At Eurobike the manufacturer from Vancouver presented their new line up for 2014. Highlights of the enduro segment are the three completely new designed “Process” models, all based on the same suspension concept: The Process 134 comes with 134mm of travel and 27,5″ wheels. The Process 153 is using 27,5″ wheels too, but has more travel at the rear (153mm) and front (160mm). Not so the Process 111: It features 111mm/120mm of travel and rolls on 29″ wheels.

Kona Process 111

With short chainstays (430mm) and a low bottom bracket, the Process 111 is presented as a modern 29er-Bike. A big standover height, a low center of gravity, a short stem and a single chainring setup are completing the package.

As we are used from Kona, each bike is offered in two setups. The “Deluxe”-Model of the Process 111 costs 4.999,- € and is equipped with SRAMs XX1-Group, using RockShox suspension (RockShox Monarch RT4, RockShox Revelation RTC3 Solo Air 120mm QR15 Tapered), while the cheaper version is equipped with a RaceFace Turbine cranks, X.9 derailleur and the RT-Version of the suspension with less settings.

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Kona Process 134 2014, 2.399,- €

Kona Process 134

Featuring the same platform, different wheels sizes, more travel: The Process 134 rolls on 27,5″ wheels and has 134mm of travel in the rear and 140mm at the front. Unlike the Process 111, a front shifter is mounted. The short 425mm chainstays shall provide an agile trail experience.

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Kona Process 134 Deluxe 2014, 3.299,- €

The Process 134 Deluxe for 3.299,- € ist equipped with an RockShox Monarch RT shock and the RockShox Revelation RL Solo Air fork. A mix of Shimano XT and SRAM X.7 is taking care of the drivetrain, Shimanos SLX Brakes are responsible for the braking.

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Kona Process 153 2014, 2.999,- €

Kona Process 153

For those who want more travel, the Process 153 is the right choice. The 27,5″ wheeled bike tries to impress with 425mm chainstays and a shallow steering angle of 66,5 degrees. The top model “Process 153 Deluxe” is running a RockShock Monarch Plus RC3 with piggy back – a clear sign that the bike is made for serious trail business. Further parts: A RockShox Pike RCT3 Solo Air (160mm), SRAM X.0 derailleur, Shimao XT Brakes. Pricetag: 4.399,- €

Spezielle Dämpferaufnahme im Process
Clean shock mount at the Kona Process bikes
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For 2.999,- € you get the “Process 153″ with RockShox Monarch RT shock, RockShox Pike RC Solo Air fork, SRAM X.7 drivetrain and Shimano Deore brakes.

Words & Photos: Aaron Steinke


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Aaron Steinke

Aaron was our first employee and actively helped make our company what it is today, significantly shaping the look and direction of our various magazines. Aaron has been pursuing his own projects since mid-2020 but he continues to advise and support us on issues of marketing and technology. For many years, you would usually have found Aaron at casual enduro races, but increasingly you'll find him riding his road bike – long live freedom on two wheels!