Bikepacking has evolved, and in response to the wishes of its enthusiasts, a new Kona model has been born: the Unity. It could be considered the ultimate all-rounder, but it would be unfair to pigeonhole it into just one category. It is a mountain bike. It is a gravel bike. It is a bikepacking workhorse and a durable companion, designed to take you further, deeper and into tougher conditions than most other bikes.
We wanted big tyres. And mixed-wheel set-ups! Trendy? Perhaps. But we chose the MX solution because it places the centre of gravity exactly where it’s needed, makes the rear wheel sturdier, and leaves more room for both panniers and saddle bags. We wanted greater load-carrying capacity, but without compromising on ride comfort. That’s why the geometry was optimised specifically for carrying loads, fine-tuning the fork offset and handling so that the bike remains stable and predictable even when fully loaded. The integrated front rack and enlarged head tube, which accommodates a maximum-sized frame bag, make the Unity the ideal companion even for the most demanding trips.
Manufacturer: Kona.
Further details:
- Frame: Kona Butted Cromoly (steel)
- Frame size:
S (37 cm) – suitable for riders approx. 152–170 cm tall
M (42 cm) – suitable for riders approx. 168–180 cm tall
L (47 cm) – suitable for riders approx. 175–188 cm tall
XL (53 cm) – suitable for riders approx. 185–196 cm tall - Fork: Kona Cromoly
- Derailleur: Shimano XT
- Number of gears: 11
- Brakes: Tektro Gemini M535 4-piston hydraulic
- Tyres: WTB KOM i40 Tough 29/27.5
- Tyres: WTB Ranger TCS Tough 29x3.0 (front), 27.5x3.0 (rear)
You can find out more about the bike on the Kona website.
The bike has mounting points for a bottle cage and other accessories. All accessories can be added to your order both online and in-store.
