KONA OUROBOROS CR|Carbon Gravel Adventure Beyond Boundaries
Not gravel, not MTB. A new generation adventure bike that naturally allows you to explore uncharted routes.
The KONA OUROBOROS CR is a completely new concept in adventure bikes, blending the high off-road capability of an MTB with the agility of a gravel bike.
Based on the geometry of the popular Sutra LTD model, it combines a lightweight full carbon frame with a Fox TC32 suspension fork, achieving high stability and comfort even on rough gravel or singletrack.
With wide clearance for up to 29x2.1-inch tires and a dropper post as standard equipment, its appeal lies in the freedom to effortlessly transition from cruising on paved roads to venturing into forest trails and singletrack.
Furthermore, equipped with numerous boss mounts, it can be flexibly adapted for serious bikepacking. This is a uniquely KONA model that can handle travel, adventure, and trail riding all in one.
Features
- MTB-oriented geometry based on the Sutra LTD
- Lightweight yet highly rigid full carbon frame
- Fox TC32 (40mm) suspension fork for comfortable off-road riding
- SRAM Apex 12-speed Eagle drivetrain for strong climbing performance
- Hydraulic disc brakes + 180mm rotors for reliable stopping power
- Exceptional off-road capability with 29x2.1-inch tire compatibility
- Dropper post as standard for singletrack adaptability
- Numerous boss mounts perfect for bikepacking
- Highly versatile design that transcends the boundaries between gravel and MTB
SPEC
- Frame: Carbon (Sutra LTD geometry base)
- Fork: Fox TC32 Suspension Fork (40mm travel)
- Components: SRAM Apex 12s Eagle
- Brakes: SRAM Apex hydraulic disc + 180mm rotors
- Wheel Size: 29 inches
- Tire Clearance: Up to 29x2.1 inches
- Other Equipment: Dropper post, numerous boss mounts
- Color: Gloss Metallic Blue w/ Metallic Silver Decals
- Sizes: 48 (163-168cm), 50 (168-173cm), 52 (173-178cm), 54 (178-183cm)
This is a bike that can no longer be simply described as a "normal gravel bike."
It comes standard with proper suspension and a dropper post, all on a lightweight carbon frame. When you actually ride it, you'll naturally find yourself venturing deeper and into rougher terrain than you would on a typical gravel bike.
The confidence provided by the 29x2.1-inch tires is also significant, giving excellent control on singletrack and rough forest trails. Thanks to the Fox suspension, it's less tiring on long rides, and it pairs perfectly with bikepacking.
For those who "love both gravel and MTB" or "want to ride more freely," I believe this model will truly resonate. It's a bike packed with KONA's characteristic playfulness and practicality.
💬 STAFF REVIEW
It's intentionally made of carbon, but it's not a racing model; it's a bike "for fun."
Even with a carbon bike, the most important thing is how much fun you can have, and this is a truly KONA-esque bike that never loses sight of its purpose.