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Niner RIP 9 RDO 29 – 4-STAR SHIMANO XT 2021

2021 Mountain
Estimate price | 6,500$
Weight | 13.61 kg
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Niner Rip 9 Rdo 29 4 Star Shimano Xt 2021

Bike details

Overview

Key information split into simple groups.

Bike summary

  • Category
  • Frame Carbon
  • Wheels 29"
  • Travel Front 150mm
  • Travel Rear 140mm
  • Fork Fox Factory Float 36
  • Groupset XT, Race Face
  • Suspension Full
  • Drivetrain 1 × 12
  • Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing

Recommended size guide.

  • SM

    158cm - 171cm

  • MD

    168cm - 180cm

  • LG

    178cm - 189cm

  • XL

    186cm - 199cm

Parts list

Components

Main components, grouped by system.

Bike components

Frame

Frame

NINER RDO CARBON FIBER, 140MM TRAVEL, GEO FLIP CHIP, RIB CAGE CONSTRUCTION, FULL SLEEVE CABLE ROUTING, ENDURO MAX BLACK OXIDE PIVOT BEARINGS

Suspension Fork

FOX 36 FLOAT FACTORY GRIP 2 EVOL, , HSC, LSC, HSR, LSR, KASHIMA COAT, 150MM, 110X15MM, 44MM OFFSET

Rear Shock

FOX FLOAT DPX2 FACTORY EVOL 3 POSITION W/ ADJUST, KASHIMA COAT

Drivetrain

Rear Derailleur

SHIMANO XT M8100 SGS 12SP

Front Derailleur

N/A

Shift Levers

SHIMANO XT M8100 12SP I-SPEC EV

Cassette

SHIMANO XT M8100 12SP, 10-51T

Crank

RACEFACE NEXT R CARBON 12SP, 32T

Bottom Bracket

73mm threaded

Chain

SHIMANO XT M8100 W/ QUICKLINK

Wheels

Rims

148x12mm

Tires

SCHWALBE HANS DAMPF EVO SUPER TRAIL TLE ADDIX SOFT 2.6

Brakes

Brakes

SHIMANO XT M8120, METAL PAD W/ FIN

Brake Levers

SHIMANO XT M8100

Disk Rotors

180/180 MT800 ROTORS

Cockpit

Stem

RACE FACE TURBINE R 40MM, 35MM CLAMP

Handlebar

RACE FACE NEXT R 800MM WIDE, 35MM RISE, 35MM CLAMP

Grips

NINER GRRRIPS L/O FLANGED SOFT COMPOUND

Headset

NINER INTERNAL ZS SHIS DESCRIPTION ZS44/28.6|ZS56/40

Seat

Saddle

NINER CUSTOM WITH CRN-TI RAILS, PRINTED NINER GRAPHIC

Seatpost

KS LEV SI (XS/S-100MM, M/L/XL-150MM)

Fit data

Geometry

Numbers for sizing and ride feel.

SizeSMMDLGXL
Wheels29"29"29"29"
Rider Min Height158 cm168 cm178 cm186 cm
Rider Max Height171 cm180 cm189 cm199 cm

About this model

RIP 9 RDO 29 – 4-STAR SHIMANO XT belongs to the Niner Rip model. Niner released 89 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Niner Rip bikes models from 2021, by clicking here.

Model range prices

Niner RIP 9 RDO 29 – 2-STAR SRAM SX EAGLE 2021 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 4400$. Niner RIP 9 RDO 29 5-STAR SRAM X01 AXS / FOX X2 LTD 2021 on the other hand costs 10050$, and is the most expensive model.

Safety

Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.

Average price for Trail bikes

If you want an acceptable Trail bike you should know that the average price is 2762$. However, even though the average price of a Trail bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.

When Niner released this model in 2021, its price was 6500$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that RIP 9 RDO 29 – 4-STAR SHIMANO XT price is 135.34% more expensive than the average cost of a Trail bike.

Average weight for Trail bikes

Trail bikes weigh an average of 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.

With a weight of 13.61 kg (30 lbs), Niner bike is slightly heavier than average. In conclusion, the average Trail bike weighs 4.85% less than RIP 9 RDO 29 – 4-STAR SHIMANO XT.

Internal Cable Routing

This bike has an internal cable routing. As a result, this helps to preserve the bike’s cables. No more cables around your bike.

RIP 9 RDO 29 – 4-STAR SHIMANO XT components

Fork

This bike has the Fox Factory Float 36 fork installed. The fork’s travel is 150mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.

Rear Shock

From the factory, it comes with the FOX FLOAT DPX2 FACTORY EVOL 3 POSITION W/ ADJUST rear shock model, which has a travel of 140mm. Bike rear shocks are a great way to increase comfort on the bike and give you more control when riding on technical trails. To sum up, always consider getting a bike that has a rear shock as well.

Wheels

When leaving the production line, the RIP 9 RDO 29 – 4-STAR SHIMANO XT model has 29″ aluminum wheels. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.

Brakes

Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Niner RIP 9 RDO 29 – 4-STAR SHIMANO XT is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.

Sizes

There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.

Dropper post

Every bike should have a dropper post, and this one does. Therefore, climbing or descending will be a breeze.