Canyon Grizl CF SLX 8 eTap Suspension 2022
2022 Road
Estimate price |
6,499$
Weight | 9.42 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Travel Front 30mm -
Fork RockShox Rudy Ultimate XPLR
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Groupset Force eTAP, Force 1 -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 Electronic -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
MD
177cm - 185cm
LG
183cm - 190cm
XL
188cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Canyon Grizl CF SLX, Superlight frame that combines outstanding utility, versatility, and performance. 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: 955 g (size M).
Suspension Fork
Rock Shox Rudy Ultimate, High-end suspension fork purpose-built for gravel riding. With lockout for on-road riding., Air spring: RockShox Solo, Damper: RockShox Charger Race Day, Tyre clearance: 50 mm, Travel: 30 mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM Force XPLR eTap AXS, 12-speed, Wireless derailleur with proven eTap shift logic, AXS connectivity, and advanced chain management. 1-by-specific design.
Shift Levers
SRAM Force eTap AXS HRD 2s, Left-hand shifter. With wireless shifting, contact point adjustment, reach adjust. | SRAM Force eTap AXS HRD 12s, Right-hand shifter. With wireless shifting, contact point adjustment, reach adjust.
Cassette
SRAM Force XPLR XG-1271, 12-speed, 10-44, Gravel-specific cassette, optimised for electronic shifting., Size: 10-44T, Gearing range: 440%, Tech: X-Range gearing, MINI CLUSTER technology for light weight and durability.
Crank
SRAM Force 1 40T, 12-speed, High-performance single-chainring crankset. Crank arm length: 172.5 mm. Chainring size: 40T.
Bottom Bracket
SRAM Pressfit RED DUB, Pressfit BB86 road standard, compatible with SRAM DUB axles. Weight: 72 g
Chain
SRAM Force D1 12s, With signature flat-top design for quieter operation and increased strength and durability.
Pedals
None included
Wheels
Rims
Reynolds ATR, Rim Material: Carbon, Rim Height: 40 mm, Inner Width: 23 mm | Reynolds ATR XDR, All-road tubeless-ready carbon wheels with wider rims for higher-volume tyres., Internal rim width: 23 mm, Rim depth: 40 mm
Tires
Schwalbe G-One Bite 45mm, Specialist gravel tyres. Open tread design and strong outer blocks provide traction on loose surfaces and stability when cornering. Technology: Tubeless Easy for simple tubeless setup.
Brakes
Brake Levers
SRAM Force eTap AXS HRD 2s, Left-hand shifter. With wireless shifting, contact point adjustment, reach adjust. | SRAM Force eTap AXS HRD 12s, Right-hand shifter. With wireless shifting, contact point adjustment, reach adjust.
Disk Rotors
SRAM Centerline, 160mm, Disc Mount: Centerlock
Cockpit
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".
Handlebar
Canyon HB 0050 Ergobar AL, Material: Aluminium, Shape: Ergo, Reach: 70 mm, Drop: 130 mm
Seat
Saddle
Fizik Argo Terra X5, Short-nose, pressure-relieving saddle., Shell material: carbon fibre-reinforced nylon., Rail material: S-alloy.
Seatpost
Canyon S15 VCLS 2.0 CF, Material: Carbon, Setback: 13 mm / 25 mm, Technology: VCLS 2.0 | Fliphead, Weight: 220 g
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.39 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.47 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 274 mm | 274 mm | 274 mm | 274 mm | 274 mm |
| Front Center | 612 mm | 613 mm | 626 mm | 648 mm | 662 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm |
| Trail | 76 mm | 67 mm | 65 mm | 63 mm | 63 mm |
| Stack | 563 mm | 586 mm | 612 mm | 633 mm | 651 mm |
| Reach | 404 mm | 409 mm | 416 mm | 434 mm | 443 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 569 mm | 581 mm | 595 mm | 619 mm | 634 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 492 mm | 522 mm | 552 mm | 582 mm | 612 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71 ° | 72.25 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.75 ° | 72.75 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 118 mm | 138 mm | 164 mm | 185 mm | 204 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 442 mm | 442 mm | 442 mm | 442 mm | 442 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1043 mm | 1044 mm | 1057 mm | 1079 mm | 1093 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 75 mm | 75 mm | 75 mm | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Standover Height | 796 mm | 823 mm | 852 mm | 877 mm | 899 mm |
| Front Travel | 30 mm | 30 mm | 30 mm | 30 mm | 30 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Max Height | 179 cm | 185 cm | 190 cm | 195 cm | cm |
About this model
Grizl CF SLX 8 eTap Suspension completes the Canyon Grizl model. Canyon released 65 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2022, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Canyon Grizl 6 WMN 2022 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 1592$. On the other hand, Canyon Grizl CF SLX 8 eTap Suspension 2022, is the most expensive and costs 6499$.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Average price for Gravel bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Gravel bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2462$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Gravel bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 6499$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Grizl CF SLX 8 eTap Suspension price is 163.97% more expensive than the average cost of a Gravel bike.
Average weight for Gravel bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Gravel bike, we get 8.13 kg (17.92 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Weighing 9.42 kg (20.77 lbs), the Grizl CF SLX 8 eTap Suspension model is much heavier than average. In short, the average Gravel bike weight is 15.87% lower than this one.
Grizl CF SLX 8 eTap Suspension components
Fork
Canyon Grizl CF SLX 8 eTap Suspension 2022 bike is equipped with the RockShox Rudy Ultimate XPLR fork, and has 30mm travel. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Grizl CF SLX 8 eTap Suspension model has 700c carbon wheels. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Canyon Grizl CF SLX 8 eTap Suspension has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.