2020 Canyon
Spectral AL 5.0
A 27.5″ aluminum frame full suspension enduro bike with high-end components.
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$2,899| Weight | 32.0 lbs |
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| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Full, 150 / 160mm |
| Fork | RockShox Pike Select |
| Shock | RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ |
| Wheels | 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | NX Eagle, Truvativ Descendant |
| Brakes | Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
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5'9" – 6'2"
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Oct 2021 · Travis Engel
When just releasing an aluminum version simply won't do
Oct 2021 · Travis Engel
When just releasing an aluminum version simply won't do.
Aug 2021 · McCoy
The rider most likely to fall in love with the Spectral is one who wants it all at a price you can’t beat
Jun 2021 · Spencer Astra
A one bike quiver is an attractive strategy for the budget-conscious mountain biker. Besides the obvious savings, owning a single bike means you’ll have less to keep track of when it comes to maintenance. Keeping up with suspension service intervals, brake pads and chain wear is easy with just one bike in the garage. Deciding which bike, among the hundreds of available options, to make your one-and-only is a more difficult equation. Canyon’s Spectral 29 CF 9 is described by the German company as a “true all-rounder for all off-road conditions.” For a rider like me who loves the simplicity of a bike that can handle just about anything, Canyon’s vision statement is one I can get behind. So, eager to see how the Spectral would fare on Bellingham’s diverse terrain, I put it through its paces—riding everything from ultra-fast low-angle trails that are common close to town, to steeper lines farther afield. Our test model arrived with 150 millimeters of progressive rear travel and a 150-millimeter RockShox Pike Ultimate fork. Before we go on, one important note regarding spec: Riders who purchase the Spectral 29 CF 9 in North America will receive a slightly different build kit with a Fox DPX2 shock and a slightly longer 160-millimeter Fox 36 Factory fork instead of the RockShox setup included on the bike I received for the purpose of this review. In my experience, bikes with around 150 millimeters of travel and more usually come with trade-offs, mainly in that they don’t pump or have the agility and efficiency of shorter travel models.
Jun 2021
The Canyon Spectral 29 brings big wheels to the beloved Spectral platform. It inspires heaps of confidence with its unapologetically modern geometry and a lively ride thanks to its excellent suspension. Although, its value isn't quite as great as what we've been spoiled with in the past. Canyon Strive CFR 9.0 Team 2019 review 2021 Specialized Stumpjumper Expert review Your complete guide to the 2021 Canyon mountain bike range Within Canyon's Spectral 29 range you'll find two general builds with four models to choose from with prices starting at £3,600 and topping out at £6,500.
Jun 2021 · Jeremy Benson
The Spectral 29 is the next step in the evolution of Canyon's popular Spectral trail bike. Rolling on 29-inch wheels with 150mm of rear-wheel travel, a...
Jun 2021 · Drew Rohde
The Canyon Spectral CF 29 is a competent bike that is a great option for riders who are looking for speed, confidence, and fun on the trails.
| Frame | Canyon Spectral AL, Material: Aluminium 6061, Axle Dimension: 12 x 148 mm, Brake Mount: Post Mount 180 Colors: Stealth; Super Red |
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| Fork | RockShox Pike Select, Travel: 160 mm, Technology: Charger RC, Axle Dimension: 15 x 110 mm Travel: 160mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Super Deluxe Select+ RT Travel: 150mm Spring Type: Air |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM Pressfit DUB |
| Stem | Race Face Ride |
| Handlebar | Race Face Ride Riserbar, Material: Aluminium, Rise: 20 mm |
| Saddle | SDG Fly MTN |
| Seatpost | Iridium Dropper Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | None included |
| Grips | Canyon G5 Flange |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM NX Eagle |
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| Crank | Truvativ Descendant 6K DUB 32T |
| Cassette | SRAM PG-1210 Eagle 11-50 12s |
| Chain | SRAM SX Eagle 12s |
| Brakes | SRAM Guide T Type: Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | RaceFace AR30 | RaceFace AR30 | Shimano MT400 SH11 |
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| Tires | MAXXIS Minion DHR II 2.4'', Casing: Exo, Compound: 3C Maxx Grip, Technology: Tubeless ready | "MAXXIS Aggressor 2.5""" |
| Disc Rotors | SRAM Centerline Rounded Edges, Disc Mount: Centerlock |
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