{"product_id":"cane-creek-hellbender-70-slam-integrated-headset","title":"Cane Creek Hellbender 70 Slam Integrated Headset — IS42\/28.6 | IS52\/40, Black (1-1\/8\" to 1.5\")","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Cane Creek Hellbender 70 Slam is a premium integrated headset built for riders who want their bars as low as possible without sacrificing bearing life or proper preload.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIt uses stainless Hellbender bearings and ultra-low stack covers to deliver long-term durability in a true “slam it” configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Functional Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntegrated headset for tapered steerers (1-1\/8\" to 1.5\")\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSHIS: IS42\/28.6 | IS52\/40\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePremium stainless steel Hellbender sealed cartridge bearings\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e6061-T6 aluminum cups and covers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUltra-low stack “Slam” top cover design\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBearing angle: 36° \/ 45°\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBlack finish\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDesigned for maximum durability with minimal stack height\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility \u0026amp; Technical Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFits frames designed for IS42 upper \/ IS52 lower integrated headsets\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDesigned for tapered forks (28.6mm upper \/ 40mm crown race)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntegrated style only — bearings sit directly in the frame\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNOT compatible with ZS or EC headset frames\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNOT compatible with straight 1-1\/8\" frames unless lower is IS52\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRequires proper crown race installation\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eService \/ Ownership Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis is a high-end headset meant for aggressive trail, enduro, gravel, and performance builds. Stainless Hellbender bearings offer excellent corrosion resistance, but regular inspection and light greasing of contact surfaces will maximize lifespan.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFit \u0026amp; Use Signals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGood Fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Performance bikes with IS42\/IS52 frames where low stack height and long bearing life matter.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot A Fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Frames requiring Zero Stack (ZS) or External Cup (EC) headsets, or non-tapered forks.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c!-- Internal SKU Recommendation: Base SKU: CCHB70-SLAM-IS42IS52-BLK UPC: None --\u003e \u003cdiv data-ai=\"mechanic-insight\" style=\"display:none\"\u003e This is the “slam it” version of Hellbender.\nMain reason people buy this is stack height. Top cover is super low compared to 40 Series or standard Hellbender.\nStainless bearings hold up way better in wet riding, especially on gravel and trail bikes.\nBiggest mistake is confusing IS with ZS. This is integrated only — frame must be IS42\/IS52.\n36\/45 bearing angles matter. Don’t mix with 45\/45 headsets.\nInstall tip: clean frame bearing seats carefully, light grease on interfaces, press crown race square.\nFailures usually come from dirty seats or dry installs, not the bearings themselves.\nRiders love how quiet these stay and how long they last.\nWho this is really for: riders chasing low stack + longevity, enduro bikes, gravel bikes seeing bad weather.\nWho should avoid: anyone without IS42\/IS52 frames or riders who don’t care about stack height.\nMechanic advice: confirm SHIS before selling, preload carefully, recheck after first ride.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Cane Creek","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53070650179898,"sku":"CCHB70-SLAM-IS42IS52-BLK","price":107.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5735\/8394\/files\/350021.jpg?v=1771804464","url":"https:\/\/gograva.com\/products\/cane-creek-hellbender-70-slam-integrated-headset","provider":"Grava Adventure Corporation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}