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1999 Kona Blast

Velopedia Archive ID 80095

Overview

Model year	1999
Brand	Kona
Model	Blast
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID	80095
Original MSRP	$599.00
Colors	Scuba Yellow/Red
Sizes	14", 16", 18", 19", 20"

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	7005 aluminum
Fork	RST Gamma EL, 2.5" travel
Fork material	Aluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Mountain Mix
Shifters	Shimano Alivio RapidFire Plus
Front derailleur	Shimano Alivio top-swing
Rear derailleur	Shimano STX-RC
Crankset	Cyclone, 24/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracket	Shimano BB-LP27
BB shell width	68mm English
Rear cogs	8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
Chain	Shimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Fasten NWL-90K

Brakes

Brakes	Avid 1D-10 brakes, Avid AD-1.0 L levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" threadless Tioga TG
Handlebar	Alico YC-A227 B
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	Kona Control
Saddle	SDG Comp
Seatpost	Kona Thumb, 30.0mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Front: Kona OB-1, Rear: Shimano Alivio
Rims	Mavic X138
Spokes	Stainless steel, 1.8mm front, 2.0mm rear straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	Front: 26 x 2.10" Kona Lumpy, Rear: 26 x 2.10" Kona Gravy
Wheel size	26" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 28, 2026.