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Libre
An aluminum frame gravel bike with upper mid-range components and shimano cues hydraulic disc brakes.
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US$ 2.099(€ 1.812)| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Rigid |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 10 |
| Groupset | CUES |
| Brakes | Shimano CUES Hydraulic Disc |
okt 2025 · Jeremy Benson
Kona drops new, more affordable aluminum-framed versions of its popular Hei Hei MTB and Libre gravel models.
sep 2025 · Clifford Lee
Kona's Jake cx series of bikes is gone, but its new Libre CR is a versatile, carbon drop-bar gravel bike. Is it the right gravel (or cyclocross) bike for you?
Long front center provides confidence on descents and prevents toe overlap
Stable steering with 74mm trail, familiar to Kona Jake owners
Versatile geometry: planted and stable, yet handles tight turns well
Acceleration and climbing are not sluggish despite long chainstays
Tall headtube allows comfortable upright position and effective use of drops
SRAM Apex AXS shifters and brakes feel no different than higher-tier SRAM groupsets
Wheel build is bombproof and reliable
Good all-around tire (WTB Vulpine) for dry surfaces
Light enough out of the box (20.1 lbs) and performance improves significantly with lighter wheels
Affordable MSRP of $4,399
Limited accessory mounts: no frame bag or rack mounts, only bottle cages, top tube bag, and fenders
Heavier wheelset (approx. 1820g) and tires (WTB Vulpine) hinder acceleration and agility
High stack prevents extremely low aero position even with slammed stem
Steep climbs require extra concentration on weight balance compared to shorter-trail bikes
Not ideal for tight, twisty courses with repeated chicanes or flat switchbacks
WTB Vulpine tires less effective on loose-over-hard conditions and mud
Kona voids warranty if suspension fork is installed
Aluminum version not yet available (no release date)
apr 2025 · Alvin Holbrook
The Kona Libre CR gravel bike got a complete overhaul, keeping its simple guided brake hoses and durability while going for faster look and feel.
jan 2022 · David Kennedy
Kona’s Libre EL steps up with an eye towards value and performance
| Frame | Kona 6061 Aluminum Butted BB Standard: BB86/BB92, 86.5mm, Press Fit Color: Gloss Metallic Charcoal w/ Toffee & Jade Decals |
|---|---|
| Fork | Kona Libre Carbon Flat Mount Disc |
| Shock | n/a |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano PF86.5 |
| Headset | FSA Orbit No.57E ZS44/ZS56 |
| Stem | Kona Gravel Deluxe 31.8mm / Rise 6º / Length 48-52 60mm / 54-56 70mm / 58 80mm |
| Handlebar | Kona Gravel Dropbar 31.8mm / Width 48 42cm / 50-52 44cm / 54 46cm / 56-58 48cm |
| Saddle | WTB SL8 |
| Seatpost | Kona Thumb w/Offset 27.2mm / Length 48-50 325mm / 52 350mm / 54-58 375mm Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | n/a |
| Grips | Kona Cork Tape |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano CUES 6020 |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano CUES 6030 |
| Crank | Shimano CUES 6040 32/46t / Length 48-54 170mm / 56-58 175mm |
| Shifters | Shimano CUES 6030 |
| Cassette | Shimano CUES LG300 11-39t 10spd |
| Chain | Shimano CUES LG500 |
| Chain Guide | n/a |
| Brakes | Shimano CUES 6030 Type: Shimano CUES Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano CUES 6030 |
| Rims | WTB ST i23 TCS 2.0 |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Stainless 2.0mm Black |
| Front Hub | Formula 12x100mm 6B |
| Rear Hub | Formula 12x142mm 6B HG |
| Tires | Front: WTB Vulpine TCS Light 700x45c, Rear: WTB Vulpine TCS Light 700x45c |
| Disc Rotors | Shimano RT56 180mm 6B |
First added 23 oktober
Last updated 25 april
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