{"id":2241257,"date":"2026-11-06T11:42:00","date_gmt":"2026-11-06T08:42:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=2241257"},"modified":"2026-11-06T11:42:00","modified_gmt":"2026-11-06T08:42:00","slug":"evil-the-offering-vs-ibis-ripmo-long-travel-trail-bike-round-1","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=2241257","title":{"rendered":"Evil the Offering vs. Ibis Ripmo: Long-travel trail bike, round 1"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Okay, this is going to be a tough one. The Ibis Ripmo<\/a> and Evil Offering<\/a> matchup might feature the two most closely related bikes yet. The geometry and build specs are very similar. Both bikes share features like geometry adjustments and in-frame storage, and they\u2019re priced within $500 of each other. And, to top it off, both bikes feature suspension platforms designed by Dave Weagle. So, putting these two head-to-head should be interesting indeed, but hopefully there are enough differences to push one above the other.<\/p>\n

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<\/td>\nEvil The Offering Eagle 90 Super Deluxe<\/strong><\/td>\nIbis Ripmo Eagle 90<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Suspension travel (F\/R)<\/td>\n160\/151mm<\/td>\n160\/150mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Drivetrain<\/td>\nSRAM GX Eagle<\/td>\nSRAM Eagle 90<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Suspension<\/td>\nRockShox Lyrik Ultimate, RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate<\/td>\nFox Factory 36 Grip X2, Fox Factory Float X2<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Geometry*(size large frame)<\/td>\nHTA: 64.7\u00b0
STA: 78.8\u00b0
Reach: 488mm
Chainstay: 435mm<\/td>\n		HTA: 64.5\u00b0
STA: 77\u00b0
Reach: 506mm
Chainstay: 438mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Weight<\/td>\n32.88 lb<\/td>\n7.6 lb (XM frame)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Price<\/td>\n$6,899<\/td>\n$6,399<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>
*Size large; the Offering in \u201chigh\u201d setting
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Travel and category positioning<\/h2>\n

Ibis says the Ripmo is the \u201cultimate trail-slaying machine,\u201d while Evil claims that when riding the Offering<\/a>, \u201cthe trail won\u2019t know what hit it.\u201d Both of these bikes are built around the same travel amount \u2014 160mm fork up front and a 150mm shock out back (okay, Evil claims 151mm). Fork travel goes outside of that 160mm spot, as both frames are compatible with 150-170mm forks.<\/p>\n

The similarities continue with suspension design. The Ibis Ripmo, of course, uses the DW-Link suspension platform, while Evil uses Delta Linkage \u2014 two suspension platforms designed by Dave Weagle. Both platforms prioritize traction and pedaling efficiency, balancing climbing performance with descending capabilities.<\/p>\n

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That said, the travel numbers sit at the edge of \u201ctrail bikes,\u201d suggesting both the Offering and Ripmo lean toward descending. That said, we have never found any Dave Weagle bike to be a slouch on the climbs.<\/p>\n

So, maybe the geometry numbers are where we\u2019ll find the major differences.<\/p>\n

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A much longer reach on the Ripmo, but hold on\u2026<\/h2>\n

The reach on a size large Ripmo is massive \u2014 506mm! That is nearly 20mm more than the Offering\u2019s reach in the longest configuration for the same size. So why is there such a huge difference between what each brand deems a \u201clarge\u201d?<\/p>\n

With the redesign of this most recent iteration of the Ripmo, Ibis added an extra size \u2014 an \u201cExtra Medium,\u201d to be exact. This XM size has a reach of 478mm, closer to what most would expect from a size large, and likely what many size-large riders would choose. During these matchups, we try to keep everything as similar as we can \u2014 builds and sizes. We opted for Eagle 90 builds and size large frames for the comparisons. And, well, Ibis says that a bike with a 506mm reach is its \u201clarge,\u201d so we\u2019re rolling with it.<\/p>\n

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(If nothing else, this is a good reminder to look at geo charts before clicking \u201cBuy.\u201d)<\/p>\n

Aside from that massive reach number, the Ibis Ripmo has a 64.5\u00b0 head tube angle (HTA) paired with a 77\u00b0 seat tube angle (STA). The chainstays measure 438mm, unless the bike has a smaller 27.5 rear wheel, in which case they are 435mm. Stack measures 643mm, providing an overall lengthy wheelbase of 1,286mm.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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The Ripmo uses a flip chip to accommodate changing the rear wheel size, while the Offering is a 29er only. However, the Offering has a flip chip, or RIP chip, as Evil calls it, but it only adjusts geometry, switching between a \u201cHigh\u201d and \u201cLow\u201d setting (previously, it was something like \u201cLow\u201d and \u201cSuper Low\u201d).\u00a0<\/p>\n

