2022 Canyon Grizl CF SLX 8 eTap Suspension
A carbon frame gravel bike with high-end components and hydraulic disc brakes.
| MSRP | $6,499 |
|---|---|
| Spec Level | |
| Weight | 20.8 lbs |
| Suspension | Hardtail |
| Travel | 30mm front |
| Frame | Carbon |
| Fork | RockShox Rudy Ultimate XPLR |
| Wheels | 700c Carbon |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 Electronic |
| Groupset | Force XPLR eTap, Force eTap |
| Brakes | Hydraulic Disc |
1 × 12 — 12 speed
Grizl CF SLX 8 eTap Suspension
Similar Bikes
The Grizl CF SLX 8 eTap Suspension is easier to ride up hills than similar bikes.
The Grizl CF SLX 8 eTap Suspension won‘t keep up with similar bikes while riding downhill or sprinting.
Based on build material and quality level of the frame, fork, wheelset, groupset, suspension system, and more. Learn more »
Joseph DelvesNov 2022
A versatile aluminium gravel bike that’s on-trend without slavishly following fashion
Cheap
Versatile
Well thought-out
Fun
Not the lightest
Jeremy BensonSep 2022
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
Tobias HörschMay 2022
We already know that the Canyon Grizl is a solid and versatile gravel bike. That means the main question is how adding a suspension fork affects performance. That's why the Grizl CF SLX 8 eTap Suspension with its Rudy suspension fork and SRAM Force electronic groupset had to prove itself in direct comparison to 18 of the best gravel bikes of the year.
Best comfort in test
Widest range of applications
Intuitive, very fun handling
Incredible price-performance ratio
Too little flare in the drops
Not as clean visually as its unsuspended relatives
Paddy MaddisonMar 2022
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
Zap EspinozaOct 2021
ECONO-MONSTER GRAVEL HAS ARRIVED
Aug 2021
Canyon Grizl to be one of the first gravel bikes transformed for off-road adventure with SRAM's complete XPLR gravel group & suspension fork!
Guy KestevenJul 2021
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?
Miles ArbourMay 2021
Released today, the Canyon Grizl is a new drop-bar gravel bike with clearance for 700 x 50mm tires, lots of mounting points, and features that cater to long days in the saddle. We’ve been testing out the Grizl CF SL 8 build prior to today’s release, equipped with a set of co-branded Apidura bags, to discover what it does best. Find our review here...
Impressively smooth thanks to high-quality carbon and VCLS seatpost
Lightweight and fast
Fork mounts, downtube mounts, and lots of frame bag space
Apidura collab bags are a nice touch
Huge size range from XXS to XXL
Low stack and long reach won’t be for everyone
Gearing optimized for speed, not great for loaded climbs
1 ¼” steerer
< 5'11"
5'9" – 6'1"
6'0" – 6'3"
6'2" – 6'5"
6'3" +
| Frame | Canyon Grizl CF SLX, Superlight frame that combines outstanding utility, versatility, and performance. 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: 955 g (size M). Tire Clearance: 50c Color: Kale Smash |
|---|---|
| Fork | Rock Shox Rudy Ultimate, High-end suspension fork purpose-built for gravel riding., Air spring: RockShox Solo, Damper: RockShox Charger Race Day, Tyre clearance: 50 mm, Travel: 30 mm |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM Pressfit RED DUB |
| 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 HB0063 |
| Saddle | Fizik Argo Terra X5, Short-nose, pressure-relieving saddle., Shell material: carbon fibre-reinforced nylon., Rail material: S-alloy. |
| Seatpost | Canyon S15 VCLS 2.0 CF, Material: Carbon, Setback: 13 mm / 25 mm, Technology: VCLS 2.0 | Fliphead, Weight: 220 g |
| Pedals | None included |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM Force XPLR eTap AXS, 12-speed, Wireless derailleur with proven eTap shift logic, AXS connectivity, and advanced chain management. 1-by-specific design. |
|---|---|
| Crank | SRAM Force 1 40T, 12-speed, High-performance single-chainring crankset. Crank arm length: 172.5 mm (size M). Chainring size: 40T. |
| Shifters | SRAM Force eTap AXS HRD 2s, Left-hand shifter. With wireless shifting, contact point adjustment, reach adjust. | SRAM Force eTap AXS HRD 12s, Right-hand shifter. With wireless shifting, contact point adjustment, reach adjust. |
| Cassette | SRAM Force XPLR XG-1271, 12-speed, 10-44, Gravel-specific cassette, optimised for electronic shifting., Size: 10-44T, Gearing range: 440%, Tech: X-Range gearing, MINI CLUSTER technology for light weight and durability. |
| Chain | SRAM FORCE D1 12-speed |
| Brakes | Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | SRAM Force eTap AXS HRD 2s, Left-hand shifter. With wireless shifting, contact point adjustment, reach adjust. | SRAM Force eTap AXS HRD 12s, Right-hand shifter. With wireless shifting, contact point adjustment, reach adjust. |
| Rims | Reynolds ATR, Rim Material: Carbon, Rim Height: 40 mm, Inner Width: 23 mm | Reynolds ATR XDR, All-road tubeless-ready carbon wheels with wider rims for higher-volume tyres., Internal rim width: 23 mm, Rim depth: 40 mm |
|---|---|
| Tires | Schwalbe G-One Bite 45mm, Specialist gravel tyres. Open tread design and strong outer blocks provide traction on loose surfaces and stability when cornering. Technology: Tubeless Easy for simple tubeless setup. |
| Disk Rotors | SRAM Centerline, 160mm, Disc Mount: Centerlock |