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All Kona Cyclocross Models
Jake the Snake
The legend continues, with all the cyclocross-dominating spirit of the original Jake the Snake, updated to keep the competition scrambling. Kona’s long-running ‘cross racer is better than ever, with a lightweight, race-ready aluminum frame and full-carbon CX fork. Bunny hops are back on the menu with tough, WTB rims wrapped in tenacious Clement MXP tires, while FSA and Shimano team up on a Gossamer/105 drivetrain that gives you the wide-ranging gears you need to master the entire course and the durability to do it every weekend. TRP’s Spyre C disc brakes are ‘cross favorites with the complete package: lightweight, powerful in any conditions, and reliable all season long. Transitions will feel like slipping in and out of a glove with Kona’s just-right cockpit pieces, tailored to the needs of modern racers. Hop that barrier and hop on the Jake to ride the Snake!
Kona's Jake the Snake CR serves up Jake's legendary 'cross performance with a generous helping of carbon fiber goodness. The feathery carbon frame floats over the rough stuff and hammers the straightaways, while a tapered full-carbon fork takes the sting out of the course and tracks deftly through the ruts. Sturdy Alex wheels make light work of and muddy 'cross courses in the fall and gravel roads the rest of the year. Supple, grippy Clement tires are ready for any terrain. The smooth-shifting FSA Gossamer/Shimano 105 drivetrain means you'll keep moving no matter how muddy the course may get, and powerful Hayes disc brakes let you control speed regardless of weather conditions.
If you want to do more and want your bike to go with you, Kona offer the Private Jake as the most versatile privateer bike in their lineup. The geometry is designed around CX racing and fast days in the mud, but the aluminum frame and carbon fork also feel at home on longer grinders, short commutes or B-road exploration. A 1x11-speed SRAM Rival 1 drivetrain tackles shifting duties, providing the gears you need and reducing the parts you don't. And if your thoughts turn shift-less, the slider dropouts make it easy to drop all the gears and narrow it down to just One and Fun. It rolls on sturdy Alex wheels and Clement tires for traction in the muck and mud, and scrubbing speed has never been simpler thanks to the Tektro Spyre dual-piston disc brakes. If you’re looking for that one true privateer bike, it sounds like your search is over.
Kona's legendary Jake the Snake is primed to make your next 'cross race, gravel grinder, or cross-town commute one for the history books. The butted 7005-aluminum frame is light, fast, and offers a snappy ride, while engineered seatstays and a tapered full-carbon fork take the sting out of rough terrain. Sturdy Alex disc-specific wheels make light work of city streets and muddy 'cross courses, and supple, grippy Clement tires are ready for any terrain. The smooth-shifting Shimano 105 drivetrain means you'll keep moving no matter how muddy the course may get; plus, powerful Hayes disc brakes let you scrub speed regardless of weather conditions.
Kona's Jake the Snake CR serves up legendary 'cross performance with a hefty side of carbon fiber goodness. The feathery carbon frame floats over the rough stuff and hammers the straightaways, while a tapered full-carbon fork takes the sting out of the course, and guides you predictably through the ruts. Sturdy Alex disc-specific wheels make light work of city streets and muddy 'cross courses, and supple, grippy Clement tires are ready for any terrain. The smooth-shifting Shimano 105 drivetrain means you'll keep moving no matter how muddy the course may get; plus, powerful Hayes disc brakes let you scrub speed regardless of weather conditions.
You’re on the line—tense and waiting for the gun. Bang! You’re off—and Kona’s Major Jake accelerates like a rocket. The stiff, light carbon frame shoots to the front of the pack, just before you dive into the first off-camber corner. The tapered carbon fork holds your line and the stiff Novatec’s 30 Disc wheels spin back up to speed so you can power up the first hill. A SRAM Rival One drivetrain responds instantly and effortlessly, blasting you up that steep incline and letting you drop the hammer on the other side. SRAM Rival One disc brakes provide incredibly smooth, powerful braking, so you can wait until the last second to slow down for the next corner, then scrub just a little speed as you approach that loose, techie section. And as the bell rings signaling the last lap, the reliable Kona bar, stem, and post topped with WTB seat will see you across the line.
