Ibis' $3,000 Ripley AF Review: Precise AF | 2021 Pinkbike Field Trip
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- Опубліковано 14 лип 2024
- The Ibis Ripley AF is a full degree slacker than its carbon sibling but also a few pounds heavier. How does all that add up on the trail? Watch and find out!
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0:00 - Intro
04:22 - Setup
05:38 - Climbing
07:06 - Descending
09:13 - Components
10:00 - Pros
10:38 - Cons
11:19 - Verdict
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Levy I just want to say that anytime my dog hears your voice he comes running, must love really pinkbike
Looking forward to PB doing Saturday Sends from the actual moon.
Road gap? Pfft...today we gap an entire sea! And plant the Canadian flag.
OMG , You all look like brother and sister . Thanks for taking the time to make this video and keep up the good work !
I'm glad we had a chance to hear the dude's opinion.
Was eagerly waiting for this review (saving the best for last?). Pretty much confirms what I was hoping so now I can tell my wife I need to get it.
Love this one ... gotta get one! My favourite out of this field test! I'll upgrade the brakes to 4 pots ...
Proud new owner of a new Ibis Ripmo AF dressed in metal and fitted in NGX Eagle. DVO Diamond SC1 fork and Jade X w/ coil. A sick enduro rig!
Deeply appreciated this review, confirming what I thought--it's a go, as a frameset. Mine will feature a Wren fork with about 140mm travel, but I'll use it for the intended type of wooded trails. I hope routing cables won't present a big hassle.
I’ve been looking for a mtb that’s under 4 grand and these more budget review vids are great !!
I'm glad keep bringing up the wandering bite point on Shimano brakes. My XT' are bloody awful for it, they warrantied my levers for it but it's still no better
Stoked for "Field Trip Mars Edition."
Can we get a montage of the faces Levy makes whilst going downhill?
I screen shot his face for my pfp
Love my Ripmo AF. Bet this Ripley would be a good purchase too
Great review and sums this bike up perfectly. I’m loving mine and it’s killer on the climbs and a scalpel on the way down. Glad I got my NGX build before the $200 price hike. Still would recommend this bike despite the price increase.
pre-order the deore build from jensen in feb. and it shipped today and was only $2999, i wasnt upcharged the extra $200 - cant wait to rip this ripley
Looking forward to getting one soon!
Awesome that I'm not the only SpaceX nerd around here!! SN15 FTW!
Mine's ordered, will be my first dual suspension MTB. Stoked!
Same!!
Congrats! Did they say how long until it ships?
@@wrxtc82 June/July for mine; I'm also on lists for a Tallboy AL because I can't decide between them (thoughts welcome) and one may come through early June
Same here, lucked out and got mine Feb 10th, you won’t be disappointed.
Have ridden the carbon Ripley a bunch and it’s a super fun bike, am sure the aluminum is just the same! I have XT brakes on all my bikes and have for years and none of them have this wandering bite point. I find them totally consistent across XC, big mountain enduro, park days…
Excellent Bike, can't wait to have mine!
Ripley sounds great for Florida riding.
I went with a Trek Fuel EX, and really wish I had the option to test more bikes like you guys.
My Buddy has one and it does everything NC has to offer and then some. Not as fast as an enduro sled on the downs but he keeps up with the group on 140-150mm rigs.
My favorite bike of the lot. 🤩
My Ripmo AF rattled bad. It was the internal routed cables. I pulled tension where they come out and put double zip ties on cables. No more internal rattle.
Have seen nothing but good reviews on this ride. Have one on order....can't wait!!
Congrats 👍
What have they told you regarding that order? My shop hasn't received one in months and they've been told not to expect anything until next year.
@@randys3010 I was told I was "next in line" from JensonUSA....we'll see about that. They told me early June...we'll see about that also. I'm not holding my breath on any of this. In fact I just got a good deal on a older Santa Cruz Tallboy that I'm loving so I'm not in a huge rush anyway. I'll probably still buy the Ripley when it becomes available. Figure if I don't like it, it'll sell overnight.
