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Thunder Mountain Bikes
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We are a tight-knit group of hard-working, hard-riding, bicycle-loving, Sedona-devoted friends. We started Thunder Mountain Bikes because we believe that the riding here is some of the best in the world, and we want to share that experience with everyone. Collectively, our staff has been pedaling and wrenching bikes for decades-perhaps over a century, though that’s a little scary to admit. We aspire to provide fast and flawless bike repair and service, the widest range possible of killer bikes and gear, and a friendly welcome to everyone who steps through the door. Please stop in, say hi, let’s talk bikes and all things Sedona.
First Ride: 2025 IBIS Ripley V5 Bike Review
#ShredTheRed #ibisbikes #mountainbike #bikereview
Thunder Mountain received a new Ripley and Ripmo the day the bikes were released, and we’ve taken some time to put them through the Sedona paces.
And what a great time it’s been!
Check out our review of the 2025 Ripley V5 and get Mike Raney’s thoughts on how it performs in the technical, slickrock wonderland of Sedona, Arizona.
Ready to take it for a spin? Book your Dream bike rental in Sedona here: rentals.thundermountainbikes.com/rentals
Check out our article review of the 2025 Ibis Ripley V5 and the Ripmo V3: thundermountainbikes.com/blogs/news-reviews/bike-review-2025-ibis-ripley-ripmo
Want to take one home? Shop available build kits and options:
2025 Ripley V5 - thundermountainbikes.com/products/2025-ibis-ripley
2025 Ripmo V3 - thundermountainbikes.com/products/2025-ibis-ripmo
Get social with us for more!
Subscribe for more awesome mtb news & reviews:
@thundermountainbikes
Get the latest from us on Instagram: thundermountainbikes
Hang out with us on Facebook: thundermountainbikessedona
Visit us online for all your mtb needs:
thundermountainbikes.com
And, come #ShredTheRed with us in Sedona!
Thunder Mountain Bikes
1695 W. State Route 89A
Sedona, AZ 86336
(928) 282-1106
Thunder Mountain received a new Ripley and Ripmo the day the bikes were released, and we’ve taken some time to put them through the Sedona paces.
And what a great time it’s been!
Check out our review of the 2025 Ripley V5 and get Mike Raney’s thoughts on how it performs in the technical, slickrock wonderland of Sedona, Arizona.
Ready to take it for a spin? Book your Dream bike rental in Sedona here: rentals.thundermountainbikes.com/rentals
Check out our article review of the 2025 Ibis Ripley V5 and the Ripmo V3: thundermountainbikes.com/blogs/news-reviews/bike-review-2025-ibis-ripley-ripmo
Want to take one home? Shop available build kits and options:
2025 Ripley V5 - thundermountainbikes.com/products/2025-ibis-ripley
2025 Ripmo V3 - thundermountainbikes.com/products/2025-ibis-ripmo
Get social with us for more!
Subscribe for more awesome mtb news & reviews:
@thundermountainbikes
Get the latest from us on Instagram: thundermountainbikes
Hang out with us on Facebook: thundermountainbikessedona
Visit us online for all your mtb needs:
thundermountainbikes.com
And, come #ShredTheRed with us in Sedona!
Thunder Mountain Bikes
1695 W. State Route 89A
Sedona, AZ 86336
(928) 282-1106
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Dream Bike Build: 2025 IBIS Ripley V5 with SRAM GX T-Type
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#ShredTheRed #ibisbikes #mountainbike #bikebuild We're stoked to welcome the new 2025 Ibis Ripley V5 to our rental bike fleet at our shop in Sedona, AZ! Watch our master mechanic, Erik Riveron, build up this newest Dream bike with the SRAM GX Transmission kit. With Ibis's updated, modern aesthetic with straight lines and stunning angles, new sizing with size-tuned kinematics, and an innovative ...
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Bike Shop Tips: How To Inspect And Replace Bike Pedals
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I noticed that these bikes are spec’d with 800mm width bars, but only if they are built with the included extensions. Is that the default way that most bike shops will build these bikes? And Did you build yours to that width?
The Ibis Hi-fi bar measures 750mm without the inserts and 800mm with them installed. The inserts can be cut smaller if you want a narrower bar than 800mm with them installed. We usually keep the stock bar width on most bikes but cut them to the preferred width when we sell a bike. We kept the bars the stock width on this build and likely most other bike shops would do the same.
