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FOX Factory 34 StepCast (SC) Fit 4, 120mm, 44mm offset, 29”, 110×15

The 34 StepCast Fit 4 with Remote balances weight saving lower design where it “steps” in.

Air Spring & Volume Spacers

The FOX 34 provides riders a range of setup options using air spring as well as volume spacers.

Suggested sag is 15% for a firm feel and 20% for a plush fork. On the stock 120mm setup 15% equals 18mm or about 0.7 inch of sag. 20% will use 24mm or about 1″ of sag.

Volume Spacers

The 120mm FOX 34 is factory spec’d with1 volume spacers (bike manufacturers may or may not change this). The 130mm fork can carry a maximum of 4 volume spacers.

Do not install more volume spacers than the FOX advises. Installing more than the maximum volume spacers will result in  product damage and potential for injuries, etc.

Volume Spacers Reference Page 10 on 34 Tuning Guide available Here (opens in new tab)

FOX 34 StepCast FIT4 Rebound Controls

The FIT4 damper provides 10 clicks of low speed rebound located at the red knob on the bottom of the fork lowers.

Rebound controls the extension of the fork back to neutral. Ideally the fork will be “fast” enough to reset prior to the next obstacle without being so fast as to create a pogo stick feeling which compromises traction.

As your riding speeds increase it is common to reduce the rebound setting to accelerate the return to neutral. Sound like a lot? Its’ not that bad – and BikeCo clients always have access to our team for tuning questions. After delivery our team will reach out several times to help you fine tune your setup. BikeCo’s after sales service is second to none…

FOX FIT4 Remote Compression Controls

In addition to the on-the-fly, in fact, on-the-handlebar(!) compression positions the FIT4 notably features 22 clicks of low speed compression adjustability in the Open mode.

The small black dial in the center of the assembly provides riders with exceptional levels of support adjustments to help the bike stand up in fast corners, resist brake dive or bottom out.

Stock Rear Shock: FOX Performance Float DPS

Air Spring & Volume Spacers

The Ibis Ripley uses a 190 x 45mm shock, spec’d with the Fox Float Factory DPS.

SAG is adjusted by PSI – typically trail riding styles gravitate to 25-30% sag. This would measure about 13mm for a plush setup and 11mm for a more firm setup.

Volume Spacers

Volume spacing provides fine tuning options to support the air spring.

By changing to a larger volume spacer, thus reducing the volume, you increase the air spring’s ramp rate for improved bottom out support and pop.

Conversely smaller volume spacers produces a more linear feel as the air has more volume during shock compression per mm of travel.

Do not install more or larger volume spacers than the FOX advises. Installing more than the maximum volume spacers will result in  product damage and potential for injuries, etc.

FOX FLOAT Factory DPS Remote Rebound Controls

The DPS provides a rebound control with 11 clicks of adjustment.

Heavier riders will use more rebound control than lighter riders to slow the air spring’s return to neutral.

As your ground speeds increase it is common to allow your bike to rebound more quickly to prepare for the next terrain feature and avoid suspension packing from slow rebound setup.

FOX Float Factory DPS Remote Compression Control

The Fox Float Factory DPS Remote provides on-the-fly and on-the-bars compression control in a 2 position Open or Firm setting.

Learn more about the FOX DPS on their tuning guide here (opens in new tab)

Stock Fork: FOX Performance Series Float 34, 130mm

PSI / Spring Rate

MTB suspension must accommodate a wide range of rider weight. To achieve this nearly all forks and rear shocks use an adjustable air spring.

By varying air pressure riders set a desired sag, or percentage of travel that the bike “sits into” under neutral loading.

Modifying this sag percentage will change small bump compliance as well as bottom out characteristics.

Learning how to Pre-Charge your suspension pump will help you make finite adjustments to sag.

Typically 15% sag is for a firm setup and 20% sag is considered plush.

Air Spring Fine Tuning Control(s): Volume Spacers & Compression

Volume Spacers
Air springs ramp rate, sometimes called Spring Rate, is based on how air compresses in the containment cylinder. As the air is compressed the PSI increases according to the decreasing volume of the containment. This is done via non-compressible volume spacers in the air chamber.

Compression.
Hydraulic damping assists air spring providing support in mid-stroke and bottom out.

Opposing Control: Rebound.
Higher spring rate will drive the suspension back to neutral with more force than a lower spring rate. To keep the bike from skipping across trail rebound damping is utilized.

Stock Fork: FOX Performance Series Float 34, 130mm

Volume Tuning

As suspension compresses (travel reduces) a piston moves closer to the end of a sealed container. By decreasing the volume of the container the PSI pushing back on the piston is increased.

By adding or removing non-compressible volume spacers riders modify the air spring’s ramp rate which directly changes the amount of support and bottom out feel of the fork or shock.

By removing volume spacers a rider increases the available volume in the suspension. The larger volume compresses less per mm of travel resulting in a lower PSI per mm of travel. This creates less support and is utilizes more travel.

Adding volume spacers decreases the available volume. With less air volume the PSI per mm of travel increases providing more support and greater resistance to bottom out.

Opposing Control: Rebound.
Rebound may need to be adjusted for volume tuning depending on how drastic of a PSI change is being tuned in or out of the suspension.