Pulling a slight vacuum at the caliper usually dislodges a stubborn bubble or two and solves the wandering bite point of Shimano brakes. Try it out for yourself.
holy everyone look at 0:52 when the bike bottoms out the back tire literally hits the back of the frame
WOW! Ouch!
Also, 8:55 - wondering if tire rub is going to be a regular occurrence when you get to the end of the travel 😒
Yup. That’s absolute wank on a 3k bike. Crap.
Rubs the back of the seat but doesn’t rub the seat tube though it gets close. Carbon Ripleys will clear Schwalbe 2.6s but Maxxis 2.6s will rub the link near bottom out.
@@biznatcho7 but if you look closely you can actually see the bike slowing on impact because the tire rubs and slows it down
Picked one of these up in March in the SRAM build. Thought about selling it and have gotten tons of offers at what I bought it for.
Thanks for the video, I was torn between a Ripley and Ripmo and I tend to plow through instead of carefully picking lines, should probably pass on the Ripley as per video!
I am told that SLX brakes don’t have the vague bite point - but the higher end models do. I had some Deore brakes and the bite point was slightly variable, but nothing like XT. So odd that Shimano hasn’t sorted this out. Their brakes are awesome otherwise.
Note the Ripley AF is supposed to be shipping with Deore 4 piston brakes going forward so that one negative has already been remedied! Also it is a Fox Performance not Rhythm fork and no comment on the Wheelset that comes on this vs. the other bikes in the test?
It's not 3 grand anymore either
@@CST-ft9dv Nope, $3,199 now.
I finally got a Ripley AF as of August 2021, yes at $3199, and it did NOT come with 4-piston M6120 Deore brakes as confirmed by the bike shop I bought it from. They are building it with Deore M6100 2-piston. Really a bummer, was hoping the 4-piston rumor was true. The bike shop said they 'may' have them for 2022, but for 2021 so far it is not true... unless it was a 'free' upgrade due to supply issues, which is a big problem right now. I'm got offered to upgrade to the SLX 4piston M7120 and it's very enticing for $150. Anyways, my inquiry with the bikeshop had them speak with an Ibis rep, and the rep actually corrected the Ibis website to now show "M6100 2piston" as of Aug 2021 for the Deore build.
Yes, Mike. We're gonna see humans on mars and on the moon again in our lifetime. That's really exciting
Once I have the money this will be my next bike
Bite point never changes on my Saints...
I built a custom Ripley AF. Fox factory 140mm fork, factory dps in rear. I9/Hydra wheels/hubs. Sram XO1 kit. Size L 28.0 pounds. Its absolutely amazing.
nice! What tires?
@@gregcavanaugh6259 recon/dissector
@@barryf861 nice! That's the exact combo I've been meaning to try...just can't find a good deal on a 2.4 Dissector. My Intense Primer is also around 28lbs, but that's a carbon frame.
So, no one's going to mention the clearly visible tyre hitting the ST in the huck to flat test? :-\
Yeah that’s just an instant dealbreaker. 100% unacceptable in a modern mountain bike
What’s an ST?
@@chadrides914seat tube.
@@chadrides914 seat tube
I want one now wish I can pick one up soon
Amazing bike and would be the go to trail bike, unfortunately £3400 here in the UK is a rip off. £400 more expensive than loads of even big name bike brands, but with a lower spec. When the Ripmo came out it was actually really competitive spec and price, but for some reason they changed this on the Ripley.
Interesting point from Mike about Shimano brakes and the bite point changing, I’ve got higher end xt brakes that have that same issue but cheaper versions on another bike and the bite point is far more consistent, go figure?
Lol I work in Boca on Starship, still love mountain bikes. Hopefully we can on mars too
Love the review. Thank you. I saw you guys in Tucson with a Kona. How do you think this bike would do in Tucson trails?
