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Ibis Exie size XL, XT build, mint condition - $3,000 (menlo park)
Sharon Park Dr near Monte Rosa
bicycle type:
mountain
frame size:
XL
wheel size:
29 in
bicycle frame material:
carbon fiber
suspension:
frame and fork (full suspension)
brake type:
disc (hydraulic)
electric assist:
none
condition:
excellent
make / manufacturer:
Ibis
model name / number:
Exie VT
serial number:
XFHD0237XL
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This is a fast, well balanced XC bike that was ridden to a silver medal in the last Olympics. It’s a top pick of Ibis employees for the redwood forest trails in Santa Cruz. After riding three flex-stay bikes (Specialized Epic 8, Santa Cruz Blur TR and Cervelo ZFS-5 120), I bought the Exie for its relaxed fit, the ride feel and uphill traction of its DW suspension, and the downhill stability of its longer wheelbase. Online reviews say “super fun XC race bike, best climbing bike ever ridden, lively, fast acceleration, smooth on small bumps, high traction, forgiving, nimble, excellent cornering and downhill stability, good fit for tall riders, a rocket ship" (BikersEdge), “active, supple suspension, stable and predictable, planted ride feel” (FeedTheHabit) and “some sort of magic going on with the DW link suspension... a lot of riders are going to fall in love with this bike” (PinkBike).
The bike weighs 28 lbs in this XL build with 32 spoke alloy wheels and pedals. The flex-stay bikes I demo'ed weighed 27.5 lbs (ZFS-5 120) to 29 lbs (Epic 8) in size XL with alloy OE wheels and pedals. In comparison, my hardtail weighs 22 lbs. The Exie and hardtail are equally fast climbing groomed trails. The Exie climbs faster on technical trails (more traction) and is always faster downhill (more stable, better control).
Regarding sizing and fit, I’m 6’3” with a 34” inseam. The fit feels longer than the other bikes I demo'ed, but less so than I expected from the long reach spec, just more relaxed and comfortable. With the setup shown in the photos, the bar-seat distance (handlebar center to front of seat) is 22¾” with the dropper fully extended. Personally I rely on this fit measurement more than reach, because reach is a frame spec that doesn’t always predict how a bike fits with your overall setup. For example, the reach on the Exie is longer than my hardtail (519 vs 484mm), but the fit feels the same on both and they have the same bar-seat measurement.
The price is firm (below market) and the sale is final. It’s available for pickup in Menlo Park CA or it can be packed and shipped at buyer’s expense. If you want it shipped, my local bike shop can pack it for $150 and your shipper can pick it up at their shop in Palo Alto CA 94306. Please get a shipping quote from BikeFlights or your preferred shipper for a 62 x 13 x 32 inch box that weighs 40 lbs. Thank you.