“Helping” Control: Compression.
Compression provides additional support and bottom out resistance.

Compression

Compression controls provide damping to slow suspension travel as a load is applied and the suspension is compressed. (easy one right?)

When riders have found sag and volume spacing preferences compression controls provide minute adjustments to dial in performance. Adding compression provides more support allowing the suspension to ride taller in its travel which is important when dialing in a bike’s personality in corners, etc.

With too little compression a bike will sit deep in the travel. This compromises cornering and braking force resistance. Headtube angle, bottom bracket height, front to rear weight bias, etc are modified as a bike goes through its travel. Maintaining control of the use of travel is paramount for good performance.

Since compression hydraulically slows the suspension’s use of travel it therefor lowers the air spring’s PSI. Properly setting compression controls will help ease the load on the rebound system by controlling the air spring’s push back onto the rebound circuit.

Too much compression will cause a bike to feel harsh and not use appropriate amounts of travel.

Generally, compression settings are fine tuned after sag and volume spacing have riders “in the ballpark.”

Low speed compression controls mid-stroke as well as support in cornering and against brake dive.

High speed compression helps with bottom out and high shaft speed inputs.

3 positions switches are a type of compression circuit with Open the most plush, Mid providing some additional support and Firm for climbing. If you climb in firm remember to put it back to plush for the downhill or you’re in for a potentially rough ride.

Rebound

Rebound damping controls a suspension’s shaft speed returning to a neutral position. Or, how fast the air spring pushes back as the load changes.

More rebound damping slows the suspension by decreasing the amount of fluid allowed to pass through the hydraulic design.

Less rebound damping allows the suspension to return faster with less hydraulic restriction on the damper.

Rebound setting is based on weight, ground speed, terrain and aggression. Setting the rebound properly means finding the right frequency or feel for your riding.

If your rebound is too fast, or doesn’t have enough clicks of rebound, the bike will tend to skip and suffer poor small bump compliance.

When the rebound is too slow, or you have too many clicks of rebound, the suspension may “pack up” creating a harsh ride as each bump uses progressively more travel forcing the suspension deeper into the travel, which will have higher spring rates.

Opposing: Air Spring PSI / Spring Rate.

“Helping” Control: Low & High Speed Rebound.

Some suspension is designed with 2 rebound circuits. The High Speed Rebound circuit is designed to provide additional control resisting increased PSI late in suspension travel.

Typically High Speed Rebound settings are used as the Low Speed Rebound controls edge towards closed. Example: you might not use any clicks of High Speed Rebound until you reach “X” clicks on the low speed.

Exie XX1 Complete

No holds barred, no spec compromised SRAM AXS drivetrain, XTR brakes with Ibis S28 Carbon Wheels. What more could you want? (well, we have some ideas below…)

MSRP: $12,799

XX1 Build Highlights

The entire XX1 build is a highlight – but what stands out most?

– Shimano 2 piston XTR Brakes: Some of the most popular and proven trail brakes on the market.

– Ibis Carbon Wheels

– XX1 Eagle AXS wireless shifting

XX1 Build Frequent Swaps

Common swaps:

Brakes: For riders looking for more brake modulation but with equivalent power to the M9100 XTR brakes we offer Magura and Hope products.

Headset: Upgrade to the Cane Creek 110 or Chris King from the stock 40.

Cranks: Cane Creek eeWings – a popular upgrade to the Exie that ties into its heritage.

Cockpit: If you have a cockpit you like let’s get it on the bike. Depending on your weight you might prefer a 35mm cockpit setup.

Seating: Like cockpit, if you have a saddle or seatpost you love its a common change across all the builds.

Ibis Exie XX1 Spec:

Fork
FOX Factory 34 StepCast Fit 4 Remote, 120mm, 44mm Offset, 29″, 110x15mm

Shock
FOX Factory Float DPS with Remote, 190x45mm

Wheels
Ibis S28 Carbon Rims/ 29″ / Industry Nine Hydra Hubs

Tires
Maxxis Rekon Race 29×2.4″ EXO

Brakes
Shimano XTR M9100, 2 piston

Brake Rotors
Shimano RT-MT900 180/160

Cranks
SRAM XX1 Eagle Dub Spindle, 30t Alloy Ring
S/M: 170mm, L/XL: 175mm

 Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB BSA

Rear Derailleur
SRAM XX1 Eagle AXS

Shift Levers
SRAM XX1 AXS

Cassette
SRAM XG1299 10-52t

Chain
SRAM XX1 Eagle

Headset
Cane Creek 40: IS 41 upper, IS 52 lower

Grips
Lizard Skin Charger Evo

Handlebar
Enve M6 780mm

Stem
Enve MTN Stem 31.8
S/M: 35mm, L/XL: 50mm

Seatpost
SRAM Reverb AXS
S: 125mm, M: 150mm, L/XL: 170mm

Saddle
WTB Silverado 142

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Exie X01 Complete

12sp Eagle X01 with Ibis 933 Aluminum wheels and XT 2 piston brakes.

MSRP: $7,999

*shown with a mix kit – actual spec varies see below

X01 Build Highlights

– Shimano XT 8100 2 piston brakes

– Long lasting SRAM X01 drivetrain

X01 Build Frequent Swaps

There are some common upgrades and swaps to the Exie X01 kit:

Brakes: For riders looking for more modulation than the Shimano brakes provide we offer both Magura and Hope products.

