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Meet the Ripley V5, your perfect companion for every trail! This award-winning bike has been enhanced with more travel and slacker geometry, offering unrivaled uphill efficiency and playful performance with 130mm of ultra-efficient DW-link travel. It now features internal frame storage for your essentials and an expanded size range for the perfect fit for every rider. Whether you're popping wheelies or conquering climbs, the Ripley is ready.
New Features for 2025:
SIZE-SPECIFIC EVERYTHING
Tailored seat tube angles, suspension kinematics, chainstay length, and bottom bracket height ensure every rider experiences balanced and speedy rides. A new "Extra-Medium" size fits those between 5'5" and 6'0", complementing the existing range.
DW-LINK
The critically acclaimed DW-link suspension platform continues to provide efficient climbing and excellent downhill performance. Size-specific kinematics ensure every bike pedals efficiently and remains calm on challenging trails.
INTERNAL FRAME STORAGE
Stash your gear inside the bike with a water-resistant, rattle-free storage system featuring easy operation in all conditions. Partnering with Cotopaxi, two high-quality, sustainable bags are included. Crafted sustainably from remnants, each one is unique.
Every detail on the Ripley has been meticulously refined to deliver an exceptional ride experience.
Ibis Ripley V5 Build Kits & Specs
Shimano Deore
| Fork: | Fox Float 34 Performance Series, Grip, 140mm, 29”, 110mm x15mm |
| Shock: | Fox Float Factory Series, DPS w/EVOL, 210mm x 52.5mm |
| Rims (F/R): | Blackbird Send Alloy, 32 Hole, 29” |
| Hubs (F/R): | Ibis Logo, 32H, 6-Bolt, F/R: Boost |
| Spokes / Nipples: | Sapim, Dlight Double Butted, 14g Alloy |
| Front Tire: | Maxxis DHR2, 29”x 2.4”, Exo, TR |
| Rear Tire: | Maxxis Rekon, 29”x 2.4”, Exo, TR |
| Brakes: | Shimano Deore M6120, 4-Piston |
| Rotors: | Shimano SM-RT66, F/R: 180mm |
| Crankset: | Shimano Deore M6120, 24mm Spindle S-M: 165mm, XM-XL: 170mm |
| Bottom Bracket: | Shimano SM-BB52 |
| Rear Derailleur: | Shimano Deore M6100, Shadow Plus |
| Shifter: | Shimano Deore M6100 |
| Cassette: | Shimano Deore M6100, 10-51T |
| Chain: | Shimano Deore M6100 |
| Headset: | Cane Creek 40: ZS44/ZS56 |
| Grips: | Lizard Skin Charger Evo |
| Handlebar: | Ibis HiFi 31.8mm, 800mm |
| Stem: | Ibis 31.8mm, S-M: 40mm, XM-XL: 50mm |
| Seatpost: | KS i-Rage Dropper, 34.9mm S: 125mm, M: 150mm, XM: 170mm, L-XL: 190mm |
| Saddle: | WTB Silverado Fusion, 142mm |
Shimano SLX
| Fork: | Fox Float 34 Performance Series, Grip, 140mm, 29”, 110mm x15mm |
| Shock: | Fox Float Factory Series, DPS w/EVOL, 210mm x 52.5mm |
| Rims (F/R): | Blackbird Send Alloy, 32 Hole |
| Hubs (F/R): | Ibis Logo, 32H, 6-Bolt, F/R: Boost |
| Spokes / Nipples: | Sapim, Dlight Double Butted, 14g Alloy |
| Front Tire: | Maxxis DHR2, 29”x 2.4”, Exo, TR |
| Rear Tire: | Maxxis Rekon, 29”x 2.4”, Exo, TR |
| Brakes: | Shimano XT M8120, 4-Piston |
| Rotors (F/R): | Shimano SM-RT66, F/R: 180mm |
| Crankset: | Shimano SLX M7120, 24mm Spindle S-M: 165mm, XM-XL: 170mm |
| Bottom Bracket: | Shimano SM-BB52 |
| Rear Derailleur: | Shimano SLX M7100, Shadow Plus |
| Shifter: | Shimano SLX M7100 |
| Cassette: | Shimano SLX M7100, 10-51T |
| Chain: | Shimano SLX M7100 |
| Headset: | Cane Creek 40: ZS44/ZS56 |
