This Bike Really Surprised Us | Ripley AF
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- Опубликовано: 12 фев 2021
- We are sharing our Ripley AF first ride review as I have put a couple rides on this awesome bike to get a feel for it's character on the trail. The AF has built upon the great carbon Ripley V4 with a little bit slacker headtube angle. We will be working on a long term review as well as put this awesome value Ripley up against a couple carbon light weights in the category.
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Awesome video brother! Perfect video to watch after getting off work. Thank you for sharing.
Thanks amigo. Appreciate your support!
Can’t wait for the comparison vid! 🤘
Coming soon!
Welcome to the "Pedaling Squares Club!" Great review and solid footage with the Ripley in the rocky sections. Nice to see a trail bike showing that it's not limited to what you would normally find on an blue trail.
Thanks Steve! Yeah I am for sure a brute on the pedals lol. We have a great variety of terrain and think it is useful to put bikes out side of their "element" for reviews so I can see how versatile they can be. Loads of fun. Thanks for watching!
Sweet review
Thank you!
Very nice review on here. Love me some Ibis always.
Thank you! Ibis bike are amazing for sure. Thank you for watching.
I'm surprised that bike comes with such wide rims. Another great review brother.
Yes, they do provide tons of traction though
@@StraightLine_MTB and pretty light wheelset for a stock bike (1900 g). No need to upgrade just for weight alone. If you do upgrade it's because you want the feeling of carbon or wanting narrow rims ,etc.
Great video
Thank you!
Just got my Large Monolith Silver AF. Fantastic bike, I sweetened the pot with GX upgrades to chain and cranks. Also, Hans Dampf tires by request 😃Dynamic and snappy, I’m well pleased-Great video, keep up the good work.
You're going to love this bike. Super fun and playful. Thanks for watching
Great, initial review!!
For years I rode a V1 Ripley and really loved that bike!! This past year I been riding a V1 Ripmo and again really love the bike!! There is some overlap between the Ripley and Ripmo as some of you know. They have similar traits apart from the Ripmo being more stable at speed and the Ripley being a tad easier to maneuver. They both are super responsive bikes and pedal super efficiently.
What would make an interesting video is a back to back comparison between the Ripley AF Vs. Ripmo AF for viewers.
I have not ridden either carbon Ripmo or Ripley but would say both AF models do have some overlap. The Ripley climbs better and obviously Ripmo descends better but both are closer to each other than I expected.
@@StraightLine_MTB You should ride the Carbon versions too! I think it comes down to riding style if you're deciding between the two. As I'm getting older ( Pushing 50 ) I appreciate the extra support on the Ripmo.
I'm curious to know how the stability is on the Ripley AF. I'm assuming it might be a bit better compared to its Carbon version due to the extra weight.
@@NDemanuele1 the Ripley AF is pretty confident considering its travel. Looking forward to the Carbon version of the Ripley AF.
Nice video and riding :)
Thank you, such a fun bike
@@StraightLine_MTB
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You're welcome :)
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Great first ride review. I'm glad you are liking the bike.
I heard about how the bike feels shorter like you mentioned and went with a XL. I'm right around 6'0. Hopefully that decision doesn't come back and bite me.
looks like 6' is the starting point for XL so not out of the question. You might loose out a bit on the maneuverability and playfulness but with the longer wheel base it should be more confident at speed. Short time on it but I didn't feel that it was too small, just felt shorter in the cockpit on the climbs. Thanks for watching Derrick!
@@StraightLine_MTB Thanks for the info and quality content! Really good analysis.I went to a dealer and they had a L Ripley AF for me. They recommended an XL after seeing me ride it. I feel like I might be the type that enjoys a bit more stability.We'll see how it goes though.
@derrickj925 Do you have the xl yet? I’m also 6’ and trying to decide between L and XL.
@@FlyFishtheMitt fedex is on delay but expecting any day. I’ll let you know how it works out.
@@FlyFishtheMitt Got it on Saturday. I only rode the L around the block but the XL felt better as soon as I got on it.
