I've had this bike for over 4 years (5k miles) and I've put it through the ringer. It's been on everything from fun flowy singletrack to rock gardens, 3' drops, snow, XC racing, you name it. I've upgraded just about everything over the years but not out of necessity. The weakest area for me were the stock wheels from Easton. I stripped the rear wheel hub (warranty) and then the replacement wheel as well. But with the Stans Arch MK3 this baby rocks!
Cons Crappy factory service. I called for a simple part and got the brush off. It was a new bike and broken in the box. Don't bother with a Company that doesn't stand behind their products
The Kona Hei Hei Trail DL is a near slam dunk purchase when comparing against the competition. The spec is on point delivering premium performance at value.
Pros - near perfect geometry
- spec screams performance
- 1x11 drivetrain
- short chainstay
- wallet friendly
Cons - heavier than pricier competition
- spec does not include a dropper post
Pros Rear and front suspension lockouts. So accelerates on flats well. Descends well with koans linkage suspension design. Kona so u know its gonna last forever.
Cons Little heavy but base model has same frame as uber exp models so u can put lighter parts on it. Speaking of the base wtb speeddisc wheels have given me zero problems and set up tubeless super easy- strong bead,
I just built up a 2011 Hei Hei 29 frame... and instantly decided it was the best damn bike I've ever had. Fits me like a glove, I can climb and pedal hard with no suspension bob, and it descends very predictably. I'm really happy with this frame design.
Kona did a good job walking the line between XC and all-mountain with the Hei Hei 2-9. This is a great bike for XC riders who like to spend all day in the saddle without feeling beat up or folks who don't like to slow down for short gnarly sections on the XC trail.
Pros Lightweight and durable frame. Amazing attention to detail and solid component mix out of the gate. Frame geometry is perfect mix between XC race and AM dabbling.
Cons The wheels and tires may not be quite up to all-mountain level riding, depending on your terrain and speed.
I've had this bike for over 4 years (5k miles) and I've put it through the ringer. It's been on everything from fun flowy singletrack to rock gardens, 3' drops, snow, XC racing, you name it. I've upgraded just about everything over the years but not out of necessity. The weakest area for me were the stock wheels from Easton. I stripped the rear wheel hub (warranty) and then the replacement wheel as well. But with the Stans Arch MK3 this baby rocks!
Pros
Quality
Durability
Weight
Climbing
Cons
| Thank | EditStock wheels (Easton)
Don't buy their junk
Pros
Can't ride it
Cons
| Thank | EditCrappy factory service. I called for a simple part and got the brush off. It was a new bike and broken in the box. Don't bother with a Company that doesn't stand behind their products
The Kona Hei Hei Trail DL is a near slam dunk purchase when comparing against the competition. The spec is on point delivering premium performance at value.
Pros
- near perfect geometry
- spec screams performance
- 1x11 drivetrain
- short chainstay
- wallet friendly
Cons
| Thank | Edit- heavier than pricier competition
- spec does not include a dropper post
Oh yeah
Pros
Relatively durable, long lasting, great customer support
Cons
| Thank | EditNot stiff enough
Buy it for the looks keep it for the ride.
Pros
Rear and front suspension lockouts. So accelerates on flats well. Descends well with koans linkage suspension design. Kona so u know its gonna last forever.
Cons
| Thank | EditLittle heavy but base model has same frame as uber exp models so u can put lighter parts on it. Speaking of the base wtb speeddisc wheels have given me zero problems and set up tubeless super easy- strong bead,
I just built up a 2011 Hei Hei 29 frame... and instantly decided it was the best damn bike I've ever had. Fits me like a glove, I can climb and pedal hard with no suspension bob, and it descends very predictably. I'm really happy with this frame design.
Pros
| Thank | EditWeight
Frame Design
Geometry
Kona did a good job walking the line between XC and all-mountain with the Hei Hei 2-9. This is a great bike for XC riders who like to spend all day in the saddle without feeling beat up or folks who don't like to slow down for short gnarly sections on the XC trail.
Pros
Lightweight and durable frame. Amazing attention to detail and solid component mix out of the gate. Frame geometry is perfect mix between XC race and AM dabbling.
Cons
| Thank | EditThe wheels and tires may not be quite up to all-mountain level riding, depending on your terrain and speed.