Ripmo 2 First Ride // One Thing Shocked Me

[@aweldum]

We just bought my wife an AF and the DVO suspension on it is unreal! I have a fox factory yeti sb5.5 and weight aside I can’t believe how much I love her bike! The important part is she loves it too and has shared a lot of the sentiments Beth states here , like being immediately comfortable on it and so forth. Cheers to new bikes and getting rowdy on beautiful trails🍻🚵🏻

[@JZMartinez]

Introduced my wife as my counter-part, she decided to drive over my bike... u can send me a Ripmo AF, frameset w/suspension and moto wheels. I will finish out the rest. Thx. 😎👍

[@clarkbigatel5377]

John Martinez you need a new wife also...

[@garybusy6102]

This comment is funnier than shit ! LMAO John! 👍

[@robprzy]

The comment about not having enough spring to accelerate rebound is so true. Our company, Motion Instruments, quantified this with data to Ibis about 1.5 years ago and they have since made some big suspension changes (Traction Tune). MRP is a partner too, though I don't have experience with their products. It's great to see you guys having the same experience.

[@remymetailler]

Yeah James! Turning into a KZbinr!

[@murf003]

Remy slashin trails

[@ridebc1629]

haha yeah right. learn from the best !

[@CaliradoKid]

Come for the bike review. Stay for the scenery. Wow. This area is stunning!

[@TheLoamRanger]

Squamish is unlike any other place out there! Just wait until we release the upcoming videos of us on Squamish slab trails -- it's hard to focus on the trail when the surroundings are so beautiful.

[@CaliradoKid]

@@TheLoamRanger Can't wait! I'm 80% sure I'm going to do a rode trip to Whistler this year. If so then I HAVE to hit Squamish along the way now that I've seen this!

[@TAZMON20]

Once you've ridden the DW Link you'll find it hard to ride anything else, it just keeps on giving, enjoy!

[@bbarker5766]

I can tell you this. Me and my son have ridden Ibis and Pivots which are both DW link bikes and for us the Ibis bikes performed soooo much better than the Pivot bikes!!

[@Mr_RichardH]

Bike looks great, glad you've taken to it so quickly. I am INSANELY jealous of the state of those trails your riding. They look perfect. It's been raining her in Britain for (what feels like) the last 4 months solid. Everything's a swamp!

[@ridebc1629]

Come to Squamish early season it's the best time of year :). Give us a shout!

[@TheLoamRanger]

Thanks! Yep, absolutely perfect conditions. Now we're back in the snow of Alberta though haha.

[@ridebc1629]

Yesss Ryan & Beth!! Such a fun day on berms with you two. Stoked to have you back. Glad you enjoyed the new bikes, they look unreal. For viewers thinking about coming to Squamish, great thought :) Get in touch with Ride BC and we'll set it up! Best trails on earth! (ridebc.ca)

[@lezee2545]

That sweet, sweet crunching sound of the bike gliding on the dirt. Never get tired of it. And... "counterpart"? Sounded like a corporate team-building camp introduction :D

[@TheLoamRanger]

Haha I know, I know. For some reason saying "wife" didn't seem to fit in the moment. 🙈

[@chameleonpogono]

That area looks gorgeous! Since I subscribed to you a few weeks ago, I've really been looking at the MRP coil shocks for my HD5. I got a hold of Gradyn at MRP. Super nice guy. He IMMEDIATELY responded to me. I told him about my RA and the type of feel I want in my ride. Really cool they can customize a coil shock. Just need the money now. The Mrs said I don't get anything for a while since I just got the bike. Soooooo, maybe next year. Still want to watch your videos and see how the MRP suspension goes for you.

[@T.R.S.D.]

That trail looks super fun! The bike sounded like it was dialed in!

[@pnwshredder2559]

Thanks to you in one of your prior videos I got the Catalyst Evo and they are amazing just rode them yesterday. What kept me from the OG Catalyst is the way ths pins went in I didn't want that hassle lol

[@TheLoamRanger]

Awesome! Yep, the new ones are definitely an improvement over the originals in a lot of ways.