Would be good if it actually cost AUD equivalent of $3000 USD here in Australia, with current exchange rate is like $3800 AUD but no local distributors add $1500 AUD for importation, bringing Deore build cost up to $5200, which doesn't make the Ripley AF a value alloy trail bike option in Australia. Polygon Siskiu T8 manufactured more locally in Indonesia is $3500, with better spec. I'd rather ride the Ripley AF but not for almost $2K more, you can get a Giant Trance X Advanced Pro 2 on sale for that kind of coin.
Thx for the setup details,what's your weight Mike at the moment just wondering,mentioned 77ish psi front.
Thx for the vidro
In Australia -
Ibis Ripley AF (Deore) - $5,850
Polygon Siskiu T8 - $3,599
I'm curious; have you ever had ths problem with the XT range? I've been using them for years and never came across this problem myself, though I often heard it said.
Gotta do the Yt jeffsy core 2 when they have some in stock
Similar specs at 200 less
I am running shimano 8120s and I have never had this wandering bite point issue. I am guessing I am lucky and hoping it is not something that crops up eventually on them because I love these anchors.
Same, I’ve rode so many Shimano brakes new and old and never had any issues. On the other hand I couldn’t tell you a single set of Sram/Avid brakes that I haven’t had an issue with.
I really wanted a Ripley AF for my second bike to compliment my more Enduro focused sled, but since none were to be found I ended up somehow finding a 2021 Specialized Stumpjumper Comp Carbon and jumping on it. Sadly it was $1000 more than I the Ripley AF, but at least it has a carbon frame and 7000 series Shimano SLX components instead of the 6000 series Deore on the AF, so a moderate upgrade there for my $$.
How are you liking the sj? I’m debating between these two bikes-
@@danielray1558 It is a fantastic bike. I made a few updates (carbon bars, new stem, lighter wheels, 210mm dropper, Fox Elite fork/shock, better tires ). Now it is just under 28lbs and an absolute rocket. I still prefer my long travel bike for super chunky stuff or bigger hits, but everything else, the Stumpy is better.
I'd love to know how this compares to an optic. As much as they're such different intentioned bikes they comprise my entire short list, pluses for the ripley being price and efficiency, where as the optic allows for more aggressive riding across more types of terrain.
Pretty sure I can't go wrong but I feel like even adding10mm to the ripley fork will still leave me wanting in the travel department.
Anyone have any insight?
What did you end up getting?
Please review the Canyon Spectral 125!
Confirmed: Levy going to Mars.
Great VIdeo & Bike, but pls tell the weight in kg too, its difficult to follow if you are not used to pounds:)
No mention of difference between carbon and aluminum (wt obviously). Is the carbon worth the extra $$ especially coming off an older aluminum Superfly. Thanks for your vid’s
That cable routing…
The tyre most definitely rubs the frame at full bottom out
Spec info still wrong. No slx on production deore build, and both available builds have 34 performance, not rhythm. Says it right there on your sticker. US bikes also come with maxxis rubber
Awesome video!
I rode the V1 Ripley for years before I switched to a V1 Ripmo. I was soooo torn between getting a newer Ripley Vs. moving onto the Ripmo. What made me side with the RIpmo was the stability on descents and not having to decide so much on line choice. At the same time, I love them both equally! It's like having two kids!!...LOL.
What's very interesting, is when I got my Ripmo, I would alternate bikes on rides. I found I could ride the Ripley better after spending time on the RIpmo. Maybe, Pros train on the RIpmo, and race the Ripley?
Regarding the Ripley AF: What is the stability like? Is it identical to the Ripley's reputation?
I wouldn't mind getting another Ripley as a back up bike.
Quick question: I notice Levy keeps mentioning the bite issue on Shimano brakes? Are there brands that are better in this department? I run SLX 4 Piston, and sometimes feel I'm not getting the bite as Levy mentions ( Please answer this question!) :-).