AXS: Can’t hate that wireless update…

Cockpit: If you have a cockpit you like let’s get it on the bike. 35mm handlebar and stems are a very common upgrade to this kit.

Seating: Like cockpit, if you have a saddle or seatpost you love its a common change across all the builds.

Carbon Wheels: We work with a variety of carbon rim brands and our hand builders can set you up with the perfect rim / spoke / hub combo to compliment your riding.

Ibis Exie X01 Spec:

Fork
FOX Factory 34 StepCast Fit 4 Remote, 120mm, 44mm Offset, 29″, 110x15mm

Shock
FOX Factory Float DPS with Remote, 190x45mm

Wheels
Ibis 933 Aluminum Rims / Ibis Hubs*
*upgrade available: Ibis S28 Carbon Rims/ 29″ / Industry Nine Hydra Hubs

Tires
Maxxis Rekon Race 29×2.4″ EXO

Brakes
Shimano XT M8100, 2 piston

Brake Rotors
Shimano RT-86 180/160

Cranks
SRAM X01 Eagle Dub Spindle, 30t Alloy Ring
S/M: 170mm, L/XL: 175mm

 Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB BSA

Rear Derailleur
SRAM X01 Eagle

Shift Levers
SRAM X01 Eagle

Cassette
SRAM XG1295 10-52t

Chain
SRAM X01 Eagle

Headset
Cane Creek 40: IS 41 upper, IS 52 lower

Grips
Lizard Skin Charger Evo

Handlebar
Ibis Carbon HiFi 31.8, 800mm

Stem
Industry Nine A318
S/M: 40mm, L/XL: 50mm

Seatpost
Bike Yoke Revive
S: 125mm, M: 160mm, L: 185mm, XL: 213mm
note: 250lb rider weight limit

Saddle
WTB Silverado 142

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Exie XT Complete

The popular XT drivetrain and brake combo produces an ultra smooth shifting (and riding) XC Endurance and Trail ripper.

MSRP: $7,999

XT Build Highlights

– 12sp Shimano Drivetrain. Excellent shifting feel.

– Ibis 933 wheels

– Shimano XT brakes – some of the most popular on the market.

XT Build Frequent Swaps

There are some common upgrades and swaps to the Exie XT kit:

Brakes: For riders looking for more modulation than the Shimano brakes provide we offer both Magura and Hope products.

Cockpit: If you have a cockpit you like let’s get it on the bike. 35mm handlebar and stems are a very common upgrade to this kit.

Seating: Like cockpit, if you have a saddle or seatpost you love its a common change across all the builds.

Carbon Wheels: We work with a variety of carbon rim brands and our hand builders can set you up with the perfect rim / spoke / hub combo to compliment your riding.

Ibis Exie XT Spec:

Fork
FOX Factory 34 StepCast Fit 4 Remote, 120mm, 44mm Offset, 29″, 110x15mm

Shock
FOX Factory Float DPS with Remote, 190x45mm

Wheels
Ibis 933 Aluminum Rims / Ibis Hubs*
*upgrade available: Ibis S28 Carbon Rims/ 29″ / Industry Nine Hydra Hubs

Tires
Maxxis Rekon Race 29×2.4″ EXO

Brakes
Shimano XT M8100, 2 piston

Brake Rotors
Shimano RT-86 180/160

Cranks
Shimano XT M8100, 30t Alloy Ring
S/M: 170mm, L/XL: 175mm

 Bottom Bracket
Shimano XT MT800

Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT M8100 Shadow Plus 12 Sp

Shift Levers
Shimano XT M8100

Cassette
Shimano XT 10-51t

Chain
Shimano XT M8100

Headset
Cane Creek 40: IS 41 upper, IS 52 lower

Grips
Lizard Skin Charger Evo

Handlebar
Ibis Carbon HiFi 31.8, 800mm

Stem
Industry Nine A318
S/M: 40mm, L/XL: 50mm

Seatpost
Bike Yoke Revive
S: 125mm, M: 160mm, L: 185mm, XL: 213mm
note: 250lb rider weight limit

Saddle
WTB Silverado 142

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Stock Fork: Marzocchi Bomber Z1 Coil, 160mm

Ibis Ripmo AF Fork Travel Options

160mm Ibis Ripmo AF

The Ripmo AF is spec’d with a 160mm Marzocchi Bomber. This provides the bike with it’s stock 64.9 degree headtube angle and 341mm bottom bracket height.

Riders looking for a little more aggressive setup may investigate the 170mm option.

170mm Ibis Ripmo AF

Perhaps more than the additional 6% of travel the 10mm adds are the geometry modifications. Raising the front of the Ripmo AF will slacken the headtube, increase the trail measurement and slightly lift the bottom bracket.

These are popular shifts for riders attacking the steepest, burliest terrain.

Wondering which is right for you? Chat with our team today and we’ll help you define which riders benefit from which travel setup.

Marzocchi Bomber Z1 Coil 160mm, 44mm offset, 29”, 110×15

The Marzocchi Z1 is a great option spec’d on the current Ibis Ripmo AF – this is a robust fork with the proven GRIP damper minimizing both issues and downtime. The coil spring and pre-load options give riders a range of adjustability based on weight and BikeCo.com has the right springs to get you setup whether you’re looking for the Medium (factory supplied), Firm or Extra Firm spring rate.

