The XTR equipped Mojo Carbon weighs in at a slim and trim 24.7 lbs in a large. That's an astonishing weight for an all-mountain bike with 5.5" of travel front and rear. That's 140mm of travel front and rear for those of you over there in Europe. Oh and 11.2 KG. Ibis doesn't use any "cheater" lightweight parts to keep the weight down, either. These bikes are built to ride, right out of the showroom.
Submitted by
thelastlow
a Cross Country Rider
from Austin TX Date Reviewed: November 3, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Blacks Canyon
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Purchased At:
The Hub Bicycle Serv
Strengths:
Lightweight (I have an XL and it comes in at 27 lbs. with pedals and the XT kit), Carbon, 5.5 inches of travel, the best bike I've ever ridden.
I'm good friends with the owner of the Hub and he suggested that I try the Mojo SL because he knew I was looking for a true all-mountain bike that I could ride on any trail without compromise. He nailed it. I've ridden my Mojo all over: Teton Pass WY, Fruita, Telluride, Austin TX and I've never wished for another bike. The Mojo is truly suited for any terrain, up or down, technical or buff, it doesn't matter. I was very skeptical at first, but now I'm a full on convert. I weigh about 190 and am a pretty aggressive rider, no problems so far.
Weaknesses:
Foam grips are hilarious, get lock-ons. The ProPedal on the RP23 is a joke, good thing you don't really need it. I have the discontinued Grey (kinda Sagey) color with the rubberized paint, knicks show up fairly easily (maybe that's why they discontinued the color?)
I am so much faster now so I wreck more, had to get better and tougher gloves.
Similar Products Used:
Trek 9.8, Scott Nitrous, Giant Trance, Giant Reign, Titus Racer X, Niner RIP
Bike Setup:
Stock except Sunline Lock-Ons (see weaknesses). I replaced the original bar with a Truvativ Noir because it was wider.
Bottom Line:
This bike feels like a weapon, it can do anything. I was a really good rider before, now I feel unstoppable. It's scary. If you've been riding enough to know what a great bike feels like and have been looking for a one bike quiver this is the bike for you.
(oh, and the Mojo with SLX can be had for $3k, that is a steal)
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Submitted by
icyi65
a Weekend Warrior
from Israel Date Reviewed: October 23, 2009
Favorite Trail:
any single track
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Price Paid:
$4500.00
Purchased At:
IBIS distributer
Strengths:
outstanding bike. very good power distribution into forward movement and almost non is wasted. Agile, quick handling, beautiful.
Weaknesses:
me
Bike Setup:
XT set up, Nuclear Pesto
Bottom Line:
The first thing you notice when riding this bike is that almost all the pedling power is driven into the forward motion, this is especially noticable when going uphill.
The bike is light and very manuverable and on technical trails is very easy to handle going down or up.
i weight 170 pounds, ride every week mostly single tracks both technical and physical + some racing and there has never been any issues with the material of the bike. the only problem i face is that i am not willing to push it to its limits.
we ride with a 16 year old and last week i broke him on an uphile clime which should say something about the bike (and me). last attribute is the beautiful color and shape, its eye catching and unique.
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Submitted by
Matho
a Cross Country Rider
from Sydney, Australia Date Reviewed: October 20, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Terrey Hills
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Strengths:
This is a long term review. Had the bike for 2.5yrs now. Have ridden it in many 100km comps, 24hr races, downhilled it, done everything on it. It's a keeper. I'm 170lbs, 5'7" and the med is perfect.
Got a Lopes link to stop the small rear flex but still happens - maybe it's a combo of XTR wheels and rear frame - either way it's not a problem for me. Goes up steeps well even with 130mm Rev fork, just lean forward a bit more. Steering is invisible - point, shoot. As it should be. Bulletproof even at 80kph downhill on the dirt. Predictable, no head shake. Light (11kg - 24lb ready to ride).
Weaknesses:
Small rear flex - not a problem. Chain ripped off 2 of the stainless frame guards. Spaced out the right hand crank 2mm. No more problems. Looks used quickly but comes up pretty good after a decent wash. Finish is resilient. Hard to tie batteries on due to frame shape. One bottle cage is fine for me (it's pretty low but I'm used to it now).
Similar Products Used:
Turner Flux, Titus LocoMoto and Motolite. Motolite is as good just heavier. Flux is awesome, same weight, just less travel, not as good downhill.
Bike Setup:
Mojo SL w carbon DTSwiss shock, XTR wheels, small block 8s w Stans, XTR shifters, rear + front der, Fizik XM seat (utterly awesome - 200+km last weekend and NO butt probs), Candy triple Ti, Ergon grips, Marta brakes, Easton Carbon bars and seatpost.
Bottom Line:
Wanted more travel at same weight so gave Turner Flux to my daughter. Mojo SL climbs 'almost' as well, goes down better, less bob, rips single track at speed. Does it all. There's prob bikes as good as the Mojo now, but no way I'll upgrade coz there's nothing significantly better IMO. VV happy.
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Submitted by
p_mac
a Cross Country Rider
from Calgary, Alberta Date Reviewed: September 24, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Moose
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$5500.00
Purchased At:
Bike Cafe, Canmore
Strengths:
A 5.5 inch trail bike that is this light (my Mojo XL with WTF kit came in at 25lbs) is hard to believe. I knocked off 5mins on my favourite hour long loop and found myself in one rear chainring smaller on all my climbs. Confidence inspiring, this thing can plow over or up just about anything your legs have the power to push up. I find myself taking the 'rough' line on the downhills just to take advantage of the suspension design. Great looking, anything that wants to make me ride it more is good in my book. Great culture & service.
Weaknesses:
Let's talk about the issues...
Frame Flex: It's there. I'm a 205lb bike rider and i notice it. Is it something that completely turns me off? no, I actually notice it more when I have excellent traction (like when on asphalt). I never get wheel rub. If you need a fully rigid ride this is not for you.
Headset creaking: upgrade to the cane Creeek 110, the S3 causes me nothing but issues.
Paint: It gets chips..repair it with the paint provided, move on.
Similar Products Used:
Blur LT (bought the Ibis before the LTc was available)
Bike Setup:
WTF kit. XTR all over and love it!!! My old Blur always had chainsuck, not an issue here. Magura SL brakes, almost too grippy and not enough reach adjustment. Stans wheels need to be trued regularly. AC hubs are great but the quick release loosens easily. Get the frameskin, worth every penny.
Bottom Line:
It's a spendy choice, but with still ranks with exellent value based on what is being offered in the same category.
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Submitted by
MultiRider
a Racer
from Colorado Date Reviewed: August 9, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Rocks
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$4000.00
Purchased At:
Adventure Cycles in
Strengths:
DW-Link reduces squat under power without making the suspension harsh
1 pound lighter frame than most bikes with comparable travel
Sharp handling due to head angle and short-ish wheelbase
Weaknesses:
Flex in the rear triangle
Chainsuck because the rings are too close to the chainstay
Cockpit is on the small side for a size Large but the jump to XL is really big
The rubberized paint on the nude carbon SL is not as durable as claimed; there are a disappointing number of nicks and pits from regular riding (no crashing). If you buy one with the rubberized paint, get clear protection film for it right away! At the very least, put clear packing tape under the downtube. But more on the other surfaces as soon after purchase as possible. Or get real paint, not the rubberized stuff.
Not enough clearance for the rear tire -- mud and rocks and twigs and whatever else collect in there due to lack of clearance.
Ibis wants a ridiculous amount for upgrades ($450 to upgrade to XTR crankset, $400 to upgrade Elixer brakes to Marta SL)
Similar Products Used:
Owned a Yeti 575 for 5 years; demo'ed Pivot Mach 5 and new Yeti 575
Bike Setup:
Mojo SL with Revelation fork and SRAM x.9 kit
Bottom Line:
When reading reviews like those on mtbr.com, it is important to recognize that people who just plunked down $4-5k on a bicycle really love to ride and really want to love their new bike. So that's just a word of caution when reading the exuberant posts on the Ibis (and some other bikes).
But the fact is that the Mojo (SL) is a great bike. It is lighter than bikes in the same category by enough (approx 1 pound) to actually feel it. It has little or no pedal bob, does not squat under power (which I didn't realize my Yeti 575 did until I rode the Mojo), yet the suspension is active and cushy. Without wallowing around. That is an extremely difficult feat. The anti-squat is really cool on climbs, particularly steep and/or technical climbs!
Which reminds me that my bike has a lot of problems with chainsuck even with a well-maintained drivetrain -- the chain goes up between the big ring and the chainstay. Ibis even puts a cheesy little piece of metal there to protect the chainstay. I plan to attach some zip ties to knock the chain back off before it gets stuck. A friend showed me that on his bike and says it takes very little to knock the chain back off. I hope zip ties work because chainsuck really ruins a climb.
I was concerned about the steeper head angle and shorter wheelbase than my Yeti 575 because I thought it would cause me to go slower downhill. Not the case -- I go faster because of the sharper handling and being able to put the bike where I want it. The handling is outstanding! I have to get back sooner and farther in rocky terrain compared to the Yeti, but that's no big deal. It was just painful to learn due to a couple endo's. Once learned, no problem.
The major drawback is the flexible back end. Mine has the Lopes Link, so that's not the solution. Please note that I'm not a downhiller. I am very definitely more of a climber -- I love conquering rocky, technical climbs. Among those I ride with, I'm one of the slowest on the downhills. Nonetheless, when I "pump" a corner even slightly, the rear tire rubs the chainstay. When I descend a rocky or technical section, the rear tire rubs first one and then the other chainstay. I'm 175 pounds and running a 2.3 Nevegal. Lighter riders, non-aggressive riders, and those running a smaller tire might not have the tire rub. But mine does it and it really bothers me. I will probably start running a 2.1 rear tire to see if that eliminates the rub. But, of course, it won't eliminate the flex, just the sound and the potential damage to the chainstay. Hopefully there is an Uber Lopes Link in the works because in its current configuration, the Ibis Mojo rear triangle flexes considerably.
And the Revelation fork flexes. I love the fork action, but not the flex. I posted a review in the fork category.
I don't regret the purchase, I just wish I had known about the flexible rear triangle before buying. I read the reviews that were available when I was shopping and few said anything about the flex. If you weigh more than 170 pounds or are aggressive on the downhills, you may want to do an all-day demo in the Mojo before buying to see what your experience is. I'm hoping a 2.1 rear tire resolves the rub.
Final note -- after being on Shimano for my entire mtb career, I decided to give SRAM a try (USA company). Outstanding shifting! Crisp, light, reliable, works every time up or down regardless of conditions. Works dry, works in the rain, works in the mud.
One truly final last thought -- I hope I never crash it to see how durable carbon fiber is.
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Submitted by
stephenoraw
a Weekend Warrior
from Johannesburg, South Africa Date Reviewed: July 2, 2009
Favorite Trail:
One that ain't got cars on it
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$13000.00
Purchased At:
Mikes Bkes
Strengths:
Excellent handler - got back onto the Mojo after a brief and unsatisfying stint on a hardtail and the front end on the mojo is sublime - it tracks beautifully & is so predictable in any conditions. Back end is also good - hits on sharp edges suck as kerbs are felt a bit more than on my other soft-tail - but ride quality is still superb on just about any terrain. This is an all-day trail bike that can race AND handle the odd bit of rough & tumble - just stay away from those pointy rocks!
Weaknesses:
A bit of flex in the rear triangle - I have ordered a Lopes Link and will see if this fixes it. Having said that - I have also had problems with my rear hub working loose and may swap that out to see if that is the cause rather than the frame. I did trash my original rear triangle badly - but that was a rider error that saw me endo onto a very (very) pointy and sharp (and ill-placed) rock. Any Alu bike would have had the same damage. I also felt cramped on the medium frame (I'm just under 6 foot) but put in a layback seatpost and that fixed it - you just have to remember to adjust rear shock pressure because of the extra leverage over the back wheel. The carbon scuffs and scratches relatively easily - I've used the BBB adhesive protector film everywhere I can and have used THE slide on bumpers on all the cables to avoid rubbing on the frame. If you want to nitpick - the cables cross awkwardly as they come off the handlebars onto the first cable guides on the top tube - try crossing them behind the steerer tube (i.e. on the rider side)
Similar Products Used:
A Mongoose Teocali - my wife's (rarely-used) bike that is a ridiculously good ride considering the frame cost me 1/5 of the Ibis - but still waaaay off the Ibis in ride quality
Bike Setup:
I blinged it up recently - I hated, hated the Fox Float 32 RL I had on this bike - I replaced it with a DT Swiss EXC 150mm - gotta feed that Carbon fetish (and not be entirely truthful wife the wife as to the cost!) Much happier now. Drivetrain is XTR, Hayes Stroker Brakes, Mavic 819 rims with Chris King hubs (disappointing). Intense System 4 tyres are sublime - when they stay in one piece - terrible build quality on a tyre that I would happily otherwise never change! Ritchey carbon handlebar & Thomson seatpost & stem
Bottom Line:
An absolutely fantastic bike - 18 months old and it still is beautiful to look at - and then you ride it and it's even better! Don't hesitate to buy it - I have ridden friends bikes that cost as much and come from established high-end stables and they felt wooden & stolid in comparison to the Ibis.
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Submitted by
sharpshooter
a Racer
from Fort Collins, CO Date Reviewed: June 22, 2009
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Strengths:
The bike climbs and descends incredibly well. Frame is rather stiff and looks like a piece of art! Plus Ibis is a pretty rad company, they definitely stand behind their products.
Similar Products Used:
Giant Reign, Maverick ML8
Bike Setup:
Pike, King hubs to 819 wheels, xt/x9 drivetrain, diety bars, juicy seven's
Bottom Line:
If you want a bad ass bike for a good value then this is the bike.
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Submitted by
grandegrande
a Cross Country Rider
from LA, CA Date Reviewed: June 3, 2009
Paint is vulnerable to scratches and rock chips, really does make you want to "ride more work less"
Similar Products Used:
Blur LT
Bike Setup:
Monkeylite HiRise bar, Rocket V SLT saddle, otherwise stock XT build
Bottom Line:
This bike is a blast to ride. The bike pedals efficiently whether you have propedal on or off. Virtually no bob at all. On the way down the bike soaks up bumps like a 6" plus bike. The DW Link design is superior to other suspension designs of the past. "Those who ride know" might want to check into a new design. I am much more comfortable riding this bike. Although most of the riding depends on the rider, the Mojo inspires confidence to push harder and has therefore made me a better rider. Not sure about all of the complaint about "flex" in the rear. I have the Lopes Link installed and don't feel this. I also only weigh 175 lbs, so this might not be enough weight to cause any major flex. The bike also brakes extremely well. I still have much improving to do in my riding, but I am glad that I will be doing it on a Mojo. If you can shell out the money this bike is well worth it.
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Submitted by
kbk
a Cross Country Rider
from Boulder, CO Date Reviewed: May 28, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Picture Rock
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$1800.00
Purchased At:
Full Cycle, Boulder,
Strengths:
Amazing handling for a big bike, really strong frame, smooth full use of travel and great company (support). The bike has a great geometry for someone who wants to ride BIG crosscountry/all mountain trails with confidence. Carbon fiber is SUPER STRONG, light and really stiff.
Weaknesses:
Low bottom bracket takes a while to get used to. Spend a lot of time answering questions on trails about what the bike is, whether carbon is strong, etc etc. Integrated headset is fine now, but have concerns.
Similar Products Used:
Santa Cruz Blur LT, Yeti 5.75, Pivot, Stumpjumper.
Bike Setup:
I built this bike from parts: King hubs, Stans wheels, Easton Carbon bar, Joplin, XT/XTR stuff, Fox Talas 32, etc etc
Bottom Line:
I waited a year to post on this bike so that I could get a real impression. I recently went to a demo day where I got to try the latest and greatest 5-6 inch travel bikes and I have to say, for me, there is nothing finer than my Mojo. There are a lot of different kinds of bikes and likewise riders, so I cannot say it's going to be the best for you too, but man it's a sweet ride! The frame is really strong and light. After a year of riding in Boulder (with lots and lots of 4 inch by 4 inch sharp pointy rocks flying up and hitting my frame), there are no real scratches or dings. None. I have wrecked pretty bad and the frame has never had any problems. Stuff that carbon haters! The lower bottom bracket has it's downside (you do need to pick your route to avoid bashing pedals or chainrings on big rocks), but the upside is completely worth it! By having a lower center of gravity, my Mojo turns like a small cross country bike. My weight is lower so it hugs turns better. I have the rp23 shock and the switch on that thing fits the Mojo just right. With propedal off, there is just a bit of bob in the bike when you are really working it - particularly on flats. But, with it on, you are totally firm! The travel on the bike is so smooth all the way through the range that the first few times I rode it I thought that I needed to add air to make it rougher or change the rebound settings. But nope, they are just right. It's rare for me to use the full 140mm of rear travel, but when I do, it's because I went really really BIG.
I built this bike from parts, so I can't speak to the standard builds, but I can tell you that it has performed way above my expectations. I have beaten the crap out of it several times in Moab on gnarly trails, ridden the rocks daily here in Boulder and flown over smooth singletrack up in the mountains. Everything has been perfect. No bearing noise at all after a year! That's something on a full suspension bike. Considering that most companies sell comparable aluminum framed bikes for much more, this bike is a great deal for the discerning rider. Only problem is that people WILL ask you about your bike all the time.
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Submitted by
michaeld
a Cross Country Rider
from michaeldemey@aol.com Date Reviewed: May 18, 2009
slx build with xt wheels, fox talus 140mm with 15mm thru axle
Bottom Line:
i dont know why no ones compared the mach 5 and the ibis yet. they're so similar. i demo'd all those bikes (listed above) and chose ibis simply because i had the most "bike lust" for the ibis after its demo. originally i was going to do a high end FS 29er build. i was thinking the ellsworth evolve or pivot 429. but just for the hell of it, the guys down in trail head cafe in phoenix AZ said try out the mach 5 while we get the 29ers in and everything changed. i wanted a bike that would handle everything. ive only got room in my apt for one mt bike and one road, so its kindof important. the mach 5 did it. it carved the corners perfectly, it handled the climbs better than anything else i'd ridden. it accelerated so easily, the front end felt light. the downhill just felt better with 140mm than 100mm with a 29 wheel. everything was just better. but then i rode the ibis. same head tube angle, same top tube length (more or less) same rear triangle, same travel range. but the key difference that made me go ibis over pivot was the handling. ibis is simply twitchier. its BB is 0.6in lower, and its chain stay is .1in shorter. yes you can feel this difference. total bike weight will be comprable, but when youre actually out there trying to talk to this thing, the ibis listens better than the pivot. just by a little bit. course now that im comfortable on this thing, and im bashing the crap out of it, im seeing the flex in the rear everyone talks about. im very curious how pivot feels jack hammering on rocks while leaning into a carve.
