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1999 Kona Chute

Velopedia Archive ID 81388

Overview

Model year1999
BrandKona
ModelChute
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID81388
Original MSRP$1,699.00
ColorsPhantom Grey/Mustard
SizesLarge, medium, small, xlarge

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialKona OB 7005 aluminum
ForkRock Shox Judy XLC, 4.0" travel
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, double triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano Deore LX RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano Deore LX top-swing
Rear derailleurShimano Deore XT SGS
CranksetRace Face Turbine LP, 24/34/46 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-UN52
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
ChainShimano CN-HG72, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsFasten NWL-230 slalom platform

Brakes

BrakesAvid Arch Rival 50 brakes, Avid SD-1.9 L levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Aheadset SX
HandlebarKona DH riser
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemKona OB
SaddleSDG Comp Belair
SeatpostKona O-Beam, 30.0mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Ritchey Pro S, Rear: Shimano Deore LX
RimsSun Rims Rhyno Lite
SpokesStainless steel, 1.8mm front, 2.0mm rear straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.10" Tioga Factory DH
Wheel size26" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 14, 2026.