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Today’s Deals2020 Canyon
Ultimate CF SLX Disc Frameset Mechanical
A carbon frame race frameset.
Manufacturer Price
$2,750| Weight | 4.0 lbs (frame) |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c |
5'2" – 5'6"
5'4" – 5'9"
5'7" – 5'11"
5'9" – 6'1"
6'0" – 6'4"
6'2" – 6'6"
6'4" – 6'9"
- 5'11", size MD, Just right
- 5'10", size SM, Just right
- 5'6", size XS, Just right
- 5'11", size MD, Just right
Summary
The Canyon Ultimate is a high-performance race bike praised for its lightweight, stiffness, and comfort, offering excellent value for money. It features a balanced handling and a smooth ride quality, making it a favorite among competitive cyclists. Despite its aggressive geometry, it remains surprisingly comfortable, with some models undercutting the UCI weight limit.
Lightweight and stiff frame for high performance
Excellent handling and stability in corners
Comfortable ride quality for a race bike
Great value for money with high-end components
Direct-to-consumer pricing reduces costs
Aggressive geometry may not suit all riders
Some models have slightly dull handling
Limited adjustment options in cockpit components
Press fit BB and narrow rims on some builds
A smooth, fast, exciting road bike for a great price.Bicycling
The Ultimate CF SL remains impressively competitive with the latest offerings on the market, and manages to strike a wonderful balance of low weight, stiffness, and comfort that some others haven’t quite mastered yet.
Cycling TipsThe Canyon Ultimate CF SL Disc 8.0 could be the best bike on the market under $3,000.
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May 2020 · David Arthur
Highly capable road bike for road races, gran fondos or just fast and comfortable summer rides
Value for money
Stiff and light
Comfortable
Aero handlebar limits easy fit adjustment
Starting to show its age compared to more modern rivals
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.
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
Feb 2019 · Jack Sexty
Stunning all-round racer made even better with 12-speed shifting and superfast wheels
Jun 2018 · Cory Benson
First seen back in 2016, Canyon's disc brake Ultimate carbon road bike slots in extra space for wider tires along with improved braking for the lightweight race bike. True to its name, there is a lot to like with the fast, yet comfortable carbon bike that we rode up mountains & over mixed road surfaces.
May 2018 · Aoife Glass
Built for speed and efficiency, with a dose of comfort and a whole lot of style. Buy if you want a race bike that's built around the same high-quality carbon frame as ridden by the Canyon//SRAM pro team, and/or are looking for a race-ready bike for smaller riders
Quality race-focused design and spec
Large gear range adds versatility
Efficient power transfer for noticeable acceleration
Range of sizes at the small end
Integrated seat clamp can be fiddly to access, limited tyre choice for 650b wheel size options
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 SLX Disc, Material: Carbon, Axle Dimension: 12 x 142 mm, Brake Mount: Flat Mount |
|---|---|
| Fork | Canyon F38 CF Disc, Material: Carbon, Steerer: 1 1/4", Axle Dimension: 12 x 100 mm, Brake Mount: Flat Mount |
| Seatpost | Canyon S13 VCLS CF, Material: Carbon, Setback: 15 - 35 mm, Technology: VCLS, Weight: 220 g Type: Rigid |
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Last updated April 26
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