Unboxing (and RIDING!) the new Ibis Ripley!

[@grubbjt]

Writing the book on modern marketing with the Ibis/Jeff pairing. Evil missed the boat with Phil. Well done.

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Awe shucks, thanks Jason! I believe pretty strongly that these bikes are really, really good. And I know first hand that the crew at Ibis is rock solid and really wants everyone to have a great experience with their bikes. It's hard to not get behind a brand like that! And I agree about Evil and Phil, if I ran marketing at Evil, I would be doing TONS with Phil!

[@leeseoWestport]

One of the most smoothest, stylish, fastest mtb-ers around tube-land. He pumps every trail roller and simply hops over any obstacle that would slow one down.

[@jensonusabicycles]

Great first look! What a rad bike and equally rad rider. We think this bike is going to be one of the top choice trail bikes for a huge range of riders. Ibis is absolutely killing it on their bike line. Keep Pedaling!

[@user-si8zf9hy1b]

.....and Manualing when you're not Pedaling!!

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Thanks guys, I super appreciate the support! Agreed that the Ripmo will work for SO MANY people out there!

[@povbehindbars1305]

@@JeffKendallWeed .. I you meant the Ripley. lol

[@powhoundus]

Edited version of this video should be THE Ibis marketing video for this bike. You make it look like the most fun a person can have on a bike! I’m amazed you nailed all those hits first time on that trail. Thinking you have exceptional skills.

[@matthewpearce7017]

Rules of the game: 1. No more than 1 tire on the ground at all times. 2. Bonus points for 0 tires on the ground. Winner: JKW...every time.

[@jrbechthold]

Right? Guy is amazing!

[@graememackenzie8795]

You just ooze style on the trails! Hats-off to whomever is doing the camera work too...brilliant cinematography...you are setting the standard for what a KZbin MTB video should be.

[@MonsterChuck]

Whenever I get into an activity I always try to find people that are great at it so I can watch them for inspiration. You are that for me with mountain biking. Something about your riding style is smooth and fun. I have been riding on and off for about 7 years but just got a new bike and am getting back into it. Your videos motivate me to progress and ride more. I appreciate what you do.

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Thanks Chuck!!!

[@peterchowra8022]

Great vid! The BikeYoke is available with 185 mm drop if you want more, so no need to change brand if you want a longer post than the 160 you had on. Can’t say enough good things about the BikeYoke posts.

[@brendenwestin8785]

That wheelie onto the log was sweet! Love your videos, Jeff. Cheers!

[@AF-O6]

Your camera person is absolutely fantastic!

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Thanks man, Colby does good work!

[@willbros1499]

It's like every video they put out is a feature that could be used for promotional purposes. Well...minus the music choice in some cases, but that's just a personal thing. The videography and riding....second to NONE.

[@toddfathermtb6942]

Great video Jeff. Your camera guy is awesome. Your riding is amazing and your personality is infectious. Keep pumping out great videos!

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Thanks Todd! Colby did a great job with this. We actually went and shot this on a whim when a contract job got rained out- stoked on how it came out!

[@TheJaxsonjack]

Sometimes, the best bike reviews are when the rider is actually riding the bike a d not talking as much. This is one such review. Awesome video! My wife thanks you for making me part ways with $5k +!

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Thanks BJ, and congrats on your new ride!!!

[@bengtstensson7719]

Cool bike and cool riding Jeff. But damn! All the credit to your camera man. That was some sick filming :-o

[@sapyproducts]

I am very impressed at the attention to detail from Jenson USA with their packaging! I will definitely choose them for my next bike purchase; smart company for pairing up with you! This was an excellent insight into the new Ibis Ripley and your riding style is truly one of my very favorites ones; you're basically the bike! 👌💯

[@donnovicki9771]

How to avoid pedal strikes,.............just jump every obstacle that comes your way. Great vid Jeff.

[@davidselby604]

Geez Jeff glad you slowed down. Lol. Thanks for the Vid, love to watch you ride.!