Questions on the coil fork’s performance or setup? When you buy from BikeCo.com you get unparalleled after sales service to help you fine tune the suspension, cockpit, tire pressures, etc!

Coil Spring

For the 160mm travel Marzocchi Bomber Z1 Coil suggested sag is 15% for a firm feel and 20% for a plush fork. On the stock 160mm setup 15% equals 24mm or about 1 inch of sag. 20% will use 32mm or about 1.3″ of sag. Sag and progression can be adjusted with Preload.

BikeCo provides out clients the correct spring based on weight. (Ibis ships with a Medium spring)

The Marzocchi  Bomber Z1 Coil fork offers a wide range of tuning capacity with 13 clicks of rebound.

Marzocchi Bomber Z1 Coil GRIP Compression Controls

The Marzocchi Bomber Z1 Coil provides Low Speed compression controls to fine tune support through the GRIP damper.

The Marzocchi Bomber Z1 Coil has adjustable sag and off the top utilizing mechanical preload on the spring.

Chat with our team about which spring is right for your weight and riding style.

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Stock Rear Shock: Marzocchi Bomber Air

Air Spring & Volume Spacers

The Ibis Ripmo AF uses a 210 x 55mm shock.

The spec’d Marzocchi Bomber Air Shock is the most popular based on its wide variety of setup options.

SAG is adjusted by PSI – typically Enduro riding styles gravitate to 25-30% sag. This would measure about 17mm for a plush setup.

Volume Spacers

Volume spacing provides fine tuning options to support the air spring.

By adding volume spacers, thus reducing the volume, you increase the air spring’s ramp rate for improved bottom out support and pop.

Conversely removing volume spacers produces a more linear feel as the air has more volume during shock compression per mm of travel.

Do not install more volume spacers than the Marzocchi advises. Installing more than the maximum volume spacers will result in  product damage and potential for injuries, etc.

More about Marzocchi Bomber Air Shock Volume Spacing can be found here (link opens in new tab)

Marzocchi Bomber Air Shock Rebound Controls

The Marzocchi Bomber Air shock offers 10 clicks of rebound adjustment.

This allows riders to control the rate of return from a compressed state. Ideally, rebound is set fast enough that the fork returns to a neutral position before the next obstacle, without being so fast as to lose traction or feel like a pogo stick!

Marzocchi Bomber Air Shock Compression Controls

From Marzocchi’s Site the Bomber’s Compression control offers unique features:

2-position, non-indexed compression sweep adjust means you can set it and forget it

Innovative tunable sweep to adjust the stop to a narrower window

Want to know more about the Ibis Ripmo AF’s rear Marzocchi shock? Follow this link for the owner’s manual of the Bomber Air Shock (opens in new tab)

Ibis Ripmo AF: Air vs. Coil

Debating air versus coil on your new Ibis Ripmo AF?  Let’s look at the differences in the spring concepts.

Coil Ripmo AF

Generally coil shocks are sought after for being more plush on the initial stroke and more linear through the travel. “Linear” means less progressive, or less able to resist bottom out. Now, some of this can be tuned with compression settings on the damper, however, it will never have the same progressive feel as an air shock.

Getting the right coil for you usage is critical for the best performance. Typically riders will purchase two of the less expensive coil springs and decide if they prefer the softer spring with more preload spun into the spring or if the “heavier” spring with less preload is their preference. There is actual a difference in progressiveness with these two approaches while maintaining a cross over sag spring rate. In short, if you’re looking at coils and not 100% sure what you need chat with our team – and save on that titanium ultra light spring while you fine tune with the cheaper steel options!

Air Ripmo AF

Air shocks are mechanically more progressive in nature thanks to the properties of compressing air. Riders who want less ramp rate, or less progressive suspension can remove volume spacers thus increasing the air volume. Adding volume spacers diminishes the volume available to compress which leads to the PSI increasing at each mm of travel – increasing the ramp rate or progression of the suspension.

Most riders will gravitate to the air spring option for the range of adjustability.

Questions? No problem. Chat with our team and we’ll help you dial in your dream build.

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Ripmo AF SLX Complete

Shimano’s 12sp cost-conscious option without compromising trail performance.

MSRP: $4,099

SLX Build Highlights

The Shimano SLX complete provides great 12sp Shimano performance, Ibis Send Alloy wheels, Marzocchi suspension and an alloy cockpit.

Some of the highlights of the build include:

– Shimano 4 piston SLX Brakes: Some of the most popular and proven brakes on the market.

– Proven Blackbird Send Alloy Wheels

– Bike Yoke Revive Dropper Post (3 sizes available depending on frame size). The Revive has an external control to bleed and reset the post as needed.

SLX Build Frequent Swaps

Common swaps:

Brakes: Magura and TRP are the most common changes here. Magura has more modulation while the Shimano come on a bit stronger. Riders who like Modulation may gravitate to the revised Hope 4 options which bring notably more power to the Hope lineup. TRP brakes are gaining traction for riders who like the Shimano feel but may want a touch more modulation from the longer brake lever.

