KONA KAHUNA|The versatile hardtail MTB for city riding and touring
Ride lightly through the city, then head straight to the forest paths. A 29er hardtail that naturally connects daily life with adventure.
The KONA KAHUNA is a versatile hardtail MTB that handles everything from trail riding to city commuting and touring.
Instead of an extreme slack geometry specialized for descents, it features a neutral design that offers a balanced and enjoyable experience for climbing, cruising, and descending. With the high cruising performance and stability of its 29-inch wheels, you can ride comfortably even on long journeys.
Furthermore, it comes standard with mounts for a rear rack, fenders, and a kickstand. Unusually for an MTB, its high practicality, designed for daily use and adventure touring, is also a major appeal.
It is well-equipped with specs that can handle serious trails, including a Shimano DEORE 1x12 speed drivetrain, a BOOST standard front hub, and MAXXIS FOREKASTER 29x2.35 tires.
This highly versatile 29er hardtail is perfect for those who want to enjoy a variety of activities with just one bike.
Features
- Versatile 29er MTB suitable for city riding, trails, and touring
- Neutral geometry for balanced enjoyment of climbing, cruising, and descending
- Equipped with Shimano DEORE 1x12 speed drivetrain
- 10-51T wide ratio handles steep climbs and touring ascents
- High rigidity and stability from the 110x15 BOOST front hub
- Excellent traction and cruising performance from MAXXIS FOREKASTER 29x2.35 tires
- Equipped with mounts for rear rack, fenders, and kickstand
- Designed to easily accommodate city customization and bikepacking
SPEC
- Frame: KONA Hardtail MTB Frame
- Drivetrain: SHIMANO DEORE 1x12speed
- Front Hub Standard: 110x15 BOOST
- Rear Hub Standard: 135x10 Quick Release
- Tires: MAXXIS FOREKASTER 29x2.35
- Wheel Size: 29 inches
- Mounts: Rear rack, fender, kickstand compatible
- Color: Gloss Kiwi
- Sizes: S (160-173cm), M (168-180cm), L (173-185cm)
The KAHUNA is a highly recommended model for those who want to "do city riding but also try proper trail riding."
Unlike recent MTBs that are extremely biased towards descents, it offers a well-balanced performance that handles climbs and long-distance travel naturally. Its 29er cruising performance is also high, making city riding very smooth.
Furthermore, the ability to securely attach racks and fenders is a big draw. It's easy to set up for commuting or touring, making it a great fit for those who anticipate "mostly city riding."
With trail bike performance solidly secured by features like the Shimano DEORE 1x12 speed and BOOST standard, it's a bike you can fully enjoy taking to forest paths and trails on your days off.
💬 STAFF REVIEW
The neutral geometry and 29er tires handle long distances well. You won't get tired of pedaling.
You don't have to force yourself to come up with carrying solutions, as a rear rack can be attached, making large loads easy to manage.
Of course, these characteristics make it recommendable not only for hardcore cyclists but also for beginners who tend to use their bikes mainly for city riding.
It even comes with options for a rear fender and side stand, making it an excellent wild commuter as well.