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    Canyon Grizl Review

    Sophia Willmes
    Sophia Willmes
    Mar 4, 2024 4 min
    Canyon Grizl Review

    The gravel-scene is booming! Everyone is becoming a gravelhead, and you probably want to become one, too, if you've landed on this post.

    But you don't know which bike to buy? Then, here's one of the best entry-level models: the Canyon Grizl.

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    Canyon Grizl Review

    1. The basics.

    There are currently three versions of the trendy bike on the market: The Grizl AL made of aluminum, the Grizl CF SL made of carbon, and the Grizl SLX, which uses the Canyons lighter and higher-quality SLX frame. All models also have a suspended version for more comfort and control. Price-wise, we start at 1499 euros in the aluminum series and go up to 4599 euros in the SLX series.

    2. Weight.

    The CF SL weighs about 9.6 kg in the small size and about 9.85 kg in the M size. The aluminum version is heavier and weighs about 10.74 kg, while the SLX version is significantly lighter at about 8.66 kg. Considering the tires, this weight is quite reasonable. All models are equipped with Canyon's famous VCLS carbon seatpost, which absorbs vibrations and provides high comfort on rough trails.

    3. Tire clearance.

    Now to the more important things: The clearance for the tires. The Grizl comes standard with the grippier 45mm Schwalbe G-ONE Bite tires mounted on a DT Swiss Gravel wheelset.

    "However, if you want to take on more extreme trails, you can step up to a 50mm tire that offers more grip and cushioning. That's 8mm more than the Grail allows." - Alice Huot @buycycle

    4. Components.

    The price range varies depending on the components. The Grizl CF SL 6 is equipped with the 2x10 Shimano GRX RX400, like the Tiagra group you may already know. Although it's the cheapest, it still offers a high level of performance in terms of precision and operation, and unless you plan to use it professionally, you should be happy with it.

    "You can also get the 2x11 Shimano GRX 810 for extra gear and Ultegra-like performance. For those who love simplicity, lightweight, and low maintenance, there are also 1x drivetrains." - Anja Benson @buycycle

    5. Geometry.

    As for the geometry, it is almost identical to that of the Grail. However, the Grizl is slightly higher in terms of stack and shorter in reach, making it more compact. This puts you in a more upright position that allows you to cover more distance comfortably and gives you more stability on loose and rough trails. This makes sense since the Grizl was built for rougher gravel.

    6. Mounting options.

    Another feature worth highlighting and a key difference between the Grizl and the Grail are the various attachment points found on the fork, down tube, top tube, and even the rack mounts on the aluminum version. This makes attaching things like bike bags the perfect companion for bikepacking and extended tours.

    So should you buy the Canyon Grizl? It all depends on what kind of riding you do or want to do.

    "If you're into more extreme trails, going on long rides, and want to be comfortable, if you're into bikepacking, then the Grizl is definitely for you." - Anja Benson @buycycle

    Going forward

    If you want stability on rough trails and speed on asphalt, then.... no. The Grizl was designed for rough terrain. And yes, you can ride the Grizl on the road with no problems, but if you're looking for an all-around /road bike that also does well on light gravel and rides well on asphalt, you might want to look at the Grail.

    If you know Gravelhead now and still have questions, contact the buycycle team anytime. And if you want to buy your new Grizl or Grail immediately, go to the buycycle website! As always, we wish you happy browsing and happy cycling!

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