Insane 24 pound Custom Ibis Ripley Build “Best Build Ever?”
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For the past 3 seasons I've been riding the Ibis Ripley. I've absolutely loved this bike and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a new short travel trail bike!!! - Sport
Salt Cycles in Sandy, Utah has Ibis Ripley's and Ripmo's in stock now and are hands down the nicest and easiest bike shop you'll ever work with! Give Chris a call today and get your custom bike built and ready for this season! 801-943-8502
Do they ship?
My Ripley is around 27 pounds. That 24 pound Ripley is sweet for sure. Got some ideas. Nice vid sir.
So your reviews on the Ripley a couple of years ago was a big reason I went with the Ripley. Couldn't be happier with that decision. I like that follow cam footage a lot. Thanks
Nice, glad you like the Ripley too! Yeah, my buddy Kevin gets this footage for me... I like it too!
Thanks for posting a video of your latest Ripley. I have been running the Rekon front/Ardent Race rear since I got my Ripley last summer. Great tire combo for Florida!
Awesome tire combo!!
I have had great success with the XTR 4 piston up front with a 203 rotor and 2 piston in the rear with a 180 rotor. I also love the look and feel of the carbon levered brake sets from the two piston set and can report they work exceedingly well even with the four pot up front. A little mixing and matching but a great setup. Beautiful new bike! Enjoy.
Interesting. Sounds cool
Thank you for all the tips on what you did to get your bike down in weight- my favorite bike of all time...just want to get it a little lighter.
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Nice! Have the black one myself. Your channel is the reason I bought it, wait, your channel was the reason I bought my Hightower. You had that red one. Got my Ripper around New Years 2021, since then I put 3k miles on it. It needs some tlc and its tore down right now, suspension, new chain ect.
I bought the new SJ EVO, riding that until the Rippers ready. On your vid, you said the EVO didn't climb like you like, I changed the steering angle to the steepest, 65.5, and it climbs so much better. Just for your own info.
We watch all your vids here in SoCal, thanks man
Hey! Thanks for the support. I wish I would have messed around with the adjustability of the evo... I was short on time and I can only do what I can do. Glad you're enjoying it. Just a fun bike!
the best of the best, the weight is amazing!
Thank you!
I am a weight weenie my-self, and cant believe that ripley is that light,, man that is awesome !! I have a revel ranger down to 24..87. with the same wheel set and lighter tires. Think I am going to get that other wheel set you have from salt lake on the 429, they are like 300 grams lighter then the envie wheel set. Thanks for all you do !! I love my 165 eewing cranks, much more comfortable for me with the shorter cranks
Yeah. I’m excited to try 165 cranks. For sure call Chris on the Berd wheels… they’re insane. Salt Cycles 8019438502
24lbs is crazy light. I know you love that Ripley!
Yes I do! Too bad a guy here in town is buying it in March.... I'll be sad to see it go.
Love the blacked out bike with blue highlights! Very handsome bike.
Thank you! Salt Cycles did it... I didn't even ask them to... I just showed up to pick up the new Ripley and this is what it looked like. I was stoked!
@MTB yumyum, This video and the Ibis Exce comparison video sold me. Just ordered a custom Ripley with nearly the same build minus the drivetrain and dropper (SRAM AXS for both) and the bike came in just over 24lbs with tires and pedals, insane! I'll be selling my dedicated XC rig. Thanks for the rad review and build idea
24 pounds with pedals?
Yes@@TucsonDude
Yes! Beautiful bike!
I love it!
Great vid!
Bought my v1 Hightower largely based on your review a while back. Seemed to be the best of all worlds. I do feel it’s a bit much for the Midwest where I live, but it will never be outgunned in Sedona etc. I do think the going from 140/135 to something more like yours could help a bunch. Think my ht with Carbon wheels clocks in at 30lb. Been gutted to miss the podiums around here and when I factor in the weight penalty (and me wearing a full camelback 🤣). Most of our little races have been canceled but I cannot wait to get back out. Thanks for always bringing the hype!
Thanks for saying hi! Yeah. The Ripley or something similar could really add some zip to your rides over the HT.
