I replaced the Ripmo AF....

[@timdelph9048]

I have a carbon Ripmo, bought my wife a Ripley AF this fall. I'm really stoked on how great my wife's bike is. While I am in a great MTB town in the Pacific Northwest, I could ride all of the trails here on the Ripley just fine. Also, I'd never think to mountain bike in Florida, but those trails look awesome!

[@rywanders]

That is awesome! yeah Florida will surprise you. They build the trails in old phosphate mining locations

[@paulthompson6357]

I was on the opposite end. I have a shorter travel Norco Fluid FS (2021) that I modded to the 9s. It's super fun, fast, and playful but does beat me up a bit. I got a 2023 Alchemy Arktos 140 and holy hell what a difference in ride. The bike just inspires confidence and takes everything I throw at it with ease. It's quite a bit heavier than the Norco so climbs are a bit more slow (but not by much). But everywhere else the Arktos is a beast. Like you, we have a couple different bikes for different occasions. Who doesn't love an n+1? Oh, and it's great to see a regular guy having fun on his bike. Kudos.

[@rywanders]

Thanks Paul! Glad we both found the right bikes . I’ll have to take a peek at the alchemy

[@paulthompson6357]

@@rywanders it might make you regret getting the Ibis. 🤪

[@richardlittle9975]

@@rywanders hey man! Would you invis the full bike even the forks too? I’ve got the brushed metal 2022 model looks sick! Think it would be best in Matt invis? What you think mate? Thanks for help in advance 👍 Just thinking of the invis would look good on that model in Matt!? Thanks

[@rywanders]

@@richardlittle9975 yes absolutely! Protect your ride and keep it looking good. Next new bike I get I plan to do this or ridewrap.

[@richardlittle9975]

@@rywanders what you think about getting it done in Matt the 2022 brushed metal model? Think that would be best on that bike? Do you know the model? It’s almost looks like bare metal looks good! But don’t want to ruin that nice frame. Like clear invis might not look good I don’t know which would be best between the 2 what you think? Thanks for help!

[@ThisGuyRides]

you can check if Cushcore is installed or not by removing the valve core and stick a thin allen wrench down.

[@rywanders]

Thanks for the tip!

[@NewbGamingNetworks]

Honestly going to a few bike demos was great for me. I was originally set on the Ripley for the playful feel, but then I sat on the Exie and man that thing was a rocket. It really blew me away with how capable it was on the downs too. It handles a ton with 120mm of travel. Bought one a few days later. I love the attention to detail on the Ibis’ at a relatively reasonable price point for what you’re getting.

[@rywanders]

Yeah these shorter travel bikes punch! Love it. I do need to get on more demo rides

[@tjay_mac]

Had the Ripmo v2 last year for 2 weeks and sold it. I don’t like the Ibis carbon… I kept my Ripley AF instead because of how it rides. I have a pretty unique Ripley AF though at 27.5 lbs with Berd Hawk 27 wheels. 👌 I did like the Ripmo AF over the carbon. Ride quality on Ibis’s aluminum frames are nice especially for lighter riders.

[@johnmccool6875]

I went to my lbs a few days ago to look at a Ripmo AF, sick bike for 2700 but ended up with a Tallboy. I’m riding Colorado front range trails mostly, super chunky but honestly I think the Ripley AF or Tallboy type bike is plenty even for here. For east coast trail riding no doubt the 120mm travel bikes with modern geometry are the way to go. Enjoy your Ripley!

[@rywanders]

Agreed! I absolutely love this bike! Would love to test out a tallboy though

[@BrandonWatkins614]

Tbh im in a similar position to you, bought the ripmo as my one bike to do it all and have loved it for the past couple months (400+ miles of trail riding completed so far) i bought it to be capable for here in fl, but also to take on trips to jarrods place, kanuga, dupont, windrock, bryce bike park etc. While I've gotten used to the weight of the ripmo and enjoy what it brings to the table i cant help but think that the ripley might have been the right choice. Oh well, swapped my carbon wheels and lighter tires on there for FL trails and have noticed a marked improvement in handling and overall fun. In a couple years when my next new bike day comes along I'll probably just cave and buy an ebike and save the ripmo for when i hot those bike parks up north.

[@rywanders]

Yeah if you plan to ride Florida mostly, everyone is moving to e-bikes and it makes sense for here. The ripmo is still a great bike and yeah you’ll get used to the weight like you said. It just felt wrong, but worked out in the end. We need to ride sometime.

[@BrandonWatkins614]

@rywanders i agree, think the ripley or something thereabouts is the right bike for these trails here. Only thing with ebikes for me is the weight. 45+lbs is a lot to sling around. Maybe a mid-power ebike is roght for me, definitely have some test riding to do.

[@rywanders]

@@BrandonWatkins614 yes I agree. I would definitely like to ride a few before I pulled the trigger on one

[@andrewface]

Did you figure out what is going on in the fork? I found the same where I can’t seem to get into the last little bit of travel even with lower pressures.

[@rywanders]

Hm I haven’t had any issues with that.

[@andrewface]

@@rywandersahh I see. You were talking about the tire inserts. I misunderstood. Thanks for the reply though!

[@rywanders]

@@andrewface ah yeah and to my surprise there are none! Guess 29s have a different feel. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@rmhfpv9225]

A canyon 2023 Neuron with its updated geo would have been the way to go to pair with your Spectral... imo.

[@rywanders]

Yeah debated that too , but this bike a blast

[@TheIggyTech]

Kinda stuck in that dilemma right now too. I have a 150/150 Jeffsy and it's great, but I don't ride up in the Poconos and don't ride park. Most of my riding is South Jersey or Greater Philly undulating terrain. Ripley AF is high up on my list, especially with all these sales going on.

[@rywanders]

I’d say you can’t go wrong with the ripley. And that new protein shake color 🤌

[@davewallace9048]

I have a Ripley AF it’s my favorite bike.. I also have a fox 36 on the front at 140mm. Hi end build at 30.5 with pedals

[@rywanders]

#goals

[@casestudymtb]

The 36 really adds a ton capability to the ripley. I rode the ripley for a couple seasons before moving on to the ripmo. I wouldn't say I regretted selling the ripley, but I easily could have gotten it closer to my ideal with a 36.... though I wish the frame was more quite a bit more progressive.

[@rywanders]

Yeah can’t wait to see what she can do with a 36. Your videos on these bike were helpful, thanks for that!

[@mikeburgh3956]

Sweet Rig!! Hey which lizard grips are those? Don't believe I've ever seen them. Very nice

[@rywanders]

Thanks! They’re these: a.co/d/dCUogQ6

[@mikeburgh3956]

@@rywanders TY ry!!

[@TenzLekden]

New to the sport. Stuck between Ripmo and Ripley AF.

[@rywanders]

The Ridley is poppy and playful. The Ripmo is a bit heavy and slower to respond, but I feel would be a great bike if your riding in the mountains. Depends on what trails you’ll ride most. If you’re not hitting big jumps or super steep terrain I’d go Ripley all day.

[@paulclay9617]

I have a Ripmo AF, my son has a Ripley AF. I'm lusting after a Ripley and he's keen on a Ripmo. The grass is always greener... both great bikes.

[@dumplinggang2725]

Was the filming done at Carter Road?

[@netposerx]

It was

[@BrandonWatkins614]

Yeah, that is carter

[@rywanders]

You guessed it. Or “Loyce E Harpe”