This bike caught my eye , it costs $1,049CAD (or $750 USD) . I’d like it to be my next bike purchase, is it worth it?
I’m looking for a bike not everyone in my city has (a government town that likes their Cannondales, Treks and Specialized galore) and in a bright colour because I really like colour. And I would like to go fast.
I also already have a beater bike for leaving around locked up in sketchy places downtown.
by According_Trainer418
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i think you have the wrong picture.
[KONA Dr Dew | Kona](https://en-ca.konaworld.com/products/dr-dew-1)
this is the Dr Dew which is $1699 CAD and is a steel bike
i have this bike! it’s great. I did convert to 700c wheels because I’m very tall and ride an XL. tons of tire clearance in the front (50mm+), not as much in the rear (~44mm). fun to ride and durable steel frame. have thought about upgrading to carbon fork to drop weight and increase performance.
This bike is not fast but if you throw on a set of carbon wheels it’ll be faster, no need for carbon fork unless you want more comfort on unmaintained roads/gravel.
I have a 2018 Kona Dew DL. It’s a bit heavy but not too bad. It’s comfortable, easy to maintain, and handles a good variety of terrain. I think it’s a pretty decent value for an all around bike. The Dr. Dew is steel though so might be a big weight difference. I also have a Kona Rove. I think they make pretty good bikes for the money
I have been doing couple of over 70km rides and a lot of over 20km rides with Kona dr dew and I have to say I miss that bike regularly. Very decent and comfortable ride.