Love my Ripley too, great bike.
Did NOT like the KS Lev Ci, had two, and both unreliable in anything but super dry weather. Shifted to the Vecnum Nivo. Lightest dropper on the market, and as reliable as a Swiss watch so far. Best dropper used to date. Mechanically brilliantly designed too.
Nice. I’ll check it out🤘
Met your boss outside Pirates at Disney couple weeks ago and he told me about your channel. Happy to sub!
Wow, that’s funny. Welcome to the channel. Yeah, a lot of people here forgot I have a day job😆 I’m lucky to have a good employer!!
I really wanted the Ripley when looking for my new bike last year but couldn't find them in stock anywhere near me! Ended up with a Pivot Trail 429 based off your reviews. Fully agree about the 4 piston brakes. Keep up the great work.
Glad you found a t429… Salt Cycles has bikes in stock!!
Why would u buy a bike based off this guys review there's ur first mistake
Beautiful build! I have my Ripley on order XT build w/ carbon wheels, can't wait!
Good choice!
Damn. You went all out. I got the lx. How do you like the carbon wheels?
Took my new V4S out for its maiden voyage yesterday. Mostly cross country trails with some pretty big gaps and a 4 ft. drop thrown in there. It's a nice ride although not significantly better or more capable than my 2017 aluminum BMC Speedfox. I def. noticed the 2 deg. slacker head tube and the lighter weight and quietness though. Pedaled slightly better but the BMC is a pretty nice, underrated platform. All in all, I'm pretty happy with it.
Nice. Stoked for you!!
I just built up my first Ripley last week, and love it so far. I’m a bigger guy (6”3’, 230 lbs) so did a much burlier build. That being said, I’ve been amazed with how it pedals. Great video!
Thanks. Glad you’re loving your ripley!
I’m the same size, I really want one of these bikes
What did you do to beef up your ride? Thinking about doing the same.
Jason
I’d love to see you test the Specialized Epic EVO, the Santa Cruz Blur TR, The Ibis Exie, and the Pivot Mach 4 SL!
That would be fun!
Preach it brother. My Ripley is 27lbs but still my favorite. My 2022 Stumpy rocks but in a different way. Can’t bring my self to sell it. I’d rather just have two short travel bikes.
That’s awesome!
Love to see you do more bike checks for all your bikes.
Interesting. Maybe I’ll do more of these??
@@mtbyumyum yes love the bike check videos
@@mtbyumyum I think you should do one for every bike you own. It would be cool if your wife did hers as well.
Very cool. Thanks for weighing in... this video is doing better than any other video I've posted recently and it was WAY EASIER to produce and edit. I just didn't think people would want to see me standing there talking about my stupid bike build.... maybe that's why my channel doesn't make money, grow or ad subs nearly as much as other similar channels lol
that is one good looking bike! :)
Thanks!
Thanks for going over the bike. I want to turn my ripley in to an endurance race rig. I’m a bigger guy (180) so I’d be hesitant on a full on Xc bike. I’m hoping to get mine down to 24 lbs without a dropper. I like the idea of the e13 cranks.
Nice, good luck w the build!
Great little bike check. Also, can't wait to hear your thoughts on the new Element...
Element video coming soon!!
@@mtbyumyum Forget the Element. I can't wait for The Following. 😎
haha well, that video will be here soon too lol
@@mtbyumyum 🙌🤙👊😎
Great vid! Looking lean and in race trim Jason!
haha I'm trying to get to 140 and stay there.... not as easy as it was a few years ago lol thanks!
@@mtbyumyum Me too, doing Hunter Allen’s Peaks Coaching Group Nutrition Challenge (6 week, 10 lb. weight loss challenge). Three weeks in and I’m already down at 9+ lbs. got to get to 155, my old grappling weight!
E13 cranks so nice. Much more reliable than the Next SL which has had so many problems. Been waiting a year for a warranty replacement on mine. E13 made in North America too!
Wow. Nice. Didn’t know they were made here!
