RIP 9 27.5+ 2-Star SLX Complete Mountain Bike - 2016
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No, you didn't misread that, the 2017 Niner RIP 9 27.5+ 2-Star SLX Complete Mountain Bike has 27.5-inch wheels, which on the surface sounds a bit like heresy given Niners longstanding devotion to all things 29er. However, the advent of 27.5+ means those big, beefy tires have nearly the same diameter as a normal 29in tire, which makes this move in wheel size a welcome option for added traction and an extra dose of cush. This particular model arrives in aluminum form, mirroring its more expensive carbon counterpart at a fraction of the price tag, with Shimano's workhorse SLX drivetrain and Stan's NoTubes wheels keeping things rolling through the rough.
In addition to its newfound versatility to accommodate both 29in and 27.5+ wheels, the RIP 9 underwent quite a few changes to emerge as an all-mountain shredder built for any terrain. It features a slacker head tube, steeper seat tube, longer top tube, stubbier chainstays, and a deeper suspension than its predecessor to push beyond its trail heritage and achieve its enduro aspirations.
On top of those geometry tweaks, the new RIP 9 gains owes a large chunk of its responsive versatility to the introduction of Boost axle spacing. Pushing the rear axle out to 148mm enabled Niner to wrangle enough clearance at the bottom bracket to shorten the chainstays by 11mm and sharpen the seat tube angle by two degrees. These subtle changes make the rear triangle that much more responsive to input while also pushing the rider's engine up over the pedals.
The shortened stays do their part to keep the bike agile, but the slack, 66.5-degree head tube angle means the RIP 9 also joyfully flattens everything in its path—or at least bails you out when you get a bit too ambitious with line choice. Its longer top tube and short stem keep handling on-point, despite that low head tube angle, so you can always fall back on those stubby stays to navigate stretches of particularly technical terrain.
The new RIP 9's CVA suspension design is back unchanged, with the exception of adding 25mm more travel to play with. This brings it up to 150mm, optimized for descending fast in gnarly terrain while remaining surprisingly responsive when you punch on the gas. Unlike other designs, CVA is optimized for the increased bottom bracket drop inherent in 29ers. It tends to ride high with a controlled mid-stroke that balances pedal input and suspension travel, keeping it stable through rock gardens and snappy when you stomp.
The frame's finishing details are everything you'd expect from Niner, and our favorite new addition is the BSA threaded bottom bracket. PressFit shells may be lighter and more convenient, but the exact tolerances of a CNC-machined thread are unmatchable by today's composite technology. The threading means bearing cups install perfectly, reducing wear over time and eliminating the creaks and groans that so often accompany PressFit models. The revised axle spacing and geometry dimensions accommodate 27.5+ tires up to 3in, and if you trade out for 29ers, the frame will max out at 2.5in tires.
Details
- The new RIP 9 boasts 27.5+ wheels and all-mountain versatility
- Six inches of responsive CVA travel
- Updated geometry climbs faster and drops in with enduro style
- Aluminum construction balances light weight, durability, and cost
- Shimano's workhorse SLX drivetrain delivers precise, reliable gear shifs
- Compatible with electronic drivetrain routing and battery storage
- Compatible with 29in and 27.5+ wheels
- Item #NNR005Q
- Frame Material
- aluminum
- Suspension
- CVA
- Rear Shock
- RockShox Monarch Plus RC3 DebonAir
- Rear Travel
- 150 mm
- Fork
- RockShox Lyrik RC Solo Air
- Front Travel
- 170 mm
- Shifters
- Shimano SLX M7000 11-speed I-Spec II
- Front Derailleur
- n/a
- Rear Derailleur
- Shimano SLX M7000 GS 11-speed Shadow Plus
- ISCG Tabs
- yes, ISCG 05
- Crankset
- 32 times Race Face Aeffect
- Bottom Bracket
- Race Face BSA
- Cassette
- 11 - 42 t Shimano SLX M7000
- Chain
- Shimano SLX HG-600 11-speed
- Brakeset
- Shimano SLX M7000
- Brake Type
- hydraulic disc
- Rotors
- [front] 180 mm Shimano RT76, [rear] 160 mm Shimano RT76
- Handlebar
- Race Face Aeffect
- Handlebar Rise
- 20 mm
- Handlebar Width
- 760 mm
- Grips
- Niner Grrrips lock-on nylon
- Stem
- Race Face Aeffect 35mm clamp
- Saddle
- Niner Custom with Cr-Mo rails
- Seatpost
- KS Dropzone R
- Seatpost Diameter
- 30.9 mm
- Seat Collar
- 34.9 mm
- Wheelset
- Stan's NoTubes Neo/ZTR Baron S1
- Front Axle
- 15 x 110mm Boost
- Rear Axle
- 12 x 148mm Boost
- Tires
- [front] Maxxis Rekon+ DC/EXO/TR, [rear] Maxxis Ikon+ 3C/EXO/TR
- Tire Size
- [front] 27.5 x 2.8 in, [rear] 27.5 x 2.8 in
- Recommended Use
- all mountain, enduro, mountain bike
- Manufacturer Warranty
- 2 years on frame
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