The Chain Damper is engineered to mute chain slap and reduce drivetrain feedback, delivering more grip and confidence even when descending on the roughest terrain. Enduro or DH rider? The Chain Damper is your new secret weapon.
Isolates Feedback
Removes unwanted drivetrain feedback when descending, resulting in a quiet and confidence-inspiring ride with a chainless feel.
Improved suspension sensitivity and feel
With less drivetrain feedback, you'll become more aware of your bike's suspension movements, with an increase in grip and confidence.
Less rider fatigue
By isolating the rider from drivetrain feedback, you'll feel less tired at the bottom of a descent, allowing you to ride to your limit for longer.
How does it work?
Chains have significant mass. This uncontrolled mass is free to flail, causing unwanted feedback and noise. We believe this plays a bigger part in unwanted ride characteristics than other sources of negative drivetrain feedback.
The springs in the Chain Damper capture the chain's energy, smoothing out the ride.
The Chain Damper isolates the rider from drivetrain feedback which is caused by the chain flailing as we descend. Bringing the chain under control allows the rider to be more closely connected to subtle suspension action.
Review from Flow Mountain Bike
"We urge any pedal-kickback non-believers to test one of these out for themselves. It muted almost all of the feedback through the pedals, delivering a calmer ride, and we quickly fell in love with the fluttery feeling of the rear suspension"
"On the trail, the rear suspension on the Nomad felt far more active on small to medium-size hits, delivering a fluttery feeling through the rear end of the bike, with no perceivable feedback through the cranks. The improved sensitivity of the rear suspension delivered improved rear wheel traction, which was most obvious when holding a line through rock gardens or trails littered with roots" - Flow Mountain Bike
Frequently asked questions
How does the Chain Damper pair with a high/low engagement hub?
It works great with both! The Chain Damper works to reduce drivetrain feedback regardless of the points of engagement you have.
Does it work on a Hardtail too?
Yes, and arguably offers even more benefit due to the harshness of the solid rear end on Hardtails.
Are they ebike compatible?
Not just yet, but soon! First batch is only compatible with regular/acoustic bikes, subsequent batches will add new crank fitments and we intend to introduce Ebike specific models in the near future.
Is there a Raceface, Ethirteen, Hope (etc) fitment option?
Soon! See question above.
What Chainlines is it available in?
Initial batch is a Boost, T-type and DH compatible chainline. Super Boost and other chainlines may follow in future batches. Be sure to contact us to register your interest so we know there is an appetite for your set up.
Why isn't there a travel adjustment so I can customize the feel?
Put simply, this would break the device functionality. Reducing the rotation angle by 25% will half the effectiveness of the device's ability to smooth out chain forces. We've precisely calculated the required rotation angle and spring rate to ensure maximum performance.
Is it compatible with my Chain?
As long as the chain is an 11 or 12 speed mountain bike chain that is also compatible with Shimano and SRAM 11-12 speed options then it will work.
Does it reduce pedal efficiency or create a spongy feel?
No, once the springs are compressed moments after applying pressure to the pedals, the chain ring is engaged and there isn't any efficiency loss or noticeable spongy feel. You'll feel a soft top out on the travel of the ring when lightly engaging the crank but this serves to further isolate drivetrain forces and vibration.
Does it work with High Pivot Bikes and Idlers?
Yes. Idlers and HP bikes tend to have seat stays that sit super close to the chain undoing a lot of the advantages gained from reducing chain growth and shortening the amount of unsupported chain between the BB and the rear axle. If you watch high speed footage of these types of bikes you'll see plenty of chain slap and thus energy transfer into the frame and chain ring when riding rough terrain. The Chain Damper will still cut the majority of this feedback and noise from the drivetrain and produce a super smooth ride quality.
Auckland Same Day Delivery
Live in Auckland? Get your order today with our Urgent Tonight service.
Excludes surfboards. Surfboards travel separately by van and are priced differently at checkout.
Available Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays. Delivered between 6:00pm and 9:00pm the same day.
Check the zone map below and look for the Urgent Tonight banner on eligible products.
We do not deliver to PO boxes, Great Barrier Island, or the Chatham Islands. Rural deliveries may also take an extra 1–3 working days.
