Kona 36e Fire Mountain mountain bike Blue

Description

The Kona 36e Fire Mountain mountain bike in Blue is a hardtail built for mountain biking, with a 100 mm suspension fork and a simple 1x9 drivetrain. It focuses on functional equipment for sporty rides, training, and recreational trail riding. Its spec targets an affordable performance category where the balance of durability, handling, and easy maintenance is what matters.

Frame and geometry

At the core is a 6061 Aluminum Butted aluminum frame that combines durability with a sensible weight thanks to butted tubing. The hardtail concept with front suspension emphasizes direct power transfer and easy upkeep. Front suspension is handled by a Suntour XCR 32 LO-R fork, or an RST Omega Coil Spring, with 100 mm of travel. The frame is intended for off-road use and provides clearance for 2.25" tires in the given wheel size.

Components

Drivetrain: Shifting is based on Microshift Advent in a 1x9 setup, with a Microshift Advent 9spd rear derailleur. The Microshift Advent cassette offers an 11–46-tooth range, and the chain is a KMC X9. The crankset is Samox.

Brakes: Tektro HDM275 hydraulic disc brakes are paired with Tektro TR rotors—180 mm up front and 160 mm at the rear. This rotor-size combination supports confidence on longer descents.

Wheels and tires: The wheelset uses Alex DP27K rims with Joytech hubs—100x9 mm front and 135x10 mm rear. Tires are WTB Trail Boss or Maxxis Rekon in size 27.5/26x2.25".

Cockpit: The saddle is a Kona XC, and the Kona Thumb seatpost with offset has a 31.6 mm diameter. The rest of the cockpit components follow the bike’s off-road focus and support stable tracking on the trail.

Ride characteristics

The 6061 aluminum hardtail frame transfers power directly, which you’ll notice both out of the saddle and on flat sections. The 11–46 cassette range helps you maintain cadence on longer climbs without the need for a front derailleur. The 100 mm travel fork filters impacts from roots and gravel, keeping the bike on line even over rough surfaces. Hydraulic brakes with a 180 mm front rotor support speed control on technical descents.

Who it’s for

The Kona 36e Fire Mountain Blue is aimed at riders who want a classic mountain bike for forest roads, singletrack, and everyday training. The 1x9 configuration suits cyclists who prefer simple operation and straightforward maintenance. In its class, it will mainly appeal to those looking for a durable hardtail with hydraulic brakes and trail-ready tires.

Key specifications

• Frame: 6061 Aluminum Butted aluminum (hardtail), color blue
• Fork: Suntour XCR 32 LO-R or RST Omega Coil Spring, 100 mm travel
• Drivetrain: Microshift Advent, 1x9; 11–46-tooth cassette; KMC X9 chain
• Brakes: Tektro HDM275 hydraulic disc; 180/160 mm rotors
• Rims and wheels: Alex DP27K; Joytech hubs 100x9 mm and 135x10 mm
• Tires: WTB Trail Boss or Maxxis Rekon, size 27.5/26x2.25"
• Saddle and seatpost: Kona XC; Kona Thumb w/Offset 31.6 mm

EAN: 841073149728