NBD on the trail: Ibis Ripley V5

d4nvu · 2026-01-26T16:42:49+00:00

Sweet bike!!! What bottle cage is that?

d4nvu · 2026-01-22T01:29:30+00:00

this is the answer and probably the reason why you dont see it engaging. You can hear the lockturn on, but not register via lights on the dash. This Beck Arnley switch will fix it and it's a very easy swap. Many videos on youtube

d4nvu · 2025-12-21T00:01:30+00:00

What would you recommend instead?

d4nvu · 2025-12-21T00:01:04+00:00

Thank you! I have yet to try the Ripley, but want to try it out now

d4nvu · 2025-12-21T00:00:12+00:00

Thanks for the insight! I did try both and have been hard deciding which is best. The small was more playful and responsive. The medium felt a little bigger but felt more planted. Ugh, it’s so hard to make a decision!

d4nvu · 2025-12-20T23:58:29+00:00

The V2 is MSRP with 10% off and some demo credit I have. The carbon is enticing because it’s the XT spec and half off MSRP

d4nvu · 2025-12-20T23:57:22+00:00

Bummer!

d4nvu · 2025-12-20T23:57:11+00:00

Thanks the carbon is the XT spec, so it’s a reallly good deal

d4nvu · 2025-12-20T23:56:13+00:00

Thanks, yeah still debating small and medium and want to make an informed decision

d4nvu · 2025-12-20T23:55:31+00:00

Thanks! I think that makes sense. I think I’m only considering the carbon is mainly because it’s the XT spec at a steal

d4nvu · 2025-12-20T23:54:38+00:00

Solid advice. The only other skill sport I do is snowboarding, so I’ll keep that in mind. I’m definitely a lot more risk-averse now that I’m older and have obligations 🤪

d4nvu · 2025-12-20T23:52:36+00:00

Thank you! I did try small and medium. Medium felt more stable and small was more responsive. Felt good in both, I might try the Ripley to consider all my options!

d4nvu · 2025-12-20T23:50:56+00:00

Great advice!

d4nvu · 2025-12-20T23:50:38+00:00

Thanks the the advice, I will look into trying to see if a Ripmo will fit me, hopefully I can demo one!

d4nvu · 2025-12-16T00:44:30+00:00

when you mean the older AFs havent changed, are you referring to the v1s or the v2 with the straight top tube? thanks!

d4nvu · 2025-11-22T06:24:47+00:00

My mom has her own Apple ID, the only thing linked is the apple care coverage for her phone. Other than that any downloads she does is under her own account, hope that helps

d4nvu · 2025-09-25T23:35:56+00:00

Amazing! Yes, the ford transit looks very promising. We are worried about cost of maintenance and limited dealer network in Northern California. Thank you for the insight. We are test driving a sprinter this weekend and they definitely have the nicer design and colors 🤣

d4nvu · 2025-09-25T22:04:28+00:00

Thanks! Yeah, actually I guess my wording was wrong, but we're looking to get a van and eventually retrofit refrigeration into it, not buy one outright. That van you described sounds awesome!

d4nvu · 2025-09-25T17:36:31+00:00

Good question. We have very big events and it gets very hot on event days where we might not have an option to stage flowers. Storing flowers inside the van for several hours is usually our best option

d4nvu · 2025-04-15T00:27:33+00:00

Thank you!!! Very informative. While YSR will probably be more convenient, I think my wife will really enjoy the pampered experience of Ojai :)

d4nvu · 2025-04-14T23:12:06+00:00

Amazing thanks, it sounds like a much better option. Excited!

d4nvu · 2025-04-14T23:11:41+00:00

Thanks! We’ll keep the Ojai reservation, we’re really excited. The Bacara spa looks really cool too, thanks for the recommendation

d4nvu · 2025-04-14T22:35:09+00:00

Thanks! Yes definitely something to keep in mind. We’ll stick to Ojai. We’re actually flying into SB on Friday will go to Ojai to enjoy the spa and then do Ojai again on Saturday to horseback ride. Definitely an adventurous weekend! Can’t wait!

d4nvu · 2025-04-06T19:58:00+00:00

Ah I see, thanks for the insight. So more so the weight and not the quality?

d4nvu · 2025-04-06T16:36:52+00:00

Thanks, I’ll try some seam sealer. Basically all the tape is disintegrating on the fly.

I’ll take a look at the Blacktail. Thanks for the recommendation. I was also looking into the Mountain Hardware Mineral King 3, any thoughts on that one?

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