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2019 Kona

Libre DL

Prezzo Produttore

3999 USD(3437 €)
TelaioCarbonio
SospensioniRigido
ForcellaCarbonio
Ruote700c Alluminio
Trasmissione1 × 11
GruppoForce
FreniSRAM Force Disco idraulici
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Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Rider Position
relaxedaggressive
Terrain
smoothrugged
Libre DL
Other Gravel bikes
Rapporti

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

(climbing)

56 km/h

Libre DL

58 km/h

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Highest gear

(descending)

Recensioni

Riassunto

The Kona Libre gravel bike series is praised for its versatility, offering a comfortable yet performance-oriented ride across various terrains. Its lightweight carbon frame, progressive geometry, and ample mounting options make it a standout for both bikepacking and gravel racing. However, some models may require gear adjustments for optimal performance, and tire clearance can be tight with larger sizes.

Pros
  • Lightweight carbon frame and fork

  • Versatile performance on pavement, gravel, and singletrack

  • Ample mounting points for bikepacking

  • Progressive geometry for stable and confident handling

  • Comfortable for long distances

Cons
  • May require gear adjustments for some riders

  • Tight tire clearance with larger sizes

  • Some models have mechanical disc brakes with less power

Key Quotes
A carbon gravel bike such as the new Kona Libre can be up to 48% lighter than other rigs often used for bikepacking.
BIKEPACKING.com
The Libre DL is a gravel bike that pushes the limits and challenges your idea of what a gravel bike is.
Bicycling
Every time I ride the Libre DL, I’m constantly amazed at how good it makes me feel.
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Gran Fondo Magazine
Kona Libre AL in Review

nov 2019 · Benjamin Topf

Regardless of what your bikepacking adventure may entail, the Kona Libre AL will be your companion through testing times! We gave this new aluminium bike the spurs and ragged it through our gravel testing grounds. Find out how it performed here. Click here for an overview of the best gravel bike 2020 group test. On […]

Pro
  • Calm and stable ride

  • Numerous mounting points

  • Purposeful concept

Contro
  • Sluggish acceleration and handling

  • Limited comfort

  • Middling braking performance

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Bicycling
The Kona Libre DL Gravel Bike Leaves No Adventure Unturned

giu 2019

Go-fast gearing, a million mounts, big-tire clearance, and dropper-post compatibility—let the fun begin.

Pro
  • Carbon frame and fork

  • Takes 700c and 650b wheels

  • Huge tire clearance

Contro
  • Some riders may want lower gears

  • Stack height may be too tall for riders who want an aggressive position

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Road Bike Action
Bike Test: Kona Libre DL

apr 2019 · Troy Templin

The Kona Libre DL borrows some mountain for its gravel

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CX Magazine
Review: Kona Libre DL Carbon Gravel/Adventure Bike

apr 2019 · Clifford Lee

The Kona Libre DL is a carbon gravel/adventure bike built for exploring and long days in the saddle. We put it to the mixed terrain test for this review.

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Bikerumor
Review: Kona Libre DL gravel bike has some interesting geometry - and it works

gen 2019 · Zach Overholt

The geometry of the Kona Libre DL is a bit... different. But in a good way - this was one of our favorite gravel bikes of the year.

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BIKEPACKING.com
Kona Libre DL Review

nov 2018 · Logan Watts

Where does Kona’s new carbon gravel bike fit in to an already versatile range? We tested the Kona Libre DL to find out. Here’s the full review...

Pro
  • Nice geometry that hits a sweet spot between comfort and performance—surprisingly nimble, climbs extremely well, and feels exceptionally fast on gravel and pavement.

  • Tons of mounts, including five pairs of bottle cage mounts.

  • Solid component spec with no significant shortcomings.

  • Unbelievably lightweight carbon frame with a nice color and graphics scheme.

Contro
  • Geared too low for bikepacking out of the box—a 34 or 36T chainring will be a necessary upgrade for most mortals with the 700c/45mm tires.

  • Fork bottle mounts are not spaced correctly for a triple mount cage or bag—the bottom one is spaced a little too low.

  • Somewhat tight tire clearance in the chainstays when running 45mm tires, and 27.5 x 2.1″ from what I can gather.

  • Kona Road Bars are nice and wide, but I’d prefer a little more flare, such as a Cowchipper for this style of bike.

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Geometria
Specifiche
Costruire
Telaio

Kona Race Light Carbon

ColoreMatt Eco Green w/ Gloss Black & Lipstick Decals

Forcella

Kona Verso Full Carbon Flat Mount Disc

Ammortizzatore posteriore

n/a

Bottom Bracket

SRAM GXP PF

Auricolare

FSA No.42ACB

Stem

Kona Road

Manubrio

Kona Road

Sella

WTB SL8 Pro

Reggisella

Kona Thumb w/Offset 31.6mm

TipoRigido

Pedali

n/a

Manopole

Kona Cork Tape

Gruppo
Deragliatore posteriore

SRAM Force 1

Deragliatore anteriore

n/a

Manovella

SRAM Force 1 X-Sync, 40t X-Sync

Leve del cambio

SRAM Force 1

Cassetta

SRAM XG1150 10-42t 11spd

Catena

SRAM PC1110

Guida catena

n/a

Freni

SRAM Force 1 Flat Mount

TipoSRAM Force Disco idraulici

Leve freno

SRAM Force 1 HRD

Ruote
Cerchi

Easton EA 70AX Wheelset

Raggi

Easton EA 70AX Wheelset

Mozzo anteriore

Easton EA 70AX 100x12mm

Mozzo posteriore

Easton EA 70AX 142x12mm

Pneumatici

Front: WTB Riddler TCS 700x45c, Rear: WTB Riddler TCS 700x45c

Dischi

SRAM Centerline 160mm

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