Chain Guide: add a chain guide for more aggressive riding

Headset: Upgrade to the Cane Creek 110 or Chris King from the stock 40.

Cockpit: If you have a cockpit you like let’s get it on the bike. Or upgrade to a carbon bar or 35mm combination to find tune your SLX build.

Seating: Like cockpit, if you have a saddle or seatpost you love its a common change across all the builds.

Ibis Ripmo AF SLX Spec:

Fork
Marzocchi Bomber Z1 Coil, 160mm, 44mm offset, 29”, 110x15mm

Shock
Marzocchi Bomber Air, 210 x 55

Wheels
Blackbird Send Alloy (Send I front, Send II rear) / 29″ / Ibis Hubs

Tires
Maxxis Assegai 29” x 2.5” WT, EXO+ casing, 120tpi

Brakes
Shimano SLX M7120, 4 piston

Brake Rotors
Shimano SM-RT66 203/180

Cranks
Shimano SLX M7100 24mm spindle, 30t Alloy Ring
S/M: 170mm, L/XL: 175mm

 Bottom Bracket
Shimano SLX BB52

Rear Derailleur
Shimano SLX M7100 Shadow Plus

Shift Levers
Shimano SLX M7100

Cassette
Shimano SLX, 10-51T

Chain
Shimano SLX M7100

Headset
Cane Creek 40 ZS44/ZS56

Grips
Lizard Skin Charger Evo

Handlebar
Ibis 780mm Alloy

Stem
Ibis 31.8mm
S/M: 40mm, L: 50mm, XL: 60mm

Seatpost
Bike Yoke Revive Dropper
S: 125mm, M: 160mm, L: 185mm, XL: 213mm.
Note there is a 250lb rider weight limit on this post.

Saddle
WTB Silverado 142

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Ripmo AF NGX Complete

The NGX combines 12sp Eagle components with maximum room for upgrades down the line.

MSRP: $3,599

NGX Build Highlights

– SRAM XD Driver. By spec’ing the XG-1275 cassette the NGX kit utilizes the XD driver allowing riders to use any GX or above cassette at time of replacement without needing a new freehub driver.

– Great Blackbird Send Alloy Wheels

NGX Build Frequent Swaps

With a couple well placed swaps / upgrades your NGX build can be dialed in without breaking the bank.

Common swaps:

Brakes: Magura and Shimano are the most common changes here. Magura has more modulation while the Shimano come on a bit stronger. TRP brakes are gaining traction for riders who like the Shimano feel but may want a touch more modulation from the longer brake lever.

AXS: Believe it or not, we sell A LOT of NGX completes that have a GX AXS upgrade kit mounted to them before delivery. Can’t hate that wireless update…

Cockpit: If you have a cockpit you like let’s get it on the bike. Carbon handlebars are a very common upgrade to this kit.

Seating: Like cockpit, if you have a saddle or seatpost you love its a common change across all the builds.

Ibis Ripmo AF NGX Spec:

Fork
Marzocchi Bomber Z1 Coil, 160mm, 44mm offset, 29”, 110x15mm

Shock
Marzocchi Bomber Air, 210 x 55

Wheels
Blackbird Send Alloy (Send I front, Send II rear) / 29″ / Ibis Hubs

Tires
Maxxis Assegai 29” x 2.5” WT, EXO+ casing, 120tpi

Brakes
SRAM G2 R, 4 piston

Brake Rotors
SRAM Centerline 6 bolt 203mm/180mm

Cranks
SRAM NX Eagle DUB, 30t Alloy Ring
S/M: 170mm, L/XL: 175mm

Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB BSA

Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle

Shift Levers
SRAM NX Eagle

Cassette
SRAM XG 1275 Eagle 10-50

Chain
SRAM NX Eagle

Headset
Cane Creek 40 ZS44/ZS56

Grips
Lizard Skin Charger Evo

Handlebar
Ibis 780mm Alloy

Stem
Ibis 31.8mm
S/M: 40mm, L: 50mm, XL: 60mm

Seatpost
KS Rage-i Dropper
S: 125mm, M: 150mm, L/XL: 170mm

Saddle
WTB Silverado 142

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Ripmo AF Deore Complete

The Shimano Deore Ripmo AF is the most cost conscious in the lineup. You’ll be hard pressed to find anything with the capacity and fun factor of an Ibis RIpmo AF near this price point.

MSRP: $3,599

Deore Build Highlights

– 12sp Shimano Drivetrain. Excellent shifting across the entire lineup.

– Great Blackbird Send Alloy Wheels

– Shimano 4 piston brakes – some of the most popular on the market.

Deore Build Frequent Swaps

With a couple well placed swaps / upgrades your Deore build can be dialed in without breaking the bank.

Common swaps:

Brakes: Magura and Shimano are the most common changes here. Magura has more modulation while the Shimano come on a bit stronger. TRP brakes are gaining traction for riders who like the Shimano feel but may want a touch more modulation from the longer brake lever.

Cockpit: If you have a cockpit you like let’s get it on the bike. Carbon handlebars are a very common upgrade to this kit.

Seating: Like cockpit, if you have a saddle or seatpost you love its a common change across all the builds.

