Playful agility and trail toughness combine in the Ripley AF Deore build
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:
"I was surprised how capable the Ripley AF is—super playful and responsive on tight singletrack, but still holds its own on steeper lines. The Deore drivetrain is bombproof, and the DW-Link suspension keeps the ride efficient and composed even when I'm pushing hard. For the price, this build is a total win."
The Ibis Ripley AF Deore build gives us all the signature fun and speed of the original Ripley—just in a tougher, more budget-friendly aluminum frame. Designed around the legendary DW-Link suspension and playful 29-inch wheels, the Ripley AF brings that quick, nimble handling we crave without sacrificing all-day pedal efficiency or trail confidence. With 130mm of rear travel and a 140mm RockShox Pike fork, this bike encourages us to pick creative lines, pop off every feature, and charge when the trail opens up.
Paired with a Shimano Deore 12-speed drivetrain and SRAM G2 R brakes, the Ripley AF Deore build delivers reliable performance and trail-proven components. Maxxis tires and Blackbird wheels provide grip and strength through rough terrain, while the in-frame storage and molded frame protection keep things practical and quiet. Whether we’re rolling techy singletrack or linking up long backcountry loops, the Ripley AF keeps things light, fun, and ready to party.
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Details
- Agile trail bike with 130mm DW-Link rear travel and 140mm front
- Durable aluminum frame with progressive geometry and in-frame storage
- RockShox Pike fork and Deluxe Select shock for smooth, responsive suspension
- Shimano Deore 12-speed drivetrain offers crisp shifting and all-terrain range
- SRAM G2 R brakes and 180mm rotors provide powerful stopping on descents
- Maxxis DHR II and Rekon tires offer balanced traction and rolling speed
- Blackbird 35 cockpit and dropper post offer fit customization and trail confidence
- Ideal for trail rides, fast technical singletrack, and everyday MTB adventures
- Item #IBSB0ER
- Frame Material
- aluminum
- Suspension
- DW-Link
- Rear Shock
- RockShox Deluxe Select
- Rear Travel
- 130mm
- Fork
- RockShox Pike
- Front Travel
- 140mm
- Headset
- Cane Creek 40, ZS44/ZS56
- Shifters
- Shimano Deore M6100
- Rear Derailleur
- Shimano Deore M6100, SGS
- ISCG Tabs
- yes
- Crankset
- Shimano Deore M6120
- Chainring Sizes
- 30t
- Bottom Bracket
- Shimano MT501
- Cassette
- Shimano Deore M6100
- Cassette Range
- 10-51t
- Chain
- KMC X12
- Brakeset
- SRAM G2 R
- Brake Type
- hydraulic disc
- Rotors
- SRAM Centerline, 180mm
- Handlebar
- Blackbird 35 Aluminum
- Handlebar Rise
- 30mm
- Handlebar Width
- 800mm
- Grips
- Lizard Skins Strata Single Clamp
- Stem
- Blackbird 35
- Saddle
- WTB Silverado, Fusion, 142mm
- Seatpost
- KS Vantage Dropper, 34.9mm
- Wheelset
- Blackbird Send Alloy, Sapim, D-Light Double Butted
- Hubs
- Ibis
- Tire Clearance
- 2.5in
- Tires
- [front] Maxxis DHR II, Exo TR, [rear] Maxxis Rekon, Exo TR
- Tire Size
- [front] 2.5x29in, [rear] 2.4x29in
- Pedals
- not included
- Activity
- trail
- Manufacturer Warranty
- [bikes, wheels, rims] lifetime
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