2018 Canyon

Sender CF 9.0 Team

A 27.5″ carbon frame full suspension downhill bike with ultra high-end components.
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Manufacturer Price

$5,999
Weight35.7 lbs  
FrameCarbon
SuspensionFull, 200 / 200mm
ForkRockShox BoXXer
ShockRockShox Vivid Air R2C
Wheels27.5″ Aluminum
Drivetrain1 × 7
GroupsetX01
BrakesHydraulic Disc
SeatpostDropper
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easyextreme
Handling
nimblestable
Sender CF 9.0 Team
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Gearing

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

(climbing)

29 mph

Sender CF 9.0 Team

26 mph

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Highest gear

(descending)

Sizing
SM

5'2" – 5'8"

MD

5'6" – 5'11"

LG

5'10" – 6'3"

XL

6'1" – 6'7"

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Reviews
Vital MTB
2018 Canyon Sender CF 9.0 Team Bike

Jan 2019 · Bturman

The Sender's versatility and remarkable value made it a clear choice for 'Best in Test'

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BIKE Magazine
Canyon Introduces 2018 Sender AL

Dec 2017

Already consumer-friendly, Canyon Bicycles releases a more consumer-friendly alloy version of their Sender DH bike.

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BikeRadar
Canyon Sender CF 8.0 first ride review

Aug 2017 · Ed Thomsett

The lightweight carbon frame is combined with a fairly high-end parts spec to create a full package with an impressively light weight and equally impressive price (for a race-ready downhill bike). . .

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Loam Wolf
Review: Canyon Sender CF 9.0

Apr 2017

The Canyon Sender is one of the best downhill DH bikes on the market. We tested this carbon 27.5 DH bike for several months from Whistler to California.

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Dirt Mountainbike
Canyon Sender CF 9.0

Mar 2017 · Smurf

Canyon steps up into the big leagues

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Enduro Mountainbike Magazine
Canyon Sender CF 9.0 Review – When it’s time to go big, grab the right tool!

Jan 2017 · Ruben Torenbeek

Enduro bikes are the kings of versatility, just as happy cruising home trails as smashing bike park laps. However, to take a 160 mm bike to Champery, Val di Sole, or Verbier would be suicidal – sometimes you need more! It’s time to send it! Nine laps in, only halfway down the track and barely […]

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Revolution Mountain Bike Magazine
[R]eviewed: Canyon Sender CF 9.0

Dec 2016 · Dylan Prohm

Canyon operate on a direct-to-consumer distribution model, powered by the consumer purchasing a bike directly through the Canyon website and it then being sent directly to the consumers front door. Unlike most other major brands which distribute their bikes through a network of traditional bricks and mortar bike shops. Whilst it is easy to argue there are drawbacks for the consumer with the direct-to-consumer approach, this model does allow Canyon to reduce their margins which ultimately results in their bikes […]

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Geometry
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Specs
Build
Frame

Canyon Sender CF, Highly impact- and fatigue-resistant carbon main frame, Premium 6066 T6 aluminium rear triangle, Motocross-inspired MX Link, Geo Tune enables six distinct geometry settings by adjusting head angle and chainstay length, Long-lasting, smooth industrial bearings throughout, Protection at key points across frame keeps structure unharmed, SAG Monitor for simplified shock tuning, Sound-proofed Internal Cable and line Routing, Weight: Approx. 3795g (M)

Fork

RockShox Boxxer World Cup, 35 mm down tube, 20mm quick-release axle, Air suspension

Travel200mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

RockShox Vivid Air R2C, Dual Flow Adjust Damper with rapid recovery, Adjustability: Airpressure, external rebound adjustment, external low-speed compression

Travel200mm

Bottom Bracket

SRAM GXP

Headset

Acros DH

Stem

Canyon V22-16, Rise: 50 mm, Stem designed by Canyon, Compliant with Canyon Category 5 testing standards

Handlebar

Canyon H24-16 CF, Diameter: 31.8 MM

Saddle

Ergon SMD2

Seatpost

Canyon G5

TypeDropper

Pedals

none included

Grips

Ergon GD1

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

SRAM X01 DH, 7s, X-HORIZON™ limits horizontal movement to eliminate ghost shifting and reduce shift force, EXACT ACTUATION™ enables easy indexing with little need for adjustment, ROLLER BEARING CLUTCH™ and CAGE LOCK™ technology reduce derailleur bounce and chain slap without sacrificing precision.

Crank

SRAM X01 DH

Shifters

SRAM X01 DH, 7s, SRAM 1X™ X-ACTUATION™ for easy indexing and lasting shift accuracy, Highly adjustable trigger shift, ZERO LOSS™ technology for rapid changes, MatchMaker™ X compatible

Cassette

SRAM XG-795, 7s, XD™ driver body, X-DOME, Mini Block, Gradation: 10-12-14-16-18-21-24

Chain

SRAM PC-1110

Chain Guide

e.thirteen LG1+ | Bashguard | AL Backplate

Brakes

SRAM Code RSC

TypeHydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

Mavic Deemax DH

Tires

Maxxis Minion DHR II 3C Maxx Grip DW, 3C MaxxGrip | TR | EXO | 60 TPI, Redesigned, wider shoulder knobs for better cornering, Paddle-like center knobs for improved braking, Width: 2.4 inches

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