Just took it for a spin in the Pacific Northwest and it felt great. Didn't feel long and I feel it would handle steeper sections better than a Large. This is good imo because its my one and only bike I will be using. I think it will handle more range of trails. Bike is awesome btw and it handled well for me.
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You do good content. Just sub’d
Thanks Tim!
Looking forward for the head to head to head vídeo!
Awesome
Great review, looking forward to more content. How tall are you? I’m 5’9” and deciding between medium and large.
I am 5'11" on large.
I have to wait till June for mine to arrive to Puerto Rico. It’s going to be a long 4 month 🤣
By the way nice videos 👍🏼
@@larryirizarry1833 thats a long wait but it'll be worth it. Thanks for watching Larry!
@@larryirizarry1833 waited 5 months for mi Ripmo AF to arrive to PR to ! Its Worth the wait !
Now that you have been on the Ripley AF, how does the Orbea Occam H20 compare? I know the Occam has 140mm front and back. If you chose one, which would you chose? Thanks for the great content.
Good question. I haven't been on the Occam for a while but I did really like it. I would say AF climbs better but with the Occams longer travel and geo it descends a bit better. The Ripley AF holds its own really well and think both are great. If I had to choose I'd probably go Ibis as it is a better value and so much fun.....and hard to beat their customer service. Orbea's is good but you must go through dealer and the few issues I've had, parts came from Spain and took a while. Ibis is dealer or direct and great to work with.
what are the pladles
I have the DMR Vault pedals on this bike. Great grip
What are “pladles?”
Thanks for the review. Did your bike come with that downtube protector or did you add it yourself?
Thanks William. The downtube protection on mine is Lizard Skins carbon leather. The bike doesn't come with any protection but Ibis has some in the works and once you purchase and register it you let them know and you will receive custom protection for your frame. That's what I was told by Ibis.
@@StraightLine_MTB Awesome, I have a silver one on back order now. Thanks again!
Great review. You have any thoughts of running it with a 140 fork?
Hmm...I think with a 65.5° HTA it is already pretty aggressive for what it is. Wondering if a 140mm front would upset its already great balance. So far as is I think for it's intended category it smashes pretty well.
Totally agree on geo... it rips, and I actually think that damper feels better when it’s being run hard. Only reason I’ve considered it is just as little extra protection if I over heat something and dive into a hole. Feel like this bike could write checks my hands can’t cash
@@bryannuckols7743 I rode it pretty hard on a couple of our trails and found the fork pretty responsive for a Grip damper. I haven't bottomed it yet though I am trying lol.
For 1.76 cm which size do you recommend ?
at 176 cm Ibis has you listed on a Large. I am 5'11.5" and rode a large and found the cockpit more on the compact side so I am thinking at your height a Large would be a good fit. Possibly may want to run a shorter stem. You are on the tallest end of a Medium. Compare the geo numbers to your current bike and take into account how the current one feels.
How tall are you and what size did you choose
I'm 5'11.5" riding a large.
Very similar geo to Rift Zone. Any comparison here. Especially downhill.
Great comparison. Build spec aside I'd say DH capability is similar with slight edge to the RZ. The RZ felt a little more roomy in the cockpit. Ripley AF will climb better and has less pedal bob. If you can stretch to the AFs price I'd go that route otherwise the RZ3 is great as well.
Love the content and just subscribed. Been waiting for a carbon Ripley over in the UK after loving the demo bike, just get delivery info or lead times. go bored of waiting and I’m 2 weeks away from my Spur arriving (fingers crossed). When are you dropping the comparison video Ripley AF vs Spur etc. Think I might see how the Spur rides and see what the Carbon Ripley with AF geo looks like when it lands
Hey Paul thank you so much for the support! We will be working on the round up review soon. You really can't go wrong with either bike but they do have their own character. Excited to share the difference once we ride them head to head. Stay tuned 😉
What did you think of the brakes? They are the lowest G2's correct?
The brakes are G2 R 4 piston and they are the entry level. Aggressive and/or heavier riders may want to swap to something a bit more powerful. My favorites are Magura MT Trail Sport.
@@StraightLine_MTB I have never ridden Magura brakes. I am more of a shimano guy. But I need more time on my AF to rule out the G2 brakes.