[@gekkardboy]

Love the camera work. Recently purchased a Mojo 3 at a nice discount for a backup bike. Ibis makes great machines.

[@blnokc6793]

The talented Mr. Ripley! I want one.

[@kylefogle6022]

Wow!! This is underrated. Keep up the great work, if you wanna call it that.

[@ToshJucker]

Great work Jeff and co. Sounds like the new Ripley is for a good majority of riders. Took a page from the Ripmo it seems. Love the content as always, and the shredding is always on point!

[@michaelutley7661]

Wow! Beautiful!! Ibis just won sexiest bike ever award! Nailed the geo!! I’ve gotta Sb4.5 for sale!!

[@shannonelvey1574]

This just proves u don't need 3000mm travel. Awesome video makes me meant to go ride

[@duanehundley]

I was amazed by the video work. You guys really put in the time and it shows!

[@stevepodraza6363]

By far the best vids and talent on the net 👍🏻

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Thanks Steve!

[@TrailPOV]

The HUGE smile on your face while riding said it all. Nice bike fo sho!

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Hahaha thanks man!!!

[@herosquadlivemusic4815]

Whoa Port Gamble! So cool to see you smashing through my home trails! Lynx and Ranger were definitely the best we have on offer for you. You'll have to come back in a year or so when the bike park is built up.

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Right on Hero Squad! Those trails were super fun, I heard they all got logged but they were in good shape!

[@derekim75]

What arider~!!! One of the best mtb rider in KZbin without a doubt~~~ Love from Korea~!!!!!!

[@garydecker3281]

Great review I like the ideas for upgrades also. I also love my PNW bar and seat post!

[@stumpe3942]

Hans dampf at back and nobby nic front, I think it should be other way round.. Nice vid Jeff!

[@PedalingDave]

Always a joy to watch you ride and the edits are so well done. I will ride a bike for several years before buying another but you def have me looking at Ibis. It will make me ride like you, yes? 😁😎

[@paulbassett9732]

FairPlay, dudes got more flow than a river

[@tomaszmichewicz7867]

Great video man👌My Ripley is coming this Thursday 😁

[@troyphillips1077]

DUDE !!! I just came across your channel. Love love it .

[@arludelapena9237]

Another awesome vid, Jeff! Thank you for the inspiration and mad props to your camera dude! Job well done and keep up these awesome vids flowin' my man!

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Thanks Arlu!

[@rustnevrsleeps]

took a ripley on a 3 hour demo at the Sedona festival last month, sweet bike. nice work jeff. I want a new bike day!!

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Thanks Rust! New Bike Days are great days!

[@Schultzman]

Awesome trails and riding. Like the bike too!

[@biketothetop]

Jeff, fun ride on the bright side!

[@m00nchildblues]

I thought u were headed to the cap forest enduro trails at the ORV Park entrance, but those drops would of been too much for the v4 Rip. Another great video jeff!

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Peter, i have no idea where the goods are at Capitol Forest, and with a bike that was still under embargo (we filmed this a month before the public annoncement) I couldnt get a guide involved. Next time!

[@WorldwideCyclery]

Looks clean!

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Yew!!!! Thanks Jeff!

[@aliikane]

Great review. That bike is fun. Rode the last version and it was quite lively and nimble for a 29er. I wanna ride like JKW.

[@dinosaur155155]

After riding both this and the Ripmo, which would you prefer for Northwest Arkansas?

[@RiderDon]

Wow fantastic riding you’re so awesome to watch as always 👍🏼🍻

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Thanks Don!

[@SamsBikes]

Hey Jeff thanks for the review... the bike looks amazing, hey how did you shoot moving footage on the trails super cool Drone?

[@jakemanolini2527]

Hey buddy, this would of most likely been pulled off with someone running with a gimbal, if you listen carefully you can hear the footsteps :)

[@mountaincruiser817]

You should get sponsered by “Manuals”. You'll be rich in no time! 😊 (ok, I coulnt come up with something better.) Looks like a great bike, but I stick with my DV9. Thats all I'm ever to be able to ride, but a great bike it is.

