Ibis bulks up its trail and enduro bikes, aiming for more derailleur compatibility with a universal hanger and updated frame protection.
Ibis took a stab at splitting the difference between trail and enduro utility with the last iteration of the Ripmo, the V2. And the brand set its sights on a well-rounded trail bike with the Ripley V4, applying the same geometrical principles but shaving weight and giving it a stiffer suspension.
Now, Ibis has added a universal derailleur hanger (UDH) swingarm to both bikes and tweaked a few other specs as well. The idea behind the updates is to make the Ripmo and Ripley as versatile as possible across componentry as well as shore up weak points.
The Ripmo V2S and Ripley V4S both exhibit bulked-up frame stay protection, answering an issue some took with their predecessors.
A 55mm chainline (3 mm wider than before) lets Ibis use a wider, stiffer chainstay for better stability out back. And the brand used clevis pivot bushings with more consistent seals to help lock out grit and grime.
Along with the updated hanger, the new swingarms have a cable exit port at the top of the chainstay. The new routing boosts heel clearance, and Ibis says it could offer improved shifting feel, facilitating smoother passage to the derailleur.
