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2019 Canyon

Sender CF Frameset

A 27.5″ carbon frame full suspension downhill frameset.

Manufacturer Price

$2,999
Weight9.5 lbs (frame)  
FrameCarbon
SuspensionFull
ShockFox Float X2 Factory
Wheels27.5″
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Sizing
SM

5'2" – 5'8"

MD

5'6" – 6'0"

LG

5'10" – 6'4"

XL

6'2" – 6'7"

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Summary

The Canyon Sender is a highly regarded downhill bike, praised for its outstanding design, great suspension performance, and balanced handling. It offers a versatile ride suitable for technical trails and bike parks, with options for both aluminum and carbon-fiber frames. The bike's geometry and suspension make it easy to ride fast, and it's noted for its affordability and value for money.

Pros
  • Outstanding design and great suspension performance

  • Balanced handling and efficient use of travel

  • Affordable price tag and great value for money

  • Versatile design suitable for technical trail rides and bike parks

  • Adjustable geometry and chainstay length for playful ride

Cons
  • Handlebar is an odd shape

  • Struggles on slightly flatter, slower-paced trails

  • Stock front tire lacks grip

  • SRAM Guide brakes lacked power or consistency for extended descents

  • Mavic Deemax DH wheelset is uncomfortably loud

Key Quotes
The Canyon Sender CF 7.0 is a very balanced bike and was easy to ride confidently and quickly from the get-go.
BikeRadar logoBikeRadar
It’s a weapon for the world’s toughest DH tracks that wouldn’t make a bad figure under the feet of a World Cup racer.
Enduro Mountainbike Magazine logoEnduro Mountainbike Magazine
The Sender was a multi-dimensional stand-out in our group, able to handle any and all downhill/bike park terrain with aplomb.
Vital MTB logoVital MTB

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Bikerumor
Canyon Torque, Sender AL mountain bikes get fresh colors, new component packages

Oct 2020 · Jordan Villella

For 2021, Canyon will offer alloy models of its popular downhill gravity machines; the Torque and Sender. The Torque, built to the same “Category 5” standards as all Canyon DH bikes, and taking suspension cues from the Sender, the Torque is a gravity machine with a playful side. Built around a 27.5″ wheels, and spec’d […]

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Pinkbike
Canyon Release 2021 Torque and Sender AL Bikes

Oct 2020 · Daniel Sapp

2021 Torque and Sender models are now available on canyon.

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BikeRadar
Canyon Sender CF 7.0 review

Oct 2019 · Alex Evans

The Sender manages to calm the roughest and wildest tracks, and makes speed easily won

Highs
  • Fast, stable and controlled

  • Great spec

  • A true budget racer

Lows
  • Handlebar is an odd shape

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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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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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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Canyon Sender CF, Material: Carbon, Travel: 200 mm, Axle Dimension: 12 x 157 mm, Brake Mount: Post Mount 180

Shock

FOX FLOAT X2 Factory, Length: 240 x 75 mm

Headset

Acros AZX-227

Seatpost

SDG I-Beam

TypeRigid

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