Ibis Ripmo AF Deore Spec:

Fork
Marzocchi Bomber Z1 Coil, 160mm, 44mm offset, 29”, 110x15mm

Shock
Marzocchi Bomber Air, 210 x 55

Wheels
Blackbird Send Alloy (Send I front, Send II rear) / 29″ / Ibis Hubs

Tires
Maxxis Assegai 29” x 2.5” WT, EXO+ casing, 120tpi

Brakes
Shimano Deore M6120 4 piston

Brake Rotors
Shimano SM-RT66 203/180

Cranks
Shimano Deore M6100, 30t
S/M: 170mm, L/XL: 175mm

Bottom Bracket
Shimano SM BB52

Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore M6100

Shift Levers
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 780mm Alloy

Stem
Ibis 31.8mm
S/M: 40mm, L: 50mm, XL: 60mm

Seatpost
KS Rage-i Dropper
S: 125mm, M: 150mm, L/XL: 170mm

Saddle
WTB Silverado 142

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SB120 T4 Stock Fork: FOX Factory 34 Fit4 130mm

Air Spring & Volume Spacers

The FOX 34 provides riders a range of setup options using air spring as well as volume spacers.

Suggested sag is 15% for a firm feel and 20% for a plush fork. On the stock 130mm setup 15% equals 20mm of sag. 20% will use 26mm of sag.

Volume Spacers

The 130mm FOX 34 is factory spec’d with 2 volume spacers (bike manufacturers may or may not change this). The 130mm fork can carry a maximum of 5 volume spacers.

Do not install more volume spacers than the FOX advises. Installing more than the maximum volume spacers will result in  product damage and potential for injuries, etc.

FOX 34 FIT4 Rebound Control

The FIT4 damper provides Low rebound control (LSR).

There are 10 clicks of adjustability on the FOX FIT4 rebound.

With the updated fork architecture riders can also utilize the GRIP2 damper in the FOX 34. Riders who prefer the option of High and Low Speed Rebound should investigate the GRIP2 (more on this below!)

FOX FIT4 Compression Controls

The FOX FIT4 has a 3 position “on-the-fly” switch with Open, Medium and Firm compression settings. (shown in blue on the image above)

The FIT4 also offers riders 22 clicks of low speed compression adjustment in the OPEN mode. (the black dial in the center of the damper)

GRIP2 Upgrade: riders looking at the GRIP2 damper will not have the “on-the-fly” switch but gain a Low and High Speed Compression adjustment.

BikeCo Exclusive: Pro Tune Suspension

There are a lot of reasons to shop at The Bike Company (BikeCo.com). Some are: Unmatched attention to detail. Incredible after sales setup follow up. Pro Tune Suspension.

Our team works with the FOX fork and shock lineup to take the already great FOX suspension to the next level. Working with our team of suspension tuners we will narrow the FOX performance window based on your size, riding style, terrain, ground speeds, aggression, goals and chassis.

What’s it mean to narrow the performance window? Well, each click is more precise. The fluid is hand picked for you. The bleed is more precise.

On trail your suspension will be more plush while maintaining the support and progression you need to really attack the trail.

For racers our tuned suspension subtracts seconds from your run. For pleasure riders it improves the traction and feel allowing you to progress quicker in your riding.

Talk to our team about the advantages of BikeCo Pro Tunes today.

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Turq Series Stock Fork: FOX Factory 34 GRIP2 130mm

Air Spring & Volume Spacers

The FOX 34 provides riders a range of setup options using air spring as well as volume spacers.

Suggested sag is 15% for a firm feel and 20% for a plush fork. On the stock 130mm setup 15% equals 20mm of sag. 20% will use 26mm of sag.

Volume Spacers

The 130mm FOX 34 is factory spec’d with 2 volume spacers (bike manufacturers may or may not change this). The 130mm fork can carry a maximum of 5 volume spacers.

Do not install more volume spacers than the FOX advises. Installing more than the maximum volume spacers will result in  product damage and potential for injuries, etc.

FOX 34 GRIP2 Rebound Controls

The GRIP2 damper provides both Low (LSR) and High (HSR) rebound controls.

The addition of the High Speed or HSR control provides increased rebound control to account for the higher PSI produced by aggressive or heavier riders.

Typically riders will adjust LSR, Low Speed Rebound, to suit riding style and taste and refer to FOX’s guide for the appropriate HSR, High Speed Rebound, pairing.

FOX GRIP2 Compression Controls

The FOX GRIP2 damper provides Low and High speed compression controls to fine tune support.

Compression circuits hydraulically damp (or slow) the fork’s input assisting the air spring in providing appropriate mid-stroke and bottom out feel.

Low Speed Compression helps provide mid-stroke support. This allows a bike to ride taller in the travel in cornering while resisting brake dive, rider weight shift and other slow shaft speed inputs.

High Speed Compression works to fine tune bottom out feel as well as other high shaft speed inputs also known as square edge bumps. Example: if you sprint straight into a curb you’re likely to engage the High Speed Compression even if you’re not using full travel. This is due to the speed of the shaft moving oil to compensate for the hit.

BikeCo Exclusive: Pro Tune Suspension

There are a lot of reasons to shop at The Bike Company (BikeCo.com). Some are: Unmatched attention to detail. Incredible after sales setup follow up. Pro Tune Suspension.