If 'cross therapy is what you need then Kona's Private Jake can help you work out your issues on the race course. The butted aluminum frame and Kona carbon CX fork have a few small tweaks that make it stand apart from the crowd, like a 15mm thru-axle, 142x12mm rear spacing, and a slack head angle. What does that get you? Power and handling through the worst conditions your local 'cross series can throw at you. Modular rear dropouts give you the option to rally the Private Jake geared on your training rides and race single-speed on the weekend. A 1x11 SRAM Rival One drivetrain tackles shifting duties, providing the gears you need and reducing the parts you don't. It rolls on deep-section Novatec wheels and WTB tires for traction in the muck and the mud. Scrubbing speed has never been simpler thanks to the Tektro Spyre dual-piston disc brakes, and a suite of Kona components and a WTB saddle are there to make sure your ergonomics and fit stay sky high.
Kona's legendary Jake the Snake is primed to make your next 'cross race, gravel grinder, or cross-town commute one for the history books. The butted 7005-aluminum frame is light, fast, and offers a snappy ride, while engineered seatstays and a tapered full-carbon fork take the sting out of rough terrain. Sturdy Alex disc-specific wheels make light work of city streets and muddy 'cross courses, and supple, grippy Challenge tires are ready for any terrain. The smooth-shifting Shimano 105 drivetrain means you'll keep moving no matter how muddy the course may get; plus, powerful Hayes disc brakes let you scrub speed regardless of weather conditions.
You’re on the line—tense and waiting for the gun. Bang! You’re off—and Kona’s Major Jake accelerates like a rocket. The stiff, light carbon frame shoots to the front of the pack, just before you dive into the first off-camber corner. The tapered carbon fork holds your line and the stiff Stan’s Iron Cross wheels spin back up to speed so you can power up the first hill. A Shimano Ultegra/105 drivetrain with CX-specific gearing responds instantly and effortlessly, blasting you up that steep incline and letting you drop the hammer on the other side. Hayes disc brakes provide incredibly smooth, powerful braking, so you can wait until the last second to slow down for the next corner, then scrub just a little speed as you approach that loose, techie section. And as the bell rings signaling the last lap, the reliable Kona bar, stem, and post topped with WTB seat will see you across the line.
Faster than a speeding bullet. More powerful than a locomotive. Able to leap tall barriers in a single bunnyhop...it's Kona's Super Jake! This cyclocross wonderbike features a light, stiff carbon frame that's World Cup worthy, and ready to rip up your local course. The Super Jake packs an excellent component spec that's so good, it will make the competition wonder if you gained mythical powers. SRAM's 1x11 Force drivetrain shifts so fast, you'll feel like you've been handed free speed, while the powerful hydraulic brakes let you corner like you can see the future. Packed with a lightweight Stan's Iron Cross Team wheelset, you'll practically levitate over barriers and explode out of corners. There's even an aluminum bar and stem from Easton, as well as an Easton carbon seatpost that's complaint enough to fight the evils of rough course sections, yet strong enough to handle your least-graceful flying remount. Climb aboard the Super Jake and find out how super you can really be.
Kona's Jake the Snake is primed to make your next 'cross race, gravel grinder, or cross-town commute one for the history books. The butted 7005-aluminum frame is light, fast, and offers a snappy ride, while engineered seatstays and a tapered full-carbon fork take the sting out of rough terrain. Sturdy Alex disc-specific wheels make light work of city streets and muddy 'cross courses, and supple, grippy Clement tires are ready for any terrain. The smooth-shifting Shimano 105 and Ultegra drivetrain means you'll keep moving no matter how muddy the course may get; plus, powerful Hayes disc brakes let you scrub speed regardless of weather conditions.
You’re on the line—tense and waiting for the gun. Then, you’re off—and Kona’s Major Jake accelerates as fast as you can crank the pedals. The stiff, light carbon frame shoots to the front of the pack, just before you dive into the first off-camber corner. The tapered carbon fork holds your line and the stiff Stan’s Iron Cross wheels get you back up to speed so you can power towards that hill. A Shimano Ultegra drivetrain with CX-specific gearing responds instantly and effortlessly, powering you up that steep incline and letting you drop the hammer on the other side. TRP’s Spyre disc brakes provide incredibly smooth, powerful braking, so you can wait until the last second to slow down for that corner, or scrub just a little speed as you approach that loose, techie section. And, supple Clement tires are versatile for a variety of course conditions. Kona’s multi-purpose Major is fitted with hidden fender mounts and two bottle cage mounts, so it’ll do double duty as a commuter, winter training bike, or gravel grinder.