[@jordanarmstrong8358]

Your riding is impressive my friend.

[@markpalmer3071]

Oh nice... looks like my next bike, once I finish building my dv9

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Awesome Mark!!

[@JimmyRadloff]

Absolute sickness!! You're a lucky man!

[@dirttdude]

My old buddy dropped insane mega coin on a bow-ti, you should see the warranty that thing came with, i mean, goddamn... lifetime transferable unlimited no questions asked warranty on the frameset. The promise was 'as long as it exists they are going to stand behind it' and that's how they justified the ridiculous price.... Five days in, the bottom tube cracked, eleven months later he gets it back and they welded the crack up, 10 minutes of riding later the crack opened up and spread all the way to the and of the BB tube and 11 months later he gets it back with the entire crack welded back up..... Get this, 6 returns and 6 years later they tell him that they're sorry but they cant fix it, that's when he learned that "sorry" forgives all warranty responsibilities. i will never forget the look on his face when he realized that he lost the fight, not as long as i live.

[@findthelinemtb237]

Woooo finally remembered to follow you on KZbin 😎👌

[@pan0rama546]

This bike is more of a XC/trail oriented machine and not really meant to send big stuff...says Jeff after sending absolutely everything on the new to him trail system 😂 only JKW Awesome as always!!

[@mikes.8305]

pan0rama I was thinking the exact same thing!

[@mitchelllawver6097]

For bigger guys 200lbs+ semi-aggressive trail riding in the west would this be enough bike? Or would the ripmo likely still be the way to go?

[@monty808]

Love your riding style. Can you do a How to Manual video?

[@cellphonenut]

Let it be said Jeff is soooo skilled he can make any bike look 👍 But must give Kudos to the Ibis team as he looks extremely smooth on this new Riply💪💪🤛🤛

[@johnmckenzie5707]

Jeff. Have you over forked the ripley using a 140mm fork ? feedback?

[@leonardoolivar]

Two questions Jeff.1) The bike looks more playful but, how about climbing? Better than the previous model? 2)what's the weight in that particular model you rode? Thanks.

[@rushinroulette]

Great video!

[@mikegarmer7499]

Man, I love watching you ride! Keep putting out the content! By the way what did you think about the Texas riding scene I haven't not made it out to the Austin area trails but there is a growing scene here in my area as well!

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Thanks Mike! Texas was cool- so much energy!!! Very different with the prevalence of private trails, but it works.

[@rekamniar]

Woah, even xc bikes are now cool.

[@billydelavega]

Frame size recommend I’m on a large OG Ripley that I reallllly like a lot but seeing the geometry on the new frame makes me wonder if I should get a M or a L . Any suggestions?

[@dillonsantos9809]

Sweet video jeff!!

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Thanks Dude Dawg Dillon!

[@jaredtopilko1313]

It would cool to have The Message on this bike.

[@gravedigga71]

Sweet Bike! Can you please tell me which bike stand ist this @1:29 ?

[@chrispobanz1161]

I love your videos, but it is pretty obvious that you had to get your sponsors in at the end tho. This is my next bike, ibis is killing it lately.

[@dansburns]

Another great vid, Jeff. It'll be interesting to see what they do to the Mojo 3 next. How does this compare to your Mojo 3? I would think too much overlap.

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Great question Dan, they are similar indeed but the M3 uses the older style geometry. The Ripley is much more efficient and climbs a ton better with the more modern geo. I'd personally love a more aggressive Mojo 3, which is exactly what my 130/136mm "mini" HD4 feels like. There's so much energy for 29ers in today's market that I'm not surprised the Ripley got the refresh first, but man, a small and aggro 27.5 bike would be so nice!

[@MBdrummer3288]

The shred is large with this one.

[@GustavoSanchez64]

By any chance will you get another go at the bike in the future? I would really like to see the numbers on it when running it with a 120mm fork for a more marathon/xc setup. Keep thinking the bb would be too low with that and your more normal 2.25-2.3 XC type tires.