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Submitted by
R0man3
a Cross Country Rider
from Miami, FL, USA Date Reviewed: April 30, 2009
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$4000.00
Purchased At:
WrenchScience.com
Strengths:
Where do i begin, i bought the bike several months ago as a Birthday present for myself. I go it with the XT setup, Fox RLC fork, MonkeyLite handlebars, WTB wheelset. Since i got it, i purchased the protective film and upgraded the front rotor to 203mm. The bike speaks for itself, light, great climber, improved my riding a whole lot.
Weaknesses:
None!!!!
Bike Setup:
Full XT package, MonkeyLite Handlebars, WTB wheelset, Easton seatpost.
Bottom Line:
I would recommend it to anyone in a heartbeat!!!
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Submitted by
akuaku
a Weekend Warrior
from brisbane australia Date Reviewed: April 23, 2009
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$6500.00
Purchased At:
chain gear
Strengths:
plush ride !!! point and shoot this thing smooths out some pretty rough stuff and need i say it the weight 11.3kg
xt gearset elixir crs come with hayes stroker trail and dont rate them ,rp23 and the float 32 on the front, mavik rims
Bottom Line:
if you got the money get it you wont look back !!!!!!!!!i ride 3 to 4 times a week it climbs like a goat and decends fast sheads the corners and is increasing my ability every time out!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Submitted by
dvklco@msn.com
a Weekend Warrior
from Broomfield, Colorado Date Reviewed: April 11, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Walker Ranch, Boulder Colorado
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$4500.00
Purchased At:
built it up
Strengths:
Plush 5.5 inches, light and fast
Weaknesses:
Rear seems somewhat flexy, but not too sure if it isn't my rear wheel too
Similar Products Used:
specialized enduro SL and stumpy expert
Bike Setup:
The WTF build with Rock Shox Relevation and Mavic Crossmax SLR front and Stans custom rear wheel. XTR drivetrain. Fox RP23 rear shock. Frame size large
Bottom Line:
I love the bike but the WTF build from the Ibis website on a large with the above components came in at a disappointing 26 lbs. I can notice a great difference from my 31 lb Specialized Enduro SL in acceleration but the Specialize wins in overall downhill and aggressive trail handling. I might consider trading it for a Specialized Enduro SL Carbon...I believe they weight about the same but the double crown front fork adds great downhill stability. Overall I am please but the rear end flex (even with Lopes link) is uncomfortably flexy at times. Lightest bike I have ridden so I am not sure if this is the way all lightweight carbon bikes ride. I do the way carbon absorbs the trail though...
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Submitted by
Scott
a Weekend Warrior
from San Jose,CA. USA Date Reviewed: April 5, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Santa Cruz Mountains
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$2299.00
Purchased At:
CBO
Strengths:
My Mojo SL is Awesome! It's light and soaks up the rough stuff way better than my Santa Cruz Heckler.
Weaknesses:
None that I can find! Although the carbon seems delicate.
Similar Products Used:
This is my 2nd carbon bike. The first was a Cannondale Raven.
Bike Setup:
Full XT, Mavic crossmax SL, easton carbon bar,bontrager carbon seatpost, Magura Louise BAT brakes, Fox float RLC & Lopes link!
Bottom Line:
I demoed this bike before i decided to buy one, so i felt sure it was right for me. The carbon technology has improved since my Cannondale Raven and that was a good bike. If you buy an IBIS Mojo just make sure you buy it new from a dealer! The warranty is not transferable!
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Submitted by
melvynmelvyn
a Cross Country Rider
from amarillo TX Date Reviewed: March 16, 2009
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Weaknesses:
No more excuses
Bottom Line:
I've posted a review some time ago. I'm big and ride hard and the frame is going strong. Any and all problems have been handled by Ibis as if I worked for a bike mag. I mean really over the top service. This means you Aaron. Thanks
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Submitted by
pottsybikes
a Cross Country Rider
from Woodstock, GA USA Date Reviewed: February 28, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Buffalo Creek
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$7100.00
Purchased At:
Outspokin
Strengths:
Great handling, good looks, durability
Weaknesses:
None
Similar Products Used:
Ellswowth, Santa Cruz, Kestrel,
Bike Setup:
Mavic, XTR, Thompson, Fox, Answer, Kenda, WTB
Bottom Line:
I cannot believe someone would give this bike a bad review. I have been riding mountain bikes for nineteen years and this is my favorite bike. Over the years, I have ridden many high end bikes and all have great attributes. I am 6’3 and 210 pounds and don’t feel any flex or worry about durability on the Ibis. I still own a 1998 Kestrel CSX hartail (carbon frame) and have never experienced any issues with a carbon frames breaking. I have broke a Santa Cruz and Ellsworth? If you are complaining about this bike, then you will probably not be happy with any frame. Good luck on your search, quite whining and ride!
David
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Submitted by
Bob Levief
a Cross Country Rider
from Golden, CO Date Reviewed: February 24, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Apex
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$5600.00
Purchased At:
Online
Strengths:
Looks Good. Rides good on some terrain. Made in USA I think.
Weaknesses:
Horizontal Flex. Poor Durability of rear triangle and pivots.
Similar Products Used:
Maverick, Ellsworth, Santa Cruz, Seven Duo, Pivot, Titus, Turner,...... I like bikes.
Bike Setup:
Sram XO, Mavic, Magura fork, Hope Brakes,......
Bottom Line:
This promised to be a really good design. I was really into the DW link from the Pivot and Turner, but wanted to have a lighter bike. Well, the rear end flex is awful. I actually have gotten off my bike mid ride thinking something was broken a few times. This flex makes it a poor climber and descender. I think this bike must be designed for really small riders, or fashion victims.
Sorry for the bad review, but this is more painful for me. I am the one that has to listen to my wife say "Why did you spend that much on that thing....?"
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Submitted by
u238marshall
a Cross Country Rider
from Moab, Utah Date Reviewed: February 1, 2009
When forced to criticize this bike I'm drawing a blank. It comes down to personal preferences because everything Ibis has tried to do with this bike they have accomplished. It is a consumate XC/All Mountain machine. If your tastes move toward the Freeride arena you may be yearning to have this great rear end paired with a little slacker head angle and longer wheelbase for when the ground disappears from under your wheels.
Similar Products Used:
Turner 5 Spot, Turner RFX, Scott Genius, Scott Ransom, Titus Motolite, Yeti 575, Diamondback Sortie and Mission, GT Sanction and Force.
Bike Setup:
Standard Mojo size L with complete XT kit, Ibis forged stem and Easton carbon bar and seatpost.
Bottom Line:
Disclaimer: I own a bike shop and demo and sell Ibis Mojo's along with bikes from seven other brands. From the start this bike put a smile on my face. While climbing the Mojo begs you to stand up and push the pedals with all your might. The J shaped axle path means that square edged bumps are eaten up with very little loss if momentum. It is even better when you ride with another rider on a Mojo so you can see it in action. You can literally watch the suspension responding to the trail bumps while it stays solid under pedaling efforts. The front wheel tracks easily and predictably through the worst rubble or around steep switchback. Geometry is right on for technical climbing. Turn the bike around, point it down, and you'll quickly forget the nosebleed you gave yourself from the heroic climbing effort the bike just inspired. Nimble is the word! All you have to do is just think where you want to go and the bike practically reads your mind. Just flick the bike and you are on line. This rider prefers a short-ish stem to keep things from happening too fast. Don't have to worry much about choosing the best line because the suspension does it's job admirably. Ibis' take on the DW Link is spot on.
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Submitted by
comac90
a Racer
from Asheville, NC Date Reviewed: January 29, 2009
Favorite Trail:
big climbs w/ long DHs
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$3600.00
Strengths:
Light, good design, great vibration damping
Weaknesses:
Some possible mild flex felt in the rear on descents. Paint will 'stain' if not cleaned regularly.
Similar Products Used:
nothing ... closest would be S-Works Carbon Epic
Bike Setup:
SRAM X.O; XTR cranks; Magura Thor; Ritchey Carbon bar, stem, post
Bottom Line:
Best all-rounder I've ridden 18 years of riding/racing; a light, actually race-able, 5.5" travel bike. Good climber, good descender. Stout. Being a Marathon XC racer, I didn't realize what I was missing on the downhills until I went to 5.5" of travel (and 20mm thru-axle). ... and at a race weight of less than 22 lbs.
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Submitted by
JFG
a Cross Country Rider
from Socal Date Reviewed: January 25, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Dirt
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$5.00
Strengths:
The product high light is the weight for a plus five in. travel bike. The DW Link is solid which does not induce pedal bob that much. The design is rock solid.
Weaknesses:
Flex in the rear - I even have the new upgraded Lopes Link - The Lopes link
it has issues with damaging frames if rear shock is not set to your proper weight, which results in scraping the down tube. If you ride a prefered 2.35 in tire there are possiblities that tire rub will occur. The SL rubber coating needs about the same attention as the standard Mojo - get tired of putting racers tape all over for protection
Similar Products Used:
Turner 5-spot
Bike Setup:
Mojo SL - Grey with complete Shimano Groupo with XT brakes - the rest is XTR with new 15mm XTR hub - 150mm Fox Talas - Mavic 819 rims
Bottom Line:
This bike is a solid contender if you ride more cross country and stay on trails that are buff - then more gnarly tech sections. The bike will handle of mix bag of pretty much anything you throw at it at a price. If you are tooling around in the mountains or all day adventures it will make you happy. Certain trails in my region, do not cover the bases - a Intense Tracer 09 or the New Nomad could improve downhill performance with a more slacked head angle. I like a bike that I do not have to think about tire rub or brake rub if I throw it into a quick corner - the Ibis mojo has these issues. The balance between light weight and plush travel is probably the best on the market. I know Mr. Lopes is doing all kinds of sick jumps, and pushing the limits of the Mojo - but remember that he has approx. 12 plus Mojo machines in his bag. Carbon has a short shelf life on constant pounding over other materials - The Lopes Link is one of the short comings of the design - If the bike was perfect - the links would not sell out in less than 5 minutes
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Submitted by
CactusJackSlade
a Racer
from Folsom, CA, USA Date Reviewed: December 15, 2008
Favorite Trail:
AnytrailAnywhere
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$4500.00
Purchased At:
LBS
Strengths:
Light, stiff (new Lopes Link installed), climbs, decends... it just plain works!
Weaknesses:
Get out your wallet (for the SL)... but worth it.
Similar Products Used:
Ventana Fuego, Santa Cruz Blur XC, Ventana Marble Peak.
Bike Setup:
Mojo SL in the nude/mat carbon, WTF kit, except I went with the XTR brakes (glad I did). I reduced the travel on my Fox RLC to 130mm (the bike was designed around that length) and installed a terralogic cartridge.
Bottom Line:
The bottom line? It just plain works. Small bumps big bumps, climbs, descends. My Blur was great, but this is awesome, 15% more fun factor! With the terralogic cartridge in it I have a 5+" travel CROSS COUNTRY RACER and ALL MOUNTAIN fun bike all in one... with pedals mine built up at 22.9lbs on the digital shop scale (race ready) and 23.8lbs all mountain ready. Way fun stuff!
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Submitted by
dan51
a Weekend Warrior
from San Jose, CA Date Reviewed: December 7, 2008
Every time I ride my bike I am continually impressed with how awesome it is. The new bike lust has not worn off, like most other new bikes do in three months. I doubt it will ever wear off.
The suspension is amazing. It feels silky smooth, but remains firm yet compliant when pedaling.
It's the sexiest bike ever made, and it rides as good as it looks.
The Mojo will not disappoint.
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Submitted by
TeacherBiker
a Cross Country Rider
from Littleton,CO USA Date Reviewed: December 6, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Diet Indian Creek with Lime
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$3300.00
Purchased At:
Over The Edge Spors
Strengths:
Rigidity, aesthetics,geometry
Weaknesses:
Clearcoat durability
Similar Products Used:
Turner 5-spot, specialized stumpjumper
Bike Setup:
Out of the box:Kenda Nevegal 2.1s, Hayes Strokers, Fox 140RLC, sweet sweet fiz'ik saddle.
Bottom Line:
I researched for two years: shops (more than 20), their owners and mechanics; the web; riders on the trail; magazines. I went through an evolution of suitors, including 29ers. I had high standards and high expectations. Both were exceeded. No buyer's remorse.Riding on this puppy is a dream. I LOVE this bike. Like my wife, this bike made me a better man.
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Submitted by
tsemde
a Weekend Warrior
from Houston, Texas Date Reviewed: November 30, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Whistler
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$5500.00
Purchased At:
Internet
Strengths:
Travel to Weight ratio
Incredible color options, I have a Nuclear Pesto Mojo (the color just pops!)
Awesome build kits from Ibis
DW Link suspension keeps the rear-end glued to the dirt
While the Ibis Mojo isn't the cheapest bike you can buy, it may simply be the best bike you can buy! Pound for pound this bike out performs any other bike in the "All Mountain" class. I had decided that I was going to only own one mountain bike and after carefull consideration I choose the Ibis Mojo and I couldn't be happier.
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Submitted by
DrHog
a Cross Country Rider
from Scottsdale, AZ Date Reviewed: November 29, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Liking the McDowells lately
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$4750.00
Purchased At:
Bicycle Showcase, Sc
Strengths:
Big travel for reasonable weight
DW link works great
Handles great at all speeds
Nice parts spec
Looks sweet
Weaknesses:
Poor position for water bottle
Cost requires major commitment
140 mm fork a bit much for steep climbs
Similar Products Used:
Demoed Yeti 575 and Specialized Stumpy Pro
Last bike was Fisher Sugar
Bike Setup:
Factory XT setup, except I upgraded wheels to Stans ZTR355/American Classic wheelset for lower rotational weight
Bottom Line:
I'll continue the raves for this great bike. It was a gut check to plunk down almost 5 large, but when it came down to trying to get a long travel bike that still tipped the scales in the mid-20s, it wasn't going to be cheap no matter what bike I picked. 6 months later, I feel like I got the best bike on the market right now and it was money well spent.
The parts spec I want to bring up for discussion is the Float 32 RLC. This is a fantanstic shock most of the time. With 140 mm travel, I'm never wanting for more. There are times, however, when I'm needing less. The problem comes on steep climbs when all of that fork travel starts to work against you by pitching you back and making it difficult to stay balanced over the wheels. I don't imagine this is a problem just for Ibis--as 5" of front travel has become a "necessity," builders are putting them out there with regularity. In retrospect, I should have spent another couple hundred and got the Talus for the adjustability, but I was also worried that such a complex fork would have durability issues. For me, I think I'd be happier with a 120 mm travel Float, but it looks like that fork has been dropped from the line.
This bike is best suited for an all mountain rider (as in someone who earns their downhills) who can part with the high price of admission. If you are sold on the frame, play with the spec to fit your budget. Even the cheapest version is a great bike. As a race bike, the Mojo has its place--probably best for ultra endurance events or races where the downhills are punishing.
I would avoid this bike if you are exceptionally hard on equipment and/or if your jumps could be measured in "stories." This frame is just too nice to trash like that. Don't get me wrong, I don't have any carbon trust issues, I'm just reinforcing the bike's intended use.
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Submitted by
albertclew
a Weekend Warrior
from Winchester, MA, USA Date Reviewed: November 16, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Harold Parker
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$7000.00
Purchased At:
Ace Wheelworks, Some
Strengths:
This is a superb all mountain ride for bumpy, rocky, rooty terrain. The geometry designed by Ibis is very stable on fireroads while being extremely responsive and intuitive on singletrack.
My Ellsworth Truth rode better the faster you went. You needed some speed in order to get to the "sweet spot" of the bike's performance.
The Ibis Mojo is not like that. It rides in a beautifully controlled fashion at slow, medium, and warp speeds. It is very predictable, and the rear suspension is very well behaved and composed in all situations, including sudden compressions, landings, stutter bumps, stairs, log pulls, and steep rock ascents and descents.
Although it's subjective, this is a beautiful bike to behold in person. I have the SL in the gray, and in 18 years of buying road and mountain bikes and seeing my friends' road and mountain bikes, this is the only bike my wife describes as gorgeous.
Weaknesses:
Relights the love for mountain biking to the exclusion of other important life activities
Similar Products Used:
Ellsworth Truth, Fisher Sugar
Bike Setup:
Ibis Mojo SL WTF modified for New England duty
Drivetrain: 1x9 setup w/XTR FC-M970 170MM 32 ring, Shimano XTR RD-M972 SGS SHADOW w/carbon cage, XTR CS-M970 9-SPEED, CrankBros 4xTi pedals, CN-HG93 chain, XTR BB (temporary - to be replaced with Chris King)
Stopping: 2008 Magura Marta SL 180mm/160mm F/R
Rolling: Hope II Pro Hubs with Stan's ZTR Arch rims, Stan's tubeless, and WTB MotorRaptor Race 2.25" F/R
Boing: 2009 Fox RP23 with low compression and 2008 Manitou Minute MRD Absolute 20mm/TA
Finishing: Titec Hellbent AL bars (temporary - to be replaced with Easton Monkeylite XC), Easton EC90 post, Selle San Marco Caymano C, Cane Creek IS2 headset, Ibis 100mm forged stem
Total weight: 23.25 pounds (<23 when
Bottom Line:
The DW-Link rear suspension design combined with the strong and lightweight carbon fiber construction of the Ibis make it an unbeatable combination.
The rear suspension is supple, compliant, efficient and quietly goes about it's business without any drama or fuss. Well, there is a bit of noisiness from the chain slapping the stays, but that's a minor annoyance.
Although I ended up spending alot of money on this particular build, Ibis has some great value builds that should make this a clear winner over the changing-yearly-designs from Specialized, Trek, and Cannondale. The fact that Ibis has stuck with the same design for two full seasons and is not planning changing the design of the 2009 bikes speaks volumes to the fact that they have this bike dialed in.
