We wanted to call this bike good times explosion but it was too long. Blast will have to do. Not just because it launches you into the beautiful world of all-day trail riding, but you’ll have so much fun on this bike we might have to charge you extra. Kidding. This year the Blast gets hydraulic brakes for better stopping power. Oh trust us, we know, it’s not easy wrangling in the good times.

Key features

• Kona All-Mountain aluminium butted frame
  
• Rock Shox Dart 2 suspension fork
  
• 27 speed, Shimano Deore rear mech, Deore shifters
  
• Shimano 486 hydraulic disc brakes

The Kona Blast Deluxe 2010 Features are:

Frame: Kona All-Mountain Aluminum Butted

Fork: RockShox Dart 2 w/Turnkey 100mm

Gears: 27 Shimano Deore Shimano Deore

Shifters: Shimano Deore

Wheels: Alex Ace-18 Formula Disc Shimano M475 Disc Stainless 14g

Brakes: Shimano 486 Hydraulic Disc Shimano 486 Hydraulic Disc 7 inch Shimano 486 Hydraulic Disc 6 inch



Extra Features: Kona XC/BC Kenda Komodo 26x2.1 Front WTB Speed V Sport SE saddle

What is a Hard Tail Mountain Bike?
Thick, knobbly tyres and lots of gears are the overriding features of these machines. Strong frames are built to take the rough with the smooth and can often be accompanied by a front suspension fork for added comfort and control. Theyre designed mainly for off road use but these solid, comfortable bikes often meet more general needs. For further information on mountain bikes see our Mountain Bike Buying Guide.