IBIS Ripley SL XTR Di2 Carbon Wheel mountain bike Raw Carbon

Description

IBIS Ripley SL XTR Di2 Carbon 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 with Shimano XTR Di2 electronic shifting and Ibis S28 carbon wheels targets riders focused on pedaling efficiency, low wheel inertia, and precise control on technical trails. The equipment matches the higher performance tier of race-oriented full-suspension 29" bikes.

Frame and geometry

The foundation is the Ibis Ripley SL Carbon frame made from a carbon composite, designed for 29" wheels and trail-tuned XC use with 117 mm of rear travel. The frame is fitted with a Cane Creek 50 IS41/IS52 headset, which matches the common integrated standard for modern MTBs. Front suspension is handled by a Fox 34SL fork with 130 mm of travel, putting the bike on the border between XC and lighter trail riding in terms of descending capability. 

Components

The drivetrain is set up as a 1x12 with electronic control via the Shimano XTR Di2 Shift Switch and a Shimano XTR Di2 SGS rear derailleur; gear range is provided by the Shimano XTR 9–45T cassette. Shimano XTR M9220 cranks are fitted with a 30T chainring (165 mm lengths for S–M, 170 mm for XM–XL) and complemented by a Shimano XTR MT-900 bottom bracket and a Shimano XTR chain. Braking is handled by Shimano XTR M9220 4-piston brakes with Shimano XTR CL-900 180/180 mm rotors, a choice aimed at consistent performance even on longer descents. The wheelset uses Ibis S28 Carbon Rims and Industry Nine Hydra 2 CL hubs; the tire choice emphasizes traction: Continental Magnotal 29x2.4 Trail Soft up front and Continental Dubnital 29x2.4 Trail Grip in the rear. The cockpit features Blackbird 35 Carbon Riser Bar 800 mm carbon handlebars with a Blackbird 35 Stem (35 mm for S–M, 50 mm for XM–XL) and Lizard Skins Strata grips; the saddle is a WTB Silverado Fusion Ti 142. The BikeYoke Revive 31.6 mm dropper post comes in 125/160/185/213 mm travel depending on frame size.

Ride characteristics

The combination of 117 mm rear travel and a 130 mm fork gives the bike a more stable, confident feel in rough terrain than pure race XC machines with 100–110 mm up front. Ibis S28 carbon wheels with i9 Hydra 2 CL hubs typically support precise line-holding and quick responses to pace changes thanks to lower rotating mass and fast hub engagement (specific engagement figures are not included in the source materials). XTR four-piston brakes with 180 mm rotors front and rear provide extra margin for repeated braking on long descents and better control on steep sections. Choosing 2.4" trail-compound tires suggests a preference for traction and cornering support over minimizing rolling resistance.

Who it’s for

IBIS Ripley SL XTR Di2 is intended for experienced riders who want a fast 29" full-suspension MTB for XC loops, marathons, and technical trails, while also demanding modern descending control (130mm fork, four-piston brakes, dropper). Compared to pure XC models with shorter travel, it offers more confidence in rough terrain, at the cost of potentially placing greater emphasis on trail stability and grip.

Key specifications

• Frame: Ibis Ripley SL Carbon (color Raw Carbon)
• Suspension: Fox Factory 34SL Grip SL 130 mm + Fox Factory Float SL 210x50 mm (117 mm rear travel)
• Shifting/drivetrain: Shimano XTR Di2, 1x12, Shimano XTR 9–45T cassette, XTR M9220 30T cranks
• Brakes: Shimano XTR M9220 4-piston, Shimano XTR CL-900 rotors 180/180 mm
• Wheels: Ibis S28 Carbon Rims, i9 Hydra 2 CL hubs
• Tires: Continental Magnotal 29x2.4 Trail Soft (F) / Continental Dubnital 29x2.4 Trail Grip (R)
• Cockpit and seatpost: Blackbird 35 Carbon Riser Bar 800 mm + Blackbird 35 Stem, BikeYoke Revive 31.6 mm dropper
• Weight: not listed in the available specifications

EAN: 840345319579