Go ride everything else first, and then swing your leg over a Mojo. You won't be disappointed.
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Submitted by
bayareaflip
a Weekend Warrior
from San Jose, Ca USA Date Reviewed: November 1, 2008
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$4000.00
Purchased At:
Trail Heads Cyclery
Strengths:
Light, Nimble, Awsome "all rounder"....Everything you could ever want in a mountain bike!
Weaknesses:
Alway's in your head that the carbon fiber frame would not hold up....too fragile and too pretty to be tossin around.
Similar Products Used:
C-dale f600
Bike Setup:
XT group....easton ec90 seatpost, easton monkey lite bar, ODI rogue grips, hope skewers,mavic crossride, magura marta sl brakes.
Bottom Line:
This bike handles great, awsome performer, both ascend and descend! The best money can buy.
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Submitted by
mfiles
a Cross Country Rider
from Ramona CA Date Reviewed: October 28, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Various, like variety
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$4200.00
Purchased At:
Cal Coast San Diego
Strengths:
Suspension, geometry and appearance work well together. Rear wheel hugs the ground downhill, climbs well and has that unique Ibis look that turns heads. Feels more stable downhill than the Santa Cruz Blur LT I am about to sell. No creaking!!!!
Weaknesses:
Paint subject to damage with moderate contact - but comes with touch-up paint.
Similar Products Used:
2008 Santa Cruz Blur LT
1997 Stumpjumper
Bike Setup:
XT package, Fox RP23 shock, Fox 32 Talus R fork, WTB saddle, Easton bars, seat post, 110mm RaceFace stem and Easton Havoc wheels.
Bottom Line:
I ride an average of four times a week, 15-miles each. At 5'10" and 205 lbs w/gear I was concerned about whether the med. frame would fit well. So I demo'd this bike at Cal Coast in San Diego and was extremely pleased with the handling and ride. I made my purchase immediately. After a few adjustments I think I have the fit right. Ordered with the 32 Talus R fork so I could take advantage of lowering fork to 120mm on steep, sustained climbs. Changed the saddle and put on a 110mm stem. I may purchase a Lopes Link when they're available just for the extra margin of stability even though I have not felt any flex. I am convinced the carbon fiber frame will hold up. Ibis has a great warranty and replacement policy. I'm looking forward to riding this bike for quite some time.
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Submitted by
KevinCulla9
a Cross Country Rider
from Kingston,NH USA Date Reviewed: October 22, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Any now!!!!
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$5700.00
Purchased At:
Wheel Power
Strengths:
smooth and fast on the downhill, predictable and stable on the climbs, this bike tracks very well if you point it somewhere, its gonna go there
Weaknesses:
........I'd say price but at this point i love it so much that it really doesn't even matter!!!
Bike Setup:
Ibis Mojo Frame,Fox 09 Talas 36RC2 fork,Fox DHX air 5.0 shock, Sram x9 derailleurs, Sram X0 shifters,Chris king hubs, DTswiss 5.1d rims,jagwire cables, race face next handlebars, race face stem, race face dues x crank set, thomson elite seat post,....and a bunch of other stuff
Bottom Line:
If you are serious about this sport and you can afford to buy this bike, DO IT, Don't waste your time trying a bunch of bikes...just buy this one!! it does it all and it does it all well!!!!!
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Submitted by
andrewburrow
a Cross Country Rider
from Austin, TX, USA Date Reviewed: October 8, 2008
Favorite Trail:
City Park
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$3399.00
Purchased At:
Bicycle Sport Shop
Strengths:
Everything....Its an All-Mountain bike that acts like a XC racer.
Weaknesses:
I haven't found any yet!
Similar Products Used:
Ellsworth Epiphany and Niner Rip9
Bike Setup:
All XT drive, Hayer Stroker Hydro disc, Fox Float front and Fox RP23 rear.
Bottom Line:
If you're looking to get the most bang for your buck......this is the bike for you! Is does everything really well. It's light weight without giving you the sense that you're going to rip it apart. It seats itself really well on climbs....the rear wheel is glued to the ground. Descending is an absolute blast...very composed and plush. Single-track is where this bike really shines...point and shoot! It really accelerates well out of turns...really has that hardtailesk feel!
I recommend this bike to anyone looking to take their riding to the next level!
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Submitted by
Iwan Kemp
a Weekend Warrior
from Cape Town, South Africa Date Reviewed: September 28, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Tokai / Harkerville and Jonkers at night
Duration Product Used:
Tested or demo'ed only
Price Paid:
$1.00
Purchased At:
Cycle Factory Store
Strengths:
Light
Stiff
dw-lINK
Perfect allround geo
Weaknesses:
None
Similar Products Used:
Spec Stumpjumper
Titus Moto Lite
Titus El gUappo
Giant Trance X
Tomac Snyper
Yeti 575
SC Nomad
Bike Setup:
Demo Bike
Bottom Line:
Test rode LOTS of bikes in my quest for the ultimate MTB. None came close to what I wanted in a bike untill I rode the Ibis. I placed my order the same day for a Mojo SL and have been enjoying every second on it.
Before this I owned a Racer X. I use to kill my riding buddy trhough sgl track and fast tech trail. On downhill stuff, rock gardens, jumps and drops he killed me. But now with the Mojo I'm still way ahead after sgl track sections, but am pushing him on the bigger stuff. I love my bike.
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Submitted by
Rocketscience
a Weekend Warrior
from New Zealand Date Reviewed: September 17, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Split Enz
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Strengths:
This is a brilliant all-rounder. Suitable for xc and all mountain. Very well made, looks quite exotic, unlike most other bikes on the market. Though my wife begs to differ, I can't imagine wanting another bike.
Weaknesses:
Having a bit of trouble in smallest front chainring when suspension sags. Don't seem to be able to tune front derailleur to keep chain from rubbing in a couple of gears ratios, but could be just a tuning fix. Not a big issue as I hardly use the small chainring.
Similar Products Used:
SC Heckler, Titus Locomoto
Bike Setup:
Medium clear carbon frame. Mix of Shimano XT and SRAM X9. Hope Pro2 hubs on DT Swiss 4.2 disc rims. Fox DHXair Rr shock, Fox 36R front fork. Formula K24 with 180 rotors. Easton and Thomson bits.
Bottom Line:
The best bike I've owned! I sold all my other bikes just to have this. At first I thought it was too expensive, but the SC BlurLT2 costs more as a frame, which was my other choice. The Mojo was also lighter with the same amount of travel. My previous bike (Heckler) I considered a great bike, but I had no idea that the Mojo would be so much better. The rear suspension is so smooth and tracks the ground effortlessly - the back wheel feels glued to the ground.
I personally think this is a fantastic looking bike. You could stick Acera components on this and it would still look flash. The way the frame is designed with the sweeping curves, it looks very organic and sleek. Ibis have done a great job of pushing the envelope in bike design and are definately the trendsetters for how future bikes could look, not to mention creating a bike that performs as good as its appearance.
Don't know if the DHXair shock is any better over the RP23 but it seems to work well on the Mojo, although I had to get an internal bumper fitted to reduce shock compression by 5mm as the rear tyre was hitting the rear derailleur cable when suspension was fully compressed.
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Submitted by
customfab
a Weekend Warrior
from bend OR Date Reviewed: September 7, 2008
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Strengths:
smooth travel, on the rear anyway
responsive steering
weight and value
Weaknesses:
top tube to short for my gorilla ams anyway. fox fork hasn't lost that needs to be broke in feeling
Bike Setup:
full XT wheels and all. 09 RP23 witha 08 140mm float
Bottom Line:
this bike feels great going downhill but every where else i feel to cramped on it. i looked and deliberated on what size to buy for some time and made the wrong call. i just always feel to scrunched up on the large even with a 120 stem. the suspension travel feels great on the rear and the 100% XT bike seems to work perfectly without fail. i will definitely unload the bike at the end of the season and try to pick up an XL frame
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Submitted by
Shinji310
a Weekend Warrior
from Palo Alto, CA Date Reviewed: September 6, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Waterdog, Belmont, CA
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$4100.00
Purchased At:
Passion Trail Bikes,
Strengths:
Smooth ride, great climbing ability, downhill speed. Does it all.
Weaknesses:
More skilled than me.
Similar Products Used:
Santa Cruz Blur LT, Giant Trance X0, Specialized Stumpjumper FSR Pro
Bike Setup:
Full XT build, Easton carbon bars & seatpost, Fox Float RLC 140, Fox RP23, Cane Creek IS-2, Kenda Nevegal (front: 2.3, rear: 2.1), WTB Rocket V
Bottom Line:
It's been a great ride for me. Mostly I ride on trails. Though I am not an expert rider, the bike amazes me often. Especially the climbing is impressive. The bike sticks onto the ground as long as I just balance my weight. Also, the bike is helping me to be better rider, since it is very tolerant to my mistakes.
To utilize the full potential, I need to dial in the suspension settings. Since this is my first full suspension bike, it is not straight forward for me. Still I am sure it will come to me as I get used to.
So far I did not encounter any serious mechanical issue. One thing is my seatpost. It is a Easton carbon seatpost. If I do not adjust a seatpost binder, it can create some clicking noise. Carbon-to-carbon contact can be a bit tricky. Still Passion Trail mech helped me to just that. I do not hear the noise anymore. Still I might try a metal seatpost in the future.
At this point I can not imaging things get any better as for a trail bike with all mountain ability.
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Submitted by
crm62
a Cross Country Rider
from Spokane,Wa Date Reviewed: August 31, 2008
Favorite Trail:
The one I am on
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$3300.00
Strengths:
Strong climber and smooth downhill, handeling is intuitive
Weaknesses:
After riding the Mojo other bikes feel average
Similar Products Used:
Blur, Dawg, King, MKiii, Stumpjumper.
Bike Setup:
xt drivetrain, stoker trail brakes cross max st wheels Talas
Bottom Line:
The most versatile bike I have ever riden. Fast, plush, & efficient. 2200 miles later and still think it is the best bike out there.
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Submitted by
ryanarcher
a Cross Country Rider
from Washington state Date Reviewed: August 28, 2008
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Strengths:
incredible climber and super plush on the downhill. 99% of the perfect bike
Weaknesses:
Low bottom bracket=more pedal strikes
Similar Products Used:
Specialized S-works Carbon Epic
Bike Setup:
WTF
Bottom Line:
This bike is a dream. It practically floats uphill, and come to think of it, it practically floats downhill too. I used to get beat up on my Specialized epic. Now that i have the mojo, all i want to do is go mountain biking...all the time. I still can't believe that I have a 5.5" travel bike that weighs 22lb! I bought it because I realised that my "for fun" riding was 90% of my riding, and racing was only 10%. The mojo is twice as fun as my racing rig, but somehow, it's faster too.
not only that, but the company is amazing. When I had a potential warranty issue, I called Ibis directly. The president of the company answered the phone right off the bat. I told him the problem, and he asked me to email some digital pictures of it. I did, and he had a new frame in the mail to me (2nd day air) that day! Now that is real customer service!
I don't know the whole story, but I'd be willing to bet that the guy below who broke his rear triangle (by hitting a rock or tree?) got a smokin' deal on a replacement rear triangle. now that sounds fair to me.
this bike is the best all mountain bike out there, and not nearly as much as some of the competition.
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Submitted by
swany88
a Weekend Warrior
from Hunsville, Alabama Date Reviewed: August 23, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Arrowhead
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$1900.00
Strengths:
I would say this a great climbing mountain bike. It rides smoothly over rough terrain and seems to hold a line well through fast turns. It likes to be ridden fast. However, when it comes to bombing through the rough rocky stuff (rock gardens), it seems a bit flimsy and I could feel the rear triangle flex a bit. The Santa Cruz Blur is much more stable and confidence inspiring maintaining speed over rock gardens. However, while the Blur is inspiring over the rough terrain and crazy downhills at high speeds, its climbing ability is not on par with the Mojo.
Weaknesses:
Several major problems with the frame within the first year. First, the seatpost collar came loose within the first 2 months of riding. I called IBIS and they admitted they had a problem with the seat collars coming loose. They said I could either strip the bike down to the frame and send it back for repair, or I could make the simple repair myself. I elected making the repair myself since the idea of spending all that time tearing down I bike I had just put together did not sit well with me. The folks at IBIS told me to go out and buy some JB Weld and reglue the seat collar sleave back in. I did and it has held fine since.
Now for the worst part. After only 11 months of riding I found a crack in the rear triangle. I contacted IBIS and they asked me to remove and mail back the rear triangle for their inspection. Upon inspection they said the crack was not due to manufacturer defect and they would not warrenty it. Remember, this is only 11 months after purchase. I am only a 155 lb rider and I do not race and I do not do big drops. There was no obvious damage like from a crash or the like. In fact, they had to cut it apart and inspect the inside of the carbon tube. Then they emailed me back and carbon fibers didn't look right, so it must have been my fault. Needless to say, if riding a mountain bike is abuse, then what is the advertised 2 year warrenty worth? Well, as I found out nothing!!! I had to pay for a new rear triangle. While the bike is nice, there are other bikes out there that do as well or better at certain aspects of riding. In fact, when I find a bike that bombs through the rough stuff as well as the Blur and climbs as well as the Mojo, I plan on selling the Mojo.
Similar Products Used:
Trek STP, Specialized Stumpjumber, Santa Cruz Blur, Titus Switchblade
Bike Setup:
Fox Talas Fork and Fox RP23 shock. XTR Drivetrain. Mavic SLR wheels
Bottom Line:
I had an old Trek Carbon Soft Tail Pro carbon frame that I beat on for years that gave me flawless service. So, that gave me confidence in Carbon frames. After my experience with the IBIS Mojo and the company not standing behind their product, I am rethinking my opinion on carbon frames. I believe there are aluminum frames out there by other companies that are every bit as good as the IBIS. And I hear they stand behind their product. Would I buy an IBIS Mojo if I had to do it all over again. If the company had stood behind their product, I would have said yes. Now, I would have to say no.
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Submitted by
csrichards
a Cross Country Rider
from Tucson, AZ Date Reviewed: August 23, 2008
Favorite Trail:
50 year, Fantasy Island,
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$2000.00
Purchased At:
Bicycle Showcase
Strengths:
smooooooooth, fast and fabulous
Weaknesses:
no second waterbottle cage mount, I'd be crushed if it got stolen, and a few of my friends are annoyed that I appear to be faster than them now
Similar Products Used:
santa cruz superlight, lightspeed ti hardtail, steel hardtails.
This is my second review - I never bother to review anything, but I've enjoyed this bike so much that I have to share the love.
I've had this bike for more than a year now and it's still unbelievable. I've taken it all over the country and it's been bomber, trouble-free, and confidence inspiring.
I sold all my other bikes except a steel hardtail singlespeed, and it's got serious dust on it.
I had the shocks PUSH'd when they were ready for a rebuild, and the bike is EVEN BETTER.
I finally weighed it and with a coil front fork and sensible parts it's just over 25lb- about what my first rigid steel hardtail weighed ten years ago.
Anyone worried about carbon should know that I clatter and grind around in the sharp rocks of Arizona and the bike has held up just fine. It's really not an issue unless you drive into your garage with it on the roof of your car, and then you're screwed no matter what.
Customer service has been fantastic - got a question or problem? Scott Nichols himself will email you back within hours. Seriously, how cool is that?
If you love mountain biking and want a trail bike that regularly stirs your heart, squeezes your adrenal glad, and saves your ass, you owe it to yourself to put the mojo on your short list.
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Submitted by
danger gadget
a Weekend Warrior
from New Zealand Date Reviewed: August 17, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Sur La Grand Conche, France
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$1600.00
Purchased At:
stif.co.uk
Strengths:
It's a brilliant climber. Better than anything else I've ever ridden and it will keep climbing so long as you can still take in the oxygen to do so! Even on very rough terrain. Possibly to do with the very stuff rear end, as mine isn't super light being XL, Rohloff, tubed tyres and some bigger stronger parts (14.2 kg at the moment).
Downhill it's very smooth yet lively if you've got the shock settings right. It's a smaller cockpit that you can get right off the back of easily for the insanely steep stuff. I fine myself playing around more than ever before, popping jumps more easily, though on really fast fire roads it remains lively and not quite as secure as my previous rides. I've ridden chairlift runs with mates on 2 Kona Coilers and a Specialized Pitch and it sits fine with that lot but you won't be flying faster than them downhill, though you'll be having as much fun I think as the Mojo wants to play!! Uphill however, you will probably be faster than most!!
The rear suspension action is equally good on really rough stuff, climbing, and jumps (though I needed about 15% less air than recommended before it really came alive on the very rough stuff of the Portes du Soleil). It pedals beautifully even on a flat road without any pro/pedal. All this whilst suspending a speedhub as well. I haven't seen a better linkage.
It steers really nicely too, feeling a bit laid back yet still taking tight corners with ease, though play around with your stem length a bit to find the ideal.
I'm 194cm (6'4") and with the XL frame I find the cockpit a good compromise between seat up XC climbing ability and off-the-back downhill manoeverability. It seems like quite a short top tube but not too short.
It seems to work very well with the Rohloff Speedhub (tensioner required of course) - I've yet to try it without to know the difference.
It's also beautiful to look at!
Weaknesses:
The clear coat does chip quite easily with potentially more consquences than you would like, not that I've had any! Chainstay protectors and clear tape are a very good idea
The cable guides are almost useless if you're running a Rohloff or full cable runs - they need to be further in on the frame and more flexible in layout.
Fox 32 forks seem to be the status quo on this bike but they are too small for a big (95kg) guy on the XL frame out in the rough and it was a bit scary how much they fluttered, even in conditions where I felt safe enough to look down and see them flutter!
I had to play around with both the front and rear shock before it really rode well downhill (it was a bit harsh beforehand), but you'll want to stiffen things up again before hitting jumps on it.
Water got into the Cane Creek IS2 headset in the first week and started the bearings rusting. I rode in heavy rain but didn't exactly drown it in a river.
The serial numbers are on two stickers that don't look very permanent. I've since added Securimark and Datatags to mine.
