A 1x drivetrain offers a wide range of gears without the complexity of a front derailleur.
The butted aluminium tubing and carbon fork make for a bike that's maneuverable, spins up quickly, and can easily be shouldered over fences or ditches.
Wide 37mm tyres and the compliant carbon fork combine to soak up buzz from the road, trail, or wherever you're riding.
The working rider’s steed, the Jake the Snake is the go-to bike for Cyclocross racers and hard-core commuters alike. The legendary Jake the Snake features race-driven geometry in a tough yet light aluminum frame and a full carbon flat mount disc fork and is accompanied by tubeless-ready wheels. It’s not your typical sketchy cross bike. It’s got a slightly higher stack height so it’s practical as a commuter. It’s the perfect bike to take to your local CX race and the perfect bike to ride to work and rip the little bits of sneaky singletrack you find en-route. It’s practical every day and ready to crush it on your crazy type-2 adventures!
KONA 6061 ALUMINUM
Kona 7005 and 6061 Aluminum alloys are used extensively throughout our fleet of mountain and asphalt bicycles. A tough, durable, light alloy, both Kona 7005 and 6061 deliver fantastic, reliable performance that lasts for thousands of rides. Much of our 7005/6061 tubing is butted and/or formed, meaning the tubing’s wall thickness can be increased or decreased, as well as shaped, so we can fine-tune a particular frame’s strength and ride characteristics depending on its intended application.
INTERNAL HEADSET
Bearing cups are actually pressed into the frame and are easily removable. An internal headset also reduces stack height, so the height of the stem and bars are more adjustable, giving the rider the best fit possible.
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.
TUBELESS COMPATIBLE RIMS
Tubeless rims allow for tires with more puncture resistance; the ability to run lower tire pressure, which provides better tire grip on the trail; lower rolling resistance; and weight savings over traditional tube and tire systems.
12x142mm AXLE
12x142mm, 12x148 and 12x157 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 12x148 Boost standard in the mix. Boost spacing provides more tire clearance at the chainstay yoke, while the rear wheel is stiffer and more durable relative to a 12x142 thru-axle.
sizes | 48, 50, 52, 54, 56, 58 |
rear shock | N/A |
fork | Kona Carbon Cross |
crankarms | FSA Gossamer Compact 1x MegaExo |
headset | FSA No.57B |
b/b | FSA 6200 68mm |
pedals | N/A |
chain | SRAM PC1110 |
freewheel | SRAM PG1130 11-42t 11spd |
chainguide | n/a |
f/d | n/a |
r/d | SRAM Apex |
shifters | Sram Apex |
brake calipers | TRP HY/RD C |
front brake rotor | TRP 160mm |
rear brake rotor | TRP 160mm |
brake levers | Sram Apex |
handlebar | Kona Road |
stem | Kona Road |
seatpost | Kona Thumb w/Offset 31.6mm |
seat clamp | Kona Clamp |
grips | Kona Cork Tape |
saddle | WTB VOLT |
front hub | Formula 100x12mm |
rear hub | Formula 142x12mm |
spokes | Stainless Black 14g |
rims | WTB ST i23 TCS 2.0 |
front tire | WTB Riddler TCS DUAL 700x37c |
rear tire | WTB Riddler TCS DUAL 700x37c |
paint color | Gloss Metallic Green w/ Matte Black-Forest & Indicator Decals |
Fork Material | Carbon |
Groupset Brand | Sram |
Groupset Model | Apex |
Pedals Included | No |
Ride Style | Cyclocross |
SIZES | 48, 50, 52, 54, 56, 58 |
REAR SHOCK | N/A |
Fork | Kona Carbon Cross |
CRANKARMS | FSA Gossamer Compact 1x MegaExo |
Headset | FSA No.57B |
B/B | FSA 6200 68mm |
PEDALS | N/A |
Chain | SRAM PC1110 |
FREEWHEEL | SRAM PG1130 11-42t 11spd |
CHAINGUIDE | n/a |
F/D | n/a |
R/D | SRAM Apex |
Shifters | Sram Apex |
Brake Calipers | TRP HY/RD C |
FRONT BRAKE ROTOR | TRP 160mm |
Rear brake rotor | TRP 160mm |
Brake Levers | Sram Apex |
Handlebar | Kona Road |
Stem | Kona Road |
Seatpost | Kona Thumb w/Offset 31.6mm |
SEAT CLAMP | Kona Clamp |
GRIPS | Kona Cork Tape |
Saddle | WTB VOLT |
FRONT HUB | Formula 100x12mm |
REAR HUB | Formula 142x12mm |
SPOKES | Stainless Black 14g |
RIMS | WTB ST i23 TCS 2.0 |
FRONT TIRE | WTB Riddler TCS DUAL 700x37c |
REAR TIRE | WTB Riddler TCS DUAL 700x37c |
PAINT COLOR | Gloss Metallic Green w/ Matte Black-Forest & Indicator Decals |
Frame Material | Alloy |
1x Drivetrain | A 1x drivetrain offers a wide range of gears without the complexity of a front derailleur. |
Lightweight | The butted aluminium tubing and carbon fork make for a bike that's maneuverable, spins up quickly, and can easily be shouldered over fences or ditches. |
Smooth ride | Wide 37mm tyres and the compliant carbon fork combine to soak up buzz from the road, trail, or wherever you're riding. |
* All specifications listed are subject to change without notice. Please note that our specifications may be impacted by manufacturer component substitution changes caused by high global demand for bikes and resulting supply chain issues in the bike industry. We recommend confirming the specifications with your local Evo Cycles showroom if you have any questions.
Bike Weight: Many brands strive to list the lowest possible weight, but in reality weight can vary based on frame size, finish, hardware and accessories. The most accurate way to determine any bike's weight is to have your local showroom weigh it for you.