2016 Kona RoadHouse, Sutra, Esatto preview

I'm thinking that the Small will be a good size for you.  I would use the Ridley website for geo specs with the corrections as discussed.  That is, I'm almost certain the Effective Top Tube Length for the S is 54.5cm.  So if this is or is close to your preferred top tube length then S it is. 

Still not sure what you're looking at for the CR1 geo chart as the one I see online it is listed at 530mm.

Another option would be to check out a Fenix model if a dealer has one in S and/or M.

I just found out earlier today that Performance has both S and XS models in stock at their East coast warehouse.  So my XS is on it's way and hopefully will be ready to ride sometime next week.  Forgot to ask about the M.  They only have 4 of the S though so act fast.

I hate to keep muddying up this thread, but I went ahead and ordered an X-Trail in a size Small yesterday, and it should be delivered tomorrow.  I don't really have an option to try any Ridley's anywhere close, so I'm still a little nervous about the fit, and this is the first time I've ever bought a bike online.  I used to have a Madone in a 56, and had test ridden a Domane in a 56 as well.  When comparing geometries, it looks like the X-trail measures up closer to a 56 Domane than any other size, so it should be pretty close fit.  Anyways, I hope to start a new thread when I get a chance to ride this.  Forecast for tomorrow is rain all day. 

DrSpoke, thanks again for all your feedback regarding sizing and geometries.  I'll be interested to see what you think of the bike when you get yours.

I'm jealous!  I've been waiting forever it seems like and still don't have mine   Not much longer though.

The M has a 56.5 top tube so that is likely to be closer to a size 56 though perhaps slightly large in that and some of the other dimensions..  Mountain bikes have been going to longer top tubes and shorter stems the last couple of years.  There is a lot to be said about having a slightly small frame though, especially for road but for off road use too.  Anyway, I hope it's is a good fit for you.

I'm sure to be happy as long as it fits 40c tires.  The geo leans a little more to the road, similar to the Diverge, with a tight rear triangle and I think I'm going to like that.  Especially since I think it will see a lot of road miles either on century rides or mixed road/trail rides.

I just ordered all the remaining parts to complete the two extra sets of wheels - a pure road set and the wilderness adventure set.  I've got a couple more parts to get my Garmin mounted and functioning on the new bike and then will be ready to ride.  I decided to wait a bit to convert to Di2 though it will happen sooner rather than later. 

It would have been nice to have ordered over the weekend as they had the 20% Performance Points offer.  I'd check to see if there is a way to still get in on that. 

I'll give you an update when I can.  And will be anxious to hear a ride report from you too.

Hello! I emailed myself Kona and asking about the Roadhouse and they say that he could fit 35c tyres, but i will have to test the type of tire.

I found this site earlier.  It looks to be in Japanese, but there are a few pics that give a little more perspective on tire clearance.  I'm not sure about a dedicated gravel bike, but this bike really has my interest as my next road bike.

http://bicycle.mt-biker.net/kona-roadhouse-review1-151120/