[@pnwshredder2559]

The Loam Ranger I freaking love them! Thanks again for your awesome channel man!!!!

[@steveflor9942]

Great review. Nice riding on the best looking flow trail I've seen in a while. Could you please elaborate a bit about the MRP shock and fork? Thanks

[@TheLoamRanger]

Thanks! The fork is the MRP Ribbon air 29 with 76psi in the positive chamber and about 78 in the negative chamber. The shock is the MRP Hazzard with a 550lb spring. The dampers are set pretty neutral right now and feel quite good! Later in the week I cased an 8 foot drop onto a rock with my back wheel and even then I didn't feel/hear a harsh bottom-out, so between the valving of the shock and the Ripmo's suspension curve, things seem pretty dialled. Let me know if you have any other questions! Here's a link to the MRP website: bit.ly/suspension-thats-smooth-as

[@pbls43]

You definitely should try with the stock angle /stock headset,I think you're gonna like the compromise os stable and agile at the same time

[@TheLoamRanger]

I just might!

[@bryanmurphy26]

Yes. I think Ibis got it right. It's pretty aggressive as is.

[@micheandmikey]

Just waiting for my XL....about 30 days out. Shimano XT build, PNW Components dropper, bar & grips. :)

[@TheLoamRanger]

That sounds like a rad build! That's going to be a long month haha

[@FoVision]

Can you do an honest comparison vid between this and your Pole? I recently bought a Pole and I was shocked that you made such a change especially geometry wise.

[@TheLoamRanger]

The geo change isn't all that dramatic actually, at least not with me going with the XL Ripmo2. Having a bike with a *little* less reach and a *bit* shorter chainstays was something I was after and this one fit the bill. I'm finding the Ripmo in XL (for my height) strikes a really nice balance between being stable at speed, yet still flickable and jumpable on the trail. Like I tend to say often, every bike has it's pros and cons, so you just have to choose the one that best fits where you ride, what you ride and how you like to ride it. In 2020, pretty much all bikes are awesome, so just get out and ride it!

[@hridayeshshah9791]

What ride! looks so smooth. you must be loving your Ripmo??

[@CalgaryDynastar]

Cant believe how those trails look for February, the Squamish dream

[@ridebc1629]

oh yeah. been a great early season here :)

[@TheLoamRanger]

Oh man, we were so pumped to see the weather shape up like it did. Perfect early-season conditions!

[@CalgaryDynastar]

The Loam Ranger glad you see you guys got some amazing conditions to try out the new setups and are enjoying them 🤘🏼

[@jpdirt289]

I have watched a lot of biking videos and this one seems so smooth as your riding if what you are saying is true then that is what I am seeing this bike looks so smooth and easy to jump things and move around on it?

[@bbarker5766]

Awesome trail man... my son's Ripmo AF will be here soon. RN we have the stock SLX build and look forward to getting the DVO suspension dialed and we went with the coil shock too. Might consider that headset if he feels he needs more slackness in his life. Lol

[@jasonbaumann6947]

Even the dirt is better in BC? Anyone notice that the Ripmo AF was so cool that carbon bike is the "carbon version" of the AF?

[@bikerdhill]

excellent video, excellent report, fantastic trail, well done

[@B1KER]

That trail looked sweet! Glad ya like the new bike. I haven't had a chance to throw a leg over a Ripmo yet.

[@TheLoamRanger]

It's a legendary trail! Knowing the kinds of trails you ride out there in SC, the Ripmo 2 is definitely worth checking out, if you're in the market for a new bike.

[@B1KER]

The Loam Ranger The riding in Santa Cruz is very different from where I ride. It’s a lot more rocky and chunky here, whereas SC is more loamy or rooty.

[@TheLoamRanger]

@@B1KER Right! I always think you're right in the Santa Cruz area for some reason.

[@B1KER]

@@TheLoamRanger It's a couple hours, but close enough you can do it in a day trip. Northern California is interesting because it has a bunch of completely different climates and geologies really close to each other.

