Grail CF SL 8
A carbon frame gravel bike with high-end components and hydraulic disc brakes.
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$2,999Weight | 19.3 lbs |
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Frame | Carbon |
Suspension | Rigid |
Fork | Carbon |
Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
Groupset | GRX 800 |
Brakes | Hydraulic Disc |
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Jan 2024
The second generation Canyon Grail gets ride of the proprietary front end, but doubles down on it's aggressive character.
Oct 2023 · James Huang
Canyon’s new Grail CF carbon fiber gravel bike family, redesigned with gravel racing in mind.
Better aerodynamic efficiency
More stable handling
Lots of well-done integration
Looks good
Excellent value.
Limited cockpit and seatpost sizes
Firm ride quality.
Oct 2023 · Jack Luke
New Canyon Grail is one of the best gravel race bikes you can buy today
Calm confident and stable handling
Well designed integrated storage
Adaptable
Comfortable
Great build though there are better value options in the range
Slightly fragile tyres but they re appropriate for a race bike
Mounts for regular mudguards would have been preferable
Oct 2023
Canyon's all-new Grail is reshaped as an aero gravel race bike with integrated storage, a more conventional cockpit, and more refined handling…
Oct 2023 · Suvi Loponen
Offers a fast and reactive ride with a focus on aero gains, without compromising on comfort or versatility
Very comfortable
Efficient power transfer
Innovative and functional frame storage
Great spec
Looks sleek – even better with the Quickloader frame bag
Smallest sizes have slightly different geometry that might affect ride feel
Stock handlebar is wide
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
Rapid ride
Good value
Lightweight
Damped bar and seatpost
Seven frame sizes
Not the best on tougher trails
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.
Sep 2022 · William Tracy
Cromwell races for Canyon-SRAM on the WorldTour, but is no stranger to gravel events.
Frame | Canyon Grail CF SL, Latest-generation Grail carbon gravel race bike with more capable geometry, aero tube forms, top tube mounts and strapless bag compatibility., Axle dimension: 12x142 mm, Tyre Clearance: 42 mm, Material: Carbon (CF) BB Standard: BB86/BB92, 86mm, Press Fit Hanger Standard: UDH Tire Clearance: 42c Color: Stone Grind |
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Fork | Canyon FK0117 CF Disc, Robust, stiff, compliant carbon fork. Compatible with LOAD Fork Sleeve Quickloader system for modular, secure storage., Axle dimension: 12x100 mm, Tyre Clearance: 42 mm, Material: Carbon (CF) |
Bottom Bracket | Token Ninja Lite BB4124, Bottom bracket standard: PF 86,5, Weight: 0.19 lbs |
Saddle | Vento Argo X5, Gender: Unisex, Weight: 0.53 lbs |
Seatpost | Canyon SP0072, Material: Carbon (CF) Type: Rigid |
Pedals | None included |
Rear Derailleur | Shimano GRX RX822 12s, Cage length: medium, Weight: 0.64 lbs |
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Front Derailleur | Canyon EP1839-01 Blind Plate |
Crank | Shimano RX820 Gravel, Number of chainrings: 1 |
Shifters | Shimano GRX RX820, Number of pistons: 2 | Shimano RX820 Gravel, Number of pistons: 2 |
Cassette | Shimano SLX M7100 10-45 12s, Number of sprockets: 12 |
Chain | Shimano CN-M7100 12s |
Brakes | Hydraulic Disc Type: Hydraulic Disc |
Brake Levers | Shimano GRX RX820, Number of pistons: 2 | Shimano RX820 Gravel, Number of pistons: 2 |
Rims | DT Swiss G1800 Spline, Axle dimension: 12x100 mm, Rotor mount: Center Lock, Rim height: 25 mm, Rim material: Aluminium, Weight: 1.94 lbs | DT Swiss G1800 Spline, Axle dimension: 12x142 mm, Rotor mount: Center Lock, Rim height: 25 mm, Rim material: Aluminium, Weight: 2.15 lbs |
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Tires | Schwalbe G-One R, 40mm, Width: 40mm, Weight: 1.06 lbs |
Disc Rotors | Shimano Deore XT MT800, Size: 160 mm |
Last updated May 1