IBIS Ripley SL XT Di2 Alloy Wheel mountain bike Raw Carbon

Description

IBIS Ripley SL XT Di2 Alloy Wheel mountain bike Raw Carbon is a full-suspension MTB for XC and marathon use, built around the carbon Ripley SL frame with 117 mm of rear travel. The spec is aimed at technically proficient riders who care about pedaling efficiency, low component weight, and precise trail performance thanks to Shimano XT Di2 electronic shifting. With Fox Factory suspension and 29" wheels built on Ibis 933 aluminum rims, the build targets the higher-performance tier of sporty full-suspension bikes.

Frame and geometry

The foundation is the IBIS Ripley SL Raw Carbon frame— a carbon composite in a monocoque design (the manufacturer lists Raw Carbon as a finish without a covering paint layer). The bike falls into the category of lightweight full-suspension MTB bikes for XC/marathon riding with 117 mm of rear travel, aligning with a focus on efficient power transfer while maintaining traction on rough terrain. Pivot and contact points are complemented by the Cane Creek 50 IS41/IS52 headset.

Components

The drivetrain is a 1x12 setup on the Shimano XT Di2 platform: the Shimano XT Di2 Shift Switch controls the Shimano XT Di2 SGS rear derailleur, the cassette is a Shimano XT 10–51T, and the chain and bottom bracket are also Shimano XT. Shimano XT M8200 cranks run a 30T Alloy Ring chainring (crank lengths 165 mm for S–M, 170 mm for XM–XL). Braking is handled by four-piston Shimano XT M8220 brakes with Shimano RT-86 IceTech 180/180 mm rotors, a configuration commonly used for fast XC/trail riding with an emphasis on consistent performance under longer braking.

The wheelset consists of Ibis 933 Aluminum Rims and Blackbird Hubs; it’s a 29" set that prioritizes durability and service practicality over ultra-light carbon. Tires are in a more trail-oriented size 29x2.4: a Continental Magnotal Trail Soft up front and a Continental Dubnital Trail Grip in the rear for a balance of line-holding and traction. The cockpit features a Blackbird 35 Carbon Riser Bar 800 mm with a Blackbird 35 Stem (S–M: 35 mm, XM–XL: 50 mm) and Lizard Skins Strata grips. The saddle is a WTB Silverado Fusion Ti 142, and the dropper post is a BikeYoke Revive 31,6 mm (S: 125 mm, M: 160 mm, XM: 185 mm, L–XL: 213 mm).

Ride characteristics

The combination of 117 mm of rear travel and a Fox Factory 34SL GRIP SL 130 mm fork pushes the Ripley SL into the modern “downcountry” concept: it’s still an efficient XC platform, but with more margin on technical trails. The Fox Factory Float SL 210x50 mm shock supports low suspension weight and quick response to small bumps, which is important for maintaining traction on climbs. The four-piston XT M8220 brakes and 180/180 mm rotors add control on longer descents, where two-piston XC brakes often hit their limits. The 29x2.4 tires in trail compounds increase confidence and damping, even if they may be slower-rolling than pure race-focused XC tires.

Who it’s for

This IBIS Ripley SL is intended for experienced riders who want a sporty full-suspension MTB for XC courses, marathons, and fast trail rides, while also demanding the precision and consistency of Shimano XT Di2 electronic shifting. Compared with typical pure XC full-suspension bikes with weaker brakes and narrower tires, it offers a more robust, trail-oriented connection to the terrain, making it a sensible choice where routes include longer descents and technical sections.

Key specifications

• Frame material: carbon composite, IBIS Ripley SL Raw Carbon frame
• Suspension: Fox Factory 34SL GRIP SL 130 mm + Fox Factory Float SL 210x50 mm (117 mm rear travel)
• Shifting/drivetrain: Shimano XT Di2, 1x12, Shimano XT 10–51T cassette, 30T chainring
• Brakes: Shimano XT M8220 4-piston, Shimano RT-86 IceTech 180/180 mm rotors
• Wheels: 29" set, Ibis 933 Aluminum rims, Blackbird hubs
• Tires: Continental Magnotal 29x2.4 Trail Soft (front) / Continental Dubnital 29x2.4 Trail Grip (rear)
• Seatpost: dropper BikeYoke Revive 31,6 mm (125–213 mm depending on size)
• Weight: not listed in the source materials

EAN: 840345319586