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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
$2,599| 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 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.
Outdoor Gear LabFeedback?
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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, and fun to ride
Stable on high speed road descents and traditional gravel
Friendly geometry for technical terrain
Excellent power transfer
Good for mixed surface paths and gravel trails
Flexible platform with various build kits
Heavy, complex, and expensive suspension fork (Rudy)
Canyon speced a 1.25" steerer (disliked by reviewer)
Dropper post eliminates ride damping from previous flexy post
Canyon water bottles and cages not recommended
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, Light robust carbon frame with Gravel Pro geometry, 50 mm tyre clearance, and extended wheelbase for extra off-road stability., 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). BB Standard: BB86/BB92, 86mm, Press Fit Tire Clearance: 50c Color: Matcha Splash |
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| Fork | Canyon FK0087 CF Disc, Light, robust carbon frame with 3-screw mounting points on each side for attaching bottle cages and Anything Cages., Fork steer tube diameter: 1 1/4", Material: Carbon (CF), Weight: 360 g |
| Bottom Bracket | Token Ninja Lite BB4124, Bottom bracket standard: PF 86,5, Weight: 85 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"., Fork steer tube diameter: 1 1/4", Clamping diameter: 31,8 mm |
| 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, Cage length: long, Weight: 249 g |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano GRX RX810, Max chainring gear range: 17T., Weight: 101 g |
| Crank | Shimano RX810, Number of chainrings: 2 |
| Shifters | Shimano GRX RX810, 2-speed | Shimano GRX RX810, 11-speed |
| Cassette | Shimano Ultegra HG800 11-34 11s, Number of sprockets: 11 |
| Chain | Shimano CN-HG701 11s |
| Brakes | Shimano GRX RX810, 2-speed | Shimano GRX RX810, 11-speed Type: Shimano GRX 800 Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano GRX RX810, 2-speed | Shimano GRX RX810, 11-speed |
| Rims | DT Swiss G1800 Spline db, Rotor mount: Center Lock, Rim height: 25 mm, Weight: 880 g | DT Swiss G1800 Spline db SH11, Rotor mount: Center Lock, Rim height: 25 mm, Weight: 10 g |
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| Tires | Maxxis Rambler 45 mm |
| Disc Rotors | Shimano RT800, Size: 160 mm, Weight: 10 g |
First added February 3
Last updated November 11
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