Shipping Rates
| Category | Cost | Delivery | Items |
|---|---|---|---|
| Street Clothing & Footwear | $9.99 | 1–3 working days within New Zealand, plus 1–3 extra days for rural areas. | Street clothing and footwear. |
| Standard Nationwide | $14.99 | 2–3 working days within New Zealand, plus 1–3 extra days for rural areas. | Most items excluding surfboards, soft top surfboards, wakeboards, waterskis, SUPs, and bikes. |
| Medium Items | $19.99 per item | Standard delivery timeframe applies. | Bodyboards, board bags, longboard skateboards, moto boots, and moto helmets. |
| Large Items | $29.99 per item | Standard delivery timeframe applies. | Snowboards, snowboard packages, kneeboards, wakeboards, water skis, and bikes. |
| XLarge Items | $29.99 per item | Standard delivery timeframe applies. | Inflatable stand-up paddle boards. |
Bulky Items
Surfboards, Roof Boxes & Large Bike Racks
These items require special transport arrangements. Delivery can take up to 10 days depending on location within New Zealand.
Surcharges
We recommend delivery to a non-rural town or workplace to avoid this surcharge.
Due to high courier surcharges. Consider delivering to a friend in Auckland City who can bring it out.
Additional Information
Rural Delivery Information
Delivery times for rural areas can vary depending on how often couriers service your location. Some rural deliveries may only be serviced once a week, so we recommend checking with your local rural courier if timing is important.
Order Changes
Once an order has been placed, we cannot process cancellations or edits.
Shipping Days
Orders are not shipped on weekends or public holidays.
Tracking
Need your tracking number? Email ridesupport@hyper.co.nz and we’ll help you out.
Support & Freight
Freight Companies
- Post Haste and Bascik are used for orders shipped from Hyper Ride warehouse.
- Orders sent directly from a supplier will be shipped using the supplier’s nominated courier.
Shipping to Australia?
For Australian shipping information, head to our dedicated Shipping AU page.
We currently offer standard shipping only for Australia. All Australian orders are first received at our Auckland HQ, where they are collated and processed for export before dispatch.
$25 shipping plus a 2% import fee. The fee may vary depending on the item.
Estimated delivery time is 4–6 business days from dispatch.
Orders do not ship same-day. Processing and export prep can take up to 3 business days.
There are currently no express shipping options available for Australia.
We do not ship surfboards or stand-up paddleboards to Australia. We also cannot deliver to post shops or PO Boxes — a residential or business street address is required.
Shipping Overview
| Shipping Type | Cost | Delivery | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Australia Standard Nationwide | $25 + 2% import fee | 4–6 business days from dispatch (estimate only). | Orders are first collated at our Auckland HQ and processed for export before dispatch. Rural and remote areas may take longer. |
How Australian Orders Work
Order Processing
Orders do not ship same-day. All Australian orders first arrive at our Auckland HQ warehouse, where they are collated and processed for export. This can take up to 3 business days before dispatch.
Multiple Items
If your order contains multiple items, we’ll collate them at our Auckland HQ and ship them together so your order arrives in full.
Remote Areas
Delivery to rural or remote parts of Australia, including WA, NT, and Far North QLD, may take longer than the standard 4–6 business day estimate.
Dispatch Schedule
Orders are dispatched Monday to Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm NZ time. Our daily processing cut-off is 3:00pm NZ time. Orders placed after this, on weekends, or on public holidays will be processed the next business day.
Tracking, Customs & Returns
Tracking Your Order
You’ll automatically receive a Team Global Express tracking link once your parcel leaves Auckland and is scanned into the carrier network.
Customs & Duty Charges
International orders may be subject to customs or import duties once they reach Australia. These charges are the responsibility of the recipient. Hyper Ride cannot control, predict, or waive these fees, and we cannot mark orders as gifts.
Returns from Australia
Returns from Australia are not free. For full returns information, including how to lodge a return, please visit our Returns page.
Need Help?
Customer Support
For help with Australian shipping, tracking, or returns, email ridesupport@hyper.co.nz.
Quick Summary
- Standard shipping only for Australia.
- Orders are collated at Auckland HQ before export.
- Dispatch can take up to 3 business days.
- Delivery is estimated at 4–6 business days from dispatch.
- Remote areas may take longer.
