Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification reportVelopedia Archive ID 64355
| Model year | 1997 |
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| Brand | Kona |
| Model | Caldera |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front suspension |
| Archive ID | 64355 |
| Original MSRP | $1,399.00 |
| Colors | Dark blue, molotov red |
| Sizes | 16", 18", 19", 20" |
| Weight | 24.2 lb |
| Frame construction | TIG-welded |
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| Frame material | Chromoly |
| Fork | Marzocchi Bomber Z-2 |
| Fork material | Magnesium, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | N/A |
| Component group | Shimano Deore XT/LX |
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| Shifters | Shimano Deore LX RapidFire SL |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Deore LX top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Deore XT SGS |
| Crankset | Shimano Deore LX, 22/32/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-UN52, 110 mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-IG70, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Shimano PD-M535 SPD clipless |
| Brakes | Avid SD-2.0 brakes, Avid SD-1.9 levers |
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| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Aheadset STC |
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| Handlebar | Curve 2014 |
| Handlebar extensions | Not included |
| Stem | Tahoma Sonne IV |
| Saddle | Selle Italia Expedia |
| Seatpost | Joe Murray O-Beam, 27.0 mm diameter |
| Hubs | Shimano Deore LX |
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| Rims | Mavic 221, 32-hole |
| Spokes | DT stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | Front: 26 x 2.00" Kona Scratch, Rear: 26 x 2.00" Kona Sniff |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels |
| Top tube | 584.2 mm |
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| Head-tube angle | 71° |
| Seat-tube angle | 74° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 425.4 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1066.8 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 40.6 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 26, 2026.