| Grips: | Lizard Skin Charger Evo |
| Handlebar: | Ibis HiFi 31.8mm, 800mm |
| Stem: | Ibis 31.8mm, S-M: 40mm, XM-XL: 50mm |
| Seatpost: | Bike Yoke Revive Dropper, 34.9mm S: 125mm, M: 160mm, XM: 185mm, L-XL: 213mm |
| Saddle: | WTB Silverado Fusion, 142mm |
Shimano XT
| Fork: | Fox Float 34 Factory Series, GripX, 140mm, 29”, 110mm x 15mm |
| Shock: | Fox Float Factory Series, DPS w/EVOL, 210mm x 52.5mm |
| Rims (F/R): | Blackbird Send Alloy, 32 Hole, 29" |
| Hubs (F/R): | Ibis Logo, 32H, 6-Bolt, F/R: Boost |
| Spokes / Nipples: | Sapim, Dlight Double Butted, 14g Alloy |
| Front Tire: | Maxxis DHR2, 29”x 2.4”, Exo, TR |
| Rear Tire: | Maxxis Rekon, 29”x 2.4”, Exo, TR |
| Brakes: | Shimano XT M8120, 4-Piston |
| Rotors (F/R): | Shimano SM-RT86, F/R: 180mm |
| Crankset: | Shimano XT M8120, 24mm Spindle, 30T Alloy Ring S-M: 165mm, XM-XL: 170mm |
| Bottom Bracket: | Shimano XT MT800 |
| Rear Derailleur: | Shimano XT M8100, Shadow Plus |
| Shifter: | Shimano XT M8100 |
| Cassette: | Shimano XT M8100, 10-51T |
| Chain: | Shimano XT M8100 |
| Headset: | Cane Creek 40: ZS44/ZS56 |
| Grips: | Lizard Skin Charger Evo |
| Handlebar: | Blackbird HiFi 35mm, 800mm |
| Stem: | Blackbird 35mm, S-M: 35mm, XM-XL: 50mm |
| Seatpost: | Bike Yoke Revive Dropper, 34.9mm S: 125mm, M: 160mm, XM: 185mm, L-XL: 213mm |
| Saddle: | WTB Silverado Fusion, 142mm |
| Optional Upgrade: | Carbon Wheelset (+$1400) |
SRAM GX T-Type
| Fork: | Fox Float 34 Factory Series, GripX, 140mm, 29”, 110mm x 15mm |
| Shock: | Fox Float Factory Series, DPS w/EVOL, 210mm x 52.5mm |
| Rims (F/R): | Blackbird Send Alloy, 32 Hole, 29" |
| Hubs (F/R): | Ibis Logo, 32H, 6-Bolt, F/R: Boost |
| Spokes / Nipples: | Sapim, Dlight Double Butted, 14g Alloy |
| Front Tire: | Maxxis DHR2, 29”x 2.4”, Exo, TR |
| Rear Tire: | Maxxis Rekon, 29”x 2.4”, Exo, TR |
| Brakes: | SRAM G2, 4-Piston |
| Rotors (F/R): | SRAM Centerline, F/R: 180mm |
| Crankset: | SRAM GX Eagle Transmission, DUB SM-MD: 165mm, XM-XL: 170mm |
| Bottom Bracket: | SRAM DUB BSA |
| Rear Derailleur: | SRAM GX Eagle Transmission |
| Shifter: | SRAM GX Eagle Transmission |
| Cassette: | SRAM GX Eagle Transmission, 10-52T |
| Chain: | SRAM GX Eagle Transmission |
| Headset: | Cane Creek 40: ZS44/ZS56 |
| Grips: | Lizard Skin Charger Evo |
| Handlebar: | Blackbird HiFi 35mm, 800mm |
| Stem: | Blackbird 35mm, S-M: 35mm, XM-XL: 50mm |
| Seatpost: | Bike Yoke Revive Dropper, 34.9mm S: 125mm, M: 160mm, XM: 185mm, L-XL: 213mm |
| Saddle: | WTB Silverado Fusion, 142mm |
| Power: | SRAM AXS Battery & Power Pack Charger |
| Optional Upgrade: | Carbon Wheelset (+$1400) |
SRAM X0 T-Type
| Fork: | Fox Float 34 Factory Series, GripX, 140mm, 29”, 110mm x 15mm |
| Shock: | Fox Float Factory Series, DPS w/EVOL, 210mm x 52.5mm |
| Rims (F/R): | Blackbird Send Alloy, 32 Hole, 29" |
| Hubs (F/R): | Ibis Logo, 32H, 6-Bolt, F/R: Boost |
| Spokes / Nipples: | Sapim, Dlight Double Butted, 14g Alloy |
| Front Tire: | Maxxis DHR2, 29”x 2.4”, Exo, TR |
| Rear Tire: | Maxxis Rekon, 29”x 2.4”, Exo, TR |
| Brakes: | SRAM Code RSC, 4-Piston |
| Rotors (F/R): | SRAM Centerline, F/R: 180mm |
| Crankset: | SRAM X0 Eagle Transmission, DUB SM-MD: 165mm, XM-XL: 170mm |
| Bottom Bracket: | SRAM DUB BSA |
| Rear Derailleur: | SRAM X0 Eagle Transmission |
| Shifter: | SRAM X0 Eagle Transmission |
