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Grizl CF SL 8
A carbon frame gravel bike with high-end components and shimano grx 800 hydraulic disc brakes.
Manufacturer Price
$3,199| Weight | 20.5 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Rigid |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 650b / 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 11 |
| Groupset | GRX 800 |
| Brakes | Shimano GRX 800 Hydraulic Disc |
< 5'6"
5'4" – 5'9"
5'7" – 5'11"
5'9" – 6'1"
6'0" – 6'3"
6'2" – 6'5"
6'3" +
- 5'10", size MD, Just right
- 5'9", size SM, Just right
- 5'9", size XS, Fits small
- 5'11", size MD, Fits large
- 6'2", size XL, Fits large
Summary
The Canyon Grizl is a versatile and comfortable gravel bike designed for adventure and bikepacking, with a smooth ride quality enhanced by features like the VCLS seatpost and ample tire clearance. It offers excellent handling on mixed terrain, though some may find the geometry or gearing less ideal for certain uses. Overall, it provides great value and is praised for its mounting options and robust build.
Smooth and comfortable ride quality
Ample mounting points for bikepacking
Versatile handling on various terrains
Good value for money
Wide tire clearance up to 50mm
Geometry may not suit all riders
Gearing optimized for speed over loaded climbs
Can be heavier than some alternatives
Limited suspension options or effectiveness in some builds
Some cable and accessory integration issues
The Grizl is hands down one the smoothest riding drop bar bikes I’ve ridden.BIKEPACKING.com
It’s got just about all the best bits of the carbon Grail with none of the weirdness or constraints imposed by the funky cockpit.
BikeRadarIt’s a rugged workhorse of a bike that somehow never seems to teeter too far in any one direction.
CyclistThe bike deservedly wins this test and is a glimpse into the future: gravel all-rounders will increasingly have active suspension – the performance says it all!
Gran Fondo MagazineFeedback?
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Mar 2023 · Cory Benson
Yes, this limited edition Canyon Grizl Throwback gravel bike isn't ashamed to admit that it's just a lightweight rigid 90s mountain bike!
Nov 2022 · Joseph Delves
A versatile aluminium gravel bike that’s on-trend without slavishly following fashion
Cheap
Versatile
Well thought-out
Fun
Not the lightest
Sep 2022 · Jeremy Benson
The Canyon Grizl 7 Suspension is a reasonably priced, top-rated gravel bike with an aluminum-frame. It shines on the descents and over rough surfaces...
Reasonable price
Suspension fork
Great on the descents and rough surfaces
Nice component spec
Comes in both carbon and aluminum frames and multiple builds
Fairly heavy
Longer reach
Fewer accessory mounts than rigid fork version
Jun 2022
What the hell is the difference between mountain and gravel bikes anyway?
Comfortable
Fast
Fun to ride
Excellent power transfer
Stable on high-speed descents
Versatile on mixed surfaces
Dropper post useful for technical terrain
Rudy fork is heavy, complex, expensive
Canyon spec'd a 1.25" steerer
Stock handlebars not ideal
Previous front derailleur was disliked
Dropper post lacks ride damping of original post
Mar 2022 · Paddy Maddison
Canyon is famous for delivering well-specified machines at competitive prices and its latest gravel/bike-packing rig is no different
More mounting points than you can shake a tent pole at
Confidence-inspiring handling
A lot of bike for the buck
Colour options won’t be for everyone
Weight
Feb 2022 · By
How does a modern, unsprung gravel all-rounder compare with suspension-equipped gravel and mountain bikes? We wanted to find out and included the Canyon Grizl CF SL 8 1by in our concept comparison. Find all the details and our conclusions here.
Bwilling acceleration and high speed on hardpack
Very good value for money
Plenty of mounts
High versatility of the frame platform
Cockpit ergonomics and compliance
Noisy due to rattling cables
Range of use limited by build compared to the competition
Oct 2021 · Zap Espinoza
ECONO-MONSTER GRAVEL HAS ARRIVED
Jul 2021 · Guy Kesteven
Grizl is the new adventure bike in Canyon’s gravel range, but how does it compare to the racier Grail and drop-bar all-rounders from other brands?