I can find no reference to made in Canada/us…
@@GHinWI Hmm, I thought they were made in Canada but I may be incorrect. Anyhow the Next SL are made in Canada and their reliability is severely lacking for whatever that is worth.
Headed to Park City next week!! Taking my '22 Scott Spark...I need to head over to Draper and check out a Firebird at Salt Cycles!
Do it!! Such a good big bike. Maybe the best big bike available right now if you need to pedal it… otherwise that megatower sends!!
It's great to hear about your Ripley, very similar to mine, super fun ride! I'm curious which trail you are riding at the end of this video...it looks awesome I'll need to add it to my list next trip out west from NC. thanks!
I’m planning a paid, guided tour you can sign up for… send me an email at mtbyumyum@gmail.com if interested.
nice ride!
Thx!
Let's Go Ibis!
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24 pound Ripley. You gotta be filling those tires with helium.
If you want to go even lighter on the seatpost you should look into the 9point8 Fall Line R. You might save about 2 oz.
Wow. Thanks. I’ll check it out🤙
Sweet rig, Ive got a Ripmo af but would love to have a Ripley too!
Nice build. I"m looking forward to seeing what mine weighs when finished. Assembly starts next Friday: Ripley V4S starting with a eeWing titanium crank, titanium flats, We Are One carbon wheels with Onyx hubs (R: Schwalbe Big Betty / F: Magic Mary), and... more. :-)
Wow, your built sounds amazing! I honestly think this is still one of the best bikes available today and it’s 25% off right now! Crazy! I hope when the new one comes out they don’t change it too much. It’s just about perfect how it is!
I made the same brake mistake on the same bike haha. My fix…203mm rotors up front and metallic pads. When I was in steep PNW trails I definitely wish I had more stopping power tho. 180mm with organics was outright scary.
haha yep! bet those larger rotors helped.
Sick build Jason! For the added 8 grams, I take the EE Wings for durability. I'm 215 without a pack and jumping and chunk, I've cracked several carbon cranks. EE wings take everything I can give em' and never an issue. I run 170mm because I can't find the 165mm any where! You get what cha can in today's world. E13 crank weight 170mm (372 grams), EE Wings 170mm (379 grams, my scale said) I'll take the 8 grams for durability. It's all good though, ride on Jason.
hah nice! I sold my eewings cause I was always worried the pedals were going to stick to them... I read something about that lol
@@mtbyumyum Never thought about that but it makes sense. Guess I'll have to back em out every now and then and keep em greased.
@@travelthenarrowtrail8660 run anti-seize due to the different alloys being used. It’ll keep this from happening
@@Joshwilde175 Appreciate the tip Josh!
When you said "The bike is money" my thoughts exactly for a 24lb Ripley carbon everything 😅
Yeah that's nearly a $12k build right there.
Nice bike! Would love to see your efforts to improve your local trail system. Build. Ride. Respect.
I don't have time to help physically build trails at this point in my life. I used to attend dig days but at this stage of my life, I'm incredibly busy and much of our trails are sponsored. Meaning, money is raised to hire profession trail builders to build and maintain the trails you see me riding in these videos. I donate to these causes. I'm sure at some point in the future when my life slows down a bit and my kids are older I'll be back to dig days. I also don't have time to create those types of videos for this channel. Thanks!
Hey Jason I really enjoy your videos and feed back on the bikes you ride. I was wondering if you could do a review on the Trek slash 9.8 2022. Thanks
I can try... just a matter of getting one
Another fantastic video!! I looked up the odi grips and cant find the moto 1. Do you happen to have a link you can share? Thanks again for all these fantastic video's. I really only have to watch your video's to find the best equipment. Appreciate the reviews!!
here: bit.ly/3seb3sJ Hey! Any reason you're watching is good enough for me. Cheers!
For everyone from Europe, 24 IBS is 10.88 kg or super light for trail bike 😎🤙
BTW I have same mudguard for my Fox34
Thx!
Syncros?
Great video I have a question?
I can only afford one bike at this time in my life (kid factor).
Occasionally I do long 50 mile +/-cross country rides / easier trail rides, would you invest in a spare set of rims with faster rolling tires to switch out or just put that money towards saving for a Ripley?
