IBIS Ripley SL Eagle 90 Alloy Wheel mountain bike Raw Carbon

Description

IBIS Ripley SL Eagle 90 Alloy Wheel Raw Carbon is a full-suspension MTB for XC and marathon riding, built around the Ripley SL carbon frame in the Raw Carbon finish. This configuration targets a higher-performance tier thanks to the combination of the frame’s low weight, the modern SRAM Eagle Transmission drivetrain, and Fox Factory suspension. It’s designed for experienced riders who care about pedaling efficiency, precise shifting under load, and the stability of a 29" platform in fast terrain.

Frame and geometry

The foundation is the IBIS Ripley SL carbon frame in Raw Carbon, intended for XC/marathon disciplines and the “downcountry” category depending on the chosen travel. The rear end delivers roughly 117 mm of frame travel (per the manufacturer’s specification) and is paired with a Fox Factory Float SL 210×50 mm shock. Up front, it comes with a Fox Factory 34SL GRIP SL fork with 130 mm of travel, which pushes the front end toward greater control in technical sections while keeping the low weight of the 34SL platform. 

Components

The drivetrain is based on SRAM Eagle 90 Transmission 1×12 with a SRAM Eagle 90 Transmission Shifter and SRAM Eagle 90 Transmission rear derailleur—an arrangement designed for precise shifting even under load. The SRAM XS 1275 Eagle Transmission 10–52 cassette provides a wide range for long climbs and fast transfers; the chain is a SRAM GX Eagle T-Type Flattop. SRAM Eagle 90 Transmission DUB cranks use a 30t chainring (Alloy Ring) and are paired with a SRAM DUB BSA bottom bracket. Braking is handled by four-piston SRAM DB8 Stealth brakes with SRAM HS2 6-Bolt 180/180 mm rotors, a setup typically chosen for consistent performance on longer descents. The bike is built on Ibis 933 Aluminum Rims laced to Blackbird Hubs, with a Continental Magnotal 29×2,4 Trail Soft tire up front and a Continental Dubnital 29×2,4 Trail Grip tire in the rear. The cockpit features a Blackbird 35 Aluminum Riser Bar 800 mm and a Blackbird 35 stem (35 mm for S–M, 50 mm for XM–XL), finished with Lizard Skins Strata grips; the saddle is a WTB Silverado Fusion Ti 142, and the dropper post is a KS Vantage Dropper 31,6 mm (140/170/210 mm depending on size).

Ride characteristics

The combination of 29" wheels, 2,4" tires, and 130 mm travel up front with ~117 mm in the rear suggests a focus on fast trail riding with enough margin for technical sections, rather than a pure “short track” race character. A carbon frame typically brings high torsional stiffness under power, while the lightweight Fox 34SL fork and Float SL shock aim for pedaling efficiency and sensitivity over smaller bumps. The 30t gearing paired with a 10–52 cassette works well for marathon climbs while still allowing speed on flatter sections. DB8 Stealth brakes with 180 mm rotors front and rear support steady braking performance for heavier riders or longer descents, where XC-oriented setups often reach their limits.

Who it’s for

This IBIS Ripley SL makes sense for advanced, performance-focused riders who want one bike for XC courses, marathons, and more technically demanding trails without stepping up to enduro-level travel. Compared to pure XC full-suspension bikes with a shorter fork and narrower tires, it offers more control and traction while keeping a 1×12 drivetrain and efficient suspension for long climbs.

Key specifications

• Frame: IBIS Ripley SL Raw Carbon, carbon material
• Fork: Fox Factory 34SL, GRIP SL, 130 mm
• Shock: Fox Factory Float SL, 210×50 mm (frame travel approx. 117 mm per manufacturer)
• Shifting/drivetrain: SRAM Eagle 90 Transmission, 1×12, SRAM XS 1275 T-Type 10–52 cassette
• Brakes: SRAM DB8 Stealth, SRAM HS2 180/180 mm rotors (6-Bolt)
• Wheels: 29", Ibis 933 Aluminum Rims, Blackbird Hubs
• Tires: Continental Magnotal 29×2,4 (front) / Continental Dubnital 29×2,4 (rear)
• Weight: not listed in the manufacturer’s specification / provided materials

EAN: 840345319562