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Today’s DealsUltimate CF SL Frameset Mechanical
A carbon frame race frameset.
Manufacturer Price
€1,099($1,279)| Weight | 3.7 lbs (frame) |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c |
5'1" – 5'6"
5'4" – 5'9"
5'7" – 5'11"
5'9" – 6'1"
6'0" – 6'4"
6'2" – 6'6"
6'2" – 6'6"
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Summary
The Canyon Ultimate is a high-performance race bike praised for its lightweight, stiffness, and excellent handling. It offers a comfortable ride with a race-oriented geometry, making it suitable for both competitive racing and endurance rides. The bike's direct-to-consumer model provides top-tier performance at a competitive price.
Lightweight and stiff frame for excellent power transfer
Comfortable ride quality with race-oriented geometry
High-performance at a competitive price point
Excellent handling and stability in corners
Versatile for both racing and endurance rides
Aggressive geometry may be less comfortable for some riders
Disc brakes not legal in all racing scenarios
Some models may lack compliance compared to competitors
A smooth, fast, exciting road bike for a great price.Bicycling
Stiff, comfortable, fast, light... you name it, the Ultimate has it!
The Canyon Ultimate CF SL Disc 8.0 could be the best bike on the market under $3,000.
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Nov 2020 · Cory Benson
Canyon celebrates photographer Tino Pohlmann in LTD edition Ultimate CF SLX road bike. Plus there's a new RCC Ultimate for Rapha Club members!
Dec 2019 · Rupert Radley
We test the Canyon Ultimate CF SLX Disc 9.0 Aero, Canyon's lightweight allrounder with an aero twist
Stiff, comfortable, fast, light... you name it, the Ultimate has it!
It's personal, but I just can't get on with the Fizik saddle
Oct 2019 · Dan Cavallari
How good is the Cayon Ultimate CF Evo Disc? The only fault can be solved in two minutes. Dan Cavallari has the review of this lightweight superbike.

Sep 2019 · Riley Missel
It’s everything you want in a fast bike with a price tag that won’t make you cry.

Apr 2019 · Benjamin Topf
Alejandro Valverde rides his Canyon Ultimate CF SLX towards the World Champ title. But does the bike have what it takes to make you a World Champ?
Nimble acceleration
Price/performance ratio
Integration
Undefined handling
Strong seat post flex at full extension

Mar 2019 · Warren Rossiter
Canyon's hit a high note with the Ultimate CF SL's quality kit and rapid ride
Incredible spec, rapid handling and racy with it
The snappy steering won’t be to everyone’s tastes

Feb 2019 · Jack Sexty
Stunning all-round racer made even better with 12-speed shifting and superfast wheels

Mar 2018 · William Tracy
The Canyon Ultimate CF SL Disc 8.0 could be the best bike on the market under $3,000, or it could be the best bike period.
| Frame | Canyon Ultimate CF SL, Material: Carbon, Axle Dimension: 9 x 130 mm, Brake Mount: Rim Brake |
|---|---|
| Fork | Canyon F35 CF SLX, Material: Carbon, Steerer: 1 1/4", Axle Dimension: 9 x 100 mm, Brake Mount: Rim Brake |
| Stem | Canyon V13 |
| Seatpost | Canyon S13 VCLS CF, Material: Carbon, Setback: 15 - 35 mm, Technology: VCLS, Weight: 220 g Type: Rigid |
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Last updated September 7
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