What kind of rims and tires would you get for like the Zen type of dirt.
Thanks again
Patrick
I just built a new Ripley V4S. 26.9 lbs without going too crazy.(and without pedals). Went with an XT 10-45 cassette, XTR short cage derailler and a 28T oval chainring. Saves a little weight and protects the derailler a bit better and looks better not having such a large pizza on the back wheel. . Nobl TR35 wheelset on DT350 hubs with 2.4 Rekon/Disector tires. Did not go 240's as I hear there are some reliability issues and they cost a lot more. FWIW, the V4S is 0.4 lbs heavier than the V4 according to IBIS. Future upgrades may include an EE wings crank. I thought about going SRAM cassette and chain to save some weight but the ratio jumps in the lower gears are not ideal for me. I wish they made a 10-45. I might do a 10-51 12 speed XTR hack and cut off the large ring. Gets it down to XX1 weight. Shimano did sell an XTR cassette like this (11 speed with 12 speed gear spacing) but only in very limited quantities.
I also went with XT 2 piston brakes with 180 rotors. . Have the same ones on my BMC Speedfox and have never had an issue with power or fade. Found them pretty cheap and they are lighter.
Wow, your bike sounds awesome! Yeah, too bad the Ripley got heavier but the added frame protection is nice!
If you going 2 piston brakes for weight savings I suggest using the magura MT 8. I use magura Mt 5 and Mt 7 on different bikes but my friend uses the Mt 8 on the rear of his bike and those brakes stop on a dime. Best 2 piston brakes period. And are just about as good as 4 piston brakes.
Yep. Done w 2 piston brakes😆
The best two piston are Trickstuff Piccola. Lighter than any other brakes on the market and better stopping and modulation than most four piston including XTR four piston, IMO. But MT8’s are significantly better than XTR two piston.
The Knolly Warden I ride weighs in at 33lbs. I think with all the lightweight upgrades you've done to that Ripley I may be able to drop it to 31?? LOL. On another note, I haven't really noticed a difference between the 4 piston XT brakes on my Warden and the 2 piston SLX brakes I'm running on my hard tail.
Interesting on your brakes experience… maybe you’re riding a bit slower on the hardtail?
beer and yumyum!
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Picked up a Ripley AF based on your reviews, thank you. This is the first DW link bike and it is truly a great climber. I noticed that your links are only certain items on Competitive. What if I click the link but want to purchase something else, do you still get the commission?
Nice Ibis. What pedal are you running, XTR? You posted weight while no pedals on the bike? So bike will be roughly 2/3lb heavier correct? Are you running 120 or 130 up front? Med frame right? Big fan of the E13 XCX crank also, had run it on all my bikes and still have on one but after putting eeWings on a new build, the CC sticks are MUCH stiffer, noticeably so for me..... at 6'2 175lbs. I was a Ibis fan boy for years and had one of the first 100 original Mojos circa late '05, then Mojo SL, then HD, then they fell behind the 29 revolution and I switched off Ibis and haven't looked back since.
My trail bike is a YT Izzo set at 130/140, XL, full XX1 AXS, Roval Control SL Hoops, Schwalbe 2.4 Wicked Wills, Trickstuff Picola HD stoppers, eeWings, Bikeyoke Devine SL, Kogel ceramic bb, King h/s, RF Turbine R stem, OneUp riser.....25.5lbs with HT T1 pedals and a cage.
Nice build you got there. Yep, xtr pedals
Hey Jason, Have you ever tried riding OURY grips? I just got some because mine were tearing and it's all they had. I like them so much I ordered 10 pair so I'll never run out - lol
Are the cranks 30mm bb? What parts did you use to convert the 24mm to 30mm… I heard some bb are very tight fitting in the Ripley, not sure if that’s accurate. I was looking to change mine in the v4s and not sure what is needed with the Q factor/ chain line that has change with the v4s. I can not find carbon cranks that are a plug and play. Thanks
How does this compare to your trail 429? They seem like they may overlap in terms of disciplines.
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Jason how would you compare Santa Cruz Reserve wheels with the wheels that Chris builds over there at Salt Cycles?
