Rove
The Rove has become the go-to bike for people all over the world that are itching to just... go! It’s spec’d just right, is easy on the eyes, the Rove makes quick work of the commute, gravel trail, or the after-work fitness lap on your local hill. The Rove is the elusive 650x47c steel bike that you can afford. It’s at home in an alley cat race, on the commute, as a messenger rig, or as your only bike. It was cool before cool was cool. It is a bike that wants to ride anywhere YOU want to ride.
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SPECS & GEOMETRY
SPECIFICATIONS
| Frame Material | Kona Butted Cromoly |
| Sizes | 48, 50, 52, 54, 56, 58 |
| Rear Shock | n/a |
| Fork | Kona Project Two Cromoly Disc |
| Crankarms | Prowheel or Shimano Sora |
| Chainrings | 40t or 34/50t |
| B/B | Prowheel BB68+ or Shimano ES300 |
| Pedals | n/a |
| Chain | KMC X10 or KMC X9 |
| Cassette | Microshift Advent X 11-48t 10spd or Shimano HG400 11-34t 9spd |
| Chainguide | n/a |
| F/D | n/a or Shimano Sora |
| R/D | Microshift Sword or Shimano Sora |
| Shifters | Microshift Sword or Shimano Sora |
| Brake Calipers | Tektro MDC550 Mechanical |
| Front Brake Rotor | Tektro TR160mm (centerlock or 6-bolt) |
| Rear Brake Rotor | Tektro TR160mm (centerlock or 6-bolt) |
| Brake Levers | Microshift Sword or Shimano Sora |
| Headset | FSA No.1/No.10 |
| Handlebar | Kona Road |
| Stem | Kona Road |
| Seatpost | Kona Thumb w/Offset 27.2mm |
| Seat Clamp | Kona Clamp |
| Grips | Kona Cork Tape |
| Saddle | WTB Volt |
| Front Hub | Shimano or Formula 100x12mm (centerlock or 6-bolt) |
| Rear Hub | Shimano or Formula 142x12mm (centerlock or 6-bolt) |
| Spokes | Stainless Black 14g |
| Rims | WTB ST i23 TCS 2.0 |
| Front Tire | Maxxis Rambler EXO 650x47c |
| Rear Tire | Maxxis Rambler EXO 650x47c |
| Paint Color | Matte Bloodstone w/ Nimbus & Charcoal Decals |
GEOMETRY
| Size | 48 | 50 | 52 | 54 | 56 | 58 | |
| 1 | ST Length | 480 | 500 | 520 | 540 | 560 | 580 |
| 2 | TT Length | 515 | 531 | 546 | 562 | 578 | 598 |
| 3 | Reach | 372 | 378 | 383 | 388 | 392 | 400 |
| 4 | Stack | 532 | 551 | 570 | 588 | 607 | 626 |
| 5 | Standover | 735 | 754 | 775 | 794 | 815 | 834 |
| 6 | HT Angle | 70.5 | 70.5 | 71.0 | 71.0 | 71.5 | 71.5 |
| 7 | HT Length | 90 | 110 | 130 | 150 | 170 | 190 |
| 8 | ST Angle | 75.0 | 74.5 | 74.0 | 73.5 | 73.0 | 72.5 |
| 9 | CS Length | 435 | 435 | 435 | 435 | 435 | 435 |
| 10 | BB Drop | 74 | 74 | 72 | 72 | 70 | 70 |
| 11 | BB Height | 268 | 268 | 270 | 270 | 272 | 272 |
| 12 | Wheelbase | 1016 | 1029 | 1036 | 1048 | 1054 | 1068 |
| 13 | Front Center | 592 | 604 | 612 | 623 | 628 | 643 |
| 14 | Fork Length | 400 | 400 | 400 | 400 | 400 | 400 |
| 15 | Fork Offset | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 |
Sizing & Selection
Choosing the right bike size is essential for comfort, performance, and the best riding experience. To help you select the correct size:
- Check Our Sizing and Fit Chart: Use the chart below to determine the size range that works best for your height and riding style.
- Get Personalized Recommendations: Not sure which size to choose? Fill out our Sizing Form, and Kona staff will provide suggestions to help you find the perfect fit.
GRAVEL / DROP BAR / URBAN
| Height/Inches | Height/Metric | Inseam/Inches | Inseam/Metric | Rove | Libre | Sutra/Ouroboros | Dews | CoCo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4'10"-5'1" | 147-155cm | 24”-27” | 61-69cm | 48cm | 50cm | 48cm | N/A | XS |
| 5'0"-5'3" | 152-160cm | 26"-29" | 66-74cm | 48-50cm | 50cm | 48-50cm | Small | Small |
| 5'2"-5'7" | 157-170cm | 27"-30" | 69-76cm | 48-52cm | 50-52cm | 48-52cm | Small, Medium | Small, Medium |
| 5'6"-5'10" | 168-178cm | 29"-31" | 74-79cm | 52-54cm | 52-54cm | 52-54cm | Medium | Medium |
| 5'9"-6'0" | 175-183cm | 30"-33" | 76-84cm | 52-56cm | 54-56cm | 54-56cm | Medium, Large | Medium, Large |
| 5'11"-6'2" | 180-188cm | 32"-35" | 81-89cm | 54-58cm | 54-58cm | 54-58cm | Large, XL | Large |
| 6'1"-6'5" | 185-196cm | 33"-36" | 84-91cm | 56-58cm | 58cm | 56-58cm | XL | N/A |
MTB FULL SUSPENSION / HARDTAIL / SPLICE
| Height/Inches | Height/Metric | Inseam/Inches | Inseam/Metric | MTB/XC Trail/Fat | All Mountain/Enduro | Splice |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4'10"-5'1" | 147-155cm | 24”-27” | 61-69cm | XS | XS | Small |
| 5'0"-5'3" | 152-160cm | 26"-29" | 66-74cm | Small | Small | Small |
| 5'2"-5'7" | 157-170cm | 27"-30" | 69-76cm | Small, Medium | Small, Medium | Small, Medium |
| 5'6"-5'10" | 168-178cm | 29"-31" | 74-79cm | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| 5'9"-6'0" | 175-183cm | 30"-33" | 76-84cm | Medium, Large | Medium, Large | Medium, Large |
| 5'11"-6'2" | 180-188cm | 32"-35" | 81-89cm | Large, XL | Large, XL | Large, XL |
| 6'1"-6'5" | 185-196cm | 33"-36" | 84-91cm | Large, XL | Large, XL | Large, XL |
Steel Roves
This year we're offering three steel Roves. The Rove, Rove DL, and the Rove LTD bring that classic feel to your favorite classic Kona drop bar bike.
Rove LTD
Rove DL
Rove
All three bikes feature a tapered headtube.
Rove and Rove DL run steel forks and an internal lower headset cup. Both bikes have the option to run a carbon fork.
The Rove LTD includes a carbon fork and external lower headset cup.
Dropouts allow 160/180mm rotors for increased braking performance carrying heavier loads on steeper and more demanding terrain.