Throughout the Spring of 2013, we’ll be posting a series of Ibis tech videos describing how to do various tasks on your Ibis. Instructions on setting sag, changing links, proper cable routing, locating funny noises, bearing removal and replacement and swingarm disassembly are all going to be covered.
The videos will be unique and dare we say gorgeous, like nothing seen before in the instructional video realm. We’re very lucky to be working with some extremely talented people, and our videographer is no exception.
We grabbed a minute of footage from our recent video shoot and are sharing it with you now. It gives you a quick look at the Ripley, revealing just a little bit about how it comes apart and goes back together, along with a peek at the eccentrics and swingarm mounting. There’s a lot more to come, too.
DESIGN GOALS OF THE RIPLEY 29
Our goal was to bring the advantages of a 29” wheel to a lightweight, nimble and fun trailbike. We think 120 mm of travel is the sweet spot for a snappy bike that isn’t cumbersome or heavy. We also wanted the Ripley to be configurable for a wide range of terrain and riding styles, so we made it compatible with 120–140 mm travel forks. We asked Dave Weagle (Mr. dw-link) to give the Ripley pedaling efficiency, XC-like acceleration and optimization for 29er specific gearing in addition to the usual dw-attributes such as excellent small bump compliance, predictable travel through the range with no wallowing or harsh bottom out. This version of the dw-link, like the ones he’s done for us in the past, delivers on the promise.
120mm rear wheel dw-link travel
5.0 Pound frame with X Fusion Microlite Shock, 5.2 lbs with Fox RP23 CTD
Approved for 120-140mm forks, 32 or 34 stanchion
Tapered head tube (suitable for various Cane Creeks & Chris King InSet 3)
Internal TT cable routing with molded carbon cable stops
Shock Specs: 184mm x 44mm with .4 volume spacer
Provision for cable-actuated adjustable seat posts
BB92/Press GXP style integrated BB
142mm Maxle rear axle
160mm carbon fiber post mount rear brake mounts
High direct mount front derailleur mounts directly on swingarm
Headset: IS ZS44/28.6 | EC49/40
BB height w/ 2.1″ tires: 325mm (12.8″)
Geometry measured with 520.8mm axle to crown fork
EGS Rockatreellity Race – Round 3 – Parnassos