Jan 22, 2014 kona has thrown down the gauntlet with its process 4 dla bike that our testers agree signals a necessary shift in thinking about mountainbike geometry. However, what many people didnt realise was that kona sneaked two models of 29er into the 153 lineup, both in aluminium, and both towards the lower end of the price bracket. I am interested in the konas, but you can poke around on the kona subforum to check out the 4. Apr 05, 2016 its a good build, but id opt for the process 4 dl. Konas process 153 dl is gravity charger in a pedalable package, thanks to the onebyeleven drivetrain, 27. My squamish test bike was the 153 al dl 29 that costs. Everything you need to know about konas new process bikes. Kona has made progress in leaps and bounds in recent years, and the 2015 process is another fine example of that. Straight off the bat, i liked the look of the hei hei dl. The process 4 disappeared from kona s lineup for a couple of seasons as the bigger and burlier process 153 models stole the spotlight, but the versatile midtravel machine is back for 2020, with. Also, mbr has only had good things to say about the process, so i felt confident it would be a good longterm companion. Kona bikes epitomise freedom and empowerment, and its been that way since the first kona product hit the streets back in 1988. Read its strength, weaknesses, find deals and pricing. I wanted something a bit burlier with 650b wheels that would give a bolder riding experience.
Its 140mm travel makes quick work of any terrain while keeping things sharp. Aug 15, 2016 based on outward appearances, the 2017 kona process 4 dl doesnt appear to be much different than the 2016 model. Still under the direction of its founding owners, kona continues to produce worldclass riding machines for people who love bikes. Kona has brought back the kona process 4 back into their lineup, with both carbon and aluminum offerings. Les process sont nombreux chez kona et couvrent les pratiques allant du freeride au all mountain. Reviews, ratings, specifications, weight, price and more for the 2017 kona process 4 bike. Kona mtb bike 18 large hardtail deore lx marzocci bomber fork vbrakes charity. The frame is still a 6061 butted aluminum number with a carbon brace between the rocker arms. Oct 27, 2018 konas 153 process platform launched last year to resounding success and the 27.
The kona process 153 dl is not a doitall bike, nor should it be. Featuring oversized bearings for ultimate longterm suspension performance, a low bb for a trailconnected center of gravity, and a leverage rate curve that keeps the bike high in its 4mm of rear travel. I own a 153 dl and have ridden the 4 dl and non dl and the 111 on numerous occasions, id say if you can stand the blue color go with the non dl. It does however slightly tip the scale towards riders who will be doing more descending than trail riding. Reborn with the option for 29inch wheels, the process 4 is now a versatile. Kona s original process bikes were a watershed moment in modern mountainbike development. Oct 28, 2016 konas process family of bikes are billed as enduro racing machines with the 4 filling the midtravel role. Sram xo1 11 speed drive train with a race face turbine crank and 32tooth chain ring were perfect up and down, whilst the excellent new shimano xt brakes with 180160mm rotors did the stopping. We have four yeti demo bikes available for test rides. It still offers 4mm of rear travel mated to a 140mm fork and uses konas rocker independent suspension platform. A bike way ahead of its time, it combined short travel with big bike numbers to create a unique and amazing ride. Test kona process 4 deluxe 2014 big bike magazine, l. It still offers 4mm of rear travel mated to a 140mm fork and uses kona s rocker independent suspension platform.
The process has spent the last six years making a name for itself atop the bestof enduro bike lists. Kona s new process series does sport some nifty features, but theyre definitely not looking to reinvent the wheel with these new bikes. This is an excellent example of the modern mountain bike. The bike is equipped with a 140mm rockshox pike rc solo air, a rockshox monarch. Kona has thrown down the gauntlet with its process 4 dl a bike that our testers agree signals a necessary shift in thinking about mountainbike geometry. After a couple of days atop the new process 4 cr dl 29, we can say kona has a winner on their hands. This is kona s first ever fullcarbon bike, with every bit and piece made of carbon.
The cr dl model is kona s topoftheline process 4 and comes equipped with all the bells and whistles. Kona has beefed up the hei hei dl with a 120mm travel fork and a more capable parts spec. Sep 12, 2017 kona s new process series does sport some nifty features, but theyre definitely not looking to reinvent the wheel with these new bikes. Personality traits any enduro mother and father would love to see in their youngsters. Kona process 153 al dl 29 bike 2018 big wheels, high speeds. Weve been on the midrange process 4 dl for the last few months. Under the process umbrella kona pioneered bikes with long, low. Kona just relaunched the process 4 an ultra capable mid travel trail bike. In terms of value, the kona process 153 cr dl 29 comes with a very smart spectopnotch suspension, close attention to important details like 200millimeter rotors, front and rear all sizes with code rsc brakes, fairly lightweight wheels and carbon everywhere on the frame except where alloy durability prevailsthe chainstay. The 111 was forgotten about and kona continued with the long travel process.
