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#561 ·
skinnybex said:
No regrets whatsoever. I'll tell you that I believe these bikes are really similar and I have a demo setup on an SB130 in October at a Yeti Event so I'll know how they compare H2H then.

The Ripmo is so much fun and rides much smaller that the 160/145mm travel would leave you to believe as it pedals great and is snappy and lively and turns very well for a long wheelbase Bike.

It's very composed on chunder and chunk as well and feels solid on the steep stuff as well. Very good All around choice.
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How is it compared to the SB5.5 ?

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#564 ·
Grrrr. Ordered my Ripmo on June 1st. Word yesterday is that it's now looking like mid-November to actually get it. Ibis was giving the "QA issues" excuse for the delay.
 
#565 ·
bikedrd said:
I called Ibis, and they said 32 max. Visually, 32 is close, so I wonder about 34 and 36. Anyone actually fitted one of those sizes?

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Running an AB oval 32t, seems pretty close to the chainstay. Wouldn't want it closer. Think it equals about 34t on the biggest part. So 34 should be possible but with not so good clearance.
 
#567 ·
tcusick said:
Liquidmantis that sucks. Did you order directly from Ibis? Anyone heard or experienced QA issues with these?
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No, I went through my LBS to spend money with them. I was told the same thing back in the day when I ordered my HDR (had to wait a couple of months for it, too.) Back then it was paint issues.
 
#570 ·
Torn between the GX build as-is or the NX build w/added Fork upgrade (Grip 2). Thoughts? I like to upgrade and knowing me in 2 years time ill have a new drivetrain regardless of which way I go. I also cannot stand Shimano brakes...
Also, I have a 2015 Carbon XO GXP crankset new in box I've held on to for a while. Its obviously not Boost.. can I use this crankset with no issues?
 
#571 ·
JDUBku, I'd take the wheel upgrade on NX any day. The difference between NX and GX is 280g, whereas the difference between the wheel weights is 245g. However, you'll save way more moment of inertia with the wheels than with the difference in groupsets, and I think that will make a more marked improvement. I've been running the NX build since June, and performance has been flawless (well, except for poor shifting the derailleur bolt worked its way partially out from the hanger, but that's user error). That said, I've really liked the Al wheels. Just dented one on the Whole Enchilada this weekend, but 10s with a crescent wrench and it's good as new.
 
#572 ·
I was thinking wheels too but I only have the funds for one upgrade. I can either upgrade the fork and/or shock , or just the wheels. I was thinking the Suspension would be the wiser move but I'm not sure. I demoed the GX and had no issues with the suspension, but after reading all the comments on the Ripmo I got the impression that the suspension upgrade was the way to go.
 
#574 ·

Finally got mine after a several month wait. Performance shock and Factory Grip 2 fork. Full XX1 with Guide Ultimate brakes, ENVE stem and bar, 170mm KS Lev dropper, SDG saddle, ENVE 635 wheels with Rekon 2.6 tires (another set will have DHF/Aggressor combo), Look S-Track ti pedals. Sits at 27.5 pounds just like this, with the pedals. Had my first ride on it yesterday and after getting used to the forward position am a YUGE believer in steep seat tube angles for trails that are steep up and down. Climbing position is fantastic and front tire weighting during cornering has never been easier.
 
#578 ·
Just finishing up getting the parts for my Ripmo build. The last part I have to acquire is wheels and just wanted to get opinions concerning the Ibis 942 wheels. Seems like a very nice wheelset that complements the Ripmo very well. My only question is whether to pony up for the i9 hub version or go with the less expensive Ibis brand hubs?

Any thoughts?
 
#579 ·
propulsionclimbing said:
Just finishing up getting the parts for my Ripmo build. The last part I have to acquire is wheels and just wanted to get opinions concerning the Ibis 942 wheels. Seems like a very nice wheelset that complements the Ripmo very well. My only question is whether to pony up for the i9 hub version or go with the less expensive Ibis brand hubs?

Any thoughts?
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Pros:
- super fast engagement
- sound like theyre dripping with quality, especially when youre just wheeling the bike around slow walking next to it - very satisfying noise IMO
- feel like theyre dripping with quality
- if you buy them you cant regret not buying them
- loud so people hear you coming (you can also just pedal to silence them at certain times, which I hadn't considered before I got mine and I do a decent amount)
- a touch lighter

Cons:
- $500 more
- loud (definitely quite a bit louder than the 54T ratchet upgraded DT350 I used to have)
- Ibis hubs are still pretty fine/great and quieter and you might never wish you got i9 (I just demoed them a couple times)

I went with i9 mainly so I wouldnt have potential regrets. after having them I really like them, im not disappointed I got them but also wouldnt mind having the ibis hubs.
I was concerned about the loudness but I actually prefer it so I don't have to be dinging bells at people so much

I ride where there is lots of technical steep uphill single track - if that sounds like your area thats probly more reason to lean i9 as you might notice the slightly quicker engagement more. I notice engagement over my old dt350 54T but not to a 'game changer' extent (altho cant be sure if I rode 350 again whether itd bother me)

To sum it up - tough call
 
#580 ·
propulsionclimbing said:
Just finishing up getting the parts for my Ripmo build. The last part I have to acquire is wheels and just wanted to get opinions concerning the Ibis 942 wheels. Seems like a very nice wheelset that complements the Ripmo very well. My only question is whether to pony up for the i9 hub version or go with the less expensive Ibis brand hubs?

Any thoughts?
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The 942's are sweet, love them. Running I9's to I9 Enduro wheels on my Knolly. Running Ibis hubs to the 942's on my Ripmo.

LOVE the I9 engagement, it is significantly more instant/precise and cannot be matched with any other hub. Especially on the Ripmo where it feels like the bottom bracket is a little lower and there is slightly higher tendency to pedal strike therefore more need to time your pedal strokes.

Sometimes I don't like the noise, but I really do like not having to announce myself to hikers or other riders. It is a small detail but it is there.

The Ibis hubs are fine, but the reality is they do lack the two things listed above. If I could do over again I would go I9's on the Ripmo.
 
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