Velopedia Bicycle Archive
1999 Kona Caldera
Mountain bike, front suspension bicycle from the Velopedia specification archive.
- Original MSRP
- $929.00
- Sizes
- 14", 16", 17", 18", 19", 20"
- Colors
- Kona Orange/Blue Bomber
- Archive ID
- 86493
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| Frame Construction | TIG-welded |
|---|---|
| Frame Material | Kona chromoly, double-butted |
| Fork | Marzocchi Bomber Z-4, 2.75" travel |
| Fork Material | Aluminum, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear Shock | N/A |
Drivetrain
| Component Group | Shimano Deore LX/XT |
|---|---|
| Shifters | Shimano Deore LX RapidFire SL |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Deore LX top-swing |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore XT SGS |
| Crankset | Shimano STX-RC, 22/32/42 teeth |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano BB-LP27 |
| BB Shell Width | 68mm English |
| Rear Cogs | 9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-HG72, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Ritchey Logic Sport |
Brakes
| Brakes | Avid 1D-2.5 brakes, Avid SD-1.9 L levers |
|---|
Cockpit & Contact Points
| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Ritchey Logic |
|---|---|
| Handlebar | Ritchey Force |
| Handlebar Extensions | Not included |
| Stem | Tahoma Sonne IV |
| Saddle | SDG Comp Belair |
| Seatpost | Kona Thumb, 27.0mm diameter |
Wheels & Tires
| Hubs | Front: Kona OB-1, Rear: Shimano STX-RC |
|---|---|
| Rims | Mavic 221N |
| Spokes | Stainless steel, 1.8mm front, 2.0mm rear straight gauge |
| Front Tire | Front: 26 x 1.95" Kona Enter, Rear: 26 x 1.95" Kona Break |
| Wheel Size | 26" wheels |
Specifications are presented as a reference. Components may vary by market, size, production run, or later manufacturer revisions.