black Decals | Matt Charcoal & Black w/ Black & Orange Decals |
| Sizes | S; M; L; XL | XS (26"); S; M; L; XL |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | Kona Race Light 6061 Aluminum | Kona Race Light 6061 Aluminum Butted |
| Frame material | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Fork | RockShox 30 Silver TK 100mm | RockShox 30 Silver TK Solo Air 100mm |
| Rear shock | n/a | n/a |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Shifters | Shimano Altus | Shimano Altus |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Alivio | Shimano Alivio |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Deore | Shimano Deore |
| Crankset | Shimano Alivio; Chainring: 22/30/40t | Shimano Alivio; Chainring: 22/30/40t |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano ES300 | Shimano ES300 |
| Cassette | Shimano HG200 11-34t 9spd | Shimano HG200 11-34t 9spd |
| Chain | KMC Z99 | KMC X9 |
| Pedals | Wellgo Platform | Kona JS2 |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Brake Calipers: Shimano Hydraulic Disc; Front Brake Rotor: Shimano 180mm (centerlock); Rear Brake Rotor: Shimano 160mm (centerlock); Brake Levers: Shimano Hydraulic Disc | Brake Calipers: Shimano Hydraulic; Front Brake Rotor: Shimano RT10 180mm (centerlock); Rear Brake Rotor: Shimano RT10 160mm (centerlock); Brake Levers: Shimano Hydraulic |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | TH ZST no.10 | FSA No.57B |
| Handlebar | Kona XC/BC Riser | Kona XC/BC Riser |
| Stem | Kona XC | Kona XC |
| Saddle | Kona XC | Kona XC |
| Seatpost | Kona Thumb | Kona Thumb 31.6mm |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | (F) Shimano Disc Centerlock / (R) Shimano Disc Centerlock | (F) Formula 100x9mm / (R) Shimano 135x10mm |
| Rims | WTB SX 19 | WTB STP I25 |
| Spokes | Sandvik Stainless 15g fr / 14g rr Black | Sandvik Stainless Black 15g fr / 14g rr |
| Front tire | Maxxis Ardent 27.5x2.25" | Schwalbe Nobby Nic 27.5/26x2.25" |
| Rear tire | Maxxis Crossmark 27.5x2.1" | Schwalbe Nobby Nic 27.5/26x2.25" |
| Wheel size | 27.5" | 26" |
One selected size or frame position per bicycle, matching the comparison dropdown choices used when Print / PDF was opened.
| Measurement | 2016 Kona Blast | 2018 Kona Blast |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | M | M |
| Reach | 427 mm | 427 mm |
| Stack | 601 mm | 601 mm |
| Head-tube angle | 68.5° | 68.5° |
| Seat-tube angle | 74° | 74° |
| Seat tube | 420 mm | 420 mm |
| Head tube | 115 mm | 115 mm |
| Chainstay / rear center | 425 mm | 435 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1111 mm | 1121 mm |
| Bottom-bracket drop | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Bottom-bracket height | — | 304 mm |
| Standover height | 700 mm | 725 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Front center | 691 mm | 691 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 5, 2026.