Given how many Canyon hardtails we see lined up at cross-country races, we weren’t surprised that this affordable Grand Canyon is unashamedly speed focused and aggressively quick. Kit levels aren’t as ridiculously good as we’ve come to expect from Canyon though, leading to some undeniable compromises in its handling.
The frame is certainly high quality, with carefully manipulated tubing under a tough anodised (rather than heavier, painted) finish. It’s lightweight, upgradeable and race ready – though not exactly bang up to date.
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Okay, the quick-release rear axle is forgivable on a race bike at this price. But the less adjustable IS rear brake mount is disappointing and under-top tube cabling looks much more untidy than internal routing.
You do get rack mounts for useful workday utility, and the XS and S sized bikes roll on 27.5in wheels rather than 29s to keep them proportionally balanced.
Fast, nimble, but let down by its fork
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