Ibis Ripley XT Carbon Wheel Mountain Bike

Why We Like The Ibis Ripley XT Carbon Wheel Mountain Bike

Ibis is back with their new Ripley, featuring a redesigned frame shape, ramped-up suspension travel numbers, and revised geometry to bring us the best iteration of the Ripley to date. Now sporting 130mm of DW-Link suspension, the Ripley is efficient all over the mountain, flies up climbs, and descends with control. The front end of the Ripley receives a 140mm fork and 64.9-degree head tube angle, and paired with its longer wheelbase and reach, we are confident and stable on the steepest trails we can muster up. With the release of the Ripmo and Ripley, ibis pulled out all the stops on the sizing and fitment. Now available in five sizes, the Ripley receives a huge improvement in sizing, giving every rider a more accurate fit. Additionally, size-specific chainstays, seat tube angles, and bottom bracket heights provide a big update in terms of proportional geometry for every sized frame, resulting in a more balanced fit and feel. The Ripley has the best of both worlds and comes stock with 29-inch wheels but deploys mixed-wheel compatibility with a simple turn of the flip chip on the rear shock link, allowing us to easily install a 27.5-inch rear wheel for more agility. Last but certainly not least, Ibis surprised us with their new internal frame storage system, featuring a unique lever-action door and special edition Ibis x Cotopaxi storage bags.

The Shimano XT Carbon Wheel build sports a quality Shimano drivetrain and brakes, top-tier suspension, and upgraded carbon wheels for dominance on the trails. Ibis´s carbon frame is made with premium materials and has a great reputation for being durable. Next, Shimano´s XT drivetrain equips us with a precise 12-speed drivetrain to excel on the trails, and a wide-range gearing for getting up any technical climb. Next, a Fox Factory DPS rear shock grips the ground for relentless traction, while the Fox Float 34 Factory 140mm fork absorbs bigger hits and is super adjustable so we can tune it to our riding style. Finally, for a top-tier wheelset, this build is upgraded with Industry Nine carbon fiber rims to ensure a lighter overall weight, precise handling, and reduced vibrations from the trail.

*Due to a high demand in the global supply chain and bike industry since the start of the pandemic, material weight and exact components are subject to change. We are working diligently to keep tech specs updated, and any adjustments will be of equal or better spec level. If you have any questions, reach out to a Gearhead by chatting online or calling 1-888-276-7130.

Heads up - We do our best to keep bike specs and images current, but occasional component changes can happen without warning-and sometimes the photos might not show the exact build you´ll receive. If you want to double-check the details, our Gearheads are always here to help.

Details

• A redesigned Ripley with major updates and improvements across the board
• Ibis´s Carbon fiber frames have a reputation for being lightweight and durable
• 130mm of DW-Link suspension is efficient and playful for versatility
• Fox Float Factory DPS rear shock is super light and adjustable
• Shimano XT drivetrain is known for its precise shifting
• Industry Nine carbon rims are lightweight and provide precise handling
• Fox Float 34 Factory 140mm fork is lightweight but can handle big hits
• New Internal frame storage system for convenient storage inside our frame
• Item #IBSB0D8

Tech Specs

Frame Material

carbon fiber

Suspension

DW-Link

Rear Shock

Fox Float Factory DPS

Rear Travel

130mm

Fork

Fox Float 34, Factory Grip X

Front Travel

140mm

Headset

Cane Creek 40 ZS44/ZS56

Shifters

Shimano XT, M8100, 12-speed

Rear Derailleur

Shimano XT, M8100, 12-speed

Crankset

Shimano XT, M8120, alloy, 12-speed

Chainring Sizes

30

Crank Arm Length

[small, medium] 165mm, [extra medium, large, extra large] 170mm

Bottom Bracket

Shimano MT800

Cassette

Shimano XT, M8100, 12-speed

Cassette Range

10-51t

Chain

Shimano XT, M8100, 12-speed

Brakeset

Shimano XT M8120

Brake Type

4-piston

Rotors

[front, rear] Shimano SM-RT86, 180mm

Handlebar

Blackbird HiFi, 35mm

Handlebar Width

800mm

Grips

Lizard Skin Charger Evo

Stem

Blackbird, 35mm

Stem Length

[small, medium] 35mm, [extra medium, large, extra large] 50mm

Saddle

WTB Silverado, Fusion, 142mm

Seatpost

Bike Yoke Revive, 34.9mm

Seatpost Travel

[small] 125mm, [medium] 160mm, [extra medium] 185mm, [large, extra large] 213mm

Wheelset

[front] Industry Nine, carbon, 28h, [rear] Industry Nine, carbon, 28h

Hubs

[front, rear] Industry Nine, 28h, 6-bolt

Front Axle

15 x 110mm Boost

Rear Axle

12 x 148mm Boost

Tire Clearance

[rear] 2.5in

Tires

[front] Maxxis DHR2, EXO [rear] Maxxis Rekon, EXO

Tire Size

[front] 29 x 2.4in, [rear] 29 x 2.4in

Pedals

not included

Extras

downtube protector, upper and lower chainstay protectors, shuttle guard, SRAM UDH, SRAM AXS battery and Power Pack charger, wheel size flip chip, internal cable routing, internal frame storage, Ibis x Cotopaxi frame storage bag, threaded bottom bracket

Activity

trail

Manufacturer Warranty

[bikes, wheels, rims] lifetime