Ibis Cycles Inc. Silk Carbon

Price Paid:  $1400.00 at Castro Valley Cycler

Model Year:
2006

Favorite Ride:
June Lake loop with Tioga Pass to Tuolumne Meadows before the gate opens

Bike Setup:
Campy 2006 Record, Mavic Ksyrium ES, Easton Fork, Deda Alanera one piece bar and stem

Summary:
I switched from my trusty Merlin Extralight to this sweet-looking frame and haven't had a regret as of yet. The second week out I completed the Markleeville Death Ride with another frined on the same frame, both of us totally stoked on the performance. Since then, no issues, and lots of climbing here in Mammoth. I've hit 61 MPH coming down Tioga, and felt confident at that speed.

Strengths:
Smooth as silk, great handling at speed, beautiful lines, great finish, stiff rear triangle. Cheap price for a beautiful frame that performs.

Weaknesses:
Not heavy enought to get me up to my previous record of 65 MPH on Tioga Pass on my Merlin (may be due to new wheels not broken in).

Similar Products Used:
Merlin Extralight
Zinn custom steel

Price Paid:  $1650.00 at Dallas Bike Works

Model Year:
2006

Favorite Ride:
yes

Summary:
Built one of these up so I could describe the ride to customers. Used Campy/Stella Azurra build w/FSA Rd600 Wheelset.
The ride is unbelievable! The price is untouchable at 1650.00 w/Easton SLX and headset!
Super light weight. Buttery-smooth ride. Most surprising is the stiffness in the bottom bracket that transfers power right to the road.

Strengths:
Low cost. Boutique cache'

Weaknesses:
None yet.

Similar Products Used:
Felt F1., F2.