Our team works with the FOX fork and shock lineup to take the already great FOX suspension to the next level. Working with our team of suspension tuners we will narrow the FOX performance window based on your size, riding style, terrain, ground speeds, aggression, goals and chassis.

What’s it mean to narrow the performance window? Well, each click is more precise. The fluid is hand picked for you. The bleed is more precise.

On trail your suspension will be more plush while maintaining the support and progression you need to really attack the trail.

For racers our tuned suspension subtracts seconds from your run. For pleasure riders it improves the traction and feel allowing you to progress quicker in your riding.

Talk to our team about the advantages of BikeCo Pro Tunes today.

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Stock Rear Shock: FOX Factory Float DPS

Air Spring & Volume Spacers

The spec’d Fox Float Factory DPS is the most technical single can shock on the market

SAG is adjusted by PSI – typically Down-Country / XC riding styles gravitate to 25% sag.

Volume Spacers

Volume spacing provides fine tuning options to support the air spring.

By adding volume spacers, thus reducing the volume, you increase the air spring’s ramp rate for improved bottom out support and pop.

Conversely removing volume spacers produces a more linear feel as the air has more volume during shock compression per mm of travel.

Do not install more volume spacers than the FOX advises. Installing more than the maximum volume spacers will result in  product damage and potential for injuries, etc.

FOX FLOAT DPS Rebound Controls

Low Speed Rebound is controlled on the red knob shown above.

As your ground speed increases you will “speed up” your rebound setting to allow the fork to reset for the next obstacle more quickly.

Heavier riders tend to require “more” rebound control to make up for the higher piston PSI to keep the bike settled.

Not 100% sure on suspension? No problem. When you buy a bike from BikeCo.com we are here to help you dial it in and then we work with our clients to fine tune and adjust the setup as their riding changes and ground speeds increase.

FOX Factory DPS Compression Controls

The FOX Factory DPS provides 2 compression controls.

First is the lever actuated Open, Medium & Firm settings (also called a climb switch). This is shown in blue in the image above.

The Factory DPS also provides a 3 position Open Mode adjuster. It is mounted between the rebound and the lever. 1 is open, 2 is a bit more support and 3 is even more support – all in the “Open” mode of the lever.

BikeCo Exclusive: Pro Tune Suspension

There are a lot of reasons to shop at The Bike Company (BikeCo.com). Some are: Unmatched attention to detail. Incredible after sales setup follow up. Pro Tune Suspension.

Our team works with the FOX fork and shock lineup to take the already great FOX suspension to the next level. Working with our team of suspension tuners we will narrow the FOX performance window based on your size, riding style, terrain, ground speeds, aggression, goals and chassis.

What’s it mean to narrow the performance window? Well, each click is more precise. The fluid is hand picked for you. The bleed is more precise.

On trail your suspension will be more plush while maintaining the support and progression you need to really attack the trail.

For racers our tuned suspension subtracts seconds from your run. For pleasure riders it improves the traction and feel allowing you to progress quicker in your riding.

Talk to our team about the advantages of BikeCo Pro Tunes today.

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C Series Stock Fork: FOX Performance 34 GRIP 130mm

Air Spring & Volume Spacers

The FOX 34 provides riders a range of setup options using air spring as well as volume spacers.

Suggested sag is 15% for a firm feel and 20% for a plush fork.

Volume Spacers

The 130mm FOX 34 is factory spec’d with 2 volume spacers (bike manufacturers may or may not change this). The 130mm fork can carry a maximum of 5 volume spacers.

Do not install more volume spacers than the FOX advises. Installing more than the maximum volume spacers will result in  product damage and potential for injuries, etc.

FOX Performance 34 GRIP Rebound Controls

The FOX Performance 34 GRIP features a low speed rebound to fine tune performance.

FOX GRIP Compression Controls

The FOX GRIP damper provides an adjustable control to increase compression.

Common C-Series Fork Upgrade!

It’s a pretty common upgrade to the Yeti C Series Performance fork to upgrade to the FOX Grip2 damper, essentially building a Performance Elite fork. Chat with our team about dialing this in!

BikeCo Exclusive: Pro Tune Suspension

There are a lot of reasons to shop at The Bike Company (BikeCo.com). Some are: Unmatched attention to detail. Incredible after sales setup follow up. Pro Tune Suspension.

Our team works with the FOX fork and shock lineup to take the already great FOX suspension to the next level. Working with our team of suspension tuners we will narrow the FOX performance window based on your size, riding style, terrain, ground speeds, aggression, goals and chassis.

What’s it mean to narrow the performance window? Well, each click is more precise. The fluid is hand picked for you. The bleed is more precise.

On trail your suspension will be more plush while maintaining the support and progression you need to really attack the trail.

For racers our tuned suspension subtracts seconds from your run. For pleasure riders it improves the traction and feel allowing you to progress quicker in your riding.

Talk to our team about the advantages of BikeCo Pro Tunes today.

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Yeti SB120 C-Series Shock Spec

The Yeti C Series (or Carbon Series) SB120 C1 and C2 builds are spec’d with the FOX Performance DPS.

FOX Performance DPS

The Performance series FOX rear shocks provide adjustments via PSI, air volume spacing, low speed rebound and a typically a “climb” compression switch.

