For more than a decade, the RIP 9 RDO trail bike has ruled our off-road lineup. For 2019, this flagship bike evolves again.
The do-it-all trail bike hits the sweet spot with 140mm of consistent, controlled CVA suspension, progressive and adjustable geometry, and increased frame stiffness. Plus it’s got more standover for 170mm dropper posts, longer reach, and a shorter head tube. More versatile and capable than ever before, reach for your RIP to tackle any trail.
The new RIP 9 RDO sports 140mm of CVA suspension on a light, stiff, strong RDO carbon frame. With a 150mm travel FOX 36 fork up front, a 66-degree head tube angle, and a 75.8-degree seat tube angle, They`re hitting the sweet spot of efficiency and capability. Niner also built in more standover clearance and a shorter seat tube to accommodate 170mm dropper posts.
Starting with the best grades of raw carbon layered precisely according to the stress points on the frame structure. In construction, the process employs rigid internal molds and results in tighter, more consistent compaction of the carbon fabric. The result? Increased precision in wall thickness and reduced resin pooling in the final product. Niner can build more elaborate structures with better ride tuning, increased strength, outstanding durability, and less weight.
RIP 9 RDO 29 frame only specifications: Build it your way with the RIP 9 RDO frame-only option. RDO carbon fiber keeps the platform light and stiff, full sleeve internal cable routing makes it easy to build, and boost hub spacing gives you freedom for all the wheel and tire options you could want.
Features:
- Rib cage struts for stiffness
- Seatpost size 30.9 (34.9 seat collar)
- Fox live valve and Shimano Di2 compatible
- 73mm threaded BB; 1x single chainring only
- Fox Float DPX2 Factory Evol Shock