Ibis Ripley SLX

Here's a detailed breakdown of its key features:

Frame:

• Material: Carbon Fiber Monocoque, offering significant weight savings and increased stiffness compared to the aluminum Ripley AF models. The frame weight is typically around 5 lbs (size medium, without shock).
• Suspension: DW-Link suspension design, known for its efficient pedaling and responsive feel.
• Rear Travel: 120mm, providing a balance of pedaling efficiency and trail capability.
• Flip Chip: Some newer models (V5) feature a flip chip, allowing riders to adjust the geometry slightly and even run a mixed ("mullet") wheel setup (29" front, 27.5" rear).
• Internal Cable Routing: For a clean look and protection of cables.
• Threaded Bottom Bracket: BSA 73mm for durability and ease of maintenance.
• Tire Clearance: Typically allows for up to 2.6" tires.
• Internal Frame Storage: Newer models (V5) often include downtube storage with a custom bag.
• Universal Derailleur Hanger (UDH): For future compatibility and easy replacement.
• ISCG 05 Mounts: Removable mounts for bash guards or chain guides.
• Lifetime Warranty: On the frame and Ibis-branded wheels.

Suspension:

• Front Fork: 130mm travel Fox Float 34 Performance or Factory series fork with a 44mm offset. The Factory series offers more advanced damping adjustability (Grip X or FIT4). Some earlier models (V4) might have had 120mm or 140mm forks depending on the build. The latest Ripley (V5) standardizes on a 140mm fork.
• Rear Shock: Fox Float Factory DPS with EVOL, tuned for the Ripley's kinematics.

Drivetrain:

• Rear Derailleur: Shimano SLX M7100 Shadow Plus, 12-speed.
• Shifters: Shimano SLX M7100, 12-speed.
• Crankset: Shimano SLX M7100 with a 30T or 32T alloy chainring (size-specific crank arm lengths). Some builds might feature Shimano Deore M6120 cranks.
• Cassette: Shimano SLX M7100, 10-51T, 12-speed.
• Chain: Shimano SLX M7100 or KMC X12, 12-speed.
• Bottom Bracket: Shimano BB52 or BB-MT501.

Brakes:

• Brakes: Shimano SLX M7100 hydraulic disc brakes, typically 2-piston, offering reliable stopping power. Some builds might upgrade to Shimano XT M8120 4-piston brakes for enhanced performance.
• Rotors: Shimano SM-RT66, 180mm front and rear.

Components:

• Handlebar: Ibis Alloy or Blackbird Hi-Fi, 780mm or 800mm width. Some higher-end builds might include an Ibis carbon handlebar.
• Stem: Ibis 31.8mm, length varies by frame size (40mm-60mm).
• Seatpost: Bike Yoke Revive dropper post, known for its reliability and easy reset. Travel varies by frame size (125mm-213mm). Some builds might use a KS Rage-i dropper post.
• Saddle: WTB Silverado 142mm or WTB Volt.
• Grips: Lizard Skins Charger Evo.
• Headset: Cane Creek 40 ZS44/ZS56.

Wheels:

• Wheelset: Blackbird Send Alloy rims (Send I front, Send II rear), 29", 32-hole, laced to Ibis Logo hubs. Some higher-end builds might feature Ibis S35 Carbon wheels with Ibis or Industry Nine hubs for lighter weight and increased stiffness.
• Tires: Maxxis DHR2 29" x 2.4" EXO TR (front) and Maxxis Dissector or Rekon 29" x 2.4" EXO TR (rear), offering a good balance of grip and rolling resistance for trail riding.