The climb switch on Performance shocks lacks the individual compression clicks to slow the shock through the travel.
On the Performance lineup riders will use air volume spacing to provide more support.

The FOX Performance DPS is an overall great shock – robust and easy to maintain. For medium or lighter riders the lack of compression clicks isn’t likely to create much of an issue.

The advantage of the upgraded Factory offerings compression control circuit is the ability to add hydraulic support to the suspension independent of the air circuit.

Since Yeti offers the Factory Suspension upgrade on their C1 and C2 builds many riders will add the Factory Fork/Shock combo with the upgraded compression dampers installed.

Debating which rear shock is right for your SB120? Chat with the team at BikeCo.com – we will look at your riding style, locale, terrain, ground speed and disposition and help you define where the best value is to get your dream bike performing like you’d expect!

Yeti T4 Complete

The no-holds-barred XX1 AXS top of class Yeti SB120 lineup including the popular DT Swiss EXC 1501 Carbon 30mm wheelset.

MSRP: $12,100

SB120 T4 Build Highlights

Where do we start with the SB120 T4 build – we’ll keep it quick and jump into the T4 spec below:

– SRAM XX1 AXS wireless shifting (with wireless trim adjustment!)

– DT Swiss EXC 1501 30mm Carbon Rims

T4 Build Frequent Swaps

At this level it’s hard to shake a stick at anything, but, at this level you should get exactly what you want right?

Common swaps:

Brakes: Most riders will upgrade or swap the Code RSC brakes. Shimano XT or XTR, Magura MT7 , the new Hope series – even TRP are making in-roads in the brake market.

Wheels: Onyx silent hubs, Chris King hubs, Industry Nine Hydra – all are at home on a build at this level. We work with a range of carbon rims to allow you to fine tune rim width and stiffness as well. Wheels are a BIG part of a bike’s personality so chat with our team to get it right the first time!

Cockpit: If you have a cockpit you like let’s get it on the bike.

Seating: Like cockpit, if you have a saddle or seatpost you love its a common change across all the builds.

Yeti SB120 T4 Spec:

Fork
Fox Float 34 Factory FIT4 130mm, 44mm offset, 29”, 110×15

Shock
Fox Float Factory DPS

Wheels
DT Swiss EXC 1501 30mm Carbon Rims

Front Tires
MAXXIS REKON 2.4 EXO

Rear Tires
MAXXIS REKON RACE 2.35 EXO

Brakes
SRAM Level Ultimate

Brake Rotors
SRAM Centerline 180/180

Cranks
SRAM X01 Eagle, 32t, 170mm

Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB BSA

Rear Derailleur
SRAM XX1 Eagle AXS

Shift Levers
SRAM Eagle AXS

Cassette
SRAM XG 1299 Eagle 10-52

Chain
SRAM XX1 Eagle

Headset
Cane Creek 110 Integrated

Grips
ODI Elite Pro

Handlebar
Yeti Carbon 35×760

Stem
Burgtec Enduro MK3 35x50mm

Seatpost
FOX Transfer Factory
S: 150mm, M: 175mm, L-XXL: 200mm

Saddle
Ergon SM Enduro

Power
XX1 AXS battery & power pack charger

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Yeti SB120 T3 Complete

The T3 build sees riders into the wireless SRAM AXS spec

MSRP: $9,600

T3 Build Highlights

– SRAM Eagle Drivetrain. The SRAM 12sp drivetrains have unmatched longevity if they’re kept reasonably clean and lubed.

– Factory Suspension: the FOX Factory fork and shock are a real highlight of the build.

– Option to Upgrade: get the DT Swiss EXC 1501 30mm carbon rims for a reasonable upgrade charge at time of purchase!

T3 Build Frequent Swaps

Common swaps:

Brakes: Magura and Shimano are the most common changes here. Magura has more modulation while the Shimano come on a bit stronger. Riders who like Modulation may gravitate to the revised Hope 4 options which bring notably more power to the Hope lineup. TRP brakes are gaining traction for riders who like the Shimano feel but may want a touch more modulation from the longer brake lever.

Wheels: Onyx silent hubs, Chris King hubs, and Industry Nine are at home on a build at this level. We work with a range of carbon rims to allow you to fine tune rim width and stiffness as well. Wheels are a BIG part of a bike’s personality so chat with our team to get it right the first time!

Headset: Upgrade to the Cane Creek 110 or Chris King from the stock 40.

Cockpit: If you have a cockpit you like let’s get it on the bike.

Seating: Like cockpit, if you have a saddle or seatpost you love its a common change across all the builds.

Yeti SB120 T3 Spec:

Fork
Fox Float 34 Factory GRIP2 130mm, 44mm offset, 29”, 110×15

Shock
Fox Float Factory DPS

Wheels
DT Swiss Custom XM1700 30mm*
upgrade available! to EXC 1501 30mm Carbon Rims

Front Tires
Maxxis Minion DHF 2.5 EXO

Rear Tires
Maxxis Aggressor 2.3 EXO

Brakes
SRAM G2 RSC

Brake Rotors
SRAM Centerline 180/180

Cranks
SRAM X1 Eagle, 30t, 170mm

Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB BSA

Rear Derailleur
SRAM XX1 Eagle AXS

Shift Levers
SRAM AXS