Get the sram Code, in my opinion the best brake for the money!
My Magura MT5s are also a good Option. But i must say the shimano Brakes bite damn nice, when they bite 😄
Mind boggling that I've had my Ripmo AF on order since September and about to enter another prime season with my 2008 Scalpel. 😒
They should do bike reviews of 3 or 4 k
Curious why someone would get the Ripley AF instead of the Ripmo AF. Both bikes are so heavy if you are going to lug all that weight seems like you might as well get the Ripmo AF which is only slightly heavier but has loads more capability.
Soooo...Levy liked it? I couldn't be certain. 😬
Is it essentially a scaled down Ripmo? Looks super similar...
Thanks for another great review! Just curious about how the size large bike rode compared to the medium frames of the other bikes in this test field. Was there a noticeable difference? I think I'm right between a medium and a large so any help here would be greatly appreciated.
what did you end up going with?
@@groovy4938 I ended up going with the size large. My bike just arrived about a month ago so I've had a chance to put some miles on it. The large was absolutely the right choice for me at 5'10" and about 165 lbs. It climbs like a beast and was totally worth the wait. I hope this helps you out. Cheers!
@@christopherthornburgh2418 Might be getting a large Santa Cruz Bronson this week, thankyou man, ride safe!
How would you guys compare it to Rocky Element A30 which seems to have similar setup to Ripley AF with deore.
Looks like a Specialized Status 140 2021
Thought on the Ripley AF SLX at $4300!!??...for PNW trails, I'm not a "shredder".
The Ripley is 2 thousand more than the other full suspension bikes in Australia
What the best budget carbon 29er out now? Need to upgrade from 26er
Can you review the norco fluid fs1?
Ripley vs Spur? any thoughts?
Who's Annie, why is she squatting, and what does that have to do with bike suspension?
Space bikes. SPACE BIKES!
Deore groupSet for my Birthday 😇🤗
happy birthday my guy!
I wish someome gift me Deore group set 😪
is it very loud with that old school cable routing ?
Question? Why doesn't Pinkbike review Scott bikes? Spark/Genius/Ransom/Gambler...
So as of December 2021, a Ripley AF in SLX build is $4100. Did it seriously go up $1,100 in less than a year?
It’s now $4300 for the AF SLX and the AF Deore is $3800. What a joke.
I am 63 and am wanting a good bike just for riding trails, nothing crazy. I only ride for exercise, so I don’t need the top of the line bike to do crazy stuff. What bike would y’all recommend around the $2,000 range?
Had a Giant Stance before my Ripley. It was excellent
Where do you buy this bike for $3k? I haven’t seen it.
Is there a shelf life to an aluminum frame? Someone told me they will fail after so many years.
Not in that sense. Aluminum is highly susceptible to fatigue cracking. Steel, Ti, and carbon will keep going and going until you snap the frame. Every time you ride an aluminum frame though, you’re slowly eating into its fatigue lifespan.
Ive had a 2013 giant trance x 3, its done thousands of km of road biking, cross country, Enduro and even lift assisted downhill trails and there havent been any signs of fatigue in the frame. I wouldn't worry about it
Please help ! This bike tho I was looking at the 3400 one looks like the perfect bike for me I love in Illinois and we don't have big mountain we have very steep tech uphill and everything sounds good except you guys say it's not good for the chunky heavy roots rocks buts thats all ours I'm looking for a bike that's can kill the uphill while also a good decent but more looking for a great full sus climber I have the polygon t7 and to be honest was a waste of a buy
All that work to keep your cables hidden for 24". Someday we'll get smart.
How does it compare to Marin Rift Zone XR?
i've got a larger gap between my thighs a sleep on my side than that has rear tyre space
How did $2500-$3000 become the budget, low end models.
