Test Hope Tech 4 V4: 50000 metres downhill: Hope's enduro brake put to the test

Admittedly, the levers of the recently revised Hope Tech 4 V4 Compared to the Shimano or Sram models, they look like the levers of a motorbike brake. But that's also how it grips - the braking power and stability of the Enduro disc brake are simply amazing.

Hope claims to have achieved the extra braking power by increasing the brake pressure by 30% compared to the Hope Evo Tech 3 E4. Even though we have not yet been able to verify this on the test bench: In the immediate vicinity of the strongest and lightest disc brakes 2021 Hope could have boosted itself from the back row to become one of the top brakes in the comparison.

What's more, even after more than 50,000 metres in depth, the permanent test brake still brakes on the first pads. Particularly exciting: The pivot point is mounted on industrial bearings, which reduces manual forces. In addition, the Tech 4 is the only brake in my testing career where the wheels for the pressure point and lever width are easy to reach and run smoothly. Due to the bulky design, important components such as seals, bearings and reservoirs are more robust, which plays into the hands of durability.

Thanks to the long lever, you won't run out of power even on the longest descents. Arm pump? I've never experienced it with this brake. If I had to choose one brake, I would choose this one.

• Test weight: 69 kilos
• Price: 275 Euro per piece >> available here

STRENGTHS

• Braking force
• Durability

WEAKNESSES

• Lever ergonomics may take some getting used to

Test Hope 4 V4 - Editor's verdict

Powerful, durable and easy to modulate. The Hope 4 V4 can do everything a brake needs to do. - Max Fuchs, BIKE Editor