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2023 Canyon

Grail CF SL VB77

A carbon frame gravel bike with upper mid-range components and sram rival hydraulic disc brakes.

Manufacturer Price

€4,499($5,211)
Weight18.7 lbs  
FrameCarbon
SuspensionRigid
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Carbon
Drivetrain1 × 12 Electronic
GroupsetRival XPLR AXS, Rival AXS
BrakesSRAM Rival Hydraulic Disc
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Ride Feel

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Rider Position
relaxedaggressive
Terrain
smoothrugged
Grail CF SL VB77
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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)

35 mph

Grail CF SL VB77

36 mph

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Highest gear

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Spec Level

Based on build material and quality level of the frame, fork, wheelset, groupset, suspension system, and more.

Sizing
SM

< 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

Summary

The Canyon Grail is a fast and versatile gravel bike praised for its excellent handling, comfort, and value. It features innovative designs like integrated storage and a unique handlebar for improved aerodynamics and multiple hand positions. While it excels on varied terrain, some note limitations in tire clearance and accessory mounts compared to more adventure-focused models.

Pros
  • Excellent handling and stability

  • Good value for money

  • Comfortable ride quality

  • Innovative integrated features

  • Lightweight and efficient

Cons
  • Limited tire clearance up to 42mm

  • Fewer mounts for bikepacking accessories

  • Proprietary components limit customization

Key Quotes
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.
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The new Grail is one of the best-handling gravel bikes I have ever ridden.
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The Grail AL 7 eTap represents a near-perfect, versatile gravel bike.
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Outdoor Gear Lab
Canyon Grail CF SL 7 AXS

Oct 2024 · Joshua Hutchens

The Canyon Grail CF SL 7 AXS provides a quick and nimble way to dice up the road or trail. With consumer-direct pricing, a quality build kit, and...

Highs
  • Lightweight

  • Moderately versatile

  • Clean lines

Lows
  • Finicky seatpost clamp

  • Limited tire clearance

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Flow Mountain Bike
On Test | The new Canyon Grail ditches the Hoverbar & retains its racey attitude

Jan 2024

The second generation Canyon Grail gets ride of the proprietary front end, but doubles down on it's aggressive character.

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Escape Collective
Review: The 2024 Canyon Grail CF moves further into the racing realm - Escape Collective

Oct 2023 · James Huang

Canyon’s new Grail CF carbon fiber gravel bike family, redesigned with gravel racing in mind.

Highs
  • Better aerodynamic efficiency

  • More stable handling

  • Lots of well-done integration

  • Looks good

  • Excellent value.

Lows
  • Limited cockpit and seatpost sizes

  • Firm ride quality.

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Bikerumor
All-new Canyon Grail Reshapes Carbon Gravel Bike for Racing around More Normal Cockpit

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…

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road.cc
Canyon Grail CF SLX 8 Di2 2024

Oct 2023 · Suvi Loponen

Offers a fast and reactive ride with a focus on aero gains, without compromising on comfort or versatility

Highs
  • Very comfortable

  • Efficient power transfer

  • Innovative and functional frame storage

  • Great spec

  • Looks sleek – even better with the Quickloader frame bag

Lows
  • Smallest sizes have slightly different geometry that might affect ride feel

  • Stock handlebar is wide

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Gran Fondo Magazine
The 2023 Canyon Grail CF SLX 9 eTap in review - Our big gravel race bike shootout

Jun 2023 · Calvin Zajac

With its Double Decker bar and flexible seat post, does comfort hinder the performance of the Canyon Grail? We put it to the test to find out.

Highs
  • High level of comfort thanks to the seat post and Double Decker handlebar

  • Polarising look with a unique paint job

  • Great spec at a fair price (including power metre)

Lows
  • Seat post tends to bounce at a high cadence

  • Poor cable routing rattles and scuffs the paint

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Bike Perfect
Canyon Grail CF SL 7 eTap review – gravel bike with a need for speed

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

Highs
  • Rapid ride

  • Good value

  • Lightweight

  • Damped bar and seatpost

  • Seven frame sizes

Lows
  • Not the best on tougher trails

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off.road.cc
Canyon Grail AL 7 eTap gravel bike review

Mar 2023

For someone looking to get into gravel cycling and wanting a bike that will serve them for a long time, the Canyon Grail AL 7 eTap is an excellent option. It's easily one of the best gravel bikes I've ridden, in terms of comfort, components and value.

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Canyon Grail CF SL Disc, Axle dimension: 12x142 mm, Tyre Clearance: 42 mm, Material: Carbon (CF)

BB StandardBB86/BB92, 86mm, Press Fit

Tire Clearance42c

ColorValtteri Bottas

Fork

Canyon FK0070 CF Disc, Fork steer tube diameter: 1 1/4", Material: Carbon (CF)

Bottom Bracket

SRAM Pressfit DUB Wide, Bottom bracket standard: PF 86,5, Weight: 65 g

Saddle

Fizik Argo Terra X3, Gender: Male, Weight: 238 g

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

SRAM Rival XPLR eTap AXS

Crank

SRAM Rival D1 Wide, 40T, Number of chainrings: 1

Shifters

SRAM Rival eTap AXS | SRAM Rival eTap AXS 12s

Cassette

SRAM Rival XPLR XG-1251, 12-speed, 10-44T, Number of sprockets: 12 | SRAM XPLR XG-1251 12-speed Cassette

Chain

SRAM Rival D1 12s | SRAM Rival AXS 12-speed Chain 120 Links | SRAM RED AXS 12-speed Chain Lock

Brakes

SRAM Rival eTap AXS | SRAM Rival eTap AXS 12s

TypeSRAM Rival Hydraulic Disc

Brake Levers

SRAM Rival eTap AXS | SRAM Rival eTap AXS 12s

Wheels
Rims

Zipp 303 Firecrest Force Launch Edition, Rotor mount: Center Lock, Rim height: 40 mm, Weight: 644 g | Zipp 303 Firecrest Force Launch Edition XDR, Rotor mount: Center Lock, Rim height: 40 mm, Weight: 785 g

Tires

Schwalbe G-One R, 40mm, Width: 40mm, Weight: 480 g | Schwalbe G-One R Super Race V-Guard 28" x 40mm Gravel Tyre

Disc Rotors

SRAM Paceline, Size: 160 mm, Weight: 160 g | SRAM Paceline Centerlock Brake Rotor 160mm

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