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Niner RIP 9 1-Star X7 (2014)

General

Product Category
Brand Niner
ModelRIP 9 1-Star X7
SizeS, M, L, Xl
ColorNiner Green

Specific

Bottom bracketSRAM GXP
Brake leversSRAM ELIXIR 1, BLACK
Brake rotorSRAM, 180/160MM
BrakesSRAM ELIXIR 1 Hydraulic disc,BLACK
CassetteSRAM PG1030 11-36 10SP
ChainSRAM PC1031
CranksetSRAM S1000, 38/24
FeaturesCVA™ 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 typeROCK SHOX, SECTOR RL, SOLO AIR, 130MM, 15MM
Frame typeNINER RIP 9
Front derailleurSRAM X5 10SP DIRECT MOUNT (LOW), TOP PULL
Hub frontAmerican Classic, 15mm
Hub rearAmerican Classic, 142x12mm
Rear derailleurSRAM X7 TYPE-2, MEDIUM CAGE 10SP
Recommended forTrail
Rims typeAMERICAN CLASSIC TERRAIN
SaddleWTB VOLT SPORT
ShifterSRAM X7 10SP
Shock typeRock Shox Monarch RT3 HV
SpokesAmerican Classic
StemNINER ALLOY
TiresSCHWALBE RACING RALPH PERFORMANCEL 2.25
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