IBIS Ripley SL XT Di2 Carbon Wheel mountain bike Raw Carbon

Description

IBIS Ripley SL XT Di2 Carbon Wheel mountain bike Raw Carbon is a full-suspension MTB for XC and marathon use, built around a carbon frame with 117 mm of rear travel and 29" wheels. The spec targets technically skilled riders who care about precise power delivery and suspension performance at high speed off-road, while also wanting modern wireless/e-shift shifting at the Shimano XT Di2 level. In terms of performance, it’s a race-oriented trail/XC bike with an emphasis on pedaling efficiency and stability at speed.

Frame and geometry

The foundation is the IBIS Ripley SL Carbon frame in the raw Raw Carbon finish, designed for 29" wheels and a full-suspension platform with 117 mm of rear travel. It’s offered as men’s/UNI and, depending on the build, is intended for sizes S through XL (components such as cranks, stem, and seatpost have lengths scaled to the frame size). The Cane Creek 50 IS41/IS52 headset matches the integrated standard common on modern carbon frames, enabling clean routing and precise bearing seating.

Components

The drivetrain is a 1x12 setup with Shimano XT Di2: shifting is handled by the Shimano XT Di2 Shift Switch and the rear derailleur Shimano XT Di2 SGS, paired with a Shimano XT 10–51T cassette, a Shimano XT chain, and Shimano XT M8200 cranks with a 30T chainring (165 mm crank length for S–M and 170 mm for XM–XL). Braking is handled by Shimano XT M8220 4-piston brakes with Shimano RT-86 IceTech 180/180 mm rotors, a choice aimed at consistent performance on longer descents. Suspension consists of a Fox Factory 34SL fork with a Grip SL damper and 130 mm travel, and a Fox Factory Float SL shock in 210x50 mm. The wheelset uses Ibis S28 Rims and Industry 9 Hydra Hubs, wrapped in a Continental Magnotal 29x2.4 Trail Soft up front and a Continental Dubnital 29x2.4 Trail Grip in the rear. The cockpit features a Blackbird 35 Carbon Riser Bar 800 mm and a Blackbird 35 Stem (35 mm for S–M, 50 mm for XM–XL), plus Lizard Skins Strata grips; the saddle is a WTB Silverado Fusion Ti 142, and the dropper post is a BikeYoke Revive 31.6 mm (travel by size 125–213 mm).

Ride characteristics

The combination of 117 mm rear travel and a 130 mm fork places the Ripley SL in the efficient XC/trail full-suspension category, where quick acceleration and low pedaling losses are expected while still keeping some margin for rough terrain. The XT M8220 4-piston brakes with 180 mm rotors increase heat capacity and control on longer descents compared to typical 2-piston XC setups. The 2.4" Continental tires (Magnotal front, Dubnital rear) suggest an emphasis on traction and cornering confidence, complemented by a sturdier trail casing for a more aggressive pace. Shimano XT Di2 electronic shifting adds precision and consistency in gear changes, especially under load and in technical sections where mechanical setups often suffer from less forgiving adjustment tolerances.

Who it’s for

IBIS Ripley SL XT Di2 is intended for experienced MTB riders who ride XC, marathons, and fast trail loops and want a modern full-suspension platform with electronic shifting and more robust brakes. Compared to pure race XC machines with shorter travel and lighter brakes, it offers more control and headroom on technical descents, without leaving the category of efficient bikes for climbs and long distances.

Key specifications

• Frame material: IBIS Ripley SL Carbon (carbon frame)
• Intended use: MTB XC / marathon, full-suspension, 29"
• Suspension: Fox Factory 34SL Grip SL 130 mm + Fox Factory Float SL 210x50 mm (117 mm rear travel)
• Shifting: Shimano XT Di2, 1x12, XT 10–51T cassette, XT Di2 SGS derailleur
• Brakes: Shimano XT M8220 4-piston, Shimano RT-86 IceTech 180/180 mm rotors
• Wheels:  Ibis S28 Rims a Industry 9 Hydra Hubs, size 29"
• Tires: Continental Magnotal 29x2.4 Trail Soft (front) / Continental Dubnital 29x2.4 Trail Grip (rear)
• Weight: not listed in the available materials

EAN: 840345319593