I have owned many konas from that era and the geo feels exactly the same on top. The craftsmanship is obviously top notch. The sovereign is especially light. This frame i weighed at 1800g with rhe seatpost collar and chain suck device on.I struggled to decide between the Kestrel, the Brodie and the Saracen.
In the end I gave them the following order 1st to 3rd...
Brodie
Saracen
Kestrel
So I have voted Brodie, would love to try one against my owned since new '93 Kona Lavadome!