Excellent all-round balance
Impressively rapid and power happy
Rough smoothing ride
Stable without being dull
Super durable spec
Great direct delivery bike value
Potentially troublesome ThreadFit PF86 BB
Comes in a box, not from a shop
Luggage prices are higher due to Brexit
| Frame | Canyon Grizl CF SL, Versatile frame designed for maximum utility. Tyre clearance: 50 mm. Gravel Pro geometry for off-road stability & agility. Dropper post and suspension fork compatibility. 12 x 142 mm through axle. Weight: 1035 g (size M). Tire Clearance: 50c Color: Matcha Splash |
|---|---|
| Fork | Canyon FK0087 CF Disc, With 3-screw mounting points on each side. For attaching bottle cages & Anything Cages to pack tent, sleeping bag etc. 12 x 100 mm through axle. Flat mount disc brake. Weight: 430 grams (in size 700C). |
| Bottom Bracket | Token Ninja Lite BB4124, Weight: 83 g |
| Stem | Canyon V13, High-quality aluminium stem with square cross-sectional profile. A new handlebar clamp design increases torsional stiffness by up to 40%. Handlebar clamp diameter: 31.8 mm. Head tube diameter: 1 1/4". |
| Handlebar | Canyon HB 0050 Ergobar AL, Material: Aluminium, Shape: Ergo, Reach: 70 mm, Drop: 130 mm |
| Saddle | WTB Volt Steel, On certain models, this saddle may be substituted for an alternate, equivalent Selle Italia model., Potentially affected models include:, Grizl 6 (Model #2844), Grizl CF SL 6 (Model #3243), Grizl CF SL 7 (Model #3244), Grizl CF SL 7 1X (Model #2849), Grizl CF SL 8 (Model #2850) |
| Seatpost | Canyon S15 VCLS 2.0 CF, Material: Carbon, Setback: 13 mm / 25 mm, Technology: VCLS 2.0 | Fliphead, Weight: 220 g 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 | Shimano RX810, Gravel-specific crankset with gear ratios selected to preserve riding rhythm over rough surfaces with wider tires., Gearing: 48/31T |
| Shifters | Shimano GRX RX810, 2-speed, Gravel-specific left-hand shifter. Ergonomic design for improved comfort. Textured, anti-slip brake lever for more grip. With adjustable reach. | Shimano GRX RX810, 11-speed, Right-hand shifter with ergonomic design for improved comfort and textured, anti-slip brake lever for more control on bumpy terrain. Featuring adjustable reach. |
| Cassette | Shimano Ultegra HG800 11-34 11s, Gear range: 11-34T |
| Chain | Shimano CN-HG701 11s, High-grade chain with premium SIL-TEC treatment on roller link plate and pin link plate for increased durability and efficiency. |
| Brakes | Shimano GRX RX810, 2-speed, Gravel-specific left-hand shifter. Ergonomic design for improved comfort. Textured, anti-slip brake lever for more grip. With adjustable reach. | Shimano GRX RX810, 11-speed, Right-hand shifter with ergonomic design for improved comfort and textured, anti-slip brake lever for more control on bumpy terrain. Featuring adjustable reach. Type: Shimano GRX 800 Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano GRX RX810, 2-speed, Gravel-specific left-hand shifter. Ergonomic design for improved comfort. Textured, anti-slip brake lever for more grip. With adjustable reach. | Shimano GRX RX810, 11-speed, Right-hand shifter with ergonomic design for improved comfort and textured, anti-slip brake lever for more control on bumpy terrain. Featuring adjustable reach. |
| 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 |
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| Tires | Maxxis Rambler 45 mm |
| Disc Rotors | Shimano RT800, Centerlock brake rotor featuring Ice Freeza technology. Weight: 125 g |
First added August 1
Last updated January 22
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