Because the Hammerhead Karoo 2 laptop will get extra well-liked, extra riders are trying to find the suitable mount. Excellent news: if you have already got a Ok-EDGE mount, you’re most likely in luck.
After partnering with Hammerhead, Ok-EDGE has launched the HMS or Hammerhead Mounting System. The HMS is an insert equipment that can adapt virtually 50 totally different Ok-EDGE mounts to make use of with the Karoo 2’s distinctive connection. With the HMS insert, the pc attaches in the identical was because the inventory Hammerhead mount – slide it again onto the mount to lock in place, twist after which slide ahead to launch.
The HMS Insert Package is made within the USA and can promote for simply $12.99, together with a collection of totally different {hardware} and spacers to work with varied mounts. Ok-EDGE luckily provides this helpful information to let which mixture of spacers you’ll want together with the appropriate mounts.
Precise Weight
Along with the Insert Package, three totally different mounts might be bought instantly from Hammerhead with HMS together with the Max XL ($57.99), Max XL Combo ($72.99), and Enhance Stem Mount ($52.99). Different mount choices might be obtainable from Ok-EDGE and from choose retailers. Addtionatlly, the HMS system might be obtainable to license, suggesting different laptop mount producers may use it to create their very own Hammerhead-compatible choices.
- Ok-EDGE Max XL, $57.99 – CNC machined aluminum gives unmatched energy to these on the lookout for added safety on the roughest of rides, whereas attaining professional positioning of your laptop out-front, on heart, and flush with the highest of your handlebars. Non-compulsory adapter for digicam, lights and extra is out there direct from Ok-EDGE. The Max XL mount has a 31.8mm handlebar measurement for common compatibility.
- Ok-EDGE Max XL Combo, $72.99 – The workhorse MAX XL Combo is totally kitted out for individuals who need the complete setup in a clear, on-center, out-front, aero look with a safe really feel. The MAX XL Combo consists of an adjunct mount for clear integration of lights, cameras and extra.
- Ok-EDGE Enhance Stem Mount, $52.99 – Made particularly for these working brief and steep stem setups and on the lookout for a clear cockpit with 1 cm rise within the base. This setup gives a safe place on your Karoo 2 above the stem, with out interference. Superb for MTBs & gravel bikes setup with brief stems.
- HMS Insert Package, $12.99 – Use any appropriate Ok-EDGE mount and simply convert to the modern and safe Hammerhead Mounting System Insert Package. A number of spacers and {hardware} are included to dial within the right match on your mannequin of Ok-EDGE Mount.
Hammerhead x Ok-EDGE HMS Assessment
We already know that Ok-EDGE makes a few of the best laptop mounts on the planet. They’re stunning, extremely sturdy, and can probably outlast your bike. So it’s an excellent factor when you possibly can adapt them to new laptop methods. In comparison with the mount that got here with the Karoo 2, the Ok-EDGE mounts are simpler to function, and naturally produced from machined aluminum quite than plastic. There’s additionally no ‘shelf’ beneath the pc to catch sweat like I discovered with the inventory mount.
When used with a large stem, the Max XL locations the pc a bit of off-center, so that you’d be higher off utilizing the Enhance Stem mount if you need it completely aligned. Total, should you personal a Hammerhead Karoo 2, these are the mounts to get.
