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Grizl CF SL 7
A carbon frame gravel bike with high-end components and shimano grx 600 hydraulic disc brakes.
Manufacturer Price
$2,499| Weight | 21.0 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" – 6'3"
6'2" – 6'5"
6'3" +
Summary
The Canyon Grizl is a versatile and well-designed gravel bike, praised for its smooth ride quality, comfortable geometry, and ample tire clearance. It excels in mixed terrain rides, offering stability and control with options for suspension forks in some models. The bike is also noted for its value, with a range of builds catering to different budgets and preferences.
Smooth ride quality with high-quality carbon frame and VCLS seatpost
Versatile and comfortable geometry suitable for long adventures
Ample tire clearance and mounting points for bikepacking
Good value for money with a range of build options
Option for suspension fork in some models enhances rough terrain performance
Low stack and long reach may not suit all riders
Some models are heavier than competitors
Limited mounting points on suspension versions
Gearing optimized for speed may not be ideal for loaded climbs
The Grizl is hands down one the smoothest riding drop bar bikes I’ve ridden.BIKEPACKING.com
Canyon’s two piece VCLS 2.0 seatpost is an absolute game changer for seated comfort on rough roads.BIKEPACKING.com
The Grizl has proved itself to be a fun and versatile gravel bike.
CyclistThe Grizl is downright excellent.
BikeRadar30mm of front suspension offered by the RockShox Rudy XPLR fork does wonders to smooth over rough surfaces.
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Jun 2023 · Amy Perryman
The Grizl is Canyon’s adventure weapon of choice, designed to go well over long distances and rough terrain, ideal for any bikepacking extremes. This pink beauty isn't just about looks though…
Good value for money
Plenty of mounts for bags
Tire clearance
Sturdy and easy power output
Large range of sizes
Weight
Rattling cables
Low spec groupset
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!
Mar 2023
It's pure nostalgia for this limited edition gravel machine
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
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
Dec 2021 · David Kennedy
ECONO-MONSTER GRAVEL HAS ARRIVED
| Frame | Canyon Grizl CF SL, Axle dimension: 12x142 mm, Tyre Clearance: 50 mm, Material: Carbon (CF) BB Standard: BB86/BB92, 86mm, Press Fit Tire Clearance: 50c Colors: Curry Powder; Earl Grey |
|---|---|
| Fork | Canyon FK0087 CF Disc, Fork steer tube diameter: 1 1/4", Material: Carbon (CF) |
| Bottom Bracket | Token Ninja Lite BB4124, Bottom bracket standard: PF 86,5 |
| 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"., Fork steer tube diameter: 1 1/4", Clamping diameter: 31,8 mm |
| Handlebar | Canyon HB0063, Clamping diameter: 31,8 mm, Width: 440 mm |
| Saddle | Selle Italia Model X, Gender: Unisex |
| Seatpost | Canyon SP0057 VCLS, With vibration-absorbing design for top rear-end comfort., Setback: 20 mm, Clamp diameter: 27,2 mm, Material: Carbon (CF) Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | None included |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano GRX RX810 GS, Cage length: long |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano GRX RX810, Max chainring gear range: 17T. |
| Crank | Shimano RX600, On certain models, this crankset may be substituted for an alternate, equivalent FSA crankset., Potentially affected models include:, Grizl 6 (Model #2844), Grizl 7 1X (Model #3236), Grizl 7 Suspension (Model #2710), Grizl CF SL 6 (Model #3243), Grizl CF SL 7 (Model #3244), Grizl CF SL 7 1X (Model #2849), Inflight CF SL 6 (Model #3020), Grail 6 (Model #3092), Grail 7 (Model #3093), Grail CF SL 7 (Model #3095) |
| Shifters | Shimano GRX RX600 11s |
| Cassette | Shimano HG700 11-34 11s, Number of sprockets: 11 |
| Chain | Shimano HG601 11-speed |
| Brakes | Shimano GRX RX600 11s Type: Shimano GRX 600 Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano GRX RX600 11s |
| Rims | DT Swiss C 1850 Spline db, Rotor mount: Center Lock, Wheelsize: 28" | DT Swiss C 1850 Spline db SH11, Rotor mount: Center Lock, Wheelsize: 28" |
|---|---|
| Tires | Schwalbe G-One Bite 45mm, Width: 45mm |
| Disc Rotors | Shimano RT70, Size: 160 mm |
First added February 3
Last updated November 12
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