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Ibis raised the BB by 5mm so it'd work better with a 120mm fork. I liked the way the bike pumps as well with this higher BB. I had to delete a big chunk of Colin's talking about this, but check this vid out for more info: kzbin.info/www/bejne/l6LRgmWpnpZnhdk

[@scrutch666]

Hmm i have really problems with categorizing it as a bike for a average rider. As someone who loves every aspect of mountain biking all i have seen from this bike actually made me realize that a bike like this is missing in my collection. I have actually no bike that i would happily take out for long rides. Something i used to do a lot on my hardtail but back then i had more mellow trails. All this enduro bikes just feel like driving a bus compared to a racebike. Still would love to see this bike with 140-130 . Is the ripmo climbing as good as the ripley? What makes me doubt about the ripmo is the big travel. That would put it again the region of my 2019 rocky instinct bc which i still like a lot so no reason to replace it. So it would have to climb much better than my rocky, hope you can give me some advice. Im in a weird spot as someone who raced xc but now also loves jump trails and dirt jumps. Help i suffer from toomanybikeilose

[@Stchamps]

Why do you recommend such aggressive tires for a short travel 29er?

[@francescozancolo9885]

How does it pedal compared to the previous version?

[@cliffsangelsphotography]

How did the DPS perform on the Ripley?

[@magellan1818]

Is the hd 4 next to get a makeover? Love the video! You are an amazing rider!!!

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Hey Matt, great question, I have no idea what's next from Ibis!

[@Stchamps]

Matt Love most likely the Mojo 3.

[@Box52222]

Rides like a ballerina - smiles like an assassin.

[@NDemanuele1]

Awesome video Jeff! I also loved the Ibis Camp video! Wow!! I am super interested in one. As you know I been riding a V1 Ripley. It seems like they made some radical changes to the eccentrics. Since the eccentrics are very similar to the Ripmo's. Have you had any issues with the eccentrics on the Ripmo since you been riding it? This new Ripley really looks like a blast to ride. I might just pull the trigger and order one, no demo necessary. I'm guessing it's going to have the same characteristics of the Ripley with the stability of the Ripmo?

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Hey Norbert, thanks for the note. The eccentrics are now gone- the bike instead uses links. The lower link is identical to the Ripmo's, and there have been awesome reports of the durability. I haven't had to touch mine once. The upper link is a similar design to the Ripmo, and those usually last a few years. Your hypothesis to the feel of the bike is pretty spot on! I would build up the Ripley with a 140 travel 36 and would probably go DPX2, but that's just for my max aggro riding style. The stock set up is going to work so well for so many people!

[@NDemanuele1]

@@JeffKendallWeed Thanks Jeff! Sounds like my dream bike!..LOL! When you say Stock setup, is this the NX or GX build? I think I'm going to go with NX.

[@nickv3085]

Not sure why I noticed but you wear your wedding band on your right hand?

[@hifiandmtb]

What's with the non-standard colour - should be blue or black? I like this grey...

[@hifiandmtb]

Hang on - it turned blue outdoors!

[@middleagedmediocremountain4767]

What trails were those?

[@ikarigear]

Superb vid! What camera / stabilizer do you guys use for on-trail shots?

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Hey Roman, for the riding footage I use a GoPro Hero 6 with a GoPro Karma gimbal.

[@ikarigear]

@@JeffKendallWeed even for the shots where someone films by runing down the trail behind you?

[@samot8528]

Hay from Puerto Rico 🇵🇷🤙

[@martybee6648]

Jeff what is the worst fall you’ve ever taken ?

[@chumpmtb2554]

I've been thinking about picking up a short travel 29er for my trails that don't need a big bike. This is making me wonder how many pennies I can save up, haha.. Is it DPX 2 compatible?

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Yep it is DPX2 and X2 compatible!!! Thanks man!

[@mikes.8305]

Chump MTB it’s metric size, but unfortunately I don’t think fox currently makes a Dpx2 in that size. So while the frame is compatible the shock doesn’t exist in the right size.