Really sucks prices on bikes (if you can even find them) are $1000+ more than the price on every single video or written review from 6 to 12 months ago. Can't get this bike for under $4000. I picked a terrible time to get back into mtbs :(
Value and fox together makes no sense.
I have Shimano SLX 4pistin brakes and the bite point doesn't seem to move.
not sure if this is worth $1000 more than the polygon
nah it isn't, better spec on the polygon anyways
Fox 34, Fox Float, Hans Dampf, check check check. Maybe the brakes are better than the Tektro Orion. But the Deore is a step down from the SLX.... And it's still at least $600 more.
Better suspension linkage and better fork on the ripmo
Bushings! in 2021, bushings!!??
Look at the welds on this then go check out the Marin. Ibis did it right. Ive been a welder for 28 years and the Marin was horrible.
CMIIW but Marin's manufacturing facility already use robotic welder that should make more consistent welds. If it has faulty programming/calibration then it will also make consistent mistakes though.
Actually, a proper aluminum weld should have the distinct, evenly spaced ripples. Also called the stack of dimes. Very few manufacturers have welders good enough to do that consistently. Knolly is one that does. What you see on the Ibis here, is called washing. Once the frame has been TIG welded, using filler, they go over it again with just the torch and smooth it out. It's a classic way to repair an ugly TIG weld, and a big money saver for frame builders.
But it looks like the design and the paint job from the side just way more uglier than marin.
Same with the Marshall, looks terrible
I may be the one out there on the limb, but Ibis Aluminum bikes are uuuuugly! . . . . and I ride an Evolinlk. I can't disagree with the platform, but I'd have to go with Pivot.
I agree. I like the company, I believe in performance but the shape is ugly.
Compare more to the Regular Trance 29 not X
omg 3 grands
2023 Ibis Ripley AF SLX(Protein Shake) just arrived at my door. #skrrt
$3799 now, damn
Maaa-rin is how you pronounce Marin fyi😂
Dose pink bike hate E bikes?
Everything functions properly ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxHL1v1R3NE5x4KiYfyt8dnQmyNYz7qi5L Nothing was damaged in the box aside from a decal on the fork. The decal was missing a piece of a corner but I ended up peeling them off anyways. Assembly is easy BUT make sure you tune up the derailleurs. Both the front and rear need adjusting. I'd advise going to a bike shop but I opted out and put in 10+ hours with the help of UA-cam. Ended up fraying a shifter cable but all in all I learned from the experience. The Brakes work well but the front caliper needs adjusting or at least mine did because the rotor was rubbing against the pads. Make sure you swap out the seat, grips, and pedals. For the short run you'll be fine though. I've read that this bike isn't built yet for hard trails but I just need it for the city. PA has some of the worst roads and being in a mountain this was a great choice. Worth the investment!
Prices of bikes were finally getting more affordable. Then bike companies all raised their price back up siting pandemic.
With how the bike handles, why not just get an XC bike with burlier tyres? Also, I have the same issue with the brakes on my bike. The brakes are very weird on long descents.
Not a Rhythm fork…it’s a Fox 34 Performance
Also, the bike is no longer $3000 🙁
What?
I wanted to get it for this price!
How much is it now?
How much is it now?
Ibis raised all their prices by 6% which doesn’t sound like much but for my carbon ripmo that’s another $500 basically :(
Different models went up by different amounts. The ones I have noticed also had some component upgrades along with the price increase. The Ripley AF went up $200. It got 4 piston brakes and maybe some other minor changes. The carbon Ripley (Deore build) went up by $900. It got factory shock and fork instead of the performance grade it had originally. Also got 4 piston brakes and maybe some other stuff too.
Yep, I had decided to bump up to the NGX build but might drop back now that the Deore will cost its original price (as if i have a choice when it finally ships)
I'm riding a sb95 still... However, I've almost pulled the trigger on a ripmo af, but rethinking this when listening to what folks say about the Ripley! Anyone else come from a sb95? Thoughts?
Heyo