[@bantxc5616]

I don’t have a mountain bike just a bmx but I can’t ride mountains with that. gone on a few rides on rental bikes with friends and I rode my brothers trek marlin too hard an almost broke it so I’m saving up for a more trail worthy bike but I can’t rent a bike if I’m saving money and I ride without a bike so I’m stuck. 😭

[@timtherascal]

“Feels different to my last bike “ That’s because it’s not 2 miles long like the Polé

[@pukki34]

Butthurt about bike geos , are we

[@mathieudoiron9867]

2:55 gotta love that voice crack

[@TheLoamRanger]

🤭

[@joeblack4026]

its nice to hear that you can put an angle set on the carbon ripmo. Not every brand allows that on their carbon frames. Like for ex. YT

[@andrewpm2]

That trail looks amazing

[@cyclicalcycler993]

So the Big drop made your rear wheel go back into being true since the build? Hmm!

[@TheLoamRanger]

Haha good eye! I had the wheel trued after the build, so it was straight as an arrow going into this trip.

[@lynxg4641]

I'd be really interested to see a vid where you ride it with the wheels you had on your old bike to give a fair comparison between the different suspension designs since those Moto rims are sposed to do quite a serious job in that regard, so could be a big part of the different/better feel :-\ Also will be interested to hear what you think running it with the stock geo compared to with the angleset, I'm thinking you will like it stock more - slacker is not always better, all depends on if the bike was designed properly to make the geo work.

[@cliffordrichardc]

Ripmo 2 want to see more

[@harzenduro]

I'm shocked at the "shocked" title. Will you really say something bad about your new sponsor's bike? Probably not. I like how you avoided saying Pole Bikes and referred to it with "the other" bike.

[@TheLoamRanger]

Well, I was shocked at how good the rear suspension was, so it was a good 'shocked' haha. I always try to give a balanced perspective when it comes to things like this and I stated some pros and cons when they came up. I'm not a professional editorial tech reviewer though and these bikes are just meant to be the tools we use to create our travel/how-to/vlog videos. So when it comes to bike reviews, best stick to guys like Mike Levy etc. Having said that, it looks like all the pro tech reviewers are saying the same things as me about the new Ripmo 😏A good bike is a good bike!

[@harzenduro]

@@TheLoamRanger Are there any high end bikes out there that aren't good?

[@willbros1499]

@@harzenduro .... Yes. If you care even 1% about pedal efficiency, then the Transition Sentinel is NOT for you. It's a slug. So yes...you can think you are getting a bike that ticks the boxes, but be sorely disappointed by the performance if you don't take the time to demo them.

[@harzenduro]

Willbros I guess I was lucky then having bought a Megatower without the chance to demo it. It ticks all the boxes for me but then again, I have never really cared about pedal efficiency or geometry. It needs to be good on the downhill. The rest is just a mere inconvenience.

[@willbros1499]

@@harzenduro .... I'm not suggesting that we can't get good bikes by ordering them sight unseen. I am saying that if you have particular performance dynamics that riders want from a bike, then demo'ing them and getting a feel for those subleties can make the difference between a bike that you absolutely love, or one that you ride for a few years and don't ever quite jive with. I had a Transition Bandit 27.5, and the rear triangle broke. I loved that bike. They replaced it with a Scout frame when they didn't have anything for the Bandit. It should have been a great bike for our area, but I never liked it. The 125mm rear travel, down from the 140 of the Bandit, wasn't enough....and even after adding a 150mm fork and angle set, it just never felt as composed as the bandit either. But....FFWD a year, and I demo'd the carbon Patrol, and it did everything i WANTED the Scout to do...pedaled well, and descended amazingly well. Then later, I bought a used GT Force thinking it would be a more aggressive trail bike to complement the Patrol, and I HATED that bike. We just did not jive well at all. But...that taught me a lesson, DEMO. So, when I was convinced I wanted a Sentinel, I tried it and just about everything else at Outerbike Bentonville. And...it was about the worst bike I rode out of all of them, and the Ripmo killed it, even though it wasn't even on my list up to that point. So....that's why I always encourage people to demo bikes whenever possible, even if it's just to confirm what you already think! And to your point...what I loved about the Ripmo is its ability to rip the descents, AND pedal amazingly well. That's what I wanted, because in Arkansas you earn every inch of your downs, so pedaling a slug can be miserable on hot summer days.