Similar Products Used:
GT I-Drive 5, Giant NRS, Kona Stinky
Bike Setup:
-Fox Float 32 RLC Front Fork
-Easton stem & Monkeylite Carbon handlebars, Cane Creek IS2 headset
-Kore I-beam 400mm carbon seatpost (218g), Kore seat
-Rohloff Speedhub rear hub in Mavic 717 (soon to be 819)
-Shimano LX Crankset
-Formula B4 Pro+ Brakes
-Truvativ Boxguide (Hussefelt) chain guard for rough rides
Bottom Line:
This bike stands out for:
- Quietness, plushness, stiffness for weight
- Climbing ability - absolutely brilliant
- Rear suspension design - it's a great action that pedals with the best of them
Downhill it can hold it's own with some much more heavily built bikes, though it's not going to win races of course.
If you're a big guy riding rougher stuff (chairlift runs in France for example) and going for an XL frame, give serious thought to putting a larger fork on it (e.g. Fox 36 not 32).
As the bottom bottom line, it costs a lot of money, but can be a "one bike" capable of doing it all, quietly, smoothly and in style.
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Submitted by
NewbieTed
a Cross Country Rider
from Toronto, Ontario, Canada Date Reviewed: August 8, 2008
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$4500.00
Purchased At:
Straightline Bike &
Strengths:
Climbs like a goat and soaks up the bumps on the trail.
Weaknesses:
Too hard to find at Bike shops none in stock because there so good.
Similar Products Used:
Specialized Hard Rock Sport Disc
Bike Setup:
Fox Talas 32 RLC Fork
XT shifters
Magura Louise Brakes
Mavic ST rims
Kenda Nevegals
Thomson Masterpiece Seatpost
Easton Monkeylite XC Handlebars
XT Crankset
Time Atac Carbon Pedals
Ergon GX1 Grips
Bottom Line:
This bike is awesome it does EVERYTHING well and if it's good enough for Brian Lopez it's good enough for me. The first day I had it out it climbed this hill I ride all the time no problem. As long as you have the legs to pedal up the hill the Mojo will get you there. No worries with the carbon it is a solid performer and after some tuning with the bike it is dialed in! Great bike and a solid bang for your buck you get what you pay for here.
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FAT & STEAMY
a Cross Country Rider
from NORTH YORKSHIRE Date Reviewed: August 2, 2008
Favorite Trail:
DALBY FORREST
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$3700.00
Purchased At:
FRAME FROM STIF
Strengths:
LOOKS ABSOLUTLEY FAB!, HANDLES AMAZING, CLIMBS SUPERB, CONFIDENCE ENSPIRING RIDE, GOOD SUPPORT WITH IBIS.
Weaknesses:
NOTICED VERY SMALL AIR BUBBLES IN LAQUER FINISH ON THE DEMO BIKE.......JUST BEEN A BIT PICKY PERHAPS?
Similar Products Used:
YETI 575, SANTA CRUZ HECKLER
Bike Setup:
FRAME MED RAW CARBON
FOX RP23 2009
FOX FLOAT RLC 140 32MM 2009
FULL XTR
THOMPSON MASTERPIECE SEAT POST
THOMPSON 100MM 0 DEG X4 STEM
EASTON CARBON SL BARS
HOPE MINI PRO 160 F/R
HOPE PRO SP XC HOOPS (THE LATEST ONES)
SDG TI FLY-C SADDLE
SHWALBE RACING RALPHS 2.1
KNC 9X SL CHAIN
Bottom Line:
I DEMO'ED THIS BIKE ON 3X SEPERATE OCCASIONS AND COULDNT WAIT TO TAKE IT OUT ON EACH OCCASION. I ALSO DEMOED THE YETI 575, ALSO A GREAT BIKE BUT DIDNT FEEL RIGHT, EITHER TOO STRETCHED IN A MED OR TOO SHORT IN A SMALL, TRIED VARIOUS STEMS ETC BUT JUST COULD NOT GET IT RIGHT. I KNEW THE MOJO WAS RIGHT WITHIN 10 MINUTES, BUT HAD TO TRY AND JUSTIFY THE BUILD COST. I BUILT THE BIKE MYSELF SOURCING PARTS OFF THE WEB AND SAVED A FORTUNE. THE BIKE WEIGHS IN AT 24.4 LBS, AND IS OF A HIGH SPEC. IT BUILT AROUND A GOOD ALL ROUND FAST TRAIL SPEC. IVE ONLY RIDDEN IT A COUPLE OF TIMES SINCE THE BUILD FINISH TWO DAYS AGO. I WILL REPORT BACK IN A FEW MONTHS WHEN IVE DONE SOME RIDING IN THE LAKES AND MY LOCAL FAVORITE "DALBY FORREST". WHEN IVE GOT TIME I WILL FORWARD ON PICTURES FOR THE IBIS GALLERY IN A FEW WEEKS.
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Submitted by
turtleman
a Weekend Warrior
from Anaheim Date Reviewed: July 28, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Northshore Oahu
Duration Product Used:
Tested or demo'ed only
Purchased At:
Demo'd
Strengths:
All around very good bike.
Weaknesses:
The seat stay does flex, but not sure how significant this is as the chain stay does not move and looks rock solid.
Similar Products Used:
Turner 5point, Specialized Stumpy, Santa Cruz Blur, Giant Trence and Yukon, K2 Attack, Mongoose Fairlane, Kona,
Bottom Line:
I personally do not take reviews based on demo ride too seriously myself, but I did have this bike for 2 days, and rode it till I dropped.
Not really much to add to all the glowing prior reviews, but everything is relative.
I would say it seems to climb as well as Santa Cruz blur, except that it is more plush and smooth.
It certainly descends much better than Blur (blur is a crosscounty bike with only 3.75" travel afterall), and as well as Turner 5 point.
If I didn't already own a good mtn bike, I would definitely be line to get this bike. I just could not justify forking over $4000 for the relatively moderate improvement on my current ride. It is a very good bike, but still not a perfect bike. For now I will stick to my current ride, until it breaks down, then I will get in the line. But by then, given the progression, there probably will be lighter, better bike...
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mavric81
a Cross Country Rider
from Jackson, WY Date Reviewed: July 26, 2008
Duration Product Used:
Tested or demo'ed only
Price Paid:
$4000.00
Purchased At:
The Hub Bikes Teton
Strengths:
Hmm, what do i say first? This is the best climbing bike i have ever been on. i only demoed the bike for the afternoon, but i got to get a good feel for it on the two hours that i spent on it. it climbed things i would generally never to be able to maneuver around and the lightness of the bike really allows to turn it around obstacles while climbing, yet it still manages to feel extremely stable when descending. needless to say, it cruised uphill and flew downhill, i have never been on a bike quite like it. i used to skeptical about these uber high end bikes and the press that surrounds them, but the ibis mojo really lives up to all the hype. i find it hard to believe that there is a better trail bike on the market.
Weaknesses:
some of the paint schemes are less favorable than others.
Similar Products Used:
Transition Covert, Giant Trance X0
Bike Setup:
XT build kit
Bottom Line:
Yes, it's expensive, but it's worth every penny. Good luck getting your hands on one....
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Submitted by
g14it
a Racer
from Escondido, California Date Reviewed: July 20, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Daily Ranch
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$4300.00
Purchased At:
Cal Coast
Strengths:
Climbs well, decends well, light, Great people behind it. Cheep for what it is.
Weaknesses:
You cant blame not cleaning a section of trail on the bike.
Similar Products Used:
owned 04 specialized fsr xc; demoed the Ellsworth Epiphany ( felt identical to a 03 spec. enduro comp) also demoed a Yeti 575 which was a bit too DH for me.
Bike Setup:
Stock SL package except my trusty hope mono mini pro brakes
Bottom Line:
Great bike, out climbs every HT that I have ever ridden. since i haven't ridden any true DH bike I cant compare it to them but this bike makes me feel that I can do any thing. If you are paranoid about carbon breaking their warranty process is simple and quick.
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scott matteson
a Weekend Warrior
from Camino, CA. USA Date Reviewed: July 16, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Downieville
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$1800.00
Purchased At:
Family Cycling Cente
Strengths:
The bike is beautiful, light and pedals fast.
Weaknesses:
Questionable manufacturing. Headset cups fell out after four rides. Headtube is deformed inside.
Similar Products Used:
Santa Cruz Bullit, Cannondale Super V, Marin Wolf Trail
This bike works great, but after my experience with the headset I would never buy again. Right as I got the bike dialed in the headset started creaking, when I pulled the fork off to inspect the headset cups fell out. I took the frame back to the shop and Ibis picked it up right away (great customer service)and repaired it. I haven't seen the repair yet but my opinion is that it should be replaced because the headtube was deformed. I run a 160mm fork and I don't feel I can trust the repair, guess I'll find out. I won't buy another carbon frame.
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Submitted by
ELM
a Weekend Warrior
from Guilford, VT, USA Date Reviewed: July 4, 2008
Bought the frame and fork separately then added as many of my old parts as possible. It is a 21st century Frankenstein with a new 140 mm Pike 454 U-Turn, Fox RP23...
Bottom Line:
Today I experienced my first ride on my new Mojo Carbon. The bike is a sweet fit and exceeded my expectations in performance and comfort.
Joe, the bike expert at Burrows in Brattleboro, VT, special ordered the frame and the fork for me. He took my older parts off my Jamis that could be utilized and assembled one smoking hot bike.
Joe also orderer one for himself too. He had a different setup an came in a few pounds lighter than I did. It goes without saying his bike was a smoking hot bike too.
We rode through town and hit the Retreat trails. On the road the bike didn't bob much at all. I could not feel a thing and that was with pro pedal turned off. It was noticeable immediately. We rode rooty and loamy single track hill climbs and descents, fire roads, grassy trails, muddy trails, stony, a very steep climb by the ski jump...We then rode a few more paved roads and other woodsy trails heading towards Guilford. I finishing with some road riding to my truck and Joe continued through the woods to his home.
The bike rocks! It wants to climb, spring forward, take jumps, grip and fly. If this is how I feel on the first ride, wait till Kingdom Trails on Sunday!
I check back again in the future with updates.
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smmcpherron
a Cross Country Rider
from Sandy, utah, USA Date Reviewed: June 26, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Solitude Utah and Wasatch Crest
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$3800.00
Purchased At:
Wild Rose
Strengths:
Beautiful to look at. I cannot say enough about the DW-Link suspension. It floats over rocks, and I feel much more powerful climbing. The bike is incredibly stable and fast on the descents.
Weaknesses:
None. Compared to other high end Carbon bikes, this is a steal.
Similar Products Used:
I have demo'd a lot of bikes, and teh IBIS replaced a Ventana with a single pivot suspension. The Ventana is a great bike with a lot of strengths, but, smooth is not one of them. It can take a pounding, but, single pivot is just tough on square edge bumps and finicky on steap descents when you are on the brakes. The IBIS really steps it up to a whole new level.
Bike Setup:
IBIS MOJO with Titanium Screw Kit, FOX Talas 36 fork and RP23 shock, XTR drivetrain, Gravity dropper Seat post, Easton AM Havoc wheels which are light and 29mm wide.
Bottom Line:
I have an All Mountain set-up and this XL bike weighs in at 28.5lbs. I could have built it up to about 24 lbs if I had not gone with the Fox 36 fork and the Easton wheels. But, I wanted to be able to attack some trails with sturdy parts.
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Submitted by
hellfish34
a Cross Country Rider
from Toronto, Canada Date Reviewed: June 25, 2008
Favorite Trail:
any I can get to...
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$5300.00
Purchased At:
Frame from Cal Coast
Strengths:
Crazy light for a long travel bike. FAST. Climbs with ease.
Weaknesses:
Zero!!
Bike Setup:
32 Talas RLC, RaceFace Next SL Cranks, Post and Bars. XO shifters, derailler. Juicy Ultimates. Crossmax ST.
Bottom Line:
Buy this bike. My first ride out I was climbing stuff in the middle chainring I used to climb in the granny gear. Just runs fast! Nice and stiff. Plus looks Awesome.
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Submitted by
titaniumgearsolid
a Weekend Warrior
from Philippines Date Reviewed: June 24, 2008
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Purchased At:
Bikr Town Cyclery
Strengths:
The best "one bike" for me! Why?
1. I was looking for an efficient 6inch-ish travel bike. The Mojo is very efficient for my type of riding and the DW-Link delivers its promise of anti-squat, no pedal bob, excellent traction, no brake jacking and snappy acceleration.
2. I was looking for an inspiring bike. The beauty of the Mojo is not just in aesthetics, it's in the ride: the ride that makes you wanna go out and ride everyday!
3. I was looking for a bike that can do all that I wanna do and improve on. The Mojo allows me to ride farther, longer, with more control, more enjoyment and a bigger grin on my face whether it be dusty trails, rocky climbs, scary descents (scary for me), asphalt/pavement (in the city), or learning to bunnyhop on a grassy backyard.
4. I was looking for a bike that's light but strong. The Mojo is both.
5. I was looking for a high-end bike that was right for the money. The Mojo is the most bike I can get from my “lifetime savings". (Bike Town Cyclery gave me a very irresistible deal to own a Mojo!)
6. I was looking for a bike that is upgrade-proof. The Mojo build I got has good quality, hi-performance mid-priced components that ward off the dreaded "upgraditis" disease.
7. I was looking for a bike that will not make me regret I got it, a bike to cherish. For me, the Mojo is the best bike to own!
Weaknesses:
I'm contented and happy with my Mojo. But if I were to nit-pick just to spoil my own joy, these are the things that I'd wish have been improved before I got my Mojo:
1. Clear coat durability. My Mojo came in "naked" carbon. After a few rides on a rocky and rooty "playground" (plus some 1-foot drops), the clear coat in the chainstay/seatstay chipped because of chain slap. It's fault on my part somehow because I didn't put necessary protection (helicopter tape) on the high-wear areas I was warned about here in mtbr.
2. Nickel plating durability. The nickel coating on my seat post clamp chipped off at the upper lip edge.
3. Fox suspension. Sure, I may sometimes need ProPedal when I ride on pavement or when I wanna pedal standing up for a difficult climb. But even when the ProPedal is in "open" position, I can sense that it lacks smoothness when I plow through stuttery roots and small rocks. The excellent design and performance of the DW-Link negates the need for the slightest ProPedal in the "open" mode. I'm not looking for "super plush" suspension action, but it leaves me desiring a bit more "floating over" small bumps. I had to lower tire pressure just to minimize the stuttery sensation. Same goes for the TALAS fork, it lacks the smoothness I was hoping for on a popular hi-end (expensive) fork. I have compression in full-fast ever since I got it and I don't see the benefits of adding compression damping. I've set the air spring pressure a li’l bit lower to compensate and to give me a plusher ride. There's brake dive too, by the way.
4. Front mech grind. When I'm in the big ring and in the smallest sprockets, there's this annoying grinding sound at the front derailleur. The mechanic at Bike Town couldn't fix it. He says that it's possible to get rid of the grind on higher gears but will cause grind in lower gears. It leaves me desiring a rub-free, grind-less transmission in the full range of gear combinations (excluding of course cross-gearing combos).
5. Lastly, the Mojo is just too darn attractive! It is not stealth at all. It stands out! It makes me paranoid that someone will take it from me just like that.
Similar Products Used:
No similar products used. I used to own a heavy steel-frame mtb. It had low-end components and bobbing suspension but it got me riding and I used it for all kinds of riding (although it didn't make me feel confident and it didn't make me improve), but enjoyed the ups & downs with it.
The Mojo is my first "real" mountain bike.
Bike Setup:
This is my current bike build with comments on the respective parts:
FRAME: Ibis Mojo Carbon Classic size M, 17" seat tube, 22.8" effective top tube length (Light weight, stiff and has built-in damping in the carbon fibre. Perfect size for me, compact but not cramped.)
SHOCK: (Stock) Fox Float RP23 7.875x2 / 140mm rear travel (ProPedal is nice to have for road and climbs but even when turned off, trail feedback from stutter-bumps is not eliminated.)
FORK: Fox 32 TALAS RLC 140mm front travel (Travel adjust is handy when I want to tweak the handling characteristics or when faced by a really steep climb. Lockout threshold adjustment seems to cure brake dive. This fork feels bottomless.)
CRANKSET: Shimano XT 44x32x24T 175mm (Power transfer is superb!)
CASSETTE: Shimano XT CS M770 11-34T 9-speed
FRONT MECH: Shimano XT 34.9mm down-swing (Precise action but I find it perplexing to adjust in order to achieve full gear range without rubbing or grinding.)
REAR DERAILLEUR: Shimano XT Shadow high-normal (Crisp action. Rapidly shifts to lower gears with a single push on the shifter. Has never made contact with trail obstacles.)
SHIFTERS: Shimano XT triggers (Intuitive and exact shifting. I like the dual-action triggers so I can down-shift the front and up-shift the rear gears using either my thumb or index finger.)
BRAKESET: Shimano XT ServoWave, 7" front/6" rear rotors (Very powerful! More power than I'll ever need-I think. It's good that I can adjust reach and bite/"free stroke".)
WHEELSET: Mavic CrossRide black rims & hubs, straight-pull blade-shaped spokes. (Best value wheelset! They look good and feel light and strong.)
TIRES: Kenda Nevegal 2.1 front/1.95 rear (Great traction in a wide range of terrain and conditions.)
FINISHING KIT: Truvativ Hussefelt handlebars 2”-rise 27”-wide, Thomson Elite 100mm stem, Thomson Elite setback seatpost (Beefy, light and strong. The handle bars I got with the build are Syncros low-risers and were a bit too wide at 28” so now I’m using high-risers to compensate for a lowered stem and cut fork steerer tube. I thought of using the setback seatpost in combination with the 100mm stem for an aggressive trail riding position with a bit weight bias to the rear.)
SADDLE: WTB (I got a Selle Italia saddle with the build but I "down-graded" to an OE WTB saddle. It's more comfy but heavier than the XC racy-looking Selle.)
GRIPS: Oury (Mine are slip-on type but they stick to the bars and wont twist. Very grippy soft-compound rubber is comfy and improves control. A bit big in diameter. Makes me wanna ride without gloves.)
PEDALS: Shimano M545 SPD clipless pedals with alloy cage (appropriate for a SPD newbie like me. Easy to clip in and out. The alloy cage is a bonus – offering some “stomping” area allowing me to pedal even when I’m yet to clip in and when I clip out but still waiting to dab my foot.)
