In our opinion a light weight shock should be lightweight, but not too lightweight
Because if you’re going for demanding trails, you do want to have some performance as well. The Hover MC Light does not weigh 240g, not 250g, it weighs 299g. But not 350g. it is just the weight you need, to have proper capacity for descending, but only around 50g heavier than the super light weight competitor shocks. In our eyes, also the cross county bikes are developing towards more fun on the trails. This is where our shocks comes to stay.
Nevertheless, we have a 3 position lockout. Downhill-mode, gravel-mode and road-mode. It is exactly what it sounds like. You have no power loss on the uphills, also not on the technical uphills with our gravel-mode. No fatique lockout for fireroads, but feels like a roadbike with the road-mode.
And what is the difference to the more heavier Hover Monocoque models? The Main difference is, next to shorter length, more compact main body, different seal-head shape. For weight reasons, you cannot tune the progression of the shock. We set the progression in a balanced way, that with porper air pressure, you will use around 95% of the shock stroke, some will use 92%, some will use 98%, almost nobody will use 100%. That way, we can keep the shock’s weight low, and it fits all riders out there. The damping circuit, the lockout, the seals and surfaces – 100% same to heavier Hover MC shocks. damping circuit, let me tell you more about it:
Our custom shim-stack tuning, tailored to rider weight, frame, and riding style, has been optimized over the last three years, and you get a perfect fitting shock for your bike. There is nothing to worry about.
Specifications
- Available stroke:
45mm / 42,5mm / 40mm / 37,5mm
- Weight:
299g
- Mounting Standard
Trunnion, Metric
- Material
7075 Aluminium
- Maximum Rider Weight / Pressure
105kg / 500psi
- Colours
Black anodized
Stroke reduction:
All standard strokes can be reduced by 2.5/5/7.5 mm. For instance, if you want a 190×40 shock, choose a 190×45 shock with a -5 mm stroke reduction.
Bushing Options:
If you choose to buy our bushings, your shock will be delivered fully assembled with included bushings, ready for immediate use. We precisely match the bushing to the axle, and document the exact axle diameter on your order sheet. That way we know exactly which size to send you, if you should ever require a new one.
Additional Information:
If you are unsure about compatibility with your frame, bushing size, bushing bolt diameter, stroke reduction, or tune, don’t hesitate to consult with us. While most frames fit easily, we are happy to provide confirmation! Check our compatibility chart for your frame of choice. If your frame is not listed, that doesn’t necessarily mean that it won’t fit. In that case simply contact us and we will figure it out.
IBS:
Your shock comes equipped with the respective adapter. If you are looking to convert your shock from Metric to Trunnion or vice versa, you can find the parts here. Older Hover models are not compatible with the IBS.
