Comments on: 2010 Ibis Mojo Mountain Bike Review

By: Believe it or Not: Ibis Reveals new Ripley 29er - FeedTheHabit.com

Believe it or Not: Ibis Reveals new Ripley 29er - FeedTheHabit.com — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 08:12:27 +0000

[...] we finally get to see the latest creation from Ibis: The Ripley 29er. I’m a huge fan of the Ibis Mojo and most people anticipated that they would simply take the Mojo and adapt it to fit big hoops. [...]

By: Jason Mitchell

Jason Mitchell — Fri, 05 Aug 2011 20:49:02 +0000

So sorry it took awhile to respond… right in the middle of Outdoor Retailer show. I appreciate the pat on the back and am glad to provide you with a little extra info.

It’s a tough call between the Epiphany and Mojo. I will say that the Epiphany has undergone some changes since I last rode it. The new SST.2 is drastically different from the one I rode two years ago. Also, the Mojo SL-R is a great improvement on the already-stellar Mojo. In short… I’m guessing both bikes are equally awesome, but things have changed.

I’ll further muddy the waters with the Pivot Mach 5.7… that is also one sweet ride and it will come in carbon for 2012! if you’re carbon-averse, go with the Ellsworth, otherwise get a Mojo!

By: Kevin

Kevin — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 19:57:45 +0000

Jason,
First time reader and very impressed with your knowledge. I too am torn between the Epiphany and a Mojo… What to do what to do???
Almost two years ago you said “The Epiphany, however, is absolutely money. If you’re going to compare the Mojo to an Ellsworth, the Epiphany is more apples-to-apples.”
Do you still have the same opinion two years later?

By: michael

michael — Thu, 28 Apr 2011 19:44:40 +0000

Jason, as a follow-up, I did go with the Mojo SL and love it.

The Mojo has a superefficient uphill climbing capability. The dw link is awesome. There’s much more of a direct connect from the drivetrain when going up long hills compared to the Epiphany.

The Epiphany is a little bit more comfortable on downhill drops but the difference is btwn super,super plush and super plush. I have noticed the Mojo has a bit better turning capabilities on tight technical turns. There are some hairpins I can do much more readily on the Mojo than I was ever able to do on the Epiphany.

Thumbs up on the Mojo SL

Michael

By: Ibis Intros New Mojo SL-R… No Official 29er Yet - FeedTheHabit.com

Ibis Intros New Mojo SL-R… No Official 29er Yet - FeedTheHabit.com — Wed, 20 Apr 2011 06:11:34 +0000

[...] the official info from Ibis on the new Mojo SL-R: After five years of refinement on the Mojo SL, it was time for a full reboot. The result is the Mojo SL-R, a sub-5 lb. (2250g) trail bike frame [...]

By: Dan

Dan — Mon, 14 Mar 2011 19:30:36 +0000

Does anyone experience chain suck on your mojo sl?
I am slightly suspicious considering I’m riding the same trail as my previous 4 bikes and I’ve never experienced this before, none of my mates have chain suck, ibis have a whole page dedicated to this problem and they’ve even gone to the trouble in getting k-edge to make them a specific anti-chain suck device….mmmm, is it me or is there a problem???

By: Steve

Steve — Sat, 29 Jan 2011 15:54:24 +0000

Thanks, Jason.
As crude a method as this might seem, I did this:
Measured a couple of photos of the Large that were true profiles shots. Yep, right on my computer screen. To the millimetre. I measure the wheels, and converted that as a fraction of 26 inches. Then did dropout to head tube centre, BB to head tube centre, you name it.
Compared the measurements with those of my Scott (17.5 inch frame). I did this over a couple of photos. (Did I mention there’s no Large where I am…..at least I haven’t been able to source one). It looks as though the Mojo L dimensions are bigger than my Scott by a bit. If that translates into the M being a bit tighter than my Scott, I suppose I could live with that.
I just don’t want the L size Mojo to be more than just a tad bigger all round than my Scott. Yes, I can shorten the stem (I’m running 100mm on the Genius), but I also want to consider head and seat tube angles. I may be nickel and diming, but I figure I might as well get it right now. Interestingly, Wrench Science puts a “flexibility” factor into their sizing. I’m a 5, which means I can touch my toes, but palms flat on the ground is out of the question.
Hans initially recommended L, but my measurements were stated slightly incorrectly. Upon revising downward slightly, Tom suggested M, and said he has known of riders as tall as 6’1″ on a medium.
I’ll get ‘er figured out eventually…..many thanks for your quick reply and excellent advice/reviews.

By: Jason Mitchell

Jason Mitchell — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 17:48:47 +0000

Sizing is hard. I’m your exact same height and inseam and I have the same issues with fit as you do since I can span two sizes. That said, without question on the Mojo SL, I’d go Large if I were you. Play with your stem length to make it fit just right. As you can see from my spec, I had a 60mm stem on mine. I’d recommend somewhere between 50-80mm if I were you.

Putting a long stem on a shorter frame is less preferred to putting a shorter stem on a longer frame, IMO (as a general rule).

By: Steve

Steve — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 12:35:22 +0000

Hi Jason….great review and perfect bike set up.
I have a problem….fit calculators have me in between M and L. I noticed one chunk in this thread devoted to frame dilemmas…..apparently I’m not alone.
I currently own a Scott Genius 30 Medium, and it feels about right. I am 50, weigh a bit over 200 pounds, have a 32.5 inseam, and am 5’10 1/2″. I do road, trail, and AM (but not serious DH). I want to improve my skill on downhill though. I’ve been riding about 3 years. I favour a bit of an upright position, but get uncomfortable after a while, and need the room to stretch my butt out. I just don’t want to sit like that the whole time. Mostly for the comfort “down there” rather than any back problem.
Would you recommend a Medium or a Large? You rode the large, and you seem to still have a bend in the elbow. I’ve received many suggestions from other forums…..most recommend large, but some suggest medium. One fellow at Ibis said large, one said medium.
I’m abroad and test rides are tough. They don’t have a large here, so I only sat on the medium.
It’s tough to call it.
Your thoughts, if you care to offer……thanks!

By: fari

fari — Thu, 06 Jan 2011 17:50:17 +0000

Maybe someone can fill you in on the Cobalt’s I rode the Iodine’s and absolutely loved their stiffness and looks. They were smooth rolling and performed admirably all Summe