2021 Canyon

Grail CF SL 8

A carbon frame gravel bike with high-end components and hydraulic disc brakes.
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MSRP$3,199
Weight19.6 lbs  
FrameCarbon
SuspensionRigid
ForkCarbon
Wheels650b / 700c Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 11
GroupsetGRX 800
BrakesHydraulic Disc
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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

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38 mph

Grail CF SL 8

36 mph

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Spec Level

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Sizing
XXS

< 5'6"

XS

5'4" – 5'9"

SM

5'7" – 5'11"

MD

5'9" – 6'1"

LG

6'0" – 6'4"

XL

6'2" – 6'6"

XXL

6'4" +

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Reviews
Cycling News
Canyon Grail CF SL 7 eTap review

Jun 2022 · Aaron Borrill

Fast, balanced and versatile on almost any terrain, is the Canyon Grail the most complete gravel bike on the market?

Highs
  • Super fast on all terrain

  • Exceptional ride quality

  • Well-balanced handling manners

  • Unique handlebar assembly works

  • Relatively lightweight

  • Well priced thanks to the direct-sell model

Lows
  • Colourway not the most inspiring

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Cyclist
Canyon Grail CF SL 8 Di2 review

Mar 2022 · Paul Norman

Fast and well-specced gravel bike for milder off-road terrain

Highs
  • Fast ride

  • Quality components

  • Unique bars add comfort

  • Di2 groupset helps with shifting under load

Lows
  • Less compliance on the hoods than on the tops

  • Clearance and grip not that great with supplied tyres

  • Not the best long-hauler

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Outdoor Gear Lab
Canyon Grail CF SL 7

Jan 2022 · Jeremy Benson

The Canyon Grail CF SL 7 is a top-rated gravel bike with an even more impressive price tag. This lightweight carbon fiber framed bike brings a lot to the...

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Gran Fondo Magazine
The Canyon Grail CF SLX 8 eTap in review

Apr 2021 · By

A gravel bike in a road bike group test? Quite right! With the Canyon Grail CF SLX8, the direct to customer brand sends its stalwart gravel machine into the test. Is the upgrade to DT Swiss aero wheels enough to stand up to the competition? You can find all the answers here.

Highs
  • Comparatively high comfort

  • Well-chosen transmission

  • Mudguards available as standard

  • Versatility sensibly expanded with upgrades

Lows
  • Susceptible to crosswinds

  • Limited adjustability of cockpit

  • On-road abilities don’t extend to high-performance use

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Cycling Weekly
Canyon Grail:ON CF 8 eTap

Nov 2020 · James Bracey

Canyon's rapid gravel racer gets a power boost

Highs
  • Power delivery and battery range

  • Weight

  • Spec

Lows
  • Tyre choice not aggressive enough

  • Handlebar

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Bikerumor
Canyon Grail Gravel bikes gain new gearing options w/ Shimano 1x, SRAM wide range 2x

Aug 2020

Looking for a way to get out of town? Gravel bikes are a great way to escape, and Canyon just introduced the latest Grail...

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BikeRadar
Canyon Grail CF SL 8.0 eTap review

Apr 2020 · Warren Rossiter

The double-barred gravel speedster is one of our Gravel Bike of the Year 2020 contenders

Highs
  • Value-packed machine, awesome spec, stable handling on and off road

Lows
  • More front-end chatter than expected

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Cycling Tips
2020 Canyon Grail AL 7.0 gravel bike review: Big fun, small price - CyclingTips

Mar 2020 · Abby Mickey

While some gravel bikes are trying to be more like mountain bikes with drop bars, the geometry and look of the Canyon Grail AL 7.0 suggests that it is more of a road bike with extra tire clearance. Canyon doesn’t take many risks with this aluminum gravel bike, but is it actually any good? As […]

Highs
  • Excellent value, solid build kit, familiar handling.

Lows
  • Staid color scheme, the usual quirks of buying consumer-direct.

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Geometry
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Specs
Build
Frame

Canyon Grail CF SL Disc, Material: Carbon, Axle Dimension: 12 x 142 mm, Brake Mount: Flat Mount, Weight: 1040 g (M)

BB StandardBB86/BB92, Press Fit

ColorBlue / Black

Fork

Canyon FK0070 CF Disc, Material: Carbon, Steerer: 1 1/4", Axle Dimension: 12 x 100 mm, Brake Mount: Flat Mount

Bottom Bracket

Shimano Pressfit BB72, Pressfit BB86 road standard, compatible with 24 mm axles featuring Hollowtech 2 technology. Weight: 69 g

Saddle

Fizik Argo Tempo R5, Endurance saddle with pressure-relieving short-nose design. With compliant carbon-reinforced nylon shell & robust s-alloy rails.

Seatpost

Canyon S15 VCLS 2.0 CF, Material: Carbon, Setback: 13 mm / 25 mm, Technology: VCLS 2.0 | Fliphead, Weight: 220 g

TypeRigid

Pedals

None included

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano GRX RX810 GS, Gravel-specific rear derailleur. With adjustable chain stabiliser to prevent chain slap and chain drops. Max. cassette size: 34T.

Front Derailleur

Shimano GRX RX810, Gravel-specific derailleur with lighter operation and easier setup thanks to the new link construction and integrated cable tensioner., Max chainring gear range: 17T.

Crank

Shimano RX810, Gravel-specific crankset with gear ratios selected to preserve riding rhythm over rough surfaces with wider tires., Gearing: 48/31T, Crank arm length: 172.5 mm

Shifters

Shimano GRX RX810 2s | Shimano GRX RX810 11s

Cassette

Shimano Ultegra HG800 11-34 11s, High-end cassette., Gear range: 11-34T

Chain

Shimano HG701 11-speed, High-grade chain with premium SIL-TEC treatment on roller link plate and pin link plate for increased durability and efficiency.

Brakes

Hydraulic Disc

TypeHydraulic Disc

Brake Levers

Shimano GRX RX810 2s | Shimano GRX RX810 11s

Wheels
Rims

DT Swiss G1800 Spline db, Robust tubeless-ready aluminium front wheel designed for gravel riding., Rim depth: 25 mm, Inner rim width: 24 mm, Weight: 880 g, Hub type: DT Swiss 370 | DT Swiss G1800 Spline db SH11, Robust tubeless-ready aluminium rear wheel designed for gravel riding., Rim depth: 25 mm, Inner rim width: 24 mm, Weight: 1015 g, Hub type: DT Swiss 370, 3 pawl

Tires

Schwalbe G-One Bite 40 mm

Disc Rotors

Shimano RT800, Centerlock brake rotor featuring Ice Freeza technology. Weight: 125 g

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