[@landonyee3096]

Thank you for the detailed review, loved it! Also, amazing video footage. What are your GoPro settings? I can't seem to get mine dialed in and I've tried to watch as many KZbin videos as possible but can't get a straight answer from anyone. Any help is greatly appreciated for resolution, hyper smooth setting, FOV, etc. Thanks!!

[@maxm1442]

When are the new pedals being released to the public?

[@TheLoamRanger]

I'm not sure. If you get on the Pedaling Innovations mailing list, you'll be first to know. I think they're doing the release in waves.

[@RyuMoto]

Please do a video vs your previous Poles

[@benasquith26]

It would be very biased because they're now sponsored by ibis, it would be a video about how good the ibis is compared to the pole

[@TheLoamRanger]

Ben not really, no. They are two very different bike companies who make pretty different bikes, so it’s not about which one is better, it’s about what you want as a rider. Every bike and every bike company has its pros and cons, you just have to weigh them out for yourself. About doing a direct comparison video, it’s just not great etiquette to do a public video comparing current and previous sponsors gear. You’re always welcome to ask us questions about either and we’ll always give honest answers! Cheers

[@RyuMoto]

@@TheLoamRanger unfortunately that's the downside to being sponsored. All good. Thanks for replying and the videos!

[@pjbeattie1]

Are you selling your Pole?

[@peakedmtb]

Ben Asquith Thats what I was thinking

[@johnroberts8443]

Just finished my 4th ride on my new HD4, went with a cane creek helm up front , it's awesome ,the one up170 mm dropper is great so far and maxxis 2.8 dhf and dhr 2.6 are killer. Fox dpx 2 is working for me , now all I nee is an oval chainring and bashguard a One up carbon bar and time to smash gnar!

[@TheLoamRanger]

Sounds like an incredible setup!

[@TrailPOV]

Awesome bike, and trails seem to be nice and dry for early season :) Out of interest, why did Beth go with the AF?

[@TheLoamRanger]

The trails were amazing for February! They didn't have a Ripmo 2 in her size, but one is on the way. Having said that, I'm really digging the AF model as well.

[@TrailPOV]

@@TheLoamRanger Awesome. Although other than weight the AF and V2 are very similar.

[@ww8wv1]

Is this your first DW link bike? If so you’re in for some epic times... they climb without locking out and handle all the downhill that you can throw at it.

[@TheLoamRanger]

It is! I had ridden a couple of Pivots a few years ago, but that was just for a day or two. I'm really looking forward to spending the season on such a good suspension platform!

[@randyfelder2813]

Great video! Huge fan! I’ve been looking at the Ripmo V2 or the Pole Machine....any advice?

[@DirtyTeethMTB]

Ah man, got me jonsin for some DIRT! Thanks for making these videos - you've inspired me to start my own channel - keep on keeping on!! One sick IBIS!

[@TheLoamRanger]

That's awesome! Have fun with the channel DT!

[@DirtyTeethMTB]

@@TheLoamRanger thanks:) already having a blast! PS - if you make it down to Sun Valley, ID - let's shred!

[@The_GreenMachine]

do you like it better than the pole?

[@TheLoamRanger]

In 2020 I don't feel like you can make a generalized statement like that anymore with how good bikes are. It all depends on personal preference. What I can say is that for what my personal goals are as a mountain biker this year, I think the Ripmo suits me better, overall. It's stable and fast, yet is also a bit easier to maneuver and ham around with on the trails, which I'm really loving.

[@The_GreenMachine]

@@TheLoamRanger everyone has their preferences! theres bikes ive ridden that everyone loves but i hate (stumpy), just curious on what your thoughts are between the pole and ibis. glad you like it though, it would suck to be on a bike that you dont like the feel of.