@@lazylearner967 they are good brakes an you may enjoy them.
@@StraightLine_MTB I'm partial to Hope Tech 3 V4 with SS lines.
@@stevem3308 hope brakes are tip level. Had V4 and amazing
hola ! tengo la oferta de una ripley af pero tengo duda de la medida si M o L porque yo sou 174 cm y peso 72 kg como ves si me voy con large ??? porque la M se siente como es corta .....
Estás en el rango grande y pensé que Ripley se sentía en el lado más pequeño. Podrías optar por un vástago grande e instalar uno más corto si fuera necesario.
Where were you riding? Looks like the same part of Northern CA where I rode when I visited out West
Auburn Ca. These trails are in the Auburn SRA and Mammoth Bar OHV. Lots of good trails
@@StraightLine_MTB I thought so, I recognized that uphill rut with the guardrail at the top and said, ''Can you imagine some Hammer-Dawg hitting this so fast he could jump the guardrail?!'' - lol
I also rode Pioneer up Hwy20 and really liked it. We parked at White Cloud campground and rode up and back 3 times, great day! That's a real interesting trail, especially when you come upon a group of Equestrians and do your best not to spook the horses.
@@RU2AIM I've ridden a bit in Nevada City but not enough. There is some great riding out there as well.
@@StraightLine_MTB Pioneer is a trail that you can take a new rider down, it begins across Hwy20 from the Vista Point at 5100' and some riders park two vehicles so when they get to White Cloud or even further down like 5 mile house, they can shuttle back up, but we rode up from White cloud and back down, only 4-5 miles, 3 times and loved it.
Cuánto pesa la bici masomenos?
Out if interest how tall are you ? Would you recommend a size L or XL for a 6ft tall person?
I'm just under 6' on a large. I think the Ripley af feels smaller than the Spur or Izzo in the same size. I'd be interested in trying a xl but that would add weight and possibly take away from it's playful character.
@@StraightLine_MTB thanks I'm trying a ripmo AF today for sizing in XL and rode a norco fluid yesterday in large which has almost identical geometry to the ripley AF so I'll report back how it goes, your reviews are great thanks again!
@@Destijl86 what did you end up going with L or XL?
@@mattd7814 trying to get these in Australia has been impossible, I happened across an Obrea Occam H30 so I got that but if I was going to buy a ripley I would go with a Large, I would prefer a more agile bike vs. A larger one
@@Destijl86 Thanks, I’m 6’2” so a bit taller but also prefer a more agile bike I can throw around. L seems a bit small and XL maybe a bit big by the numbers. An XL Ripley is the only one available though but it’s online so I can’t try it out. The Occam H30 was also one of the bikes I was looking at but impossible to find here in Canada. Enjoy it sounds like an awesome bike as well.
Can you run say a 2.35 tire with the wide 35MM rims?
Ibis claims you can run 2.35-2.8 tire on the S35. It most likely would square the tire off a bit but I have not ran a 2.35 yet
@@StraightLine_MTB thanks! I can’t wait to hear your thoughts on the AF compared to the Spur!
Seems kinda odd to have changed the tires and added inserts for the review. The handling and cornering that you described are not what someone else is going to experience unless they do the same mods. Should have set a baseline with the stock gear and *then* made the changes.
Well not exactly since our bike arrived with Assegai front and rear and the stock build comes with Aggressors. Assegai tires are over kill on this bike and their slow rolling I feel take away from the bike. I think our selected tires are a good in-between. Plus it puts a similar tire category as our other bikes we will be doing a head to head on. Thanks for watching
Why do these companies ( Santa Cruz/Ibis) change HTAs of their trail bikes when they have other models that fit that that type riding already?? It's unfair to the people who liked the Ripley and Tallboy as they were
It seems like companies are making bikes longer and more slack. It started with the bigger bikes and now we are seeing it trickle to the trail and even XC categories. Longer and more slack does take away from playfulness but you do get a bit more capability. It seems like they are working to make room for yet another category of bikes ....super trail? Thanks for watching.
@@StraightLine_MTB well actually they are just making more bikes for a category they have covered already but whatever....