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2020 Kona Libre DL Updates to 650b and 2×11 Shimano GRX

  • October 22, 2019
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Kona first released the Libre and Libre DL gravel bikes in 2018, for 2020 the line is getting kitted out with 650b x 47mm tires and a new 2×11 Shimano GRX drivetrain. Both models retain everything that makes them favorites in the gravel arena; great builds, tons of mounts, and a riding position carefully balanced between comfort and performance.

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The 2018 Libre DL came specced with a SRAM Force 1×11 drivetrain, Easton 70AX wheelset, and WTB Riddler 700x45c tires. The 2020 Kona Libre DL is now kitted out with 24mm internal width Easton 70AX wheels with WTB Venture 650b x 47c tires. Kona also moved away from the 1x drivetrain and has optioned Shimano’s new 2×11 GRX groupset.

The Kona Libre DL also comes with a slick new paint job, Kona calls it “Gloss Prism Rust-Purple”. Retail price stays firm for 2020, the Kona Libre DL is your for $3,999.

2020 Kona Libre DL Specs

  • Frame: Kona Race Light Carbon
  • Fork: Kona Verso Full Carbon Flat Mount Disc
  • Seatpost: RaceFace Next Carbon
  • Headset: FSA No.42ACB
  • Bottom Bracket: Shimano Press Fit
  • Brakes: Shimano GRX 810 160mm front / 160mm rear
  • Shifter: Shimano GRX 810
  • Rear Derailleur: Shimano GRX 810
  • Front Derailleur: Shimano GRX 810
  • Cassette: Shimano 105 11-34t 11spd
  • Crankset: Shimano GRX 810, 31/48t
  • Chain: Shimano Ultegra
  • Front Hub: Easton EA 70AX 100x12mm
  • Rear Hub: Easton EA 70AX 142x12mm
  • Rims: Easton EA 70AX
  • Tires: WTB Venture TCS DUAL 650x47c
  • Handlebar: Easton EC70AX
  • Saddle: WTB SL8 Pro
  • Stem: Easton EA90

The 2020 Kona Libre

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The 2020 Kona Libre, a step below the DL, also gets fresh paint and a new spec. You get the same carbon frame and WTB KOM Light Team i25 wheels, a SRAM Rival drivetrain, and 700x45c WTB Riddler tires fill out the build. The Libre retails for $2,999.

More info at KonaWorld —>

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