I've never personally owned the Reserve wheels but I know they're not light.... 1,800 grams as I recall. For some perspective, the enve wheels are 1,580 and Salt's wheels are between 1,200 - 1,600 depending on build. My buddy Zac broke two Reserve wheels in 2019, and went back to alloy as he rides like a bat outa hell. For me, I prefer the Salt wheels to anything else!! Call Chris and see what he can do for you. 8019438502
Great review. I’m interested in hearing your opinion on the 140 fork. Is that upgrade worth it? Did it make it sluggish at all? My dealer said they could put on the new pike 140 or a orange fox 140 which one would you choose? Thanks
Or would you choose the new stumpy ? Just watched your review on that.
Thanks for another great video! How do you find the Ardent Race for side strength? I live in dry Kelowna BC and theres a lot of rock, loose and hard.
I’ve had really good success w it in the terrain you see in my videos. Good luck!
Thanks!
I would really like to try the KS LEV Ci for weight savings but it's hard to give up on the Bike Yoke Revive which is so dang smooth and has the reset bleeder valve for easy maintenance. How do the e*13 xcx carbon cranks compare with XTR, is the weight savings a whole 200 grams, what about flex? I can get to 25 lbs with XTR pedals if I make these changes. I'm guessing you sell this bike when you get the ibis exie as the exie will drop you another 1.5 lbs and fit a similar purpose? I wish the exie had the same geo as the ripley.
Correct. A guy here locally has already "called" dibs on my Ripley... he'll pick it up in March. I don't have any flex issues personaly w the e13 cranks and honestly, as much as I like the bike yoke.... I've never had a problem w ks lev carbon
Does this have a 140 travel on the front? Would you recommend it?
Thanks Jason for showing us the Ferrari of Mountain Bikes 😆
Bingo! I agree
Or should that be Rolls Royce
No. Ferrari lol
Unfortunately e13 hasn’t recognized need for XC cranks in 165mm. I’m sure they will eventually but to get e13 currently at 165 you have to get slightly heavier trail cranks. But I may go with SRAM XX SL with spider power meter in my light build and save weight over Garmin pedals to make up difference? Doing the SL transmission drivetrain anyway
Thinking about doing a trip there at the end of March to demo pivot and transition mountain bikes, are the trails good during that time?
Yeah, the trails are usually clear of snow by then but if the trails are wet it's really bad mud and the trails could be closed. You can check my strava for last years season
Question for you .., I have a 2023 Ripley (55mm chain line) and looking to run e thirteen carbon cranks. These compatible with shimano xt BB? Can I just buy arms and chain ring ? Have looked all over the web and can’t get an answer. You seem to be the ibis expert 🤙🏻thanks !!!
What trial are you ripping at the end of the video?
Hey Jason, what are your thoughts on pedal strike and carbon cranks durability? Asking for a friend.😉
Haha I’ve has some pretty mangled crank arms over the years… butties help a bit
What do you think of the Berd spoke wheels?
That’s definitely a dream build!
I like the Berd spokes… have them on my Pivot Trail 429…. They’re crazy light weight and give a slightly softer feel to the ride. Salt cycles builds them in-house. 8019438502 call them and let them know you want yumyum berd wheels✌️🤙
@@mtbyumyum Are these Enve wheels as light as the previous 1300gram Salt Cycles wheelset you had?
No. These ENVE's are like 1,580. I prefer the Salt wheels... I just got these at a crazy good deal in the summer of 2020 so I bought two pairs....
Congrats on your new ride, same as the old ride. Why do I see a V5 Ripley in your future?
haha, thanks. I don't see a V5 Ripley coming any time soon. I've spent the last 3 seasons on the Ripley and I'm ready to spend more time on other short travel 29ers....
Looks great. I go back abs forth between ibis and pivot each purchase, have a Ripmo V1 at the moment.
Jason, have you heard anything from Ibis on when the updated Ripley might be announced or released? I'm about a year away from a new bike, wondering if a new Ripley or SB130 or Switchblade will be out.
I’ve not heard anything.
