2018 Canyon

Inflite CF SLX 8.0 Pro Race

A carbon frame cyclocross bike with upper mid-range components and hydraulic disc brakes.
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Manufacturer Price

$2,999
Weight18.1 lbs  
FrameCarbon
SuspensionRigid
ForkCarbon
Wheels650b / 700c Aluminum
Drivetrain1 × 11
GroupsetRival
Power MeterIntegrated
BrakesHydraulic Disc
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Inflite CF SLX 8.0 Pro Race
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Reviews
CX Magazine
Review: Canyon Inflite CF SLX 9.0 Cyclocross Race Bike

Nov 2019 · Clifford Lee

The Canyon Inflite CF SLX 9.0 cyclocross bike has a unique look but delivers a light, race-ready package. We put it to the test on the 'cross race course.

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Cycling Weekly
Canyon Inflite Al SLX 5.0

Feb 2019 · Symon Lewis

The Canyon Inflite AL SLX 5.0 race is the ideal cross companion for those looking for a value for money and robust cross racer

Highs
  • Price

  • Handling

  • Robustness

  • Tubeless

Lows
  • Not much!

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Bicycling
Canyon Inflite CF SLX: Full Review and 31 Images

Dec 2018

Ride year round and race through ’cross season on this swift and versatile Canyon.

Highs
  • Lightweight

  • Resposive handling

  • Etap shifting performs beautifully in the mud

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road.cc
Canyon Inflite CF SLX 8.0 Pro Race

Dec 2017 · David Arthur @davearthur

Fast, fun and highly capable carbon cyclo-cross bike at a great price – there's a lot to like, if you can get past the kink...

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Cyclist
First ride review: Canyon Inflite CF SLX

Aug 2017 · Joe Robinson

A race-ready machine designed for performance both on and off road

Highs
  • Lightweight and stiff frame

  • Plenty of mud clearance and large range of sizes

Lows
  • The wonky top tube just doesn't do it for my classic tastes

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BikeRadar
Canyon Inflite CF SLX first ride review

Aug 2017 · Robin Wilmott

Canyon's carbon CX bike is ready to race

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Gran Fondo Magazine
First Ride Review: Canyon Inflite CF SLX – The new boss in cross?

Aug 2017 · Robin Schmitt

Have you ever heard of mud-optimisation on a race-tuned cross bike? A specific frame design to improve carrying your bike? And why is Canyon the first brand to introduce some cross bike models with little 650b wheels? With the all new Canyon Inflite CF SLX, the German brand hope to have created the ultimate competitive […]

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Velo
First Ride – Canyon Inflite CF SLX cross bike

Aug 2017 · Kristen Legan

ZONHOVEN, Belgium (VN) — Canyon’s carbon Inflite CF SLX cyclocross bike balances high-speed stability with nimble handling for a well-balanced ride on

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Geometry
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Specs
Build
Frame

Canyon Inflite CF SLX

Fork

Canyon One One Four Inflite CF Disc

Bottom Bracket

SRAM GXP Pressfit

Headset

Canyon | Acros

Saddle

Selle Italia SLS, Length & width: 275 x 131 mm

Seatpost

Canyon S13 VCLS CF (15 - 35 mm Setback), Length: 330 mm, Diameter: 27.2 mm, In-house developed Canyon seatpost with VCLS technology for extra comfort and stability, Wide-ranging setback adjustability: 15 - 35 mm, Compliant with Canyon Category 2 testing standards

TypeRigid

Pedals

none included

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

SRAM Rival 1, 11s, X-Horizon derailleur, X-Actuation, X-Sync, Roller Bearing Clutch, Cage Lock, 11-speed

Crank

Quarq Prime, 11s, Aluminium cranks, Power meter-ready, X-SYNC™ tooth profile for maximum chain retention, 24 mm axle

Power Meter

Quarq Prime, 11s, Aluminium cranks, Power meter-ready, X-SYNC™ tooth profile for maximum chain retention, 24 mm axle

Shifters

SRAM Rival 1, 11s, Hydraulic shift/brake lever, DoubleTap, Outstanding braking power, Consistent braking performance in all weather conditions, Grip width adjustment, 11-speed

Cassette

SRAM PG-1130, 11s

Chain

SRAM PC-1110

Chain Guide

Canyon Chain Catcher

Brakes

SRAM Rival 1, Outstanding braking power, Consistent braking performance in all weather conditions, Brake disc diameter 3XS - XS: 140/140mm

TypeHydraulic Disc

Brake Levers

SRAM Rival 1, 11s, Hydraulic shift/brake lever, DoubleTap, Outstanding braking power, Consistent braking performance in all weather conditions, Grip width adjustment, 11-speed

Wheels
Rims

DT Swiss CR 1600 Spline DB

Tires

Schwalbe X-One, 33 mm, Tyre width: 33 mm, Tubeless Easy Microskin, One of the quickest cross tyres on the market, Triple compound, EVO Line

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