I posted a couple of photos in the Ibis Mojo pics thread:
http://forums.mtbr.com/showthread.php?p=4315770#poststop
Bottom Line:
The best combination of form and function, a purposeful design wrapped in beauty. Science, mechanical engineering, industrial design, cutting-edge technology and fine art in one complete package.
I was looking for just one bike. One bike of a lifetime. One bike for me to enjoy all the facets of mountain biking - long trail rides, a lil bit of climbing, a lil bit of descending, small jumps, rocky and rooty paths, dry and wet conditions and even pavement. I had great expectations for the "one bike" I was looking for. And when I found the Ibis Mojo Carbon, I was convinced it will succeed in meeting such criteria. Now that I've ridden my Mojo for almost 3 months, I'm very happy with it and contented that I made the right decision (even if I wasn't able to test ride or demo a single Mojo before I bought it). My Mojo lets me go farther, push myself harder, enjoy riding better, makes me want to train for race/competition, allows me to learn new skills (I'm currently working on my bunny hop) and ultimately will open up opportunities to ride trails I've never been to, make friends with mountain bikers I've never known before and discover potentials I've never imagined I had.
Owning "the one" mountain bike was my goal. Owning a Mojo is a dream come true!
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Submitted by
Bunjinjohn
a Weekend Warrior
from SoCal Date Reviewed: June 4, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Hawes Trail in Mesa, AZ
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$4400.00
Purchased At:
Cal Coast Bicycles
Strengths:
Light, stiff, tough, great climbing traction
Weaknesses:
Chain slap, but this is taken care of by a neoprene pad on the chain stay and I put a small one at the bottom of the seat stay
I clear things I never did on my previous bike, uphill and down. I think it's primarily due to the DW link suspension on a frame that lowered my front end almost an inch from my previous bike, but with the same travel and almost two pounds less weight. This bike shines at everything from slow, super technical climbing to some decent drops and jumping. The Maverick DUC32 was on my previous bike, but it works great on this one. I never turn on the ProPedal on the RP23. I really don't think this bike needs it.
I broke my shoulder hitting a boulder going faster than I was accustomed to on Noble Canyon Trail. The bike was fine. Brian Lopes is now racing these babies for Ibis. Do you need any more evidence that carbon is tough?
I've never regretted buying this bike. I'm recommending my wife get an SL when she get's a new bike. The bottom line is this bike has made riding more fun than ever. Also, you can't find a better shop than Cal Coast! They're becoming an Ibis dealer was a major reason I originally considered this bike.
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Don Stoffel
a Cross Country Rider
from Jamul Date Reviewed: May 6, 2008
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$5960.00
Purchased At:
Cal Coast
Strengths:
Excellent handling, lightweight, awesome looking, and of course the excellent suspension
Weaknesses:
Low bottom bracket height with some pedal clipping on technical climbs.
Similar Products Used:
Intense Tracer, C'dale SuperV, GT LTS team
Bike Setup:
07 Medium SLX with Thomson seatpost and Pure Ti WTB saddle and full XTR and a Talas Fork. It is just over 25 lbs.
Bottom Line:
I wanted to replace my aging 4 in. travel trail bike with an updated (increased travel) 6 lb frame. I considered the Spot, Intense 5.5 FRO, and the Blur LT. I wanted to try one of the newer types of suspension but wanted to keep the activeness of the HL, and wanted improved climbing. The carbon fiber fear was finally overcome and I pulled the trigger on the top of the line model(at the time). I am a trail rider. I don't do big air or stunts. I'm in SOCAL and do a lot of climbing and descending. It is rocky on some of the trails I ride. I'm 5"7" and weigh 185 lb without gear on a good day. I've been riding for twenty years(yes, I'm old).
The bike is beautiful. It descends excellent. It is an awesome climber. It is so well balanced(fore and aft) that not much body english is needed when climbing the loose slippery stuff. It definitely hooks up in the rocky loose granite climbs. It is excellent in fast singletrack with the fork clicked down a notch. It is quite good with the fork extended. The overall handling is excellent.
The finish and build quality of the bike is top notch. The finish has survived the year with a couple of big crashes and come out with a dime sized scratch in an unprotected area. The finish, with the protective tape has lasted as well as any other bike I've owned. Only my Ti HT is better in that department. The bearings have lasted through a wet winter and dry dusty summer. No linkage problems at all. I've got a full set of linkages and Enduro bearings sitting in a box. The rear end, overall, is as stiff as my Tracer. I was hoping for a little stiffer rear end, but I can't fault the bike for its intended purpose. I've taken it down Noble Canyon and it is no flexier than the Tracer. The small amount of flex, on my bike, is mostly the stays. Like I said, the linkages and bearings have held up excellent. The suspension is everything I wanted in a trail bike. Active without bob is what I wanted, and that is what I got. I had to get a high volume sleeve on mine. I was blowing through the mid travel and then the shock would quickly ramp up. If I put more air in the RP23 to counter the problem, I would lose 1/4 of the stroke on rough DH runs. Push told me to try a HV sleeve. I tried different pressures and finally hit the sweet spot of a more linear shock that, with a little more air now, gets me full travel and less pedal clipping. The shock still ramps up to protect the shock and bike. Now the DW suspension works excellent. The Talas fork is not needed for most climbing. This bike climbs awesome in the extended setting, and better in technical climbs in that setting. I like the ability to steepen the HA a little on those long climbs. I don't use the low setting much at all.
Now, for the only flaw in the bike, besides myself, that I have discovered. For me, on the trails that I ride, the bottom braket is about a 1/2 in. too low. This is quite annoying in technical rocky climbing. I have adapted some, but this, for me is the reason it gets only 4 Chilis overall. For a lot of others, this may not be an issue. For me, it is. It limits the versatility of the bike.
I get lots of questions about the bike when on the trails. Lots of compliments and admiring glances. It is the best bike I have owned overall. Its strengths overshadow its one weakness. There is no need to fear the carbon fiber issue. I went over the bars Sunday at Noble on one of the rocky DH runs, and the bike and I survived without a scratch. I'd recommend it to anyone, who is looking for a lightweight trail bike. I'd also recommend Cal Coast Bikes in San Diego. Top notch LBS!
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Submitted by
Djaka Dwiputra
a Weekend Warrior
from Depok, Jabar, Indonesia Date Reviewed: May 1, 2008
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Strengths:
The lightest and cheapest 5.5 inch all mountain FS with the weight of 24.7 full bike, with DW-Link links that stick to the ground when it climbs either out or on the saddle, batter climbing than my hardtail, “cheapest” compare to other carbon FS bike in the Industry to date, best after sales, Carefully technologically designed a combination of good-looking bike that mechanically works.
Weaknesses:
When it comes to esthetics a paint chip on your new bike really bothers you but when you start to ride the bike it really doesn’t matter.
Similar Products Used:
closes to similar " santa cruz blur XC"
Bike Setup:
REAR DER Shimano M970 SGS (XTR) FRONT DER Shimano M970 (XTR) SHIFTERS Shimano ST M975 DC (XTR) CRANKSET Shimano M970 22/32/44 (XTR) CASSETTE Shimano M960 11/34 (XTR) CHAIN Shimano CN-7701 (XTR / Dura-Ace) BRAKES Shimano BR-M975 w/ 160mm magura sl rotor FORK Fox Float 140 RLC BARS Easton Monkey Lite SL STEM Thomson, 25.4mm GRIPS pedros HEADSET Hutchinson SEAT POST Thomson SADDLE wtb laser v WHEELS 717 chris king hub TIRES Hutchinson phyton TUBES stan liquid PEDAL Crank Brothers SL QR salsa
Bottom Line:
So bottom line, from a weekend warrior stand point, Ibis Mojo really does it all from XC to downhill. I bought it because first I wanted a one bike can do it all bike light to accommodate my often cross country rides and plush on rear travel to cater my sometimes downhill adventures and also to be the only one on the country with an Ibis Mojo and get the envious stares that I used to give whenever I saw someone on a high end rig. When it comes to value this is the only 5.5 inch all carbon bike that sell fewer than 2 G (frame), not to mention the prompt reply when it comes to aftersale services, ibis team, Tom and Scot and Hans have a wonderful personal manufacture and technical support backing their product exactly the same as ibis mojo weight (24.7). I would recommend it to all hardtail cyclists out there that are going for Full suspension bike to give it a try. You will never believe until you try it.
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Constantine
a Cross Country Rider
from Reno Date Reviewed: April 28, 2008
Favorite Trail:
mt rose summit to relay pk towers to tunnel creek to Marlette Pk to Marlette Lk to Flume to T's
Duration Product Used:
Tested or demo'ed only
Strengths:
Everything. Real engineering in the DW link and frame. Beautiful design. Downhills like it's on rails, climbs like a squirrel on crack. This bike is everything the "all mountain" movement has been trying to achieve. Fantastic value, not just in the frame, but also in the build kits.
Weaknesses:
Bottle cage mounting point. Worse than useless because those screws are just adding grams.
Similar Products Used:
Intense Spider and 5.5 for week-long demos each, several shorter demos/bike trades for Santa Cruz Blur LT and Nomad, and a couple of Specialized Stumpjumpers.
Bike Setup:
Fox32 RLC, RP23, Full XT drivetrain, Mavic wheels, Nevegals, Ibis stem, Monkeylite bars, Easton seatpost, some WTB saddle.
Bottom Line:
This bike rides so well you can forget about the bike and just enjoy the ride. I look for the worst possible lines on rocky climbs just to see what the suspension can do, but end up surprising myself with how fast I'm climbing instead. Ditto for the downhills. I'm in real danger of losing some of my finesse riding skills here, because I won't be needing them much anymore. This bike just goes! Oh yeah, and it's absurdly light, even without a bunch of high-end, weight-weenie parts. My Mojo story: After many months of research and demoing, I was about to order an Intense 5.5 EVP. The VPP climbed better than my hardtail, and the bike was great overall, if a little twitchy in the steering. After demolishing some personal records I decided it was time to visit my LBS Intense Dealer. When I told the owner I was ready to order the bike, he seemed to have some difficulty in controlling his temper. (Note: this is not the usual reaction a customer expects when trying to throw mucho dinero at a well-respected shop owner.) It turns out Intense had screwed the shop (and, personally, some of its employees), forcing the owner to break off the relationship. No problem, I thought...I'll just find one in the area that is willing to make the order...except that Intense didn't seem to want to return the phone calls of any of the other shops I talked to either. Perhaps they don't want my business...back to the mtbr reviews I go. Ibis? Huh? I thought Ibis was dead? ...except mtbr doesn't seem to think so, and they show a Mojo earning an astounding perfect 5.0 score after 50+ reviews. That night I read every single review on this page (this was before some wanker gave it 4/5 chilis for "carbon concerns"). I had to demo the bike, even if it meant driving 400 miles round trip to do it. After a few weeks I managed to write the trip off as a business expense, and rode the Mojo for 3 days. It is the best bike I have ever ridden. I didn't think it would be possible to best the Intense 5.5, but the Mojo does. It's just such a smooth, fast, energy-efficient ride, regardless of trail conditions. So who needs this bike? It's hard for me not to recommend it to everyone except hardcore downhillers or huckers--it's that good. The truth is though, if you don't need 5-plus inches of travel, if you don't brutalize yourself on long climbs, and if you aren't regularly dropping some serious vertical, then this bike may not be for you. But if "All Mountain" describes the kind of riding you really do, then take a ride on a Mojo. Be forewarned, you may never go back.
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Submitted by
Derek Schimming
a Cross Country Rider
from Lake Worth, Florida Date Reviewed: April 16, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Alafia
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$1800.00
Purchased At:
Cambria Bike Outfitters
Strengths:
Lightweight, build quality, fit & finish, technology, uniqueness, climbs extremely well, very plush compared to my previous bikes (Turner 5 Spot, Ellsworth ID), handles everything Florida has to offer without blinking (ie: good on tight and flat Florida singletrack, rock & root gardens, short & steep downhills, short climbs and 1 - 3ft drops.) I was really surprised at the difference I felt between the 5-Spot and the Mojo. The 5-Spot is a great bike and I would recommend it to anyone looking for a 5" trail bike; however, the Mojo really seperates itself with a plusher suspension feeling and better climbing capabilities. Several technical climbs at Markham Park that I would normally have to stand and power up were done while seated on the Mojo. So far, this is the best riding all around bike that I have ever owned. Add in that it is a really great looking design and you should get several years of bliss.
Weaknesses:
To early to say. I am of course a bit worried about having a rock smack the frame, but its a mountain bike - ride it, have fun and worry about things like that if it happens. I was a bit leary about the integrated headset. I have used Chris King headsets for the past 10 years and it was tough to switch to something different. I went with the Cane Creek SOLOS. I built the bike up myself and the headset slipped in in 2 minutes nice and snug.
IBIS MOJO Large, RP23, FOX FLOAT RLC, RaceFace cranks, rings, riser bars, stem, seatpost, Cane Creek SOLOS headset, Avid Juicy 7 brakes, Mavic Crossmax SL disc, Selle Italia seat, Oury grips, Crank Bros Candy SL pedals.
Bottom Line:
The Mojo is too much bike for Florida, I know this. It does not really show its capabilities until I go to Alafia. Even then, it is only the "tip of the iceburg". The bike climbs incredibly well, the DW suspension is very impressive and in my opinion, better then what is being offered by Turner or Ellsworth. It just feels smooth, plush and efficient all at the same time. The bike is quick handling, yet very stable. It is beautiful to look at and you will definintely raise your "poser ego" because everyone wants to see it or is curious about it. The main point is that even if it were ugly, the ride is amazing and worth every penny.
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Submitted by
JB
a Cross Country Rider
from Socal Date Reviewed: April 8, 2008
Duration Product Used:
Tested or demo'ed only
Purchased At:
The Bike Co.
Strengths:
This bike is a insane climber, and has the ability to rails on the downhill. Do not be afraid of the carbon it is rock solid.
Weaknesses:
None - I had a demo bike for two days, and we all know that most demo's are beat up with pivots sqeaking not the Mojo.
Similar Products Used:
Pivot Mach 5, Turner Flux, Ironhorse six point
Bike Setup:
Shimano XT on the Demo
Bottom Line:
Ride this bike before you think of buying any 5" travel MTB. This bike is plush without being wallowing on up hill sprints with the dw link. The dw link is the best suspension out, and the Ibis Mojo is a perfect fit. I also demoed a Pivot Mach 5 with the dw link, which I feel for my riding style that it was not on par. Do not be afraid of technology, carbon is here to stay.
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Submitted by
Robb Sutton
a Weekend Warrior
from Woodstock, GA Date Reviewed: April 7, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Heartbreak Ridge
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Strengths:
Climbing...this bike, for a 140mm travel rig, climbs like a mountain goat.
Weaknesses:
I am still worried about the carbon...just not as easy to fix as aluminum and nervous about rock garden falls.
Similar Products Used:
Turner 5 Spot, Ventana El Ciclon, Santa Cruz Heckler
Bike Setup:
Ibis Mojo - Push'd Pike and Push'd RP23, X.0, XTR, Industry Nines on Stans Flow rims with 10mm rear axle...
Bottom Line:
The next ride was in the North Georgia mountains, and this was some of the steepest, most extended stuff I have ever been on. There is nothing like climbing for 3,994 feet in less than 17 miles. My climbing reviews on the short burst type carried over to the extended. This bike really likes to climb, much more than any other 5 inch travel bike that I have been on. Between the DW-Link suspension and the Push Industries RP23, this bike is really efficient. When the ride got really steep, to the point you couldn’t sit down and spin anymore, you could get up and really hammer out of the saddle without traction loss. On the steeper downhill sections, this bike also did pretty well. As great as it climbs, I was expecting it to be sluggish and twitchy on the downhills, but it wasn’t.
See the full review here... http://www.mtbtrailreview.com/blog/ibis-mojo-and-push-industries-full-review/complete-bike-builds/
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Submitted by
Mike
a
from Rapid City, SD Date Reviewed: March 16, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Black Hilss
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Purchased At:
ACME Bikes
Strengths:
Weight, DW Link, Looks, Responsive Feel
Weaknesses:
None found.
Similar Products Used:
Santa Cruz Nomad, Kona Stinky, Kona Coiler, Kona Bear Dee-Lux, Santa Cruz Superlight
Bike Setup:
XT, Mavic wheels, Fox Vanilla RL
Bottom Line:
The Mojo is the best bike I have ever ridden. Riding it is like an out of body experience. The flickabilty is great. I traded bikes on a ride with a friend who rides a nomad, and after my raving all the time about the Mojo he wanted to trade for a bit. When I finally caught up to him (he was waiting) he said that I was cheating by riding this bike. I had a Nomad for 3 months and decided to try the Mojo, I never thought a bike could be this great. If you are looking for a bike that is fast and can take the abuse that all mountain gives out then buy this bike. I really don't know how a product can get any better.
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Submitted by
Frank
a Cross Country Rider
from Richardson, tx Date Reviewed: March 9, 2008
Standard Ibis XT 08 build, Talas fork, Tubeless with SB8 & CrossMark, Ergon grips.
Bottom Line:
Disclosure: I ride (and started to race) cross-country trails. I also enjoy small bunny-ups, drops, etc.
Bottom Line: I love the bike.
It just feels great.
The rear suspension (DW) is great. I tried a few bikes back to back, and the rear suspension on the Mojo felt much better.
After trying both the Pivot (also DW) and the Mojo, I was decided that I wanted this rear suspension. (The Pivot was my second choice, but price was higher with similar components, and it felt a bit harsh to me, maybe because it was not tuned for me)
The Mojo absorbs all the bumps really well without make you think about it. My 07 Stumpy was good with the bumps, but felt like riding a on a marshmallow.
Pedal Bob is very low (non-existent to me) and the bike feels very firm on pedaling.
The bike is very quiet and feels like silk when riding.
It does feel much lighter than my Stumpjumper when riding (I am not sure of the real weight difference). Climbing out of the saddle for steep climbs is easier, less strenuous.
I have had a carbon fiber road bike before (Trek OCLV), and the feel on the Mojo reminded on how I felt when I first rode it. I like the carbon fiber feel. I like to believe it dampens the small vibrations really well, but remains stiff, but I am not an expert.