[@NDemanuele1]

Looks like a fun trail! I own the V1 Ripmo. I notice that front chainring also runs tight to the frame on the V2 as well. Did you do anything for that, or just let it be? I was concerned when I first got the bike and contacted Ibis. They stated that the clearance gets better as the bike goes through it's travel.

[@christopherstewart7707]

Those trails look incredibly buffed. We usually ride much chunkier and ledgier stuff around here in the south west. How’s the bottom bracket Height?

[@johnb5482]

Too much snow in Canmore?

[@BikeLifewithRob]

Looks great out there

[@williamkerr8836]

What do you think about the Pedaling Innovations pedals? I have weak arches, do you think those might help?

[@ksskskjailtime5264]

Are you planning any races for the channel soon 🤟

[@TheLoamRanger]

I’m hoping to do at least one before the EWS100 Whistler. Not sure which race though.

[@markb9979]

Ibis Ripmo V2 with Trust fork and AXS group set. Unsure about the wheels yet. Probably S35 Ibis carbon

[@TheLoamRanger]

Sounds like a ripper!

[@markb9979]

@@TheLoamRanger Thank you Mr. Ranger! Really appreciate your reviews! Let us know if you like something or not on the new Ripmo V2. Some complain about a low bottom bracket. Not sure if you had any issues with that.

[@robertonjr10]

What's the numbers on the Works Headset?! I want to get one for mine

[@TheLoamRanger]

It's a one degree angleset. Every one is custom made when you order it, so you just give them the angle you want and the bike model/head tube length, and they create one with the exact fitment needed.

[@m00nchildblues]

For those that have ridden Both the v1 and v2, is the difference drastic or is the v1 at 20% off best deal of the century?

[@ViperMountainBiking]

Really want to hear how the bike would do on some bigger hits / light freeride :)

[@TheLoamRanger]

I did some pretty sizeable drops later in the week (one that had my head clapping down on the landing haha) and the bike soaked it up fine. I was pretty curious to see how it would handle that kind of thing with the coil on there, but I didn't experience any harsh bottom out, so that was great.

[@ViperMountainBiking]

@@TheLoamRanger Cheers :) Definitely on my hit list for New Bike 2020 (tm).

[@cosmicheretic8129]

How does this ride compared to the new switchblade?

[@rzicc]

are you riding in Squamish right now? Are the trails really GTG this time of year?

[@TheLoamRanger]

Ryan Ziccarelli we’re not in Squamish anymore (just got home) but ya man, most trails are good to go!

[@rzicc]

@@TheLoamRanger damn! I need to get out of Colorado!! This snow sucks!

[@ridebc1629]

@@rzicc The trails run really well in early season here :) Come visit!

[@canadianmtb2575]

We just got four inches of snow in Nelson BC :(

[@TheLoamRanger]

There is *so* much snow in interior BC right now! Just drove through it all on the way home.

[@canadianmtb2575]

The Loam Ranger yeah I’ve still got like a foot and a half

[@pedalandypedal]

How is it possible to any more floaty than that pole?

[@craigsteele8178]

Awesome riding brotha! Keep it roll’n!....

[@andrewpm2]

sick trail

[@TheLoamRanger]

It definitely is!

[@51249ca]

with that angleset, does the rake/trail of the fork get affected too much? ie: possible loss of traction in the front, or a much different feeling in the fork than the intended standard geometry the bike was designed for?

[@TheLoamRanger]

Jiminy Cricket well, I basically made 100% the front would feel too light (accidentally) haha. Mega high handlebars, one degree slacker, 35mm stem instead of 50mm... oops haha. Once I lowered the bars a bit, it was all good though.

[@filipmotocan1802]

Nice!

[@RoigRivera]

What size of stem you are using

[@TheLoamRanger]

I've got a 35mm stem on there. I might try a 50mm as well (which is what Ibis recommends for size large and XL) to see how it handles.

[@RoigRivera]

The Loam Ranger Thanks for the answer. I m 5’9” and have the large Ripmo AF with 50mm stem. Great all around but feel little heavy in the front. I’m considering a shorter stem.

