Jibb LT V2.2 Frame Kit

Das Raaw Jibb LT ist ein absoluter Brecher! Auf den Hometrails ein gutes Training bergauf, dafür extremer Spaß bergab! Werde es zeitnah zum mullet umbauen, um es ein wenig wendiger zu bekommen. Ein wirklich formvollendetes Bike was vor keinem drop oder Steinfeld zurückschreckt.

I'm seriously impressed with the Jibb. What a bike.
I went with the LT version in XL, which suits my 1.85m frame and proportionally long legs well. The Jibb replaces a 2018 Guerrilla Gravity Smash — a bike with very similar reach and stack numbers, but a shorter 429mm chainstay and slacker 66° head angle (though I ran that frame with a -1° headset). From the first ride, the Jibb felt like a massive step forward: more refined, more efficient to pedal, and with far less pedal kickback than the GG ever managed.

The geometry really does the talking here. The head angle, combined with the longer chainstay and lower BB drop, creates a bike that feels planted and grippy in a way that's hard to overstate. That lower BB drop in particular puts you in the bike rather than perched on top of it — something that's always been a weak point for me given my height and leg length. The long chainstay and minimal kickback also do a great job of smoothing out square-edge hits, helping the bike flow through trail debris and maintain momentum rather than getting hung up.
For context, I've also been riding a high-pivot Deviate Highlander alongside the Jibb. The Highlander is a well-engineered machine, but the idler adds noticeable drag and demands real drivetrain attention. The Highlander's chainstay also grows under load, which introduced a subtle but real stability and weight-transfer quirk the Jibb simply doesn't have. Overall, I expect the Jibb to be easier to live with long-term — it climbs better in most conditions, pedals more efficiently, and those advantages more than offset the frame weight penalty.
One concern going in was the XL wheelbase. It did feel a touch long initially, but I adapted quickly and in practice it's only marginally longer than other bikes I've ridden.

Setup notes: I'm currently running a 35mm stem with a 50mm rise bar. I started with a 40mm rise bar, but with the 455mm chainstay the bike felt a bit dead when trying to pop or bunny hop. Switching to the 50mm rise woke it right up — a small change that makes a big difference with a longer rear end.
Suspension is an EXT Storia coil on the bearing shock pivots, and it is exceptionally smooth. I haven't tested it on truly gnarly chunk yet, but I've hit a few 1.5m drops and the lack of feedback through my feet is quietly confidence-inspiring. I've now got enough rides on the Jibb to have a real sense of what it is, and I'm very happy with it.

Next up I plan experimenting with the mullet setup, although i wish there were a way to push the rear travel to 150mm in that configuration.

After having my eye on this bike for quite some time, the updated version of the Jibb (V2.2) finally convinced me to buy it earlier this year: The UDH-compatible rear end and adjustable chainstay lengths now come as a complete package, and in my opinion, the standard 160-mm fork geometry is a perfect match for this bike. After a test run, I had made my decision.

Coming from a trail bike with a 140-mm fork and a shorter reach, switching to this bike is a noticeable improvement. The longer reach and increased travel have boosted my confidence and are now encouraging me to further develop my riding style. It feels balanced and has a solid character - which is partly due to its slightly higher weight, but also to the longer wheelbase. Despite this solid feel, the bike remains playful and also efficient when pedaling.

At 1.88 m tall, I’ve chosen frame size XL, which offers what I find to be an excellent balance between stability and agility. Most of my riding takes place on forest trails in Rhineland-Palatinate, where the terrain consists of a mix of sand, sandstone, roots, and occasional gravel paths. The hills typically range between 300 and 500 meters, so every ride offers a good mix of climbs and descents - the perfect terrain where the Jibb really shines.

When choosing this bike, I was particularly drawn to the aluminum frame and the practical, user-friendly design that makes component assembly straightforward. I really like how easy it is to install and to maintain. As one example, I think it’s extremely practical and time-saving that you can install the rear brake without having to open the hydraulic line. At the end, this leaves me with more time being out on the bike.