I like the new 08 XT components. It took a few rides to get use to the feel of the XT from the SRAM on my previous bike.
In the end, when you spend more than $3K on a bike, I think it is important that you like your bike. The reviews from others are useful to steer you in a specific direction, but then go try a few and get the one that makes you happy.
My Mojo makes me very happy. I can't wait to get back on the trail again.
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Submitted by
Steve Buckley
a Weekend Warrior
from Oak Park, CA, USA Date Reviewed: February 29, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Cheeseboro Canyon
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Purchased At:
Cal Coast Bicycles
Strengths:
I now have ~ 250 miles on my Mojo, and have concluded, it is a fantastic bike! I never dreamed of owning such a nice bike but after seeing one, I knew it was for me. I did my research, rode some other bikes, demoed a Mojo, and here I am, another proud owner. The Mojo has made me a better all around rider, it climbs great, smooths out the technical trails, rails on single track, and loves downhill. The frame is stiff and there is no bob. It is also a unique and great looking frame - love the natural carbon.
Weaknesses:
I did have one techical issue on the bike that turned into a positive end - after a few rides, the seat post insert came loose. I contacted Cal Coast, and within an hour I had a response from Ibis with three options to fix the issue 1) return the bike to the shop, and have the frame replaced 2) send the frame directly to Ibis and get a new one in return 3) JB weld the insert (with specific instructions)and a promise to replace it if the problem recures. I chose option 3 as I couldn't see waisting a perfectly good frame otherwise and I have had no problems.
Similar Products Used:
Santa Cruz Blur, Jamis, Elsworth.
Bike Setup:
'08 SLX build: full XTR with RLC fork, natural carbon finish. I debated on the RLC vs Talas and chose the RLC - I am happy with that decision
Bottom Line:
After blowing out the shock on my old KHS, I started looking for a new bike and set out with a budget of $2k. After doing a bunch of research and riding a few bikes, I ended up at the other end of the spectrum with the SLX Mojo. I never dreamed of spending this kind of $ on a bike, but have not looked back since. If you are going to do it, do it right the first time! The Mojo clearly has made me a better rider, and I am so much more motivated to get out a ride.
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Submitted by
Ryan Moll
a Cross Country Rider
from Los Gatos, Ca Date Reviewed: February 28, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Demo
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$3800.00
Purchased At:
Half Moon Bay
Strengths:
This Bike is amazing! It climbs like a dream and descends in a straight aggressive line. Its so fast that Johny Trail Patrol gave me a nice fat $380 ticket for speeding on it last summer.
Ibis has outstanding Customer Service. I had an issue with the rear triangle and Ibis took care of it the same day. Aside from throwing in a pair of socks and a sweatshirt for the trouble they also called me to talk about it and settle any worries that I had. It's been about 6 months and it is better than ever.
Weaknesses:
As many people have said...it's me. As one reviewer noted something about the Spendy Wankers or something like that. That is what I hear I have become when riding this, I clearly do not ride this to its full potential!
Similar Products Used:
Intense Uzzi SLX, Specialized Enduro, Santa Cruz Bullet, Ellsworth Epiphany
Bike Setup:
I bought the least expensive version and threw all of my XTR and Chris King wheelset on her. Bad ass!
Bottom Line:
I have a Titanium hardtail that I rode for years and was nervous about switching to a FS bike because i thought it would be heavier and I'd lose alot in the pedal bob. I was so wrong! The Ibis climbs better than my Ti bike and hardly has any bob at all. It has made me more confident to try more technical downhill trails as well as some city freeride noise.
If you're looking for a bike that can and will do anything, this is the one to buy. It blows the doors off of the competition. It was between the Ibis and the Ellsworth Epiphany. After riding the Epiphany for a mere 100 yards, I knew i belonged on the Ibis.
Step up and buy one of these, you won't regret it.
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Submitted by
S. Nelson
a Weekend Warrior
from Scottsdale, AZ Date Reviewed: February 3, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Any, spend a lot of time on Tr. 100 & around Pemberton
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$4300.00
Purchased At:
Bicycle Showcase
Strengths:
Light (around 26 lbs) & fast with 5.5 inches travel front & rear
Weaknesses:
Not really a weakness, just make sure you use helicopter tape on the easy to damage areas and carbon paste on all areas that are carbon to carbon. Like the stem to bars & seatpost.
Similar Products Used:
I am not suer there is similiar ride, my last bike was a 2003 Specialized Enduro that had a lot of upgraded parts.
Bike Setup:
SRAM shifters & rear derailleur, Easton bars & seatpost, Magura Marta SL brakes, Stans ZTR 355 rims, C. King hubs 2.1 Kenda Nevagal rear, Kenda 2.3 Small Block 8 front, Fox Float RLC & Fox RP23
Bottom Line:
To start with I would like to say I read every review here before I decided to plop down $4K on a new bike, which is a lot of coin for me since I am not a racer, I am almost 50 and just like to ride. I am hoping others read these and other reviews and buy based on real people’s reviews not magazines. I did not plan on spending so much, I had planned on a budget of around $3K and I started out thinking I was going to buy either another Specialized or a Santa Cruz. After comparing the ride & the reviews of those compared to the Ibis I started to change my mind. I was worried that the area I frequent (trail 100) which is very rocky would damage the carbon easily. I emailed Chuck at Ibis and he put my mind at ease. Fortunately the guys at Bicycle Showcase here in Phoenix sell and all seem to all ride Ibis’s. They had one I could demo as well as different flavors of Santa Cruz. In one word this bike is incredible. I don’t know if it is the difference in weight or the DW Link but I climb substantially better with this bike than my previous Specialized Enduro and overall it is a faster ride. It is more of a finesse ride than my Enduro was, I ride much more relaxed on it than I do on the Enduro. I am 100% satisfied with my purchase. I recommend if you are in the market for a new good mountain bike you at least test ride an Ibis so you know what to compare the other rides to even if your budget is lower (you can get on a built Ibis for around $3300). Find a shop like I did that has a good assortment of bikes and then make an educated choice. One last thing, whatever you get especially an Ibis spend a few bucks on helicopter tape to protect your investment. It is a pain to put on but well worth it.
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Submitted by
Wade Woodard
a Cross Country Rider
from Boise Date Reviewed: February 1, 2008
Favorite Trail:
20 mile
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Suspension (DW-Link rules), Geometery, Weight
Weaknesses:
This minor, but the clear coat scratches easily; use protective film
Similar Products Used:
Owned two DW-Linked Iron Horse Hollowpoints
Bike Setup:
08 Fox Float RLC, XTR Cranks, XT shifters and derailer, FSA XC 300 wheels (soon to be upgraded)
Bottom Line:
This bike rocks. You get DW-Link sweetness in a light weight frame. There is no better suspension than the DW-Link. Now you can get a DW-Link trail bike that is significantly lighter and has more travel than the Iron Horse MKIII.
I should note that the Fox rp23 shok appears to have a higer than necessary compression tune. DW-Link bikes do not need propedal or any built-in compression tuning.
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Submitted by
Andreas Schmidt
a Cross Country Rider
from Trier, Germany Date Reviewed: January 14, 2008
Favorite Trail:
alps
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$5500.00
Purchased At:
tricycle germany
Strengths:
to point it out first: a beautyfull bike - which makes it easier to bike nearly every day - technical: no pedal impact, excellent hill climbing, top rear suspention with fox rp23 - first class handling
Weaknesses:
none - may be... to much attraction - every ride you get some questions about ibis
Similar Products Used:
german stuff: bergwerk, Cube, Rogers
Bike Setup:
xtr, fox, syntace, night race with Lupine Wilma 6
Bottom Line:
best bike in town - i´m happy to switch from german-european stuff to the real one... ibis bike
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Submitted by
Mateo Melvnmelvyn
a Cross Country Rider
from Amarillo TX USA Date Reviewed: January 11, 2008
Favorite Trail:
The one I'm on
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$5000.00
Purchased At:
Montlake Bicycles, Seattle
Strengths:
Light. Flex-free. Looks great. Super suspension design. But the best is the spot on handling. Everything. How'd dey do dat good.
Weaknesses:
Attracts attention (theives, gear queers, question-askers). Anytime you pull a great move everyone thinks it's the bike, not the rider. Expensive enough to move you from fun-hog dirtbag to rich-boy wanker. Always wants to go faster-really it does. Trails become easier.
Similar Products Used:
Maverick, Cove, Specialzed. All great bikes but the Ibis is beyond great, it's magic.
Bike Setup:
XTR, Easton, Thompson.....etc.
Bottom Line:
Any and all the raves you hear are true, it's a rare event in this modern world when something is beyond the hype and expectations. Like John Shaft, it's a bad mutha.......shut yo mouth. Get's the value 5 rating 'cause you can sell all other bikes and dates with your girl will be rare now that you ride the Ibis in your free time.
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Submitted by
Kim Francis
a Weekend Warrior
from Port Macquarie NSW Australia Date Reviewed: December 17, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Bago Bluff
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$4200.00
Purchased At:
Gordon Street Cycles
Strengths:
Amazing suspension in the DW Link.
Weaknesses:
I’m afraid, I’m the only weak link that I can find so far.
Similar Products Used:
Cannondale Prophet 2000, Cannondale Raven.
Bike Setup:
naked frame , RP23, Fox Float RLC 140, Spinergy Xyclone Disc, XO Derailleur & Shifters, XT Cranks, Formula Discs , 25.9 lbs
Bottom Line:
I have owned 7 Cannondales over the last 13 years and I have loved every one, but this one is way over the top. This is my first non Dale and it was such a perfect move. The Mojo corners better than my Prophet and seems to really love the down hills. It has such a precise and efficient feel, it makes you wanna train harder just to see what this thing can really do. I live in Port Macquarie Australia and the riding here is pretty hilly, with some loose rocky climbs, I like it fast, techy and downhill mainly, but no big jumps or stunts. To get to anything you have to do a fair bit of climbing and the Mojo delivers a plush, yet efficient ride. I rode it in Sept in Utah on the gooseberry mesa and at Bootleg Canyon in Nevada while on holidays there and even though I had not had time to fully sort it out, I couldn’t get over how good a trail bike it is. Now that I have sorted the fork and shock it’s even better. I didn’t get to test ride the Mojo before I ordered. I went to the forums and review sites instead and this bike seemed to be getting all the raves, and now I know why. MOJO - The perfect trail bike. Oh and it looks fantastic as well.
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Submitted by
Neil
a Cross Country Rider
from Carlsbad, CA, USA Date Reviewed: December 16, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Slickrock
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$6000.00
Purchased At:
The Bike Company
Strengths:
Climbs extremely well with very efficient design. Loss of power to bob is non-existent. Even better than it's ability to climb is it's great ride on the down hill. The bike is plush through rock gardens and handles extremely well through tight switchbacks. Equally as good to it's ride is it's great looks. My Green Mojo never fails to draw attention wherever it goes.
Weaknesses:
I have been riding almost every day for a full year. I see NO weaknesses, with possible exception being a little chain slap noise.
Similar Products Used:
A garage full of bikes. Most recent mountain bikes were Haro Werks5 and a Trek.
Bike Setup:
Beautiful green color with XTR components, Mavic Crossmax SLR wheels, Maxxis tubeless Ignitor tires, Fox Talas 140 RLC fork.
Bottom Line:
I love this bike. I ride it almost every day in Southern California. The bike is great on big hills, switchbacks, rock gardens, and awesome on slick rock.
The bike is sick.
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Submitted by
Alan
a Cross Country Rider
from Canberra, Australia Date Reviewed: December 14, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Sparrow Hill
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$6000.00
Strengths:
The Mojo descends really well through bumpy stuff. Smooth like melted chocolate and yet tracks straight as an arrow. It's pretty nimble through the ST and it climbs very well for me to happily use it for racing. With the front fork locked out I can rail the footpath commute and even take on the odd roadie if the tyres are up nice and high :0) The back end hardly moves when pedalling, so I reckon I don't lose too much to pedal bob - which is very nice. It seems to be all I expected after reading the reviews.
Weaknesses:
The weakness is me! It's the only thing holding the Mojo back (and all my previous bikes)... I really should do something about that :0)
Similar Products Used:
I've been riding mtb for a stupid amount of years now but I've never had something with this much travel that rides so very well. My recent ride list includes Cannondale Jeckyl, Cannondale 900SL, Anthem LE XTR (my current race bike).
Bike Setup:
Mostly XTR throughout with XTR wheelset, 08 Fox Float RLC, Salsa Pro Moto carbon bars, columbus carbon post, avatar saddle and XTR pedals. Would look at Lefty carbon fork as an option down the track.
Bottom Line:
When I first saw it, I was taken with the beautiful lines of this bike. I've since read many reviews and they all gave very positive reports of of the ride, the feel, efficiency etc... I visited the ibis site and dribbled over the higher end parts lists and then filed all that for later.
When I found an opportunity to buy a Mojo I got the SX, sold the parts and slowly built up to WTF grade and all the while the frame was taunting me on the shelf.
Now that I am finally riding it, I can say it was worth the wait and worth the expense. Sorry to say that my other bikes are now gathering cobwebs, so I better get a roster happening. I've also got to buy me a couple of wall hooks, so when I'm not riding I can just hang it on the wall as art - it's so damn pretty!
I'm pleased I became a member of the Mojo brotherhood (and reviewer #50), so the bottom line is this bike rocks!
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Submitted by
Miles
a Cross Country Rider
from Santa Cruz Date Reviewed: December 14, 2007
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$5000.00
Purchased At:
FAMILY CYCLING CENTER
Strengths:
light weight,beautifully engineered,very balanced when climbing steep trails,smooth desender,agile on technical single track,very fast bike going up or down the trail
This bike makes me smile ,just fun to ride, going to race it this year.CS is great at Ibis,I have talked to real people at Ibis every time I have called.BUY A MOJO you will love it too!And maybe you will ride more and work less.
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Submitted by
Rick Jorgensen
a Weekend Warrior
from Davis, CA Date Reviewed: December 13, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Foresthill Divide Auburn
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$3800.00
Purchased At:
Bicycle Engineering in Davis
Strengths:
Beauty, Light weight, Suspension Performance climbing and descending. The bike has been Ultra dependable and I haven't had a problem with it. It does so many things so well.
Weaknesses:
It would be great if it came in an Extra Small frameset for the littler people.
Similar Products Used:
Several custom hardtails . No other FS bikes
Bike Setup:
XT and XTR drivetrain and XTR brakes with Easton XC-One wheels.
Bottom Line:
This is an outstanding bike!
Bikes are like girlfriends not wives.. It is best to have many of them... But if I had to have only one (bike) it would be a Mojo.
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Submitted by
Rick Jorgensen
a Weekend Warrior
from Davis, CA Date Reviewed: December 13, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Foresthill Divide Auburn
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$3800.00
Purchased At:
Bicycle Engineering in Davis
Strengths:
Beauty, Light weight, Suspension Performance climbing and descending. The bike has been Ultra dependable and I haven't had a problem with it. It does so many things so well.
Weaknesses:
It would be great if it came in an Extra Small frameset for the littler people.
Similar Products Used:
Several custom hardtails . No other FS bikes
Bike Setup:
XT and XTR drivetrain and XTR brakes with Easton XC-One wheels.
Bottom Line:
This is an outstanding bike!
Bikes are like girlfriends not wives.. It is best to have many of them... But if I had to have only one (bike) it would be a Mojo.
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Submitted by
cesar mora
a Weekend Warrior
from san diego ca Date Reviewed: December 13, 2007
Favorite Trail:
all
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$4500.00
Strengths:
light for a long travel bike beatiful design, dw link costumer service
Weaknesses:
none for me
Similar Products Used:
stump jumper,giant trance 1,epic,nrs
Bike Setup:
RC revelation air u turn fork , xtr cranks,x0 rear der, xtr front der,thomson stem magura marta brakes and some carbon pieces
Bottom Line:
this is the best bike i have ever had,it does everything very well, get it you won't be disapointed
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Submitted by
Sean Smith
a Weekend Warrior
from Boulder, CO, USA Date Reviewed: December 12, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Gold Bar Rim Single Track, Moab
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$4800.00
Purchased At:
bicycle pedl'r
Strengths:
Amazing technical climber with the DW Link suspension being everything it is advertised. Turn it downhill and it almost performs even better if that is possible. I ride Colorado high country in the summer and fall and the slickrock desert in the winter and spring and this bike has not let me down once in the past 12 months of riding. You can see ride reports and photos of my bike in action at my blog: http://seanambermoab.blogspot.com/
The customer service of Ibis is world class, they participate heavily in the ibis forum here on mtbr and the stories of their service are incredible.
Weaknesses:
None - seriously for cross country and all mountain this is the perfect bike.
Similar Products Used:
Gary Fisher Cake, Santa Cruz Blur LT
Bike Setup:
Mojo, Pace RC41 Fighter, Pushed Fox Vanilla Coil, Bashguard, Marta Louise FR brakes, Mavic XL wheelset, SRam X0 shifters, X9 Rear Derailleur, Shimano XT Front Derailleur, Speedball adjustable seatpost, Easton EC90 bars, ODI lockon grips.
Bottom Line:
This bike really is a do it all mountain bike. I ride downhill at Keystone on my downhill rig and have taken my mojo there for a couple of days just out of interest and it performs very well on Super-D style tracks. 5.5" of rear travel and 6" of front travel combined with the DW link suspension and you really have a bike that can only build the passion to ride.
You will not regret your purchase!
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Submitted by
Page Nicol
a Weekend Warrior
from San Diego Date Reviewed: November 25, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Lake Morena
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$3500.00
Purchased At:
Cal Coast Bicycles
Strengths:
Light weight 5+" travel, climbs anything, quick on descents, looks way cool in Eddy Orange.
Weaknesses:
I bought the base SX and replaced the entire gruppo with Sram XO, FSA Carbon (bars, crank, stem, seat post), XTR pedals/ft der, Crossmax wheels, etc and the bike still weighs almost 28 lbs. Not sure why since it was about the same weight when I had the other base SX stuff on it.
Similar Products Used:
Specialized Epic, Specialized Enduro, Zero Nine Carbon hardtail
Bike Setup:
XO shifters rear der, XTR ft der/pedals, Crossmas SL wheels, FSA carbon cranks, stem, seat post, Kenda Nevegal tubeless.
