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2022 Canyon

Sender CFR 29 Underdog

A 29″ carbon frame full suspension downhill bike with high-end components.
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Manufacturer Price

$5,299
Weight37.3 lbs  
FrameCarbon
SuspensionFull, 200 / 200mm
ForkRockShox BoXXer Ultimate
ShockRockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate
Wheels29″ Aluminum
Drivetrain1 × 7
GroupsetTruvativ Descendant, GX
BrakesSRAM Code R Hydraulic Disc
SeatpostDropper
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Ride Feel

Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Terrain
easyextreme
Handling
nimblestable
Sender CFR 29 Underdog
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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

(climbing)

27 mph

Sender CFR 29 Underdog

26 mph

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Highest gear

(descending)

Sizing
MD

< 6'1"

LG

5'10" – 6'5"

XL

6'2" +

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Reviews
Loam Wolf
Face Off: Canyon Sender CFR vs. Trek Session 9

Dec 2021

The Canyon Sender CFR and the Trek Session 9 are both race-ready downhill race machines, with each offering an unbelievable ride. Read more now!

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Pinkbike
Canyon Delivers More Wheel Options With the 2022 Sender CFR

Dec 2021 · Matt Beer

For 2022, the Sender CFR comes in the same orange/grey color scheme that the Canyon CLLCTV downhill squad rocked for 2021 with a more subtle black and silver option on tap too.

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NSMB
2021 Canyon Sender CFR Ridden and Reviewed

Mar 2021

2021 Canyon Sender CFR Ridden and Reviewed

Highs
  • Excellent geometry adjustability (front and rear center lengths)

  • Well-balanced and centered ride feel

  • Good bump compliance with light and lively feel

  • Stable and composed on steep technical sections and high-speed tracks

  • Easy cornering initiation with great traction

  • Braking is neutral under heavy braking

  • Light weight (under 35 lbs) with low center of mass

  • Silent ride (no cable rattle, good chain slap protection)

  • Durable pivot hardware with bearings and replaceable inserts

  • Flawless build spec and component reliability

  • Attractive paint scheme

Lows
  • Rear tire may contact stays during hard cornering (12 mm clearance)

  • Rear end could be stiffer for heavier/stronger riders (some flex/oscillation in air)

  • Rear shock shaft is exposed to debris

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Mountain Bike Action
Mountain Bike Action Bike Review: Canyon Sender CFR Downhill Bike - Mountain Bike Action Magazine

Mar 2021 · McCoy

The best mix for racing

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Bikerumor
Canyon Torque, Sender AL mountain bikes get fresh colors, new component packages

Oct 2020 · Jordan Villella

For 2021, Canyon will offer alloy models of its popular downhill gravity machines; the Torque and Sender. The Torque, built to the same “Category 5” standards as all Canyon DH bikes, and taking suspension cues from the Sender, the Torque is a gravity machine with a playful side. Built around a 27.5″ wheels, and spec’d […]

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BIKE Magazine
Canyon Introduces the 2021 Sender CFR

Aug 2020

The iconic Canyon Sender downhill bike makes the jump to 29-inch wheels, but opts for a mullet build on smalls and mediums. Oh, and its lighter, longer and more adjustable.

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MTB Mag
[Tested] The New Canyon Sender CFR

Aug 2020 · Francesco Mazza

The start date of the postponed 2020 UCI DH World Cup season is almost upon us, finally, and Canyon has used the time available to wrap up the development and release their new DH weapon that’s already in the hands of the Canyon Factory Racing teams and FMD Racing. After about two years of R&D led by the same engineer who created the first Sender model in 2016, making use of the constant interaction with the World Cup athletes and mechanics, today the Koblenz brand presents the brand new Sender CFR. Canyon has sent us a sample of the new

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Vital MTB
2021 Canyon Sender CFR

Aug 2020 · Bturman

It's new downhill bike day! Drool over Canyon's latest and cross your fingers for some racing action this fall.

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Canyon Sender CFR

BB StandardBSA, 73mm, Threaded

ColorChainsaw Orange

Fork

RockShox Boxxer Ultimate RC2

Travel200mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate

Travel200mm

Bottom Bracket

SRAM BSA DUB

Headset

Acros AZX-227

Stem

Canyon G5

Handlebar

Canyon G5 Riserbar, Material: Aluminium, Rise: 20 mm

Saddle

Fizik Gravita Alpaca X5

Seatpost

Canyon G5

TypeDropper

Pedals

None included

Grips

Canyon G5 Grips

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

SRAM GX DH 7s

Crank

SRAM Descendant DH

Shifters

SRAM GX DH Trigger 7s

Cassette

SRAM PG-720 DH 11-25 7s

Chain

SRAM PC 1110 11s

Chain Guide

e*thirteen LG1 Plus

Brakes

SRAM Code R

TypeSRAM Code R Hydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

DT Swiss FR560 350 | DT Swiss FR 560 350

Tires

MAXXIS Minion DHR II 2.4'' Wide Trail

Disc Rotors

SRAM Centerline front rotor, 220mm, Maximum stopping power courtesy of 220mm size, stainless steel construction, 12-spoke design reduces distortion, rounded edges are UCI compliant, six-bolt attachment

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