Well, finally got around to building my bike. Finished my wheels a week ago and just got my frame and fork back from the shop where they installed my crown race and headset cups. Here she is after an application of framesaver. Today I am cutting the steerer and wondering if I should install the cranks first so I can get a better feel for everything. I will try to add more pics as it progresses.
Love my 2012 Kona Unit. Had her for about a month now, also was a custom build. Here she is on my local 30km loop. And yes, those are zebra in the background!
Thanks man! I decided that I wanted to build my bike from the frame up, and just decided on the Unit after almost committing to a Jabberwocky. I decided I wanted to buy the parts I wanted and go all out. It's designed for XC trails, but I will take it almost anywhere (here in Austin TX) like I did with my hardrock. I just took it around the block for a test ride and it rides really nice. A couple times there was a pop when I mashed down hard on the pedals. Not sure what was up with that. I'll have to keep my eyes/ears on that. I'm 6'3" and about 215lbs and it fits good.
Specs:
2012 Kona Unit Frame (20") and P2 fork
Chris King Threadless headset
Truvativ Stylo Stem 5°-100mm
Truvativ Stylo Bars
ODI Rogue grips
Avid Dial 7 levers
Jagwire cables
Avid BB7 calipers
Avid 185mm disc in front
Avid 160mm disc in back
Thomson seatpost collar
Thomson seatpost
WTB Rocket V saddle
Truvativ Stylo 1.1 SS crankset 175mm
Shimano M520 pedals
KMC X8 chain
ZTR Flow 36h 29er rims
WTB Bronson 2.2" tires (tubeless)
DT Competition spokes
Chris King 36h SS ISO disc hub in back
Chris King 36h ISO disc hub in front
Salsa quick release in front
A couple times there was a pop when I mashed down hard on the pedals. Not sure what was up with that.
Yeah, I had that happen on my first 5-10 Unit rides. It hasn't happened since, but I"d like to know what caused it.
Originally Posted by ccs1676
Specs:
2012 Kona Unit Frame (20") and P2 fork
Chris King Threadless headset
Truvativ Stylo Stem 5°-100mm
Truvativ Stylo Bars
ODI Rogue grips
Avid Dial 7 levers
Jagwire cables
Avid BB7 calipers
Avid 185mm disc in front
Avid 160mm disc in back
Thomson seatpost collar
Thomson seatpost
WTB Rocket V saddle
Truvativ Stylo 1.1 SS crankset 175mm
Shimano M520 pedals
KMC X8 chain
ZTR Flow 36h 29er rims
WTB Bronson 2.2" tires (tubeless)
DT Competition spokes
Chris King 36h SS ISO disc hub in back
Chris King 36h ISO disc hub in front
Salsa quick release in front
Here are some pics, click for a bigger version:
Very pretty. Thanks for posting the pics. It's is a classic "enthusiast" rig IMO: steel frameset, top notch wheels, quality components, SS, rigid. My Unit also has King SS hubs, Flow rims, and Stylo 1.1 cranks. Well done.
Looking very good. I ride mine mainly on cross country and mild trails with small drops, rocky descents and ascents. The rigid fork definitely ups the technicality of any trail.
I recently picked up a stock unit. I absolutely love mine. I ride mainly loose gravel trails, firebreaks, some technical stuff, altnough I have to admit that cobblestone streets and a rigid fork are not a pleasant combination. Love your unit though, she looks great and will be a lot of fun to ride.
can a 2012 owner please tell me which sized seatpost clamp the frame takes? (27.2 post but what is the diameter of the seat tube)?
thanks
2011 Unit takes a 30.0. I'd assumed 2012 is the same. Hope sells a 30.0 QR with non-tool micro adjust (although its bulky and fugly compared to Salsa's QR tool micro adjust).
I just got back from my LBS and ordered a 12 Unit. Cant wait to rip it up on this beast. This will be my first 29", first SS and second full rigid (other than my 9 zero 7).
Ill post back after a couple of rides.
2009 - Devinci Remix SL3
2012 - 9:ZERO:7
2012 - Kona Unit
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