Momsen Vipa Build & Review

[Iwan Kemp]

For those interested in a demo, I noticed this on Facebook.

 

[Slowbee]

oh stop it you ..... you just want a third force salary for Christmas ... oh yes, by the way, I need some arizone grips like you/we/I had on the Racer X. They need replacing. Maybe you have alternatives ?

[gummibear]

For all you VIPA fans, here's is Victor himself at a local race in P.E yesterday on his VIPA.

 

 

Great to see Victor back on a bike again.He fell his leg in it's moer a few years back.

[Iwan Kemp]

oh stop it you ..... you just want a third force salary for Christmas ... oh yes, by the way, I need some arizone grips like you/we/I had on the Racer X. They need replacing. Maybe you have alternatives ?

 

You read me like a audio book! Will do a hunt for you. Black with blue lock ons?

[Slowbee]

You read me like a audio book! Will do a hunt for you. Black with blue lock ons?

those be the ones .. have grips improved at all that I might need to consider others ?

[Iwan Kemp]

Hmmm...personal preference. Have since changed to ODI Rogue grips.

 

1. They are readily available

2. They have a bit more squish without being soft

3. Extra rubber makes for a grip that is identical in diameter to GripShifts. Nice and tidy.

 

Have you spend time on a 29er? Why not take my Vipa for a week or three, ride it like you stole it and while you're doing that I'll be over here going through your stuff see / feel if the grips work for you.

[davetapson]

Mr Crow

 

I see you reckon that the Vipa falls in the top 3 of it's kind. Can you compare it to a Pyga oneten29, or is it just a different beast completely..?

[Iwan Kemp]

From the off the Pyga is definitely more trail focused. The way I have the Vipa build and set up it is more than trail capable and have a bit of fun dialled in, but not to the point where I would say it's a trail 29er. 80mm is still only 80mm.

 

Vipa Pros

• It is a lighter by a fair margin (almost 1kg in the frame!) which helps when doing longer rides and tougher climbs.
  
• Stealth Dropper Post routing
  
• More capable than it's 80mm would suggest
  
• I remember the Pyga to be a little slower on turn in than the Vipa. Could be HA or the aid of the 51mm off set fork I have on the Vipa. But then again I have a longer fork on the Vipa than was intended so has be down to overall handling of the bike.
  

One10 Pros

• Slacker HA makes for a more confidence inspiring bike on the downs
  
• Solid frame will last longer if you're riding aggressive trails weekend after weekend and do lots of drops and jumps
  
• Extra weight bossts confidence in heavy, bigger terrain
  

Really enjoyed the Pyga when I rode it. If you're planning on heavier trails it would be the wiser choice. Maybe also if it's your only bike and, again, you're planning some big riding.

 

For me the Vipa makes more sense cause I have a HDR as well which means there's less of an overlap between the two bikes, but I still have a 29er that is every bit as fun when riding single track.

 

Aren't you the proud owner of a HD?

[Slowbee]

Hmmm...personal preference. Have since changed to ODI Rogue grips.

 

1. They are readily available

2. They have a bit more squish without being soft

3. Extra rubber makes for a grip that is identical in diameter to GripShifts. Nice and tidy.

 

Have you spend time on a 29er? Why not take my Vipa for a week or three, ride it like you stole it and while you're doing that I'll be over here going through your stuff see / feel if the grips work for you.

I have heard this one before. Sounds like you are almost ready to sell again and try something new......

Pm me your best price ...

[Iwan Kemp]

I have heard this one before. Sounds like you are almost ready to sell again and try something new......

Pm me your best price ...

 

He he. No hidden agendas, no ulterior motives...just one bike enthusiast lending his bike to another.

[Steven Knoetze (sk27)]

I'm also an enthusiast..............

[ScottCM]

I'm also an enthusiast..............

 

LOL, nice try bud

[Steven Knoetze (sk27)]

LOL, nice try bud

 

It was worth a try, haven't been shot down yet.....

[ScottCM]

It was worth a try, haven't been shot down yet.....

 

Definately worth a try, like i always say, there are only two answers, a yes or a no.

[Iwan Kemp]

I'm also an enthusiast..............

 

If you can get yourself to Cape Town you are more than welcome to give it a go. I'll drop you off afterwards at the nearest, convenient Momsen dealer...

[awesme]

... you = devil's spawn...

 

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If you can get yourself to Cape Town you are more than welcome to give it a go. I'll drop you off afterwards at the nearest, convenient Momsen dealer...