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2009 Hope Mono Mini
I am a huge fan of Hope brakes. As you can probably tell by most of the test bikes. For 2009, Hope is updating it's line and getting rid of the Ti 6's. This is the first sighting of the 2009 Mono Mini's at Eurobike. The redesign brake lever has more adjustments and the caliper is an all new one piece machined unit.
More Changes Coming From Hope
- Redesigned Moto Lever
- The End of the Ti 6
- New Mono Mini's
- A More Powerful Redesigned M4
Why Are Hope's The Best Brakes On The Market?
Superior modulation and power. It just doesn't get any better than Hope brakes and they are making them even better for '09. I have owned 2 sets of Mini's, 2 sets of M4's and 1 set of Moto's. The only brakes that even come close are the Formula's. From what I hear (I haven't ridden them yet), the new Formula One's are supposed to be on par with the Moto's. Some ride time will confirm this, but until then...Hope's are the king of brakes.
Be on the lookout for reviews on the '09 line from Hope. It should be a great year for this component maker based out of the UK.
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- New Hope Lever
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- New Hope Mono Mini Caliper
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September 6th, 2008 at 11:23 pm
The caliper looks like a small version of the moto.
September 8th, 2008 at 8:40 am
@SS: That was my first thought too. Hope claims that the new design is much stronger.
September 15th, 2008 at 7:16 am
Robb, love your website! Only just discovered it and think it looks great.
I’m a Hope fan too but just think this lever is a bit of a weak aesthetic. Functionally I’m sure it’ll look great, but visually it’s no Avid Elixir CR, in my view.
I blogged about it recently on the Muddymoles, see my 2008 Eurobike round up if you fancy it.
Matts last blog post..I am missing
September 15th, 2008 at 8:06 am
@Matt: Thanks Matt! Great site by the way…that Camelbak sleeveless jersey looks hilarious.
The Avid Elixir vs. Hope lever design is two completely different animals in my opinion. The Hope’s are machined beauty while the Avids are molded eye pleasers. At this point, it does look like the Avid’s would be more durable and the Hope’s are going to be lighter for ‘09.