Cane Creek Hellbender 70 Lite ZS Complete Headset

The Cane Creek Hellbender 70 Lite is an ultralight headset built for riders who want to shed real weight without giving up the durability and performance of a quality bearing system. The secret is the Hellbender LITE bearing, a hybrid aluminum/steel sealed cartridge bearing that is 30% lighter than conventional headset bearings. Pair that with the included HB70 Lite preload assembly, which is half the weight of standard preload hardware, and the result is a headset that weighs in at just 90g in ZS configuration (vs 117g for the standard ZS Hellbender 70). Every other detail has been thought through. The alloy cups are internally contoured and relieved to strip additional material without sacrificing strength, the dual-seal alloy crown race delivers excellent sealing with low friction, and the carbon-friendly captured compression ring keeps installation clean and simple. ________ Features: ZeroStack Threadless headset Hellbender LITE hybrid aluminum/steel bearings — 30% lighter than conventional headset bearings Includes HB70 Lite preload assembly — half the weight of standard preload hardware 6061 T-6 aluminum cups, internally contoured and relieved to minimise weight and maximise strength Low-friction upper bearing seal fully captured by the top cover — no loose parts Alloy dual-seal crown race for excellent sealing efficiency with low friction Carbon-friendly captured compression ring Available in various IS cup configurations to suit a wide range of frame standards Weight: 90g (vs. 117g for standard ZS Hellbender 70) ________ Specifications: Cups & Covers: 6061 T-6 Aluminum Crown Race: Alloy Dual-Seal Bearings: Hellbender LITE Hybrid Aluminum/Steel Sealed Cartridge Compression Ring: Carbon-Friendly Captured Weight (IS): 54g Color: Black Part Numbers: BAA2170K – ZS44/28.6 | ZS56/40 ________ Our thoughts: The Hellbender 70 Lite is genuinely impressive for weight-conscious builds. The LITE bearing design is a smart piece of engineering that delivers real grams saved without any compromise in feel or longevity. Installation is clean and straightforward, and the dual-seal crown race does a solid job of keeping things running smoothly over time. If you're building a lightweight XC or gravel rig and want a headset that won't be the weak link, this is one of the best options at this price point.