[@MTBEH]

Great video

[@sham8723]

Yo, I own a works components -1 angleset and just ordered a Ripmo AF. You happy with that setup?

[@TheLoamRanger]

Very happy so far. Great geo and no creaks. What more could you ask for?

[@mtbboy1993]

4:52 7:27 what was that sound? is it the chain guide rub? or did you not tighten the ring for the coil properly?

[@TheLoamRanger]

Oh haha that's the massive 220mm front rotor buzzing the pads. I have the bite point extremely close on that brake setup, so with the exaggerated side-to-side movements of the 220mm rotor, it zings the pads when I'm really cranking on the pedals, or leaning hard into a turn.

[@mtbboy1993]

@@TheLoamRanger so flex of the bike or wheel? I haven't had Tha tproblem before unless bent rotor, 2hich fix in a truing stand with disk truing add on.

[@mtbboy1993]

@@TheLoamRanger which bad did you use? If it's hope you need to set them up differently due to the rivets so the don't hit the caliper. U need to make sure to use a alignment tool hold it between and rotor on one side, press lever, 4his will align caliper sligly off center to the left thus allowing rotor to rivets to clear, if u use Shimano or Sram brakes, I don't know if it's the case for Hope.

[@jonk2900]

Re visiting this trying to decide whether or not to buy one.......... results still inconclusive.

[@gweno8789]

Ibis Ripmo v2 vs Pole evolink?

[@TheLoamRanger]

Pole is slightly more stable (longer chainstays); Ibis is more maneuverable; the Ripmo has the best suspension design IMO; service and support is going to be faster when you’re dealing with a local shop; do you like carbon or Aluminium? Both are good bikes, but the Ripmo2 is a number of years more current, so it employs the latest tech and suspension design. Again, both are good, it just depends on what you want out of a bike and the company you buy it from. I’m loving the Ripmo so far!

[@dalelakusta8143]

I see you put on a mrp ramp cartridge. I have one on my Ripmo but havent tested it yet, you figure out how many clicks for one token yet?

[@TheLoamRanger]

The Ramp Control cartridge is an integrated part of the MRP Ribbon, which is cool! So far I’m right in the middle of the adjustment range and I think it may be just about right for me.

[@dalelakusta8143]

@@TheLoamRanger understood. I think its about 4 clicks per token from fully clockwise so I set mine to 4 to match the grip2. Will be super nice to be able to crank it for whistler and leave it more open for regular riding at Bragg Creek.

[@marcusmanuel3574]

Are u going to the Sea Otter Classic this year

[@TheLoamRanger]

Unfortunately no, couldn't make it happen :(

[@chaos8655]

How tall are you?

[@Aggressive_Splooge]

What's the name of the trail you were on at the beginning Ryan?

[@TheLoamRanger]

That was all Half Nelson in the Diamond Head area of Squamish. Good times!

[@skiboot1]

Are those pedals the xl version?

[@robh4704]

Does anyone know the name of that first trail?

[@MrShortman4334]

Which rubber compound did you end up going with on the Michelin Wild Enduros?

[@TheLoamRanger]

GumX for the Ripmo’s. It’s a great all-around compound. I’m going to try the MagiX for race days though, just for scientific purposes 😀

[@MrShortman4334]

@@TheLoamRanger Thanks! Can't wait to try them out!!

[@KingerUTube]

You guys are the Nuevo-Groundhogs Day - I could see your shadows. It’s Spring!! Also - What!? No Dylan Forbes Gap?? kzbin.info/www/bejne/hqTWgIyAZ92hg9U (3:40)

[@philb912]

Wait, this riding has not been done in february ?? Isn't there snow in bc now ??

[@TheLoamRanger]

Phil B the west coast can have great riding weather this time of year. Check some Squamish-area highway cameras if you need proof 😂

[@philb912]

@@TheLoamRanger nice ! well thats one more reason to go to BC !

[@talesfromthetrailz]

What type of coil did you have on that? Progressive 450?

