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Niner RIP 9 1-Star X7 (2014)
General
| Product Category | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Niner |
| Model | RIP 9 1-Star X7 |
| Size | S, M, L, Xl |
| Color | Niner Green |
| Bottom bracket | SRAM GXP |
|---|---|
| Brake levers | SRAM ELIXIR 1, BLACK |
| Brake rotor | SRAM, 180/160MM |
| Brakes | SRAM ELIXIR 1 Hydraulic disc,BLACK |
| Cassette | SRAM PG1030 11-36 10SP |
| Chain | SRAM PC1031 |
| Crankset | SRAM S1000, 38/24 |
| Features | CVA™ SUSPENSION: The RIP 9 features Niner’s patented CVA suspension (U.S. Patent No. 7,934,739) and delivers 125mm of fully active travel with superb compliance and damping via a tuned for CVA RockShox Monarch RT3 HV shock. For those seeking the technical advantages of 29” wheels combined with pedalling efficiency across all chainring combinations (not just the middle ring), CVA™ is the front-runner. The result? A faster, smoother ride up and down the trail. VERSATILE GEOMETRY: To progress as a rider you need predictability, balance and nimble handling and Niner is the company that first made fun trail bike 29ers a reality. Climbing or descending, the geometry of the RIP 9 is tuned to keep you in control and ready to conquer new terrain at every turn. The RIP 9 is intended for 120 to 140mm forks, allowing riders to further fine tune the ride. AIR FORMED TUBING: At just 7lbs for a medium frame, the new RIP 9 pulls within .65lbs (295g) of our carbon flagship RIP 9 RDO frame. To achieve this reduction and actually increase strength over the last RIP 9 frame we looked beyond traditional hydroforming. Shaping the frame tubes with compressed air in a heated mould gives us greater control over wall thickness and material uniformity, allowing the use of less metal. Tubes that are manipulated using this process can be up to 25% lighter than a similar hydroformed shape at the same strength. TAPERED HEADTUBE: The increased surface area of a tapered headtube allows for a larger downtube, increasing strength and rigidity at this critical intersection. Tapered fork steerer tubes measurably reduce fork deflection, which means your Niner tracks straight and true. The full spectrum of riders from XC racers to All Mountain shredders benefit from these features which is why we incorporate the technology in all our frames. ATTENTION TO DETAIL: From the head tube to the rear axle, we looked at every single detail and asked “can it be done better?” We’ve revised the shapes of the forged yokes and attachments, subjecting them to mechanical and real world testing to ensure they’re as light and strong as possible. New linkage shapes increase strength and stiffness and shed a few more grams, the lower link has a pronounced asymmetrical form to make room for ISCG tabs and increased chainstay clearance. Larger pivot hardware and a switch to 8mm alloy shock mounting bolts shave weight and increase the bling we love so much. Saving weight doesn’t mean skimping - pivots are still outfitted with Enduro Max full complement sealed cartridge bearings for smooth, friction-free suspension. |
| Fork type | ROCK SHOX, SECTOR RL, SOLO AIR, 130MM, 15MM |
| Frame type | NINER RIP 9 |
| Front derailleur | SRAM X5 10SP DIRECT MOUNT (LOW), TOP PULL |
| Hub front | American Classic, 15mm |
| Hub rear | American Classic, 142x12mm |
| Rear derailleur | SRAM X7 TYPE-2, MEDIUM CAGE 10SP |
| Recommended for | Trail |
| Rims type | AMERICAN CLASSIC TERRAIN |
| Saddle | WTB VOLT SPORT |
| Shifter | SRAM X7 10SP |
| Shock type | Rock Shox Monarch RT3 HV |
| Spokes | American Classic |
| Stem | NINER ALLOY |
| Tires | SCHWALBE RACING RALPH PERFORMANCEL 2.25 |
