One of my bikes currently is a Specialized. I'm not bashing them, the geometry suits me very well. I just like being a "little" different.
There aren't a lot of Kona's down this way, so when I see one, my attention is drawn to it.
I've always like Kona Bikes. They make a good product and stand behind what they produce. I also like the company. I like their riders and their philosophy. They contribute a lot of money to IMBA to help with Trail Conservacy. Not a lot of companies do. That speaks volumes to me.
I'd buy a KONA in a heartbeat!
The Stinky Primo makes me drool as well as the Cowan sig. frame.
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