FS: 2014 Kona Unit SS (19")

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  • Up for sale is my 2014 Kona Unit singlespeed 29er. First thing I want to make clear is that this frame has been repaired after I found a small hairline crack developing on a weld on the drive-side chain stay. I had a sleeve brazed onto the frame by Mark Leadbetter (Google him) who is an excellent bicycle mechanic and handy with a welder! I decided not to respray this area of the frame as I prefer a bike with character so I have simply applied a number of coats of clear lacquer to prevent the area from rusting (see pictures). I am extremely confident in this repair and the chainstay is now probably stiffer than when it left the factory. I do however appreciate that this is extremely off-putting for some people so this is hopefully reflected in the price. I have owned this bike for over two years now and it has been my first real taster of singlespeed riding. The current build has been refined during my time of ownership with the aim being to create a bike that is resilient to the wet and shitty weather we get here in the UK. Where appropriate, bolts have been upgraded to A2 stainless and all bearings (apart from BB) are Hope.

    The full spec is as follows:
    Frame - 2014 Kona Unit Reynolds 520 Butted Cromoly (19")
    Fork - Kona P2 29
    Headset - Hope (3 rides old)
    Stem - Raceface XC 60mm
    Handlebars - Kona XC/BC Riser 730mm
    Grips - Kona Racelight LOG
    Rims - WTB ST i23 TCS
    Front hub - Hope Pro 2 Evo with silver Hope QR skewer
    Rear hub - Hope Pro 2 Evo (Trials/SS)(18 tooth Surly Cassette Cog)
    Front tyre - Maxxis Minion DHF 2.5 3C MaxTerra EXO TR (set up tubeless)
    Rear tyre - Maxxis Ignitor 2.1 EXO TR (set up tubeless)
    Brakes - Shimano Deore (180 rotor front, 160 rotor rear)(recent service with new pads front and rear)
    Cranks - FSA (32 tooth chainring)
    Bottom bracket - Shimano XT-SLX BB70 Hollowtech II
    Seatpost - Kona Double Clamp
    Saddle - Charge
    Pedals not included

    The bike is in great working condition and is ready for the trails. I'm looking for £475 O.N.O. which seems reasonable considering spec. I'm based in Ambleside in the South Lakes so collection from there is preferable however I am willing to deliver the bike within a 50 mile radius of Ambleside for a negotiated mileage charge or I can post at the buyers expense. If anyone has any questions or would like more detailed pictures then please let me know either by sending me a private message on here or by contacting me directly on 07866010023. Many thanks

    Please follow the link for pictures: https://flic.kr/s/aHsmcxHf51

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