2020 Ibis

Ripley XTR

A 29″ carbon frame full suspension trail bike with ultra high-end components.
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MSRP$9,199
Weight5.0 lbs (frame)  
FrameCarbon
SuspensionFull, 120 / 130mm
ForkFox Factory Float 34
ShockFox Float DPS Factory
Wheels29″ Carbon
Drivetrain1 × 12
GroupsetXTR, Race Face
BrakesHydraulic Disc
SeatpostDropper
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Terrain
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Handling
nimblestable
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Gearing

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

(climbing)

28 mph

Ripley XTR

26 mph

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Highest gear

(descending)

Sizing
SM

5'2" – 5'8"

MD

5'6" – 5'11"

LG

5'10" – 6'3"

XL

6'1" – 6'7"

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Reviews
BikeRadar
Ibis Ripley AF NGX review

Nov 2021 · Alex Evans

Short-travel aluminium bruiser

Highs
  • Immensely fun to ride

  • Super-supportive suspension

  • Good value spec

  • Packs a punch much bigger than the travel figure would suggest

Lows
  • Not a plough bike

  • Could do with grippier tyres

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Outdoor Gear Lab
Ibis Ripley AF Deore

Jul 2021 · Jeremy Benson

Ibis recently released the more affordable Ripley AF, an aluminum-framed version of their popular short travel trail bike. This 29er has 120mm of rear...

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Pinkbike
Field Trip: Ibis's $2,999 Ripley AF is a Precision Weapon

May 2021 · Sarah Moore

The Ripley AF will make a great partner for a rider who wants to cover a lot of ground, possibly while pedaling hard, and have a hoot on the way back down.

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Review: Ibis Ripley AF

Apr 2021 · Nicole Formosa

The Ripley has gotten affordable AF, with the release of the aluminum version of the popular short-travel 29er.

Highs
  • Excellent value

  • Same suspension and ride characteristics of higher-end models

  • Good parts package for the money

Lows
  • Heavy

  • Can be loud

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Singletrack World
Staff Bike Test: Chipps' Ibis Ripley MK4

Jan 2021 · Chipps

Chipps brings us his thoughts on this Ibis Ripley MK4, built up with all the fanciest of top end components and dragged through UK mud.

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Enduro Mountainbike Magazine
Ibis Ripley in Test – fast, fun and noble

Feb 2020 · Christoph Bayer

We've reviewed the fast, fun and nobel Ibis Ripley XTR Build. Read on to find out how capable this trail bike really is and who should buy it.

Highs
  • Brilliant climber

  • Excellent pedalling position

  • Very lively and playful

  • Sufficient reserves for rough terrain

Lows
  • Expensive

  • Firmer ride overall

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Bikerumor
Dream Build: Ibis Ripley v4 gets the full Shimano XTR 1x12 treatment

Dec 2019

Looking for the perfect canvas for our XTR 1x12 build, we jumped at the chance to check out the new Ibis Ripley v4 for a long term review!

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Loam Wolf
Review: Ibis Ripley V4

Oct 2019 · Nic Hall

If you are looking for a mountain bike with capable geometry and on-board feel consider the Ibis Ripley V4. Read our review and see what we like and what we would change!

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Geometry
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Specs
Build
Frame

Carbon Fiber Monocoque

BB StandardBSA, 73mm, Threaded

Tire Clearance2.6"

ColorsMatte Braaap; Blue Steel

Fork

Fox Float 34 Factory Series 130mm, 29", 15QR

Travel130mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

Fox Float Factory DPS with EVOL, 190x45

Travel120mm

Spring TypeAir

Bottom Bracket

Threaded (73mm English threaded)

Headset

Cane Creek 40 ZS44/ZS56

Stem

Enve Mtn Stem 31.8mm (40, 55, 70mm)

Handlebar

Enve M6 Bar 780mm

Saddle

WTB Silverado Team 142mm width

Seatpost

Bike Yoke Revive Dropper (125, 160 or 185mm). Note there is a 250lb rider weight limit on this post.

TypeDropper

Grips

Lizard Skins Charger Evo

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano XTR M9100 12 Spd

Crank

Race Face Next R, 32t Alloy Ring (170mm for S/M, 175mm for L/XL)

Shifters

Shimano XTR M9100 12 Spd

Cassette

Shimano XTR M9100 12 Spd 10-51T

Chain

Shimano XTR M9100 12 Spd

Brakes

Shimano XTR M9100 2 piston

TypeHydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

Ibis S35 Carbon Rims / 29" / Industry 9 Hydra Hubs

Tires

Schwalbe Hans Dampf (front) Nobby Nic (rear) 29" x 2.35"

Disc Rotors

Shimano RT-MT900 180

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