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2007 Kona Blast · 2009 Kona Blast

Specification2007 Kona Blast2009 Kona Blast
Overview
Model year20072009
BrandKonaKona
ModelBlastBlast
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspensionMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID9524016934
Original MSRP—$699.00
ColorsBlueBlack Metallic
Sizes14", 16", 17", 18", 19", 20", 22"14", 16", 17", 18", 19", 20", 22"
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-weldedTIG-welded
Frame materialKona All Mountain Butted AluminumKona 7005 Aluminum Butted
ForkRock Shox Dart 2, 100mm travelRockShox Dart 2 w/turnkey, 100mm travel
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, single crownSingle
Rear shockN/AN/A
Drivetrain
Component groupMountain MixMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano AlivioShimano Acera
Front derailleurShimano Acera-XShimano Acera
Rear derailleurShimano Acera-xShimano Deore
CranksetFSA Alpha Drive, 22/32/42 teethFSA Alpha Drive, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketFSA PowerdriveFSA Powerdrive
BB shell width—73mm
Cassette—Shimano Alivio
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
ChainShimano IG-70Shimano HG40
PedalsWellgo LU-926 w/ toe clips and strapsWellgo LU-A9
Brakes
BrakesHayes MX-4 brakes, Avid FR-5 leversHayes MX-4 disc brakes, Avid FR-5 levers
Cockpit & contact points
HeadsetTh1 1/8" TH
HandlebarKona RiserKona XC/BC
Handlebar extensionsNot includedNot included
StemKona ControlKona XC/BC
SaddleWTB Speed V Sport SEWTB Speed V Sport SE
SeatpostKona ThumbKona Thumb
Wheels & tires
HubsFront: KK Disc, Rear: Shimano FH-M475 discFront: Formula disc, Rear: Shimano M475 disc
RimsAlex ACE-18Alex ACE-18
SpokesStainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm)Stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Front tire26 x 2.10" Maxxis Ignitor26 x 2.10" Maxxis Ignitor
Wheel size26" wheels26" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 13, 2026.