It's time to start exercising! Introducing the KONA ROVE ST, a bike that can do it all.
Have you been exercising lately?
With remote work, overeating during the New Year's holiday, and staying indoors due to the cold, many of us feel our bodies are out of shape compared to before.
If you feel this way, it's a great opportunity to start exercising!
For those who are ready to start exercising, we recommend this bike.
It's the "KONA ROVE ST".
KONA ROVE ST 2023
Colors: Gloss Ultraviolet, Gloss Earth Green
Price: 202,400 yen (tax included)
The KONA ROVE ST is a gravel road bike that can accommodate wide tires, allowing you to ride confidently on various terrains.
To make exercise a lasting habit, it's essential to enjoy it casually, isn't it?
It features a sturdy chromoly frame, making it a model you can ride as a long-term companion.
What's particularly remarkable is its excellent cost performance, making you wonder how such a complete bike was made.
If I could go back in time and talk to my younger self (when I was in high school or college), I would definitely recommend the KONA ROVE ST.
↓ The derailleur uses Shimano SORA, a 2x9 speed drivetrain with gear ratios suitable for daily use and long rides.
The KONA ROVE ST is highly versatile, offering a wide range of uses, which is a major feature.
For example, it can handle everything from bike commuting, shopping, long rides, camping tours, cycling, gravel rides, training, coffee rides, to a bike trip around Japan, all with one bike.
↓ There are many eyelets on the front fork and throughout the frame, allowing you to attach various cargo-carrying accessories like racks and anything cages.
And full fenders, which are strong against bad weather, can also be neatly installed.
The KONA ROVE ST can be ridden on both on-road and off-road terrains.
Since it's easy to attach accessories like racks, kickstands, and fenders, it's also great for practical use.
Furthermore, its high versatility allows you to change the character of the bike by swapping parts depending on your mood or the situation.
↓ The tires are 650x47b, thick enough to handle uneven roads with ease.
The wheels are tubeless-ready, so you can convert them to tubeless later on.
When first starting to ride a bike, it's likely that few people know what kind of riding style suits them best.
Start by riding a lot and discover your favorite way to enjoy it. The versatile KONA ROVE ST will adapt to various uses.
↓ The front and rear brakes adopt the flat mount standard. If you want to further upgrade braking power, switching to hydraulic disc brakes is one option.
Rather than customizing the KONA ROVE ST to your specifications right from the start, I think it's better to take your time over the years to truly make it your own bike.
As a base bike, start by riding it with the stock parts as is.
Later, replacing parts that catch your eye or customizing when replacing worn-out parts will help you feel the difference in components and make cycling even more enjoyable.
↓ The head tube is tapered. The complete bike uses a chromoly fork, but if you want to go faster and lighter, you could consider upgrading to a carbon fork.
Each part of the KONA ROVE ST is unified with the most common current standards.
Even if you're not familiar with part standards, rest assured that choosing this bike means there will be plenty of custom parts available in the future.
Below is a YouTube video about the KONA ROVE ST that we introduced in the past.
The concept and general specifications of the bike are the same as the 2023 model. Please use it as a reference for customization.
The KONA ROVE ST models scheduled to arrive at Grumpy are as follows:
KONA ROVE ST 2023
Color: Gloss Ultraviolet (purple)
Sizes:
48cm (for heights 160cm to 165cm) 1 unit
50cm (for heights 165cm to 170cm) 3 units
52cm (for heights 170cm to 175cm) 3 units
54cm (for heights 175cm to 180cm) 1 unit
Price: 202,400 yen (tax included)
Color: Gloss Earth Green (khaki green)
Sizes:
48cm (for heights 160cm to 165cm) 1 unit
50cm (for heights 165cm to 170cm) 2 units
52cm (for heights 170cm to 175cm) 2 units
54cm (for heights 175cm to 180cm) 1 unit
Price: 202,400 yen (tax included)
The KONA ROVE ST 2023 will be available only while supplies last, so if you're interested, be sure to secure yours early!
If you're thinking of starting cycling for exercise and want cycling friends, why not join Grumpy's night ride?
Grumpy's night ride welcomes cyclists of all ages and genders.
A diverse group of bike enthusiasts, regardless of bike type, beginners, or veterans, gather and ride together.
Anyone can join, so please don't hesitate.
Every Friday, meet at 8:30 PM in front of the Marina Hop bus stop.
For details, please ask our store staff.