Component-wise, I went for a Fox Float X suspension in the rear, which I believe is very well suited for the terrain I’m riding the bike. In addition, I’ve mounted a Rockshox Lyrik fork and a SRAM GX Eagle Transmission derailleur (crankset 170mm, 30t); in case of the latter, the recommended setup parameters for the Jibb are conveniently available on the SRAM support page. The ability to choose the individual components based on my own preferences, as well as taking advantage of some discounts, I see as another benefit of buying just the frame.

Looking ahead, I may explore the optional mullet configuration, but for now, I am very happy with the 29-inch wheel setup on both axles. It’s the do-it-all bike I really enjoy to take out on rides in my spare time.

And I really like to thank the RAAW team for their consistent and timely responses to all of my inquiries, I’ve appreciated it!

Das Bike ist fantastisch. Alles ist durchdacht und auf Langlebigkeit ausgelegt. Jedes Feature spiegelt einen Teil meiner Arbeit wieder.

Amazing quality and a personal buying experience. Love everything about it and can only recommend.

Only one ride in so far..
But feels, at the same time, super composed and drifty in the corners - cool feeling..

Coming from a single pivot bike, there is some getting use to the Horst-link suspension - It’s not so responsive pedaling on flat terrain I think - but a lot more support on landings and in the rough.

Looking forward to spending more time with it.

Ich bin mittlerweile einige Räder gefahren und bisher war mein Nomad 2019 mein absoluter Favorit, der nun leider durch das Jibb V2 verdrängt wird: weniger Federweg, schwererer Alurahmen… blabla alles Quark - wie sich schnell herausstellen sollte: aus dem Komponentenpaket eines anderen Bikes aufgebaut, wurde das Rad gleich nach der ersten Fahrt zum absoluten Favoriten. Ich bin nur 168cm groß und der S-Rahmen passte mir wesentlich besser als das Nomad! Länger, laufruhiger und immer noch verspielt. Perfekt. Übrigens auch super easy aufzubauen. Einfach nur empfehlenswert!

Debated for many months over a Madonna V3 or a Jibb V2. I enjoy a varied mixture of riding; steep rough gnarly trails, flowy fast trail riding, even some long days pedaling through rolling XC trails in the Canadian Rockies and interior BC. I wanted something that could fit that mix of my riding preferences without switching between 3 different bikes day to day, as 60-70% of my riding is in that blue / black enduro / trail section of the MTB world.
When I learned of the LT version of the Jibb V2 with 160/141 I was convinced this would be that great balance I needed in a bike, or I thought anyways...still unsure after many years on a 170/170 or 170/160 enduro.
So I took the risk and ordered it. Started procuring the parts needed to build my mini enduro trail ripper and built it up.

First ride at the local towns mini flow trail park. For some context, I generally dislike these local trails as i find them tame, poorly built and with a sandy loamy round rock soil that doesn't always ride well, but unthaws quickly after our Canadian winters. Almost instantly on the first run, i knew i made the right choice, smooth, FAST, grippy, quiet and buttery. Pedaled so well on the short punchy climbs.
I knew if it felt good here, it had to be amazing on proper trails, right??
A few weeks later and many more rides on proper Rocky mountain trails, and i am more in love than before.
Smooth, fast, blasting through rough, rocky descents, but still flows well on tamer trails and supportive in the climbs, so surprisingly playful and fun, just so good.
If you are like me and was worried the Madonna will be too much bike for everything besides the 10% of super aggressive trails or bike park days on you rides and the standard Jibb is just a bit too light on the travel for what you are wanting out of a bike.
Seriously consider the Jibb V2 LT. You won't be disappointed, truly the best of both worlds and very excited to ride this bike, race this bike and put many hours and Km's on it this summer and know Raaw's quality and design, many years moving forward of riding.
Thanks Raaw, keep up the good work

I bought the Jibb V2 after a long online research and multiple comparisons (but it's part of the pleasure and the processus, don't you agree?). Owning a Commençal Meta SX V4, a Marin Alpin Trail E2 and a Cotic Solaris MAX, I wanted something in between: full sus, for sure, but not a sledge like the Commençal and the Marin.