For a bike of its suspension travel the 4 s similarity to its bigger brother states aggressive intentions and my immediate reaction was that this could be the bike of the range for uk riders who like to throw the bike around a bit and play with the trail. A forwardthinking and thoughtful package for the modern mountain biker. The rear end is supported by a monarch rt, which, asper the namesake of the bike, adds up to 4mm of. Up, down and across, for those who like to ride it all, this is your bike kona process 4 2015. Kona has long been known to create fun, bombproof bikes with a nod towards simplicity in design.
But with its forwardthinking design concepts, the process 4 also serves as a perfectly capable bikepacking platform. The bike is equipped with a 140mm rockshox pike rc solo air, a rockshox monarch rl shock, shimano xt brakes and drivetrain. The routes that i rode in bentonville, arkansas, during outerbike 2018 were ideal for trail bikes, but kona s 2019 hei hei cr dl a crosscountry race bikehandled various routes in coler and. Cant decide 2014 kona process 4 or 2014 giant trance. Kona dual suspension mountain bikes for sale bikeexchange. Buy kona process 4 crdl 29 2020 mountain bike from. Kona s process family of bikes are billed as enduro racing machines with the 4 filling the midtravel role. It leads the charge in enduro design and technology and with the likes of kona s enduro world series team riders miranda miller, connor fearon and rhys verner racing aboard the process, its proven on the worlds trickiest tracks. Component wise, the kona process 111 dl is the top model and has a great spec list. If you want the lightest, highestperformance stock build available, though, the supreme is the way to go. The list includes a sram x01 eagle 12speed drivetrain, a rockshox pike ultimate rc2 charger 2 debonair fork, a pair of sram g2 rsc brakes and a rockshox reverb dropper post. Kona process 4 crdl 29 2020 mountain bike evans cycles. Konas improved antisquat and a sram gxnx eagle 12speed drivetrain make climbing a breeze. This bike features a lightweight, tough aluminium frame and a tuned rockshox suspension set up to handle big hits and rough terrain.
One that you dont have to worry about flipping switches on just to continue your ride. You want a bike that goes up efficiently and still descends like an animal. Process 111, process 4, process 4 dl, process 153, process 153 dl, honzo cr trail dl, honzo cr trail, honzo cr race, honzo al dl, big honzo dl, hei hei race supreme, hei hei race dl, hei hei race, hei hei supreme, hei hei dl, hei hei, hei hei trail supreme, hei hei trail dl, hei hei trail, kahuna ddl, explosif, unit, jake the snake, jake the snake cr, private jake, esatto ddl, tonk, zone. There are actually a total of three 4s in the lineup, the top end supreme, the base model process and the midlevel dl. There are very few bikes i wish i had bought, but the process 111 from about 4 years ago has to be one of them. I am a fan of kona, going back to my days working at a kona dealer different bikes and i feel they run their. The rocker independent suspension masters descents with ease so you can rip it down technical hills and focus on the joy of the ride. They were long in the front, they were short in the back and they took way too long to make it to carbon. Ever since its inception, the process 4 dl has impressed everyone who is lucky enough to shred a trail on one, and we continually hear praise about its progressive geometry and capabilities. Flat tire offers 612 month 0% apr financing for those. Kona constantly delivers the smiles with this series of bikes, even if andrew was too focused to let his out.
The fruit of their labor is a bike that is stiff, has exceptional handling demeanor and remains steady at high speeds. I loved the 111 the most for its geometry and playful handling despite the big wheels. Kona process 4 dl 1x10 conversion in mechanics lounge. From these bikes we are able to work with you to find the perfect yeti super bike and component selection.
Pour cette discipline, les pratiquants ont deux solutions. More kona mtb enduro quizzes french i, chapters 57 self test. Has anyone tried a kona process 111 vs the 4 29 vs 27. Jun 15, 2017 is the kona hei hei dl just like every other 100mm travel xc bike. Based on outward appearances, the 2017 kona process 4 dl doesnt appear to be much different than the 2016 model. Bike sheet is a complete database of mountain bike specifications and dimensions. Kona s process 153 dl is gravity charger in a pedalable package, thanks to the onebyeleven drivetrain, 27. Our analysis and test results kona has recently introduced an allnew process 4 that is offered in 27. Passing grade is 810, so continue to take the test until you pass before continuing on to 2014 mtb gravity bikes. Buy a huge range of new and used kona dual suspension mountain bikes, from. Reviews, ratings, specifications, weight, price and more for the 2015 kona process 4. All current model year complete build kits are in store only. Please note, you may order a bicycle, but we are unable able to ship 2020 models.
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