2020 Canyon

Spectral WMN AL 4.0

A 27.5″ aluminum frame full suspension women’s trail bike with upper mid-range components.
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MSRP€1,899 (about $2,087)
Weight32.2 lbs  
FrameAluminum
SuspensionFull, 140 / 150mm
ForkFox Rhythm Float 34
ShockFox Float DPS Performance
Wheels27.5″ Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 11
GroupsetXT, SLX
BrakesHydraulic Disc
SeatpostDropper
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Handling
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Spectral WMN AL 4.0
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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)

25 mph

Spectral WMN AL 4.0

26 mph

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Highest gear

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Sizing
XXS

< 5'3"

XS

5'1" – 5'6"

SM

5'4" – 5'10"

MD

5'8" +

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Reviews
Beta
Canyon Introduces 27.5, Alloy, Mixed-Wheel, and Kids Spectral Models

Oct 2021 · Travis Engel

When just releasing an aluminum version simply won't do

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VeloNews
Canyon introduces 27.5, alloy, mixed-wheel, and kids Spectral models

Oct 2021 · Travis Engel

When just releasing an aluminum version simply won't do.

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Mountain Bike Action
BIKE TEST: CANYON SPECTRAL 29 CF TRAIL BIKE - Mountain Bike Action Magazine

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

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Freehub
Bike Review | Canyon Spectral 29

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.

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Outdoor Gear Lab
Canyon Spectral 29 CF 7

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...

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Loam Wolf
Review: Canyon Spectral 29 CF 8

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.

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2021 Canyon Spectral 29 LTD

Mar 2021

Doctor spec on a dentist budget?

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Bike Perfect
Canyon Spectral 29 CF8.0 review

Jan 2021 · Guy Kesteven

It’s taken a while for Canyon to roll out a 29er version of its all-round trail bike, but our test team reckons it’s definitely been worth the wait

Highs
  • Flat-out-fast geometry

  • Impeccable suspension balance

  • Excellent high-control kit

  • The quietly damped ride feel

  • Forgiving yet seriously fast

  • Practical detailing

  • Lighter RockShox options

Lows
  • Smooth rather than sharp ride feel

  • Rear brake pad rattle

  • Direct sell not shop supplied

  • If possible go for the CF9 for lighter weight

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Geometry
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Specs
Build
Frame

Canyon Spectral WMN AL, Material: Aluminium 6061, Travel: 140 mm, Axle Dimension: 12 x 148 mm, Brake Mount: Post Mount 180

BB StandardBB86/BB92, Press Fit

Fork

FOX 34 Rhythm, Travel: 150 mm, Technology: GRIP, Axle Dimension: 15 x 110 mm

Travel150mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

FOX FLOAT DPS Performance, Length: 210 x 55 mm

Travel140mm

Spring TypeAir

Bottom Bracket

Shimano Pressfit BB-MT500

Stem

Iridium

Handlebar

Iridium Riserbar, Material: Aluminium, Rise: 15 mm

Saddle

SGD Allure

Seatpost

Iridium Dropper

TypeDropper

Pedals

None included

Grips

Lock-On

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Deore XT M8000 SGS

Front Derailleur

Shimano SLX M7020

Crank

Shimano MT600 34/24

Shifters

Shimano SLX M7000 2/3s | Shimano SLX M7000 11s

Cassette

Shimano SLX M7000 11-42 11s

Brakes

DB SHIM MT401 800 L PM bk | DB SHIM MT401 1600 R PM bk

TypeHydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

Mavic EN427 | Shimano MT400, Rim Material: Aluminium, Inner Width: 27 mm | Mavic EN427 | Shimano MT400 SH11, Rim Material: Aluminium, Inner Width: 27 mm

Tires

MAXXIS Minion DHR II 2.4'', Casing: Exo, Compound: 3C Maxx Grip, Technology: Tubeless ready | MAXXIS Forekaster 2.35'', Casing: Exo, Compound: 3C Maxx Speed

Disc Rotors

Shimano RT10, Disc Mount: Centerlock

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