Between high and low, The Offering\u2019s HTA is 64.7\u00b0 or 64.1\u00b0, respectively, and the STA is a steep 78.8\u00b0 or 78.3\u00b0. The reach ranges from 488mm in high to 481mm in low, with the chainstays at 435mm or 437mm when the Offering is in low, and the stack switches between 628mm and 633mm depending on the RIP chip setting.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Now, The Offering\u2019s stack height appears significantly lower than the Ripmo\u2019s 643mm, as does the 1,256mm wheelbase measurement compared to the Ripmo\u2019s 30mm-longer wheelbase. However, this again seems to be because of what Ibis calls a \u201clarge.\u201d When a size large Offering is compared to an extra-medium Ripmo, the numbers are much closer \u2014 within 7mm for the wheelbase and essentially the same stack height.<\/p>\n

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Frame features and adjustability<\/h2>\n

As I mentioned, both bikes are fairly versatile, accommodating forks with 150-170mm of travel. Both also feature carbon frames (Ibis also offers an aluminum option, the Ripmo AF), in-frame storage, UDH compatibility, tube-in-tube internal routing, and a flip-chip. That said, the Ripmo is perhaps a touch more versatile, as its flip chip is for a smaller rear wheel, while the Offering is stuck with 29-inch wheels, front and rear.<\/p>\n

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The Ripmo also has another feature the Offering doesn\u2019t: modularity. Ibis uses the same front and rear triangles for both the Ripmo and Ripley frames<\/a>. Swapping suspension and a shock clevis essentially gains you two bikes \u2014 a \u201cRipmoley,\u201d or \u201cRipleymo,\u201d of sorts.\u00a0<\/p>\n

While the Offering isn\u2019t modular, Evil offers two different configurations. For our purposes, we are looking at the more trail-oriented build, with a 160mm RockShox Lyrik and Super Deluxe shock. Those wanting a more enduro-inspired build have that option as well, with a 170mm Zeb and Vivid rear shock. That said, the shock still sits at the 151mm of travel that the trail build has.<\/p>\n

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Perhaps the most significant change on the Offering from previous generations is Evil\u2019s move away from Super Boost spacing<\/a>. The new frame features standard 12x148mm boost spacing, making it easier to swap or upgrade wheels.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Evil gives you lots of build options<\/h2>\n

On paper, the Ibis Ripmo and Evil Offering have very comparable build specs, especially considering their $500 difference. Ibis chooses Fox Suspension while Evil goes with RockShox, but both have chosen the highest levels \u2014 Fox Factory and RockShox Ultimate.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Both bikes also have a SRAM Eagle 90 drivetrain and aluminum wheels \u2014 Ibis\u2019 Blackbird Send wheels for the Ripmo, and Industry Nine Triad for the Offering. Both bikes have the same Maxxis Assegai and DHR II tire options, though the Offering comes with the Double Down casing while the Ripmo has EXO+.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Perhaps brakes are where Evil takes the edge: both bikes feature SRAM Maven Base brakes, but the Offering gets HS2 rotors, while the Ripmo gets Centerline rotors. But Evil certainly takes the edge with build customization.<\/p>\n

First, Evil doesn\u2019t offer many builds (only 3), but they certainly don\u2019t skimp. All builds get SRAM Maven brakes and RockShox Ultimate-level suspension; the main difference is the drivetrain and wheels. The interesting thing is that Evil allows you to upgrade or downgrade the build you choose.<\/p>\n

Say you choose the Eagle 90 build, as we have, but want to upgrade to SRAM Maven Silver brakes; you can do that for $125. You can upgrade almost anything on the build for an additional cost, or skip a component outright. Say you have an awesome set of carbon wheels you plan to use on your new Offering. Simply select \u201cCustomer Provided\u201d when configuring the bike, and you save $540 on the Eagle 90 build \u2014 over $1,200 on a higher build that comes with carbon wheels.<\/p>\n

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The bottom line<\/h2>\n

If we ditch Ibis\u2019 \u201clarge\u201d frame for an XM, the Ripmo and the Offering have very similar geometry. And with suspension platforms designed by Dave Weagle on both bikes, we can be sure both are capable descenders and efficient pedalers. Without a doubt, the Ibis Ripmo offers a touch more versatility with its ability to run a smaller rear wheel and essentially be another bike, the Ripleymo. But it\u2019s hard to ignore how much choice Evil gives customers when choosing components \u2014 or not choosing them at all to save money.\u00a0<\/p>\n

This is a tough one. Cast your vote for the Ibis Ripmo or the Evil Offering to see which moves to round two on November 13, taking on either the Atherton A.150 or Cotic Jeht.<\/p>\n

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