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Grail CF SL 7
A carbon frame gravel bike with high-end components and shimano grx 600 hydraulic disc brakes.
Manufacturer Price
$2,699| Weight | 20.6 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Rigid |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 650b / 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 11 |
| Groupset | GRX 800, GRX 600 |
| Brakes | Shimano GRX 600 Hydraulic Disc |
< 5'6"
5'4" – 5'9"
5'7" – 5'11"
5'9" – 6'1"
6'0" – 6'4"
6'2" – 6'6"
6'4" +
Summary
The Canyon Grail is celebrated for its rapid ride, lightweight design, and exceptional value, making it a standout in the gravel bike category. Its unique handlebar assembly and well-balanced handling manners contribute to a versatile and fun riding experience. While it excels on mixed terrain, some reviews note limitations in tougher trail conditions and mud clearance.
Rapid ride
Lightweight design
Exceptional value
Unique handlebar assembly
Well-balanced handling
Limited mud clearance
Not ideal for tougher trails
Stiffer front end may not suit all riders
The Grail CF SL 7 eTap is well worth considering if you're looking for an extremely rapid, lightweight and agile gravel steed that's more forgiving than might first appear.
Bike PerfectIf I wanted to go bike adventure bikepacking, I’d surely pick a Grizl for the extra comfort. But when I want to go fast, it’s hard to beat the speedy feel of this new Grail.
BikerumorBarring the rather bland paint scheme, the Canyon Grail CF SL 7 eTap is a difficult gravel bike to fault.
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Oct 2023 · Cory Benson
Canyon's all-new Grail is reshaped as an aero gravel race bike with integrated storage, a more conventional cockpit, and more refined handling…
Apr 2023 · Richard Owen
We put one of Canyon's fast and light gravel bikes to the test and see how it rides outside its comfort zone
Rapid ride
Good value
Lightweight
Damped bar and seatpost
Seven frame sizes
Not the best on tougher trails
Jun 2022 · Aaron Borrill
Fast, balanced and versatile on almost any terrain, is the Canyon Grail the most complete gravel bike on the market?
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
Colourway not the most inspiring
Mar 2022 · Paul Norman
Fast and well-specced gravel bike for milder off-road terrain
Fast ride
Quality components
Unique bars add comfort
Di2 groupset helps with shifting under load
Less compliance on the hoods than on the tops
Clearance and grip not that great with supplied tyres
Not the best long-hauler
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...
Reasonably priced
Lightweight
Outstanding price to build ratio
Easy assembly
Proprietary handlebar
Limited handlebar adjustability and accessory compatibility
Nov 2020 · James Bracey
Canyon's rapid gravel racer gets a power boost
Power delivery and battery range
Weight
Spec
Tyre choice not aggressive enough
Handlebar
Oct 2020 · Benjamin Topf
The Canyon Grail AL 7.0 SL is one of our most tested bikes. After awarding it the Best Buy in our 2020 gravel bike group test, it now has to prove itself as a bikepacking rig. Does the Grail AL have everything it takes for big adventures?
Top spec for the money
Braking performance
Good gravel all-rounder
Lacking comfort
Lacking mounting points
Some welds look rudimentary
Chainring too big
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 […]
Excellent value, solid build kit, familiar handling.
Staid color scheme, the usual quirks of buying consumer-direct.
| Frame | Canyon Grail CF SL Disc Tire Clearance: 42c Colors: Sand; Forest |
|---|---|
| Fork | Canyon FK0070 CF Disc, Material: Carbon, Steerer: 1 1/4", Axle Dimension: 12 x 100 mm, Brake Mount: Flat Mount |
| Bottom Bracket | Token Ninja Lite BB4124, Weight: 83 g |
| Saddle | Fizik Argo Terra X5, Short-nose, pressure-relieving saddle., Shell material: carbon fibre-reinforced nylon., Rail material: S-alloy. |
| Seatpost | Canyon SP0043 VCLS CF, Material: Carbon, Setback: 20 mm, Technology: VCLS Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | None included |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano GRX RX810 GS |
|---|---|
| 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 | Rotor Canyon LTD, 46/30 |
| Shifters | Shimano RX600 2s | Shimano GRX RX600 11s |
| Cassette | Shimano HG700 11-34 11s |
| Chain | Shimano CN-HG601 11s |
| Brakes | Shimano RX600 2s | Shimano GRX RX600 11s Type: Shimano GRX 600 Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano RX600 2s | Shimano GRX RX600 11s |
| Rims | DT Swiss Gravel LN | DT Swiss Gravel LN SH11 |
|---|---|
| Tires | Schwalbe G-One R, 40mm |
| Disc Rotors | Shimano RT70 |
First added November 21
Last updated November 27
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