Bottom Line:
Other then my issue with the weight I mentioned above this is by far the best bike I have ever ridden. Earlier this year I bought a similarly tricked out Specialized Epic and didn't like the Brain and the lack of travel. I went to a carbon hardtail but was too beat up after long downhills. Last month I purchased a Specialized Enduro since I was told it had great climbing and downhill capabilities without too much weight. It was just too heavy and not quick enough. I heard and read a lot about the Mojo but had to test one for myself. It was the perfect blend between my Carbon hardtail and Enduro. Climbs almost anything, good for long climbs, eats up anything downhill, fast in tight single track, looks awesome. I read each mtbr review and many from other sites. They are true. Sell your other bikes on ebay like I did and step up. The new XT setup by the way is great and would have been my choice if I didn't have all the high end carbon stuff from my hardtail.
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Submitted by
mitch
a Cross Country Rider
from boise,idaho Date Reviewed: November 24, 2007
Favorite Trail:
dry creek
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Purchased At:
frame from cbo
Strengths:
bike feels more like a motorcycle than an bike. handles great, climbs as good as my ellsworth truth, flex is not something you think about when you ride this bike. This bike wants you to go faster. very stable for its purpose. cleans up very easy.
Weaknesses:
cables on top of top tube
Similar Products Used:
ellsworth truth(95,2004) ventana el saltamontes 4inch and 5.25 variations. pyscle works,others
Bike Setup:
fox float r 140mm,king hubs with no tubes ztr 355's, xt and xtr stuff with old school ti square bb and hope mono mini 180mm front and 160 rear. bike weights 25.5 pounds with nevegal 2.1s, middleburn crank x8 wtb lazer v ti and control tech i post, candy 4ti
Bottom Line:
climbs great descends even better. I weigh 150 so the medium valving is needed. demoed a bike with the stiffer valving and rear suspension was very harsh. I run 130 pounds of nitrogen and rear works great. need to do fox fork mod to get full travel. also bike can be put into small enough box that airlines won't get to charge me extra.
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Submitted by
Serkan
a Racer
from Berkshire, UK Date Reviewed: November 18, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Afan Forest - Wales
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Strengths:
Stunning to ride, handles pretty much all trails with ease and finesse. Stable at high speed yet equally responsive on technical slow climbs. Beautiful build quality with some nice individual touches. Great aftersales support & warranty.
Weaknesses:
Only gripe is that the Raw Carbon finish looks ace but take the time to protect it appropriately before heading out as the top layer lacquer is easily marked by rubbing cables etc.
Similar Products Used:
Bikes by Bontrager, Orange, Giant, Trek, Marin, Specialized & Scott.
I was cynical as this bike seemed too good to be true. After just a few rides the difference between this and my old full suspension rig was like chalk and cheese. The bike breeds confidence, inspires you to take different lines but never seems to bite you back for doing so. Lovely plush ride in all situations and more than XC Race competent. Quite simply the best bike i've ever owned and i've had a fair few. Ohh...and if looks are important to you, the Mojo is an absolute peach, turning heads everywhere it goes.
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John Segars
a Weekend Warrior
from Jefferson, GA USA Date Reviewed: November 14, 2007
Favorite Trail:
what's close?
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Purchased At:
Dahlonega Wheelworks
Strengths:
Climbing, stability, cornering, descents, you name it!
Weaknesses:
hmmm...could be a little less $$$.
Bike Setup:
XTR crank, fox, sram.
Bottom Line:
I was sold after the first demo ride. I was elated after the first real mountain ride and I'm completely satisfied after nearly a month in the saddle.
This beast could be dangerous for inexperienced riders cause it carves!!!
Honestly, I can say this....you don't 'ride' a mojo....you drive a mojo.
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Submitted by
bart
a Cross Country Rider
from tallahassee Date Reviewed: October 20, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Any one I am on
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$5500.00
Purchased At:
wrenchscience
Strengths:
Great looking, awesome handling over all types of terrain.
Weaknesses:
Everyone wants to ride it
Similar Products Used:
Ellsworth truth, ventana la bruja and salty, turner flux
Bike Setup:
Full xtr, king hubs with mavic 717 rims
Bottom Line:
I got my first mojo in Jan 06 and immediately fell in love with the aggresive ride that this bike provides. It really made me a better rider on the rooty trails that we have in north florida. After ten months on my original frame i decided to upgrade to a large frame and once again my passion is renewed (I was a little cramped on the med). I can keep up with my friends with minimal effort and riding this bike is like a dream. Pony up the money and get on the bandwagon because this bike is a piece of art that happens to take over terrain like a 4wd and corner like a porsche.
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Ed
a Cross Country Rider
from MA Date Reviewed: October 3, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Sidewinder
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Strengths:
Light, great confidence inspiring geometry, can wear many hats, handles flowy tight trails and rocky tech trails equally well
Weaknesses:
Not really a weakness, but I now get up at 5 A.M. to get in more rides during the week!
Similar Products Used:
Ibis steel mojo, Kona Kula and Cinder Cone, couple rental Giant adn kona duallies
Bike Setup:
XTR, easton xc-one wheels, hayes 9, 2.35 nevegals, 90mm stem,
Bottom Line:
I was looking at a Racer X or Ventana El Salt when this came out. Originally wanted a 4" suspension bike, not necessarily an "all-mountain"or "aggressive trail" rig but I couldn't find any reasons NOT to get this and Ibis has always had great customer service. They really impressed me with my steel mojo. When I got this mojo, there was definitely a learning curve coming from my light racing hardtail rig, but this bike was only around 25lbs., so the main thing was getting used to the suspension. After a couple rides of dialing it in and playing around with stem lengths I realized the potential of this bike. I started clearing all kinds of technical terrain I never came close on before. Tech climbs over tons of rocks/roots, drops, rollers didn't make me sweat and rock gardens that always caused a mess up somewhere along the line were easily cleared. The bike is so flexible in regards to set ups. I have my 2.1 tires and 100mm stem for Kingdom Trails and flowy singletracks/climbs and then I stick on my Stick-E 2.35's and a 90mm stem when I am crising through the tech terrain. This bike is so fun that I stopped training for XC races and decided to just get out and ride as many trails as I could. You will find that you don't need the propedal much, the bike climbs like crazy. Also, on descents picking a line is easy-almost anything can be tackled without weaving around obstacles. If anyone is thinking about getting a mojo feel free to email me with questions, it really is an amazing bike!
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Paul
a Cross Country Rider
from Seattle Date Reviewed: October 1, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Tahoe Rim Trail
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$1895.00
Purchased At:
Wrench Science
Strengths:
Stiff yet crazy light; extremely well-balanced; responsive without being twitchy; damped ride; solid
Weaknesses:
The finish is so sweet you hate to scratch it! Rear shifting is a bit sketchy under load.
Similar Products Used:
Turner 5-Spot, Ventana El Saltamontes, Santa Cruz Heckler
Bike Setup:
Pace carbon fork, XTR, Sram, Chris King/Mavic, Martas, Thomson
Bottom Line:
No way can a bike get 30-plus reviews ALL 10 CHILIS, I thought when I ordered the Mojo. I'll find SOMETHING wrong with this thing, even if it's a great bike. Well 3 months after getting the real article and riding it from sea level to 8k elevation on some of the Northwest's gnarliest trails, I'm still lookin'! The damping of carbon is often overlooked when talking about the Mojo, but the frame soaks up hits as much as the suspension. I have yet to use ProPedal on the RP23 because there's just no need, even when I'm climbing up 20-degree risers. My buddy, also a Mojo rider, has had recurring problems throwing his chain into the stay, and the only thing we can figure is he has a long-cage derailleur and mine is medium cage. Other than that, nada. I got some motorcycle paint protector tape and it does the job, but you can't wrap the whole frame and inevitable rubs and scratches are appearing. But performance is just so spot on. Hooking up on climbs, track-standing on tricky descents, ripping down sightlines, wow. All this and real customer service/support to boot! Are we living in a dream, lads? My Mojo is named Juju to keep the motif: Fetish. I can't believe I'm going with 10 chilis, but what alternative do I have? If this is a dream, don't wake me up...
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Submitted by
rick bult
a Weekend Warrior
from albany, ny Date Reviewed: September 15, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Stables in Saratoga Springs
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$5050.00
Purchased At:
WrenchScience
Strengths:
Amazing suspension in the DW Link and hands down the HOTTEST looking frame on the market.
Weaknesses:
Nothing yet
Similar Products Used:
Turner 5Spot w/DUC 32, Scott Ransom w/ Lyrik, Moment w/36 Float, Titus Moto Lite ExoGrid w/Fox Talas 130
Bike Setup:
Large nude frame w/RP23, Rock Shox Pike 454 Dual Air, Marta SL brake, Easton Havoc wheelset, XT cranks, X9 shifters/der's, Crank Acids and 2.35 Nevegals. 27.7 pounds
Bottom Line:
You can build this bike to be mad light, but we ride some pretty nasty terrain in the Northeast, so it has to take a beating. If I want lift service I've got a Gemini, but for anyplace else this bike is amazing.
I just came off the Turner 5 Spot (stolen unfortunately or fortunately depending how you look at it) and there really is no comparison. I'm easily 2-3 gears higher, clearing things I've never cleared, and riding much stronger. The bike corners much better, it just holds a line and rails. Super soft for little drops and rollers, but the big surprise for me was the Pike fork. It's amazing plush, just totally eats up any small roots, chatter bumps, and I've not found the bottom yet. The preload sag has to be the key because it felt really soft in the parking lot bouncing around, but when you ride its perfect.
Hats off to WrenchScience for delivering a bike that really was ready to ride right out of the box. Compared to the other bikes listed in "similar products used" I would tell you to spend the extra thousand dollars (or more) and get the Ibis, but the Mojo doesn't cost more than any of those bikes. $1,899 is a steal for this frame, Ibis could pump it up to $3,000 and still sell them all out, the frame is that good. Don't overlook a beefy build if you ride rough terrain, what else are you going to get under 28 pounds that delivers like this?
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Submitted by
David
a Cross Country Rider
from Albuquerque, NM Date Reviewed: September 10, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Whichever one I am on
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$5400.00
Purchased At:
LBS
Strengths:
It is a beautiful frame and it handles as good as it looks. Handles everything I throw at it. 5.5 inches of travel front and rear, 26.2 pounds-wow!
Weaknesses:
The chain guard fell off--minor problem. Ibis quickly sent me a new one.
I could not imagine liking a bike better than my Foes; however, the LBS had a Mojo for demo and I decided to try it out. A friend went with me and road the Foes so we could switch back and forth between them. The Mojo was better--climbing, descending, cornering, etc. I felt immediately connected to the bike in a way I have not on any other bike. I bought it, it was worth every cent and every bike I have tried since buying it has only confirmed my decision. It is a do almost anything (wouldn't want to subject it to DH or heavy free riding) bike that is light, fast, strong, beautiful and a bargain for the frame.
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Ibis415
a Cross Country Rider
from Fairfax, CA Date Reviewed: September 8, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Tamarancho Trails
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$3200.00
Purchased At:
Pac Bikes San Francisco
Strengths:
Stiff, responsive, great climbing ability, fantastic DH qualities for an all mountain, beautiful carbon frame, quiet, super robust, fast on the flats, fast on the uphill, fast on the DH, excellent value, motives me to ride harder, and again beautiful.
Weaknesses:
Hmm... No weaknesses with the bikes (so far), but plenty of weakness in my legs.
Similar Products Used:
2007 Specialized Stumpy, 07 Santa Cruz Superlight, Blur XC and LT. Rode a Ritchey for years.
Bike Setup:
I have the SL setup, and wish I had gone a little more custom. XT is fine, but SRAM X.O would have been better for the drive train. Thompson seatpost and stem. Easton bar.
Bottom Line:
I've been primarily a rode rider until I moved to Marin county in January 07. I decided to get a mountain bike for cross training, and tested the Stumpy and 3 different Santa Cruz rides. I liked the Superlight and the Stumpy a lot, and was about to purchase. I had seen the Ibis Mojo in the shop, but just didn't give it go. Well, the Santa Cruz was back ordered, so for the hell of it I tried the Ibis. Holy Crap Batman, the Ibis was crazy fun to ride. Ever since I bought the Mojo, I have pretty much hit the trails 4 times a week. My road bike (Cervelo R3) is starting to collect dust. The Ibis is not just a sexy piece of carbon, it is a stiff, nimble, all mountain dream! I hit Tamarancho single track all week long, and never do I feel like my Mojo isn't doing the trails justice. I just go for it, and my Mojo takes me there. I highly recommend testing one before hating on it. I know it's carbon, and people think it's not going to hold up... well I'm a big dude (195lbs), and demand a lot out of it, and have crashed it twice pretty big, and nothing has happened to the frame, only bruises and cuts to my body. For what you get, it's well worth the price tag!
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Submitted by
Bjedov Zeljko
a Cross Country Rider
from Ljubljana,Slovenia Date Reviewed: September 5, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Tosko celo
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Strengths:
Strength,lightness and beauty.
Weaknesses:
Impossible to buy another bike.
Similar Products Used:
Gary Fisher,Specialized Bib Hit,Jamis Dakar XLT...
I have feeling that between handlebars and seat is air and it is amazing how light,smooth,fast and responsive is this bike.The best toy you can imagine.And in the end spectacularly beautiful.I was lucky to own Ibis Mojo because I know how hard is to find a superb bike.Buy it.You will never regret.
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Submitted by
Dave
a Cross Country Rider
from Ann Arbor, MI, USA Date Reviewed: August 29, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Gooseberry Mesa, UT
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$5500.00
Purchased At:
Frame: Wrench Science
Strengths:
DW-LINK SUSPENSION, weight, nimble, climbs like a hardtail, descends like a 5.5" AM bike should, beautiful, quiet
Weaknesses:
Everyone wants to ride it. Clearcoat does chip if not protected.
Similar Products Used:
Specialized Epic, Enduro, Stumpy
Bike Setup:
RS Revelation dual-air, full XTR with dual-control, Thompson stem/seatpost, Ritchey carbon riser bar, DT wheelset
Bottom Line:
This bike is unbelievable. It makes me a better rider than I really am. What everyone says about the suspension and ride is completely true. It may not be perfect, but it is as close as any all mountain bike can get right now.
Is it cheap? No, but it is worth twice the price.
Does the finish chip? Yes, but no worse than any other bike that I have owned.
I have been in love with this bike from the first ride. From Michigan to Moab, it has performed flawlessly.
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TJ
a Cross Country Rider
from Ann Arbor, MI Date Reviewed: August 19, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Big Bear Lake, WV
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$2500.00
Purchased At:
Two wheel tango
Strengths:
Light, fast, feels like I am cheeting, great price for a bike of this caliber, feels strong, no flex to the frame.
Weaknesses:
The finish rubs off around where the cables are, needs frame protectors everywhere but I can deel with that for the awesome ride.
Similar Products Used:
Kona Dawg, King Kikapu, Gary Fisher Sugar,
Bike Setup:
Mavic sl, X.0 rear & grip shfters, Race face deus everything. 26 lbs
Bottom Line:
This bike is awesome. I am comming off a 24 pound King Kikapu 4" bike I thought was fast. This bike is even faster. It eats up the small stuff as well as the big hits. It feels like I could go off a 10 foot drop with no problems. I am a 165 pound guy and not in the best shape and it made me much faster than I realy am. I was afrad that it would not climb well being a 5.5" travel AM bike comming from a 4" XC bike. I was so suprised it climbs even better. The Fox rlc 140 rocks, sturdy, stiff, plush. I am so happy I had to write this review. I just hope the frame holds up, needs lots of tape and sticky spots. Anyone looking for a do it all, ride it all mountain bike should look no further, this is it.
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Submitted by
Crash
a
from Calgary, Alberta, Canada Date Reviewed: August 4, 2007
Marks up easy, some funny noises...like most of my other bikes.
Similar Products Used:
Kona: Hot, Stinky Primo, Hei Hei, Reflex Carbon.
Bike Setup:
SL: XT, RL, RP, X9, Crossmax.
Bottom Line:
Hard to beat for the value. It is incredible how this bike sucks up the bumps and deadin's the shock. Pretty typical for carbon. Climbs amazingly well, very rigid and efficient with power transfer. Very nimble and easy to flick, feels lighter then the 27.5 lbs claimed. The bike can do things the Primo does with the pedal efficiency of the hardtail. Absolutely no bob when the shocks sre locked out. This bike just makes me want to ride more! This bike is the true essence of the category "All Mountain", able to hit the 6 ft drops, technical descents, technical uphills and do the smooth single track...quickly! Crazy traction! The first bike I truely enjoy cleaning...the carbon lines are sweet! Crazy sweet bike!
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Chris
a Cross Country Rider
from Tucson, AZ Date Reviewed: August 4, 2007
Favorite Trail:
50 year, Milagrosa, Aspen Draw
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$2000.00
Strengths:
light, fast and fun - makes me want to quit my job and ride more epic trails!
Weaknesses:
I'm tired of carbon-fearing morons telling me it won't hold up. It does draws attention to itself - I feel the need to double lock it on my truck. And I wish it had a second waterbottle mount.
Similar Products Used:
Santa Cruz superlight, lots of steel and ti hardtails, etc. etc.
Bike Setup:
mid-weight xc - fox vanilla 130mm RLC, sram drivetrain, american classic wheels, thompson setback post etc. 27ish lbs? Plenty light.
Bottom Line:
This bike is a @#$%&! hoot! It's my new perfect epic ride bike. The DW link seems astounding - it feels very plush AND efficient - I turn the platform off unless I'm on the road - no need. It has fantastic traction, which lets me clean crazy climbs, and feels bottomless on the downhills. I now jump off lines I used to ride around, and the extra traction means my brakes work better! I went from 2.4 tires on my old ride to 2.0 tires on the Ibis and I still have more traction, forwards, backwards and sideways! The frame is gorgreous, tough as nails and incredibly latterally stiff. It carves better than anything I've ever ridden. It's not a bike for long, sustained sprints out of the saddle (I'm keeping my singlespeed hardtail for a few trails), and I wouldn't need it if I lived in a flat state, but I can't wait to ride it in a 24 hour race. I just finished a month of riding it in Arizona, Colorado, Washington, Oregon and Vancouver. It went from desert rocks to swooshy xc singletrack to mud fest and then serious North Shore insanity without missing a beat - like having three bikes on the rack instead of one! You'll love it.