Is your 34 tooth chain ring set up on 52mm chain line? My 32 tooth is so close to the chainstays that I wasn’t sure a 34 would fit.
I'd have to call Salt Cycles and ask them... they build my bikes.
Awesome bike! Is it gonna replace the Exie and Rocky?
No. Those bikes are replacing this Ripley… I’ve had it since March 2021
@@mtbyumyum biggest difference between the Ripley and Element? We know the Rocky is the better descender, but how does it compare in the climbing dept?
Are you replacing the Pivot Trail 429 already?
Nope. I got this bike in March 2021 and rode it all season. It will be sold in March
I ride this bike a couple times a day 😭. I'm happy to ride three times in a week.
haha, I meant a couple times a week.. lol
My Ripley Build/me 5'8" 160lbs/size medium/ black
Fox 34 grip 2 130mm/ Fox Float DPS stock tune no spacers
NOBL TR33 Carbon Wheels / I9 Hydra Hubs
X01 Carbon Cranks/ 170mm /32 tooth Chainring
SRAM Eagle AXS Wireless
SRAM Code RSC 4 piston brakes
Renthal Carbon handlebar
i9 A35 stem 50mm
Ergon GA2 Fat Grips
Bike Yoke dropper 160mm with Bike yoke lever
Maxxis Rekon 2.4 front
Maxxis ardent race 2.35 rear
Ergon SM Comp Saddle
Roughly 27lbs
Ridden in Western Massachusetts
super happy with the bike
Awesome build!
Where is he getting 2-3 lbs on you?
Is this bike in addition to your 429 and the race bike you're building?
No. I've been riding this bike for the past 11 months. I will sell it in March.
About to buy a new bike. Curious anyone rode the Exie and a specialized epic evo? Can't decide between the two. Thoughts?
What is the device you removed and reattached on top of the head tube? I assume a computerized device of some sort. I'm sure you can tell by my question that I'm a bit of a novice. I just use my iPhone and iWatch when I'm riding to record my speed, heart rate, miles, map, etc.
Wahoo Element Bolt Computer: bit.ly/32auaqp
Wahoo Tickr Heart Race Monitor: bit.ly/34kkf4c
Wahoo Outfront Bar Mount: bit.ly/3vnhxIU
What Mudguard is? Nice bike btw 😍
Scott
Is this your bike of choice for True Grit?
The past 3 years yes. I just got an Exie.
Whaaaaat!?? My Ripley weighs 6 more pounds! Dang it! And that's with the titanium Better Bolts that I installed on it, lol :(
Haha
My Ripley AF is 33 lbs. lol. But only about 2 of that can be blamed on the ‘af’.
I love it though!
I love my custom Ripley AF way too much. I actually ride it more than my v1 Ripmo.
You can't beat the AF and for the price, nothing compares!
Makes sense to me! The Rip AF is just about the perfect trail bike!!
Niiice
Thx!
At 200lbs, would you still recommend the Ripley for me? All the other specs seem to fit my ride preferences.
Maybe go Pivot Trail 429
I'm 195 lbs as is my mate who owns the Ripley I have ridden, with no problems. The fork and flex would be the biggest consideration a pike or Fox 34 would be good. Mate has Formula Selva on his and its sublime.
This bike is something special.
@@shaun1900 If you are not racing, I recommend Pike or 36. I'm only 160 and I can feel the flex in the 34 in 130mm and up.
I rode a new Ripley XL all last season at 6’3” and 195 lbs. No issues. Needed a Renthal FatBar 40 mm rise and longer Thomson stem though.
@@dansburns wouldnt a 36 be overkill on a lightweight trail bike?
Have you tried berd wheels and or spokes?
I have berd spokes on my new Ibis Exie.... and I had them on my Pivot Trail 429
@@mtbyumyum how do you like them? I’ve herd nothing but great things.. super light and durable
Laced to my Salt Cycles carbon hoops, I love them. Just raced on them today in a 50 miles race.... I love the way they feel!
You didn't say anything about your fork. Obviously a Fox 34, I assume Factory with Grip 2 damper? I'm just looking for a new fork, do you prefer the 34 over a Pike?
dang it, you're right. 130mm grip 2.
