Stunning performance right across the board from this versatile aero machine
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At just over 7kg the Canyon is no slouch off the line, so accelerating out of corners never feels like a drag, and when rolling, a hard kick on the pedals sees it surge forward without a waste of power anywhere. In between all of the fun bits you're going to find yourself on those road sections where the only part of you needing to add any input is your legs to turn the cranks. Aero bikes tend to be less forgiving in terms of comfort because of the large tube profiles, and that is true of the Aeroad compared with the Ultimate, for instance.
For added durability Canyon has also specced German-made bolts throughout the frame so that it can keep manufacturing close to home, which helps quality control. It has also gone for Torx T25 bolts rather than hex to reduce rounding of the bolt heads. If you remove the thru-axle handle you'll find a T25 tool on the end of it.
The top tube is wider at the head tube end, to increase front end stiffness, but it's a very slender frame from the front. Canyon doesn't go into specifics when it comes to the carbon fibre composite grades and lay-ups, but the CFR models use the highest level of the range while the CF SLXs use a lower level that balances weight and strength.
The stack and reach numbers equate to 560mm and 393mm respectively, giving a ratio of 1.42, highlighting its racing nature.This CFR AXS model is so called because the groupset on offer is SRAM's range-topping Red AXS which is electronic and completely wireless. It was only released a couple of months back and
SRAM has changed the layout of the components inside the brake lever and hood which has resulted in some very impressive braking power, allowing you to use just one finger should you so desire.Away from the groupset, the biggest difference about Canyon's race bikes compared with those from other brands is the adjustable handlebar, the PACE bar. It stands for Performance Adaptive Cockpit Ecosystem.
Bar height adjustment is possible by up to 20mm in 5mm increments, and the headset preload uses a T25 Torx, so you don't need the proprietary tool that you did for the previous Aeroad.. I've reviewed this separately and loved it, so much so that it follows me around from one bike to another.With a rim depth of 53mm and 58mm they cut through the wind well, and weighing just 1,420g they accelerate and climb very well indeed.
The CFR models are basically the same bikes as ridden by the Canyon-supplied pro teams, so aren't going to be cheap. The CFR Di2 withcosts £9,299, and includes a power meter and DT Swiss ARC 1100 Dicut wheels.
This is the most expensive model in the range, with the CFR Di2 coming in a bit cheaper. The CF SLX range is cheaper still, with builds including SRAM Rival and Force, and Shimano Ultegra Di2 and 105 Di2.Exceptional quality throughout, with a range of stylish paint jobs.The CFR uses a high-quality carbon fibre composite for the frame and fork, although Canyon doesn't specify exactly what grade that is.
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