Jank Link +13mm
- Chainstay Length +13mm
- BB drop -3mm
- HTA slacker by .5°
- -4mm reach +4mm stack
- +3 to 5mm rear travel (depending on Ripley vs. Ripmo)
- Added chainring clearance allows 52mm chainline.
- Machined/EDM from 7076-T6 aluminum
Jank Link +8mm - Preorder Closes Dec 15th - Ships ~Dec 31st
- Chainstay Length +8mm
- No other geo changes
- +1 to 3mm rear travel (depending on Ripley vs. Ripmo)
- Added chainring clearance allows 52mm chainline.
- Machined/EDM from 7076-T6 aluminum
*Both Length Links Require a 29er rear wheel with flip chip in 27.5 setting.*
The bb height difference on the +13mm is small, enough that you can easily make up for it with how you set your sag. In fact the stock, size small Ripmo has a lower bb *stock* than an XL Ripmo has with the +13mm Jank Link!
You can also use an offset bushing, longer fork, or steepen the bike with an angleset to bring the BB up further if you prefer the feel of a higher BB but still want the +13mm Jank Link. If in doubt, reach out!
It’s also possible to get your reach back by rolling your bars forward ~0.5 degrees or going to a 44mm stem from a 40.
I was loving the versatility of my Ripmo v3, but after some Open Enduro World Cup, Morzine and Whistler riding, I wanted to experiment with longer chainstays to increase stability without losing front tire grip. Paging Brian Cahal...
After a few months of calculating geometry, kinematics, prototypes, and ride testing, I'm proud to introduce the Jank Link. This limited run of 20 links extends the chainstay length by +13mm, so on my XM ripmo that puts the CS length at 449mm. It also slightly lowers the bottom bracket -3mm, and slackens the head angle by .5 degrees. The leverage curve is also slightly adjusted, meaning I recommend about 2.5-5% increase in shock pressure to start. I chose to push things a bit with this link because I wanted to dial in the whole geometry package to my preference.
Compatability: Ripmo V3, Ripley V5, Ripmo/Ripley AF V2, HD6 (pending)
HD6 compatibility is also a possibility. Reach out if interested.
