"Today, Ibis is introducing the brand-new Ripley SL, a lightweight short-travel model that the brand is calling " a 5-pound rocket on wheels." With 117mm of rear wheel travel, a 130mm fork, and a claimed frame/shock weight of just 5 pounds, this bike fills the gap in the Ibis lineup that the Ripley V4 previously occupied. Categorize it however you will, but the Ripley SL looks like a great new option for those seeking race-inspired weight and efficiency with a trail bike attitude."
"Along with the Exie USA, the Ripley SL frame is crafted by the in-house carbon experts at Ibis' CA factory. Not only is it made in the U.S., but Ibis' Watsonville, California, factory is 100% solar-powered. While these two models represent just a portion of the brand's bike sales, we think it's commendable that Ibis is producing at least some of its frames stateside, and doing it in a factory that's powered by renewable energy."
The Ripley SL is a lightweight short-travel mountain bike with 117mm of rear travel, a 130mm fork, and a claimed frame and shock weight of about 5 pounds. The model targets riders seeking race-inspired weight and efficiency while retaining a trail-bike attitude and capability. The design fills the weight gap left by the Ripley V4 and blends characteristics of the Exie and Ripley V5 to produce a zippy, efficient ride. The frame is manufactured by in-house carbon experts at Ibis' Watsonville, California factory, which operates on 100% solar power. Engineers pursued aggressive strength, stiffness, and weight targets through efficient manufacturing.
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