Kona Rove DL Gravel Bike 2022

Kona Rove DL Gravel Bike

The Rove DL is a sleek, stylish and versatile gravel bike that’s engineered for outstanding performance across multiple terrains. Ideal for gravel racing, bike packing adventures and off-road adventures, this bike is designed and equipped for any journey. It features a full Chromoly (CrMo) frameset, a SRAM Rival1 11-Speed groupset with TRP disc brakes. Plus, it rolls upon Formula rims with Boost axles and tubeless ready WTB ST i23 TCS rims wrapped in WTB Venture TCS tyres.

Adventure Bike for Gravel Cycling and Commuting

You’re looking for a smooth ride across mixed terrain. You’re a fan of steel. You have discerning taste but aren’t caught up in trends. You want a bike that looks good, rides great, and will last you a lifetime. You’re the person that buys a great product at a great price. Look no further than the Rove DL. It’s been a workhorse for years. Inspired by mountain biking, but decidedly more touring oriented, the Rove DL checks all the boxes for functionality, comfort, and style.

Durable and Lightweight Kona Chromoly Steel Frameset

Very few materials offer as much shock absorption, durability and supple-ride characteristics as steel. Kona has never strayed from cycling’s original material and has worked tirelessly to adapt, refine and innovate Kona Chromoly framesets as rider demands continue to evolve.

Tapered Head Tube

More girth at the bottom of the head tube better distributes shock force, prolonging the bearing life of the headset itself and eliminating brake shudder, while providing confident steering performance. The inherent strength of its triangular design also means a stronger steering position and improved balance, giving the rider more control in rough terrain. A zero-stack, tapered head tube also puts strength where the load is going—into the lower headset cup—maximizing bearing durability where it’s needed.

12mm Thru Axles

12x142mm, 12×148 and 12×157 rear axle standards provide two major advantages to the Kona rider: the 12mm diameter of the rear axle provides the rear hub and frame with a stiff interface, while the 142/148/157mm outer diameter of the hub allows the wheel to be quickly and properly positioned in the frame before the rear axle is inserted. For 2017, you’ll see the 12×148 Boost standard in the mix. Boost spacing provides more tyre clearance at the chainstay yoke, while the rear wheel is stiffer and more durable relative to a 12×142 thru-axle.

Tubeless Compatible Rims

Tubeless rims allow for tyres with more puncture resistance; the ability to run lower tyre pressure, which provides better tyre grip on the trail; lower rolling resistance; and weight savings over traditional tube and tyre systems.

Agile and Playful 650b Wheel Standard

650b wheels and tyres have a similar overall diameter to a traditional 700c gravel or commuting tyre, but with a smaller diameter rim and a wider, taller tyre. The extra air volume in this new generation of urban and mixed-surface tyres means they can be run comfortably at lower pressures while still rolling quickly on a variety of surfaces. It’s the best of both worlds.

Features:

• Frame Material: Kona Butted Chromoly
• Sizes: 48, 50, 52, 54, 56, 58
• Rear Shock: n/a
• Fork: Kona Project Two Chromoly Disc
• Crankarms: SRAM Apex
• Chainrings: 40t X-Sync
• Bottom Bracket: SRAM GXP 68mm
• Pedals: n/a
• Chain: SRAM PC1110
• Freewheel: SRAM PG1130 11-42t 11spd
• Chainguide: n/a
• Front Derailleur: n/a
• Rear Derailleur: SRAM Rival 1
• Shifters: SRAM Rival 1
• Brake Calipers: TRP HDC711C Mechanical / Hydraulic
• Front Brake Rotor: TRP TR160mm
• Rear Brake Rotor: TRP TR160mm
• Brake Levers: SRAM Rival 1
• Headset: FSA No.1/No.10
• Handlebar: Kona Road
• Stem: Kona Road Deluxe
• Seatpost: Kona Deluxe Thumb w/Offset 27.2mm
• Seat Clamp: Kona Clamp
• Grips: Kona Cork Tape
• Saddle: WTB Volt
• Front Hub: Formula 100x12mm (centerlock)
• Rear Hub: Formula 142x12mm (centerlock)
• Spokes: Stainless Black 14g
• Rims: WTB ST i23 TCS 2.0
• Front Tyre: WTB Venture TCS DUAL 650x47c
• Rear Tyre: WTB Venture TCS DUAL 650x47c

Easy Assembly

When you order a bike, one of our trained mechanics will carefully prepare and pack your bike for shipping. Upon delivery, the assembly is simple and all necessary tools and plastic pedals are conveniently included in the box.

Depending on the delivery service and destination, bikes will either be delivered in a large or a small box. Below is a guide as to how your bike will arrive:

• All bikes for delivery within the UK and Republic of Ireland will be delivered in a large box, except for balance bikes and BMX bikes, which are always delivered in manufacturer’s boxes.
• All bikes for delivery within the EU on a standard service will be delivered in a large box. If an express delivery option is chosen, your bike will be packed into a small box. Again, the exception is balance bikes and BMX bikes, which are always delivered in manufacturer’s boxes.
• All bikes for worldwide delivery outside the EU will be delivered in small boxes.

This video demonstrates assembly from a SMALL BOX.

This video demonstrates assembly from a LARGE BOX.

Note: Manufacturer may reserve the right to change the specification of that listed or shown on this page.

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