2021 Norco Optic C Frame Kit vs 2023 Ibis Ripmo V2S
The XL is the Ibis Ripmo V2S size closest to your XL Norco Optic C Frame Kit. We match frame stack and reach. This is a geometry comparison, not a fit recommendation; stem, spacers, handlebars and saddle setup also affect your riding position.
What changes on the Ibis Ripmo V2S
Compared with the Norco Optic C Frame Kit in XL, the Ibis Ripmo V2S in XL places the top of the head tube at about the same height and 10 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 8 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- +2 mm
- About the same height
- Frame reach
- −10 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −8 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- −0.1°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- −5 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
Norco Optic C Frame Kit, XLIbis Ripmo V2S, XLDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Norco Optic C Frame Kit XL | Ibis Ripmo V2S XL | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 510 | 500 | −10 mm |
| Stack | 638 | 640 | +2 mm |
| Head tube angle | 65.0 | 64.9 | −0.1° |
| Seat tube angle | 76.0 | 76 | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 669 | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 440 | 435 | −5 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1275 | 1267 | −8 mm |
| BB height | 337 | 341 | +4 mm |
| Standover | 719 | 752 | +33 mm |
| Seat tube length | 485 | 483 | −2 mm |
| Head tube length | 130 | 120 | −10 mm |
| BB drop | not listed | 30 |
Differences are the Ibis Ripmo V2S minus the Norco Optic C Frame Kit. Full charts: 2021 Norco Optic C Frame Kit, 2023 Ibis Ripmo V2S.
Where each sits in its class
Norco Optic C Frame KitIbis Ripmo V2S
Each bike is ranked against the other trail bikes on Quiver, on frame geometry alone. Not your hand position or ride feel.
What each ships with
The stock build of each bike's first listed trim. Parts that match are dimmed.
| Part | Norco Optic C Frame KitC Frame Kit | Ibis Ripmo V2S |
|---|---|---|
| Rear shock | RockShox Super Deluxe DH Custom RC Ultimate | not listed |
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