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Submitted by
crappy
a Weekend Warrior
from san francisco, ca Date Reviewed: July 29, 2007
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Purchased At:
bikenut
Strengths:
light and agile. this is a great bike, especially for me since i'm 5'7" and about 155lbs...so the lower weight makes it better for me. dw link is great, especially on rolly single track.
Weaknesses:
i have chips all over this puppy even tho i used bonk protection over most of the underside of the bike...sucks because you see the carbon and scares me. they do give touch up paint but still....i wish they made the rear triangle out of aluminum or something and beefed up the parts that get abused (you need to tape up the rear so the chain slap is minimized).
Similar Products Used:
kona dawg deelux, santa cruz blur lt (demo), cannondale beast of the east
Bike Setup:
sram x.9 triggers and rear der, marzochhi am fork, mavic xm719 rims with hadley rear hub/hope front hub, syncros white low rise bar.
Bottom Line:
the decision: ok, so i was about 95% certain i was getting the blur lt. then the shop started getting the mojos and i decided to test ride after reading the reviews. it was seriously the most 'fitting' bike i've ridden...i can't describe it, but i felt 'in' the bike. again, i don't know if it's cuz i'm lighter and the less weight makes a difference or what but it's sweet. it blew away the blur lt in my opinion.
the worries: so it's carbon, and that had me flip floppin with the blur lt. i ride aggressive xc, and do light free-ride as well. but i decided this would be my trail bike, and i'll get a big bike for that when i do that type of riding (my poor kona was used for downhill and trail, and was beat to hell). so once i had that justification, and considering ibis seems super good on their warranty (check out the forum), i went with the mojo. so far i do have nicks in the paint, but the frame is not going to break for 99.9% of the riders doing typical mountain riding. if you're a good rider, take the step up. even if you're not smooth and willing to deal with the dings do it!
the ride: oh it's super plush and nice. the dw link feels good especially on rolly singletrack because it kinda pushes the bike. i hate climbing, and not good at it so i can't give any opinion, but others love the dw link for all of that. smooth as butter this guy, just point and it goes.
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Submitted by
Doug
a Cross Country Rider
from Calgary, AB, Canada Date Reviewed: July 18, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Gorge Creek
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$3500.00
Purchased At:
Calgary Cycle
Strengths:
Climbs like a billy goat, suspension is amazing
Weaknesses:
None so far.
Similar Products Used:
Rocky Mountain ETSX
Bike Setup:
IBIS SX kit with Avid Juicy Carbon brakes
Bottom Line:
I have had the bike for a few weeks now and the bike is amazing. Climbing on this bike is so much easier, the rear wheel just sticks to the ground. 5.5" of travel in a x-c bike is really great. Climbs far better than my old Rocky ETSX 70. I am still playing with the suspension set up for the downhills, I am not using all the travel yet.
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David
a Weekend Warrior
from San Diego, CA USA Date Reviewed: July 15, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Laguna
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$4000.00
Purchased At:
Cal-Coast Bikes
Strengths:
Light, strong, nimble, comfortable, huge travel, excellent component package, and stunningly beautiful. It's expensive, but the value for what you get is extremely high.
The company itself is awesome too... the founders talked to me personally when I was looking into the bike, and answered all my questions.
Weaknesses:
Gets compliments anywhere I go, so I don't leave it unattended for a minute. Because it's carbon, you should cover some areas (bottom of downtube, inner chainstays, lower seatstays) with 3m film to minimize scratches and nicks.
Similar Products Used:
Specialized Stumpjumper
Bike Setup:
Mojo SX package, with upgraded wheels - handbuilt Chris King / Mavics.
Bottom Line:
Climbs like a mountain goat on crack. Soaks up anything I can dish out. Looks amazing (I have the raw carbon version).
Don't fear the carbon. I tend to break things and taco wheels (I'm 6'-3" 250) and this bike has held up through all sorts of abuse - including endos onto rocks - with only scratched topcoat.
I'd say this bike is overkill for some, but if your rides include everything from steep technical climbs and swoopy singletrack to rooty rough downhill, it'll do it.
After I got the bike, two of my five riding partners bought Mojos too, and they're riders with 20+ years of riding.
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Submitted by
Drew
a Cross Country Rider
from San Ho, CA, USA Date Reviewed: July 11, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Demo or UCSC
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$1800.00
Purchased At:
Trailhead
Strengths:
As others have mentioned, this bike is very laterally stiff & goes exactly where you point it. They absolutely nailed the geometry & riding position for XC & trail riding. The DW link & propedal make this bike climb like a champ yet it's still quite plush on the decent. It feels very solid for such a light frameset.
Weaknesses:
Can be a bit twitchy on fast & technical descents. I think this is due to the lightweight nature of the bike (mine is a dirty 27lbs.) Small price to pay for such a great all around ride.
Similar Products Used:
Ellsworth ID
Bike Setup:
Guiness Foam Mojo, Fox 140RLC fork & DHX 5 Air, Sram XO drivetrain, Juicy Ultimates, Bontrager carbon bars/stem/post, Chris King wheelset
Bottom Line:
I have an original 1997 steel Mojo hardtail (w/the 'hand job') & wanted to build my dream trail bike to keep it company. So I sold my Ellsworth ID & built up the Guiness Foam special. Words can't describe how much I like the new Mojo & all the bits I put on it. It climbs as well as its hardtail brother & descends faster than the ID. The DHX air upgrade is well worth the 200g for the increased modulation & the larger air chamber makes for a plusher ride.
The Mojo is hands down the most beautiful mtn. bike I have EVER seen in my 20 yrs. of riding. I almost cried after my first ride when I saw what the chain slap did to the rear triangle. I highly recommend wrapping the top & bottom of the drive side triangle with a tube before you hit the dirt.
It's not a cheap ride, but the best never is...
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sean murray
a Weekend Warrior
from rio verde, az Date Reviewed: July 4, 2007
Favorite Trail:
#24
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$3400.00
Purchased At:
spokesman santacruz
Strengths:
light, fast and climbs like a billy goat.
Weaknesses:
none that i have found yet. maybe some slight chain rub
Similar Products Used:
gary fischer HT, Stumpy 2004, turner 5-spot HL w/pike dual air u-turn & pushed fox shock.
Bike Setup:
stock SX build with talas fork
Bottom Line:
Fast, really fast for an all mountain bike. Coming downhill i have to stop myself from slamming on the brakes to prevent myself from going off the ledge several times.
Carves like a knife, almost like you are on slalom ski's.
Climbs a hair better than my 5-spot due to the overall weight. It's all in the pedaling, no wasted motion whatsoever.
Not as plush as the 5-spot on downhills or rockgardens, but definitely no slouch and goes so fast on downhills that you cant help but smile from ear to ear.
I wont say that this is better than the 5-spot, rather it is different and more in between the flux and 5-spot with the best of both worlds. Talas fork is defintely the fork to get on this bike.
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Greg Bassett
a Weekend Warrior
from Somerset County, NJ Date Reviewed: July 4, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Waywayanda St. Park, Allamuchy, Washington Valley (Chimney Rock)
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$5500.00
Purchased At:
wrenchscience.com
Strengths:
Light, stiff and plush. Truly an amazing machine.
Weaknesses:
Long, LONG wait time to get the bike. Ibis only makes a few at a time, but the product is extremely high!
Bike Setup:
Float RLC front, RP23 Rear, Mavic 819 wheelsets, Chris King hubs, XTR crank/BB, Avid Juicy Ultimate brakes. FSA carbon seatpost, Monkeylite XC bars. Kenda Blue Groove tires.
Bottom Line:
This bike is amazing! Just had it delivered yesterday, and went out and hammered some of my regular trails. I was instantly faster, more stable and much, much more confident on the bike. Climbing was amazing. Easily 3-4 bigger gears on most climbs. The ProPedal (rear) and lockout (front) work really well on climbs and through the flats. Descending is a dream. This bike replaces my 2003 Giant NRS2 so there isn't a lot of comparison.
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Mike
a Weekend Warrior
from Australia Date Reviewed: June 25, 2007
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$4000.00
Strengths:
Light weight, awesome handling, smooth quiet ride, and great looks.
Weaknesses:
SX build: * Hayes HFX-9 brakes don't belong on a top-end bike like this. * Naked carbon finish can scratch/chip easily apparently - so it's a shame to have to put a lizard skin on it. * Float forks don't seem to get full travel unless you run very low pressures - that's more of an issue for Fox, rather than Ibis though.
Similar Products Used:
Giant Reign, SC Blur XC
Bike Setup:
Standard SX build except for Juicy 7 brakes, XT cassette, lay-back seatpost & Mavic tubeless X819 wheelset (on XT hubs).
Bottom Line:
Because of a lack of availablilty, I had to buy the mojo of the strength of reviews only. Even then I had to wait months for it to arrive. Fortunately it was well worth the wait, the Mojo is an awesome ride.
I was thinking about buying an ex-demo (near new) Santa Cruz Blur LT (also based only on reviews) when I found about about the Mojo. But decided for an extra US$500 a new Mojo would a better option. I still haven't ridden a Blur LT, so can't compare unfortunately.
My previous bike was an 06 Giant Reign 2, so I was used to a nice smooth ride thanks to it's virtual pivot style suspension. The Mojo however is even smoother, possibly due to the carbon frame. It's definately a very quite ride, except for the occasional chain slap.
The other major thing that strikes me about the ride is the handling. Even with the standard 2.1 Nevegal tyres, it corners better than my Reign which was running 2.35 tyres.
I wasn't so keen on the Hayes HFX-9 brakes on the SX build so swapped those before leaving the shop. I also swapped the Crossride wheelset for a Mavic X819 tubeless wheelset, as I wanted something strong enough for real all-mountain riding. I also swapped the straight seatpost for a setback one (at 176cm I've got a medium frame, so it was either a setback post or get a large frame with the standard post).
For the type of bike that the Mojo is, I think it's great value. The naked carbon finish looks fantastic and gets lots of attention. But best of all, it's fast, light, smooth, and a pleasure to ride.
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Frank
a Weekend Warrior
from Las Cruces, NM Date Reviewed: June 17, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Porcupine Rim (haven't tried it on this bike)
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$1900.00
Purchased At:
(frame) Crazy Cat Cyclery (Redd Rock)
Strengths:
Incredibly light for a long travel bike. Super plush ride with absolute minimal extra work. Tears up hills and is easily maneuvered over technical sections on climbs. Descending is a dream as the Mojo just gracefully soaks up anything in it's way. Because of its light weight and great body position, you can jump or bunny hop over anything you might need to in order to keep speed. After putting on Specialized Resolution UST (2.3) at 25psi handling is sick!!!! The Mojo is also a piece of art.
Weaknesses:
I agree with other reviewers that any chip or nick is so painful. Taping it up is essential and a slight pain.
Similar Products Used:
Jamis XLT 2.0 (2004)
Bike Setup:
Mojo medium with carbon/clear coat, Fox Float RLC fork, Fox RP23 shock, XTR (975 wheels, cranks, derailleurs, cassette, chain), Specialized Resolution UST (2.3), Magura Marta SL (red), Easton EC90 seatpost, Selle Italia SLR seat, Cane Creek IS-8, FSA OS 115 stem (90mm), Ritchey WCS Carbon Rizer, Sram Rocket grip shift, and Crank Bros. Candy pedals
Bottom Line:
What a fun bike. If you ride cross country with some aggression on descents this bike is great. I doubt that it's built to do too much free riding but I have felt very comfortable doing drops upto 3ft or so. I have only recently tried the Pro Pedal technology on the RP23 and it does help save some energy on longer climbs but unless your trying to keep up with hardtailers, there's not much need for it. Since I have found my tire of choice making high speed turns is amazing. I guess because the bike is so light and the riding posion is faily aggressive (without sacrificing climbing traction) I have been letting go of brakes and catapulting through turns on hardpack covered with loose gravel. I would absolutely recommend this bike to someone who wants a true all purpose bike and is willing to spend a few bucks. It is light and spry enough to keep climbers or true cross country riders happy while being aggressive enough to allow for some fast descents over a variety of technical terrain. Ibis is very consumer friendly and easy to work with. My frame had a small air bubble in the clear coat and the guys at Crazy Cat called Ibis and they guaranteed that if it spread even a fraction of a millimeter that they would replace the frame no questions asked (they recorded the complaint and serial number).
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Sam
a Cross Country Rider
from Santa Cruz, Ca Date Reviewed: June 14, 2007
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$3500.00
Purchased At:
Spokesman Bicycles, Santa Cruz
Strengths:
Really light, descends, climbs, even jumps to a certain extent.
Weaknesses:
Price, could ship with a stiffer fork.
Similar Products Used:
Santa Cruz Blur, Nomad, Specialized Enduro
Bike Setup:
Fox Float 140 RL
Bottom Line:
This bike is far superior to any 6-inch bike I have ever tried. On the climbs, it is almost perfectly locked out, while it has nearly bottomless rear wheel travel. It has a low bottom bracket allowing for tighter turns, and they nailed the head tube angle. Also, the kits it ships with are killer. Even the lowest-cost kit is equipped with XT and X9 components. However, the Fox fork it ships with is a tad flexy. One odd brush stroke in an otherwise flawless work of art.
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Peter Tagliamonte
a Cross Country Rider
from North Bay, Ontario, Canada Date Reviewed: June 12, 2007
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$5800.00
Purchased At:
Calgary Cycle
Strengths:
Light, comfortable riding position, good turning stability, responsive, quite nibble and quick
Weaknesses:
Carbon bike parts crack and splinter when crashed against rocks
Similar Products Used:
Ibis Silk-Ti, Rocky Mountain
Bike Setup:
Full XTR including wheels
Bottom Line:
I am coming from an Ibis Silk-Ti which is an amazing bike (five stars at least). I do trail riding nothing complicated or technical, so the Mojo is probably not in its best element with my riding style. It was switching back and forth between bikes to see how they compare. The Mojo is very comfortable and a real joy to ride. It has an excellent riding position and is more comfortable then the Silk-Ti. The Silk-Ti is however actually about an average 1km/hr faster on the same trail lap but not as nibble or quick at turning as the Mojo. I give the Mojo 5 stars as it compares well and surpasses the Silk-Ti in some areas. It also probably looks cooler then the Ti. In the end it makes you look forward to riding, its a great bike.
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Al
a Weekend Warrior
from Pasadena, CA Los angeles Date Reviewed: June 2, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Aliso wood
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$2000.00
Purchased At:
The Bike Company, OC get 1 there!!!
Strengths:
Plush, look so cool, Climbing, descending, cornering, well it look so cool and it's Ibis. Oh! it's very quiet.
Duc32, I9 enduro, Marta SL, speedball W/remote, FSA carbon handle bar, Sram X.O, XTR F der and cranks, WeirWolf 2.3, WTB saddle, ODi grip, Acid 2 pedal
Bottom Line:
The bike is a joy to ride. great climber not hardtail-like but good all around climber, my other Mavericks climb more like a hardtail even the ML8, but I have no complaint. (I thinks I'm too used to the Mavs.) The Mojo begs you to get out of the saddle and hammer. Spot on geometry, comfortable position.
This bike descend like a dream, very plush, although, I've never get to use full travel yet, but I know it will kick a$$. It soaks up brake ruts like you are on a hardpack. I could have build it around 24 lbs with carbon post, and 2.1 tire w/stan's but I figured, I give a little for the comfort of remote seatpost and wide grippy tire.
Thanks to the team at The Bike Company who made it posible to fit Duc32 to the small frame, great job!
I only have about 15-20 rides on this baby and already love the way it feel. It's a do it all bike. I will post follow up review later.
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Matt
a Cross Country Rider
from Pocatello, ID Date Reviewed: June 2, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Not tellin'
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Strengths:
Efficient, plush, responsive, light, etc., etc. . . .
Weaknesses:
Not the bike's fault, but my Fox Float RLC doesn't give near its full range of travel
Similar Products Used:
Demoed Motolite and Yeti 575
Bike Setup:
Standard SLX build - all XTR
Bottom Line:
Incredible machine that seems to excel at everything (though I am not sure how it handles in the air upside down). I am faster (and happier) at everything I do, which has its liabilities (my wife and dog are both pretty bummed that they are that they are not that much slower). One thing that I have heard others say, and that is very distinctive of this ride is how silent it is...add to that how effortless it just goes about handling everything and you almost forget the bike altogether.
For me, the motolite is a close one, and I would have been completely psyched with it as well (great climber and similar feel), but this felt even better (despite what is a short top tube and more upright ride than I am used to, but once I moved the seat back, this bike fit incredibly well).
The float rlc feels good and has great adjustsments, but no matter what I do, I can't even get 4" of travel out of this supposed 5.5" travel fork...still working on getting that addressed.
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steele
a Cross Country Rider
from vermont Date Reviewed: May 29, 2007
Favorite Trail:
waterbury
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$5500.00
Purchased At:
wrenchscience
Strengths:
climbing, decending, lightweight
Weaknesses:
really, nothing...
Similar Products Used:
stumpjumper fsr, santa cruz superlight, turner burner
Bike Setup:
size large, fox 32 talus, xo/xtr 970 mix, marta sl, stans olympic/laserdisc lite hubs, thompson, fizik, ergon, nevegals w/stans
Bottom Line:
The best bike I have ever had or ridden. I live in Vermont and mostly ride cross country. No huge drops/jumps/stunts. The riding here is very hilly, with lots of roots and rocks. This bike is perfect for my type of riding. Lots of travel, light weight...a perfect combination. The only time a might miss the Burner at all is on long jeep road climbs, but even then...maybe I don't miss it. This bike makes technical climbs much easier. The rear suspension just plain hooks up going uphill, making all difficult climbs easier. Going downhill has completely changed for me. No more avoiding larger rocks and roots, no longer changing my line....just bombing straight down the middle. The bike soaks it all up, and I am sure as my confidence continues to grow, so will the speed.
The result of getting this bike is that my roadbike and SS are sitting more. I LOVE this bike. The only problem with this bike is buying it without seeing or riding it. Thanks to all who review, and especially those of the Ibis message board. Buy this bike; you will not be disappointed.
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