[@MrRobl200]

Looks so much like a ripmo :)

[@Babakati]

Who can possibility give this video a thumbs down

[@evowario]

Great video🤘🏾🚵🏽

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Thanks Mario!

[@fiveyearclub6024]

oops I just bought a Ripley. Dang! Not sure if the wheelie or the jumps got me.

[@JeffKendallWeed]

That's awesome man!!! I am eagerly awaiting my own Ripley, hope to have mine in a couple of weeks here. Enjoy your new bike, and CONGRATS!

[@motron1845]

Do you ever worry that you might smile so hard that your face cracks in two?

[@motron1845]

Great riding btw

[@donbachek49]

Love the videos. Just wondering though, if you had to pick only one, Ripmo or Ripley, what would you pick? Obviously everyone is different and what is best for you and someone else is relative to trails. Just curious what you would pick?

[@mikes.8305]

Don Bachek I can speak for him, but as a rider that wants to ride like him I would consider your local trails and riding style. The Ripmo with the x2 can be tuned for big jumps and drops and a bit of the bike park. It can also be super fun on flow trails. I think the Ripmo climbs really good. If you have the rowdy trails the Ripmo was probably the most versatile bike I have ridden. The ripley would not be my first or 10th choice for the bike park. But if I were doing 4-6 hour rides or more flow trails the Ripley looks amazing.

[@mikes.8305]

Whoops didn’t read the last bit of your comment. Lol I’m guessing he would pick the HD4

[@donbachek49]

Thank you

[@LowerAnimal]

This is the dude to REALLY show this bikes capabilities, not BKXC lol

[@alcopower5710]

JKW is a more advanced rider than BKXC but I think the intention from Ibis is to show that all levels of riders can enjoy this bike. There is a super small percentage of riders that I would put in the same category as Jeff so Ibis is very smart to align themselves with both. It would be pretty easy to just sign deals with advanced riders only and ignore the rest. In addition (and maybe most important) I bet Ibis was looking for very particular personalities for their brand to be associated with and in my humble opinion hit 2 home runs with Jeff and Brian.

[@FreerideMTB]

Jeff Kendall Wheelieeeeee🤙🤙🤙🤙🤙😃💪

[@NDURcycling]

Like a 5010 from ibis

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Nah, more like a tallboy. The 5010 is 27.5, the Ripley is 29.

[@unworktotravel4720]

Great review! I'm wondering what you would choose between this and the Ripmo for techy, trialsy climbing?

[@graysquirreltreeservice7299]

That boy can ride🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣👍👍

[@MagnusThornberg]

Always so fun to see you ride. Are you riding with fast rebound for that pop?

[@LowerAnimal]

WHY DONT YOU EVER GIVE THE FILMER CREDIT JEFF?!?

[@themtbguy9496]

Where's the ripmo?

[@JeffKendallWeed]

The Ripmo is what Colby rides while we film!

[@jmard24]

he needs to work on his skills. Don't see how hes considered a pro. just because hes super fast, precise and one of the most technically sound riders iv'e ever seen.....................cool sounstrack to the video

[@gregcavanaugh6259]

The new Ripley looks awesome, but can someone explain why carbon frames alone are now $3,000? (when they used to be $2,000 not that long ago). Why are they so much more expensive now? Is a $1K increase really due to cost?

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Hey Greg, carbon frames have been $3000 for about 5 or 6 years now. Costs went up around 2014. Yeti still charges the most, and Ibis/Santa Cruz/Pivot are all similarly priced.

[@gregcavanaugh6259]

@@JeffKendallWeed thanks. Did materials get more expensive in 2014? Or import duties? Or wages in Taiwan? I understand that prices go up, especially as demand increases for these high-end brands, but it just seems odd the frame is 3K and a complete bike is only 1k more. Great riding and content. I would like to know more about how the new Ripley pedals. Can it do duty as an occasional amateur marathon or even xc race bike?

[@masonmyers6923]

Did you grow up only riding a unicycle or what?

[@VALERYAN581]

nice video ,fuck the bike no money for this,nice video

[@mountainlessmtb9940]

Great video!