Newly Released Bikes General

[Rorschach]

Interesting that none of the Ripley models come with a piggyback shock - all come with a Fox Float Factory
Having a look at the Ibis website though, looks like the Ripley has always been specced with one. Wonder what the rationale is there
Nice looking bikes too.

 

[Isildur]

I'm a fan. But then, I've been on a V1 for many years, with a -1.5 angleset, which has made it super fun all around bike. Not a mini-DH, but then I like a lively bike on the trail.

The new V3 is similar geo wise, I love the frame storage and coil compatability too. And that purple colour, oh my!

The budget doesn't like it though, not one little bit!

 

[slowmick]

I for one applaud our straight tube frame overlords. Make is a much more appealing bike - but removes the ability to immediately pick an Ibis in a crowd.

 

[komdotkom]

So it seems that Ripley and Ripmo are the same front and rear triangles, with just the little linkage bit (and build kit) to differentiate. I guess that partially explains it.

They will be selling the linkage bit aftermarket so you can have two bikes in one (with shock and fork swap) which is neat.

I'll bust out the old Fox Talas, it'll save me changing forks.

 

[Scotty T]

Yeah I'd be on a Large with those numbers. I like it, a lot.

They're looking like Nicolai/Geometron numbers. Very nice.

 

[pink poodle]

Of course they'd be all in for the straight tubes after I buy one...

 

[Mr Crudley]

Of course they'd be all in for the straight tubes after I buy one...

Oh there you are. We were getting worried.

 

[Tubbsy]

They're looking like Nicolai/Geometron numbers. Very nice.

I watched an interview with the Ibis guy who was pretty insistent that you should stick to your normal size and not consider reach only.

 

[beeb]

I watched an interview with the Ibis guy who was pretty insistent that you should stick to your normal size and not consider reach only.

But who will buy the "extra-mediums" then?

 

[beeb]

The new Spot Mayhem 140 looks cool. Carbon frame, Ti leaf, sensible trailbike geo. Looks like a fun thing.

 

[Scotty T]

I watched an interview with the Ibis guy who was pretty insistent that you should stick to your normal size and not consider reach only.

The previous XL Ripmo AF was about the same as the Titan I rode which fitted well. Now the L is slightly bigger than the XL Titan. I really like it.

 

[fjohn860]

The new Spot Mayhem 140 looks cool. Carbon frame, Ti leaf, sensible trailbike geo. Looks like a fun thing.

Yeah I saw this thing.

Looks good.

 

[kten]

Noticing that I'd be going down a frame size for a few bikes released this year - anyone else?

Ripmo looks alright but, bet it's a blast to ride.

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Nobody else bothered by the BB not being the lowest part of the frame? The SB150 did the same but Yeti saw the light with the new models.

 

[komdotkom]

So it seems that Ripley and Ripmo are the same front and rear triangles, with just the little linkage bit (and build kit) to differentiate. I guess that partially explains it.

They will be selling the linkage bit aftermarket so you can have two bikes in one (with shock and fork swap) which is neat.

I'll bust out the old Fox Talas, it'll save me changing forks.

The new Spot Mayhem 140 looks cool. Carbon frame, Ti leaf, sensible trailbike geo. Looks like a fun thing.

That has my interest.

 

[bear the bear]

Disappointed Specialized cheaped out on these

S-Works Epic World Cup LTD - Forward 50 Collection

As we mark our first half-century, we're celebrating the next 50 years of innovation with the S-Works Epic World Cup Forward 50 LTD.With multiple World ...

www.specialized.com

 

[Stredda]

Disappointed Specialized cheaped out on these

S-Works Epic World Cup LTD - Forward 50 Collection

As we mark our first half-century, we're celebrating the next 50 years of innovation with the S-Works Epic World Cup Forward 50 LTD.With multiple World ...

www.specialized.com

Two decent Ebikes for one of those.

 

[mike14]

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but that is an ugly bike.
Also " an irreverent, rebellious spirit" are not words that would usually be used to describe the big-S from what I have observed

 

[Rorschach]

Two decent Ebikes for one of those.

Where are you getting a decent ebike for 10.5k?

12.5k however can get you something solid:

S-Works Tarmac SL8 LTD - Forward 50 Collection

As Specialized celebrates its 50th Anniversary and the innovation that has helped us inspire riders worldwide, we have our sights set on the next 50 yea...

www.specialized.com

 

[Stredda]

Where are you getting a decent ebike for 10.5k?

12.5k however can get you something solid:

S-Works Tarmac SL8 LTD - Forward 50 Collection

As Specialized celebrates its 50th Anniversary and the innovation that has helped us inspire riders worldwide, we have our sights set on the next 50 yea...

www.specialized.com

Top of the line Trek Rail is just over $10k and there's plenty others.

 

[hifiandmtb]

Maybe it's the frame storage strengthening that's lead to the extra weight?

Those bags worked really nicely with the old swoopy frame designs, in particular.

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Absolutely!

I should have bought mine years ago. No more damn phone in the pocket!

Doubt you could fit a larger phone in the Ripmo 3 in frame storage…