Ibis Ripmo AF SLX

Here's a detailed breakdown of its key features:

Frame:

• Material: Aluminum frame, specifically engineered to offer a durable and capable ride.
• Suspension: DW-Link suspension platform, renowned for its efficient pedaling and plush downhill performance.
• Rear Travel: 147mm, providing ample squish for technical terrain.
• Wheel Size Versatility: Designed to accommodate both full 29" wheel setups and mixed ("mullet" or MX) setups (29" front, 27.5" rear) thanks to a flip chip. Small and Medium sizes often ship with MX, while larger sizes are typically 29". This allows riders to tailor the bike's handling to their preference and terrain.
• Internal Cable Routing: Keeps the cables tidy and protected.
• Threaded Bottom Bracket: BSA 73mm for durability and ease of maintenance.
• Generous Tire Clearance: Compatible with tires up to 2.6" wide.
• Long Dropper Post Compatibility: Designed to accommodate long travel dropper posts for maximum saddle-out-of-the-way clearance on descents.
• Removable ISCG05 Mount: Allows for the installation of a chain guide if needed.
• UDH (Universal Derailleur Hanger): Ensures future compatibility and easier replacement.
• 7-Year Warranty: Backed by Ibis's 7-year warranty on aluminum frames.

Suspension:

• Front Fork: Marzocchi Bomber Z1 29" fork with 160mm of travel and a 44mm offset. This fork is known for its robust performance on challenging trails. Some models might feature a coil spring for a different feel.
• Rear Shock: Marzocchi Bomber Air shock, providing supple and controlled rear suspension performance. Some builds might come with a DVO Jade X Coil shock for enhanced descending capabilities.

Drivetrain:

• Rear Derailleur: Shimano SLX M7100 Shadow Plus, 12-speed.
• Shifters: Shimano SLX M7100, 12-speed.
• Crankset: Shimano SLX M7120 with a 30T alloy chainring. Crank arm lengths are size-specific.
• Cassette: Shimano SLX M7100, 10-51T, 12-speed, offering a wide range of gears for climbing and descending.
• Chain: Shimano SLX M7100.
• Bottom Bracket: Shimano SLX BB52.

Brakes:

• Brakes: Shimano SLX M7120 4-piston hydraulic disc brakes, providing excellent stopping power and modulation for confident descending.
• Rotors: Shimano SM-RT66 rotors, typically 203mm in the front and 180mm in the rear.

Components:

• Handlebar: Ibis Aluminum, 780mm width. Some higher-end AF builds might feature Ibis Carbon Hi-Fi handlebars.
• Stem: Ibis 31.8mm, length varies by frame size (Small/Medium: 40mm, Large/XL: 50mm).
• Seatpost: Bike Yoke Revive dropper post, known for its reliability and easy reset. Travel varies by frame size (Small: 125mm, Medium: 160mm, Large: 185mm, XL: 213mm).
• Saddle: WTB Silverado, 142mm.
• Grips: Lizard Skin Charger Evo.
• Headset: Cane Creek 40 ZS44/ZS56.

Wheelset:

• Wheels: Blackbird Send Alloy rims (Send I front, Send II rear), 29", laced to Ibis hubs. These are durable and trail-ready wheels.
• Tires: Maxxis Assegai 29" x 2.5" EXO+ (front) and Maxxis DHR II 29" x 2.4" EXO+ (rear), offering excellent grip and traction in various conditions. MX builds will have a 27.5" rear tire in the DHR II.