[@TheLoamRanger]

In this video it was a 550lb standard spring. I eventually went down to a 500lb.

[@talesfromthetrailz]

@@TheLoamRanger linear or progressive? Which did you like better? Did linear wallow or bottom or feel less poppy maneuverable?

[@TheLoamRanger]

Linear. The Ripmo V2 has just enough progression to make it work quite nicely, in my experience. @@talesfromthetrailz

[@NastysStorybook]

I want to join ya 😟

[@mtbloganj6493]

Do u live in canada

[@shannonamos4602]

I would like to buy a front black fender like you have. Where can i get one and would it fit the new ripley?

[@TheLoamRanger]

Shannon Amos the fenders will for any bike, so you’re good to go! Here’s the link: bit.ly/thebestmudfenders

[@shannonamos4602]

Thx

[@peakedmtb]

Just a giant ad

[@adventuresona700dollarhard5]

That's literally their job, bro.

[@TheLoamRanger]

It's a first ride video on a new bike with new parts, and the entire purpose of the video is to talk about the bike, the new parts and how it rides. I'm not sure what you were expecting :D

[@peakedmtb]

The Loam Ranger Not meant to be disrespectful, I understand. Just wondering, will you be going to Whistler this year?

[@TheLoamRanger]

@@peakedmtb No worries. Yup, we'll be there for opening weekend and Crankworx for sure!

[@peakedmtb]

@The Loam Ranger Sick!

[@cyclepath55555]

What is your fork offset?

[@TheLoamRanger]

Ibis spec's their Ripmo2 builds with 44mm offset Fox forks, but being that we're on MRP, we had a choice between 51, 46 and 41. I chose 46mm.

[@dylanm3519]

Glad to hear about the suspension. Been wondering about it for a while. What does AF stand for *chuckles*?

[@TheLoamRanger]

Always Faffing, I think 🤔

[@dylanm3519]

@@TheLoamRanger well played... and here I thought you were just going to say something boring like aluminum frame.

[@dylanm3519]

@@TheLoamRanger of course it could also be Ripmo as f**k

[@mtbboy1993]

it stands for Alloy Frame

[@mtbboy1993]

maybe it's Angry Frank, or Freddy or Anders Fransen

[@kevinkubed7683]

I wanna be your two's roadie

[@dano727]

Dude, I think I have a crush on your wife... Lucky Man !

[@TheLoamRanger]

Haha that'll happen 😂 I'm definitely a lucky man!

[@Mr.P.Griffith]

Are you doing anything different with the camera? This vid looks like you are going soo fast, like over 35kmh on those beautiful trails. The flow was real.

[@TheLoamRanger]

Just the usual setup. It's a fast, fun trail!

[@wesstaff2493]

What specific Zipp wheels are on your Ripmo V2???

[@TheLoamRanger]

They’re the Zipp 3ZERO MOTO Wheels with the Zipp hub. Love em 👌🏼

[@scottibass]

somewhere a Pole design team is crying

[@MrTonka]

Dirt... goood!

[@fillfreakin2245]

Looks like a sweet bike. I'd ride one. If only I could sell my first child. Hmm, you guys look like a sweet couple, you'd look good with a kid. He's toilet trained and everything. LOL On a serious note, is it a 29" or 27.5"?

[@TheLoamRanger]

Haha we've already got two of our own! And it's a 29er, although I've been riding it with a 27.5+ setup since getting home to the snow 🙊

[@darkmann12]

Pfft... Zipp wheels... has this dude ever watched Hambini?

[@cyclicalcycler993]

Zophosphoros Well in the build vid the rear was out of true, brand new one in fact. But at least the moto wheels dont claim to Be aero :)

[@darkmann12]

@@cyclicalcycler993 ;p

[@el.G.]

Looks like a specialized-yeti frankenstein! Front is specialized camber and back yeti🤔 ewww...

[@TheLoamRanger]

Haha interesting take.

[@sham8723]

Lol 10m30s. Way to mansplain dude lol.

[@gweflj]

Dull.

[@TheLoamRanger]

Sharp!