@@mtbyumyum hey yum yum would u be able to share ur fork adjustments, compression and rebound? I have the ripley and fox 34 fit4, similar height and weight as you. For the life of me I can’t get the fork dialed in properly. I ride trails out here in so cal.
Crazy that my stock carbon Ibis Ripley XT weighs over 30 pounds without pedals.
The shot of the bike on the scale has BERD wheels? I'm confused...
Those are a race wheelset. I’ve had 3 different wheelsets on this bike. ENVE, Salt Cycles custom yumyum Berd wheels and the Ibis S28’s. I’ve had this bike since March 2021.
@@mtbyumyum Cool that makes sense. How much lighter are those Berd wheels than the Enve’s?
enve 1,580 berd 1,200
Does this mean you aren't keeping the Rocky?
No. This Ripley is on it’s way out… rode it this entire season. Got it in March 2021 just never got around to filming it.
If weight is your goal, why no love for the dt 240 hubs?
funny you should mention this. DT Swiss are my favorite... just built up a pair of 180's!!
@@mtbyumyum for a mountain bike?
Wow, 24 Lbs! Must be a Rocket uphill !!
How is the clearance with that 34 Chainring? Must be very tight.
I had an OG Ripley forever and couldn't make up my mind between
the V4 Ripley and Ripmo. I decided on the Ripmo, but would be best
to own both!
No problems w the 34t and yes, it’s a rocket🤘
What happen to the pivot 429?
I've had this Ripley for 11 months and rode it the entire 2021 season.... I'm selling this Ripley in March.
@@mtbyumyum gotcha so going to the pivot? Interested in it but not digging the super boost 😅
When is the new Rocky Element review going to be released????
Filming this weekend 🤘
@@mtbyumyum Looking forward to it. Just took receipt of a new Element frame. Really excited for this years build.
@@mtbyumyum give us a teaser please!
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Nice bike, go ahead, pat yourself on the back. Are you the last person using KS droppers? Is it really lighter than a oneup or pnw? I'm guessing by 50 grams at most.... I am building a working man's giant trance 29 that I hope will rival your bike in performance. Realistically hoping for under 27lbs with xc tires, size XL. I've been wheeling and dealing the used bike market, total out of pocket will be about $1200 for the entire bike.
Not really sure what to take from your comment? In any case, good luck with your build... a good full suspension bike under $2,000 is hard to find. Nice job!
@@mtbyumyum sorry, love your videos. Why not a rekon race on the rear?
My worst wreak was also a pedal strike, since then switched to 165mm eewings. Really anyone under 6 feet should be using 165mm cranks, the shorter length is better for your knees too.
Dang, sorry to hear.
Im over 6’ tall and love my 165mm cranks!
when are you releasing a Revel Ranger review!!!!???!!!??!
I'm not.... the audio is damaged
@@mtbyumyum awe....epic evo expert vs blur tr vs revel ranger vs transition spur? xc and light trails?
In some ways I'm glad I'm 200lbs. I could run a 35lb bike at 17% of my body weight while you ride the same at 140lbs at the same 24lb, 17%
Thanks for pointing this out… it’s spot on. A light bike for me is everything! Thanks for your comment
What’s the price on that build?
Call Chris at Salt Cycles... he'll get you an awesome deal on a Ripley right now!! 801-943-8502 This build retails for about $11,500 but he's hooking it up for friends of the channel right now!
Evil following V3, can you demo this bad boy?
Coming soon... I'm demoing one this weekend!
@@mtbyumyum so glad to hear, I'll be anxious to see what you think of it compared to other bikes you've ridden in the short travel category
It’ s seems like you have different wheelset and tires while bike was on weight
Yeah. I mentioned I’ve had this bike built up a few different ways… as low as 24 lbs… I’ve run enve wheels, ibis s28 wheels and Salt Cycles custom yumyum wheels. The Salt Cycles wheels are the lightest weight!
No Trail 429?
This is the Ripley I've been riding all season.... for the past year.
I wish the frame had better lines.