I wanted a bike that could really go down anything, but that could also go up and not feeling heavy like a dead donkey (french expression). I think the Jibb is the perfect tool for that. It's giving confidence on the descents that I ride - again: steep, technical, rocky chunky stuff, but is very capable uphill. My project was to use clipless pedals again... ;)

And the Jibb V2 rocks!

Theres a lot of XC bikes out there. Some of them are quite exciting, on steroids if you want, capable to go downhill, but most of them are internal routed carbon frames, that you ride in fear of scratching them or breaking them. And: they are mostly conceived to go uphill (weight shaving -> fragility). I wanted the mini enduro feel, the aluminium durability, and long days in the saddle.

The Jibb is on the heavy part of the spectrum, but ... heavy is reliable. And it has 29er wheels. First I was skeptical (owning two mullets) but after 300 km I must admit: I now understand Ruben's enthusiasm for the 29 inch wheels. In the descents, the only thing you notice will be your bottom rubbing against the rear wheel reminding you the size of the wheelset - but in the uphills, you'll find yourself flying over technical bits.

The Jibb V2 is well balanced (for me), is very precise in the downhills - a scalpel -, even sometimes forgiving. I don't feel it "jibby" though, but for me it is jibby enough in comparison with my other bikes. I'm very happy with the bike.

Another thing to consider: the raaw website is very well done. A lot to read, useful infos. For me, it's a must to sell bikes - especially frames, because you want to know every details.

And last point: the Jibb V2 is a beauty. Choose raw aluminium.

Meeeega!!!

Incredible bike with great geo and adjustability. I highly recommend this bike! Raww as a company left me impressed with their high level of support and appreciation for sustainability.

This Jibb V2 LT replaces my Madonna V1 from 2019 and I was able to take over some stuff I like my loved XTR brakes. With 185cm I choosed size L with a 50mm stem and a cut to 770mm handlebar again. If I unmount tool, Garmin and bottle, it weighs 15.7kg (many thanks to the light winter tires)
My current winter suspension setup corresponds to RAAW recommendations for ready-to-ride 90kg. So unpack and drive off which I highly appreciate.
The Madonna worked in this mode for 5 years without forcing me to interrupt my passion with involuntary services.
I love the look of my new Jibb with all details but for me the real value is the trust for 5 years just having fun.

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Matthias

In my opinion building a bike from the frame up is the best way to do it. I was fortunate to build up my dream bike. The second I saw the RAAW Jib V2 I knew that had to be the frame. The bike rides as it was intended. I went with the LT version and couldn’t be more happy. I live in Ontario Canada, so we have lots of short punchy climbs and steep downs, lots of tech. The Jibb just flys through it all. It’s my one and only bike, perfect for trips to the North Shore, and also for my local trails. Couldn’t be happier with RAAW’s support, they answered all my questions in the lead up to the purchase and even after the purchase as well. The frames construction is also top notch. Would 100 percent recommend anyone on the fence to just pull the trigger you won’t be disappointed.

I love my Jibb V2 so far. Super composed. Grip for days. Makes me feel invincible!

Very good. I choose this bike because of the trail segment sudpension and that it.s a actually a biy of an mini enduro bike. Does all the trails, climbs and jumps which i do in the mtb sport. Perfect for me and not a bike which is to much like an full hardcore enduro bike

Having owned the V2 Madonna before this I knew to expect great things from this bike, but I didn’t expect it to be as capable and fun as it’s. This bike is so snappy and capable it blows my mind!

I 100% recommend this to anyone looking for a bike that you can charge & have fun on the downs but still climbs like a beast.

I will continue to buy RAAW products again and again!