I have the 140/130 Stumpjumper (28.2 lbs with pedals) and absolutely love this travel range. I think the Float rear shock is probably an improvement over my DPS. Stunning-looking trail bike for sure. Cheers from Switzerland
ummm.....maybe my next Sedona Shred Sled....... hummmmmm
The threaded bar thing is kinda cool...makes a lot of sense for the person that isn't into cutting bars on their new bike.
hahaha
Is this bike really $8k ??
This is the top-of-the-line XO AXS build. Ibis has builds starting at $5k.
Great review and I really like your selection of using the wider rims with Berd spokes. I would definitely do the same.
I would’ve went with the fox 36
Not a bad choice! They come stock with the 34 but the 36 would be a worthy upgrade for these.
What's the weight?
About 31 lbs. Its a size large. Pretty comparable to most trail bikes in this category.
That's one loooooong bike.
How does this compare to a smuggler?
The Smuggler is more of a bruiser and probably has a slight advantage on the descents, but you'll be feeling it more on the climbs. All around trail bike usage, we'd pick the Ripley, but if you like steep and chunky, the Smuggler is tough to beat.
@@thundermountainbikes interesting, thank you for the input. Crazy that two bikes with travel like this can be so different. Hoping I can get back to Sedona and rent from you guys again to ride one for myself!
Hi from Maria & Richard, Mike! Great to see you! And great to see you still at it! Long live TM!
Super low BB height. Did you notice many pedal strikes? Adequate bb clearance for techy stuff?
Plenty of room even in rocky Sedona. 165 cranks are recommended, but we didn't notice any more pedal strikes than usual.
@@danielray1558 soooo true. Bottom scraping
I ride the V4 and love it, BUT.... it is low and lots of strikes and edginess about potential strikes.
How does this compare to the revel rascal?
They are both great trial bikes that we love for Sedona. The Ripley may have a slight edge descending over the Rascal. The Rascal may have a slight edge on the climbs. You can't go wrong with either bike.
How do the seat angles feel? I’m sensitive to slack seat tubes. Ripley looks better on paper.
@@NB-ski The seat angle is pretty steep on the Ripley, which pairs well with its longer reach. The Rascal is maybe a bit more aggressive feeling and less upright than the Ripley.
I really appreciate how tactfully the videographer kept the simmering crock pot of albondigas out of every shot. Very relaxing.
lol!!
Freaking heavy
The weight did go up a bit on this new version, but it is still comparable to other trail bikes in this category. We really didn't notice the weight much. The shorter chainstays and kinematics do make it an agile climber despite the weight.
It’s 130/140 not 140/150. Quite major as a difference.
Good thing you caught that 😧
That's correct. Just to clarify, the new Ripley V5 is 130/140, but it feels so bottomless that we got confused.
solid review
Looks like an old Santa Cruz now.
then new update is the heavy weight XD
So satisfying to watch!
What height are you? Did large work out?
At 5.11", the large works, but I think I would prefer the Extra Medium for a bit more throw-around room.
Good video but just FYI the travel on these is 130/140mm not 140/150mm as stated in the video.
That's correct. Just to clarify, the new Ripley V5 is 130/140, but it feels so bottomless that we got confused.
@@thundermountainbikes glad to hear! I have one on the way in the next shipment!
Yeh that was a big jump 😳
Sweet!
I dig it!🎉
Good video. I gotta get one of these upgrade kits.
GoPro never does it justice. That last section is a tricky one
That is cool.
Hey, I have a question about torque specs on the casette and cranks. Please someone answer me.
The cassette torque is 40Nm and the cranks are 54Nm.
Great shop to rent from, service was excellent
Sick bike😮
Song?
This is the best installation video out there
Damnit temptations!
I don't buy bike's like that I have to buy gift cards for about three years first,,I used only 16 months to get my levo 😂it's my record they looks at you in weird way when you come and change your gift cards in bigger gift cards and when buying the bike they think you just going to retract a little bit with your gift card...I'm just a delivery boy but I want to use real bike's so I can have some fun at work
Can't wait to try these grips. I have the Supracush and revgrip rg7 and they are both good, but still not fat enough for my long hands.
So far, we love them!
@@thundermountainbikes I've been rocking them for about a week now and they are great. I finally have a grip that fits me.
Helzya Hayden 🤘
You skipped the part where you installed the cassette on the rim
Well done. Thanks for
Thanks Hayden! Who else loves the Sedona Bike park?
That grip tho! These pedals rip! I'm loving the fast track.
I have this exact wheel set (not made by you guys). I spec’d it myself as an obvious way to duplicate the stock Ibis wheels ride feel but make them both lighter and more compliant. I’ve been on them over two years and still can’t imagine a better build.
I love mtb
Cant say that if you love your job
I need a bicycle pump