| Cassette: | SRAM X0 Eagle Transmission, 10-52T |
| Chain: | SRAM X0 Eagle Transmission |
| Headset: | Cane Creek 40: ZS44/ZS56 |
| Grips: | Lizard Skin Charger Evo |
| Handlebar: | Blackbird HiFi 35mm, 800mm |
| Stem: | Blackbird 35mm, S-M: 35mm, XM-XL: 50mm |
| Seatpost: | Bike Yoke Revive Dropper, 34.9mm S: 125mm, M: 160mm, XM: 185mm, L-XL: 213mm |
| Saddle: | WTB Silverado Ti, 142mm |
| Power: | SRAM AXS Battery & Power Pack Charger |
| Optional Upgrade: | i9 Carbon Wheelset (+$1400) |
Ripley v5 Sizing & Geometry:
*Exact bike specifications are subject to change without notice. Please contact us with questions!
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RETURNS
Should there be an issue with the item you bought, or you no longer need your purchase, we will be happy to set up a return.
Component & Gear Returns
Returns may be requested within sixty (60) days of the delivery date. All returned items must be received in new, unused, and uninstalled condition, with the original tags and labels attached and in the original packaging. We cannot accept returns on any items installed or show wear of any kind.
Bike Returns
Returns or exchange requests for bikes must be requested by emailing us at sedona@thundermountainbikes.com within fifteen (15) days from the date of delivery. Bikes must be in un-ridden condition. Custom-built bikes may not be returned. Returned bikes have a $200 restocking fee and the customer pays for return shipping.
Return Shipping
Customers may choose to use our provided flat-rate return shipping label at $9, or choose a carrier of their choice to handle their product return.
The $9 flat rate label will be deducted from the refund issued for the return. You can either print this label after requesting a return from the Order History in your Account profile, or you can request that we email you the label.
For all other return shipping methods, please email us at sedona@thundermountainbikes.com after submitting your return request so that we can confirm the shipping information you should use to return your item(s).
REFUNDS
We will process your return after we receive your returned item(s) and inspect the condition. Please allow at least seven (7) days from the receipt of your item to process your refund. We will notify you by email when your return has been processed.
EXCEPTIONS
If you receive defective or damaged products or if we sent you the wrong products, please contact us using the phone number or email below.
RETURN PROCESS
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Profile icon in the top right of any page or visit account.thundermountainbikes.com.
1. In the Email field, enter your email address and click Continue.
2. In your email account, open the email sent from our store and copy the six-digit verification code included in the email.
3. Go back to the online store and enter a six-digit verification code to log in.
4. Find and click on the order that you want to submit a return for.
5. If your order has more than one item, select only the items you want to return.
6. Select a return reason and add a note for the store if needed.
7. Click Request Return.
Once your return request is approved, you will receive an email with shipping instructions and a return shipping label.
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