Kona LBF

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      Legend of Big Fork

      LBF

      A large, hairy upright drop bar adventure cryptid dwelling somewhere deep in the Pacific Northwest. Approach with caution, bring snacks, and expect questionable route choices.

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      The Legend

      Part drop-bar adventure rig, part mountain bike troublemaker, and fully committed to strange missions.

      What is the LBF?

      An LBF is a large, hairy upright drop bar adventure cryptid, dwelling in the Pacific Northwest wilderness. Although they mostly keep to themselves, if seen, approach with caution.

      Until now, the Legend of Big Fork sat in that space between myth and possibility. Some treated it as a local legend who left traces of big tire prints and slashed foliage. Others swear they had seen it before.

      The LBF has been here the whole time, dwelling in memorable underbiked adventures and daydreams of overforking a gravel bike for one strange mission.

      Kona LBF adventure illustration
      Kona LBF in the wild

      A New Era of Drop Bar

      There is a new era of drop bar ready to emerge from the depths of the PNW. Some would say it is already here. But for those who simply do not believe: we see what we want to see, and do not see what we are not prepared to see.

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      Highlights

      The practical details that make LBF more than just a strange idea.

      Kona LBF highlights

      Reynolds 520 Butted Cromoly Frame

      Steel is not retro, it is intentional. Reynolds 520 brings ride quality, durability, and real-world comfort for long days out.

      RockShox SID 3P 100mm Fork

      XC efficiency, stiff 35mm stanchions, and trail-ready confidence. Enough travel for chaos without dulling the ride.

      Apex Eagle + G2 4P Brakes

      A SRAM-authorized custom combo that pairs drop-bar Apex levers with burly G2 four-piston MTB calipers.

      TransX RAD+ Dropper

      A simple, reliable dropper post with DL butterfly lever for rowdy wilderness missions.

      Ritchey Beacon Bar + Trail Stem

      Control, comfort, and stability for exploring the unknown and committing to questionable ideas.

      Maxxis 29 x 2.4 Tires

      Dissector front and Forekaster rear for a fast, grippy, all-terrain setup.

      RaceFace ARC Asymmetric Rims

      Light enough, tough enough, and ready for the rough stuff.

      Drop-Bar Corrected Fit Geometry

      Optimized posture for stability and confidence with no strange Franken-geo compromises.

      Sliding UDH Dropouts

      Adjustability, clean setup options, singlespeed potential, and future-proof compatibility.

      FAQ

      Answers for the truly important LBF questions.

      Kona LBF FAQ
      Can I put a Boxxer on it?

      Never. Next question.

      Can I put my truck tires on it?

      Tire clearance maxes out at 29 x 2.5”.

      What is the largest fork I can put on it?

      100mm travel single crown fork based on a 29” wheel size. Straying from this can void warranty, cause potential injury, and create anxiety for Kona staff.

      What is the longest dropper I can fit?

      Small: 275mm, Medium: 320mm, Large: 365mm, XLarge: 410mm.

      What are the mounting points?

      Two water bottle options on the downtube, rear rack, fenders, tool kit option, bento box, and three bosses under the top tube for internal frame bag options.

      What is the max chainring size for 1x?

      34T.

      What is the chainline?

      55mm.

      Can I run a front derailleur?

      Front derailleur routing is not included.

      What bottom bracket does it use?

      73mm threaded.

      Can I put a rack on the rear?

      Yes.

      What does it weigh?

      31 lbs / 14 kg.

      What is the max brake rotor size?

      200mm.

      Can I run those sliding UDH dropouts on my Honzo ESD or other Kona?

      No, they are not compatible.

      What fenders are compatible?

      65mm maximum width.

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