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A gravel bike for beginners, affordable and good? The answer from Jens, test manager at our sister magazine TOUR, comes straight from the gun: "Canyon Grizl 6". At 1499 euros, the Grizl 6 is the cheapest bike in Canyon's gravel range and is also one of the cheapest gravel bikes on the market overall.
The facts about the Canyon Grizl 6
- Price: 1499 Euro
- Bike category: Gravelbike
- Frame: Aluminium with carbon fork
- Frame sizes: 3XS to XXL
- Frame shapes: Diamond
- Weight: 10.7 kg (test bike in size M, MYBIKE measurement)
- Permissible total weight: 120 kg
- Guarantee: 6 years
- Special features: Carbon fork and seat post, 50 mm tyre clearance, wide range of sizes
The features of the Grizl 6
Nevertheless, you don't have to do without much. Brakes and gears come from Shimano's high-quality GRX gravel groupset. As with the more expensive Grizl models, the frame and carbon fork are already prepared for bikepacking bags. But eyelets for a classic pannier rack have also been included.
- Circuit: Shimano GRX 400
- Translation: 46 / 30; 11 - 34 teeth
- Brakes: GRX 400 (two-piston)
- Tyres: Schwalbe G-One Bite, 45 mm
- Fork: Canyon, Carbon
Practical test: How the Canyon Grizl 6 gravel bike rides
The equipment of the Grizl 6 shows: The strengths of the entry-level model should also lie in sporty off-road use. Canyon has fitted particularly grippy studded tyres ex works. If you still want to tackle long distances, you'll be pleased with the 2 x 10 gears with a wide gear ratio and fine gear gradation. The biggest disadvantage of the Grizl 6: At 10.7 kilos, the bike is not exactly light for a gravel bike. But you can hardly expect that for 1500 euros.
Off-road athlete in its purest form
The weight of the Grizl 6 is quickly forgotten during the ride test anyway. Everything simply fits here! The handlebar is sporty, but not too low. A little flare makes for a very comfortable position. The Canyon feels stiff when pedalling and the relatively short stem provides direct handling.
This means that the Canyon also cuts a fine figure off-road. This is also where the grippy tyres come into their own. Even easy trails are really fun with the Grizl 6, and the crisp gears and good brakes do the rest.
You read that right: Although the GRX 400 is the most affordable groupset in Shimano's gravel portfolio, it works just as well as the GRX 400. compared to the rather undefined cues but remarkably good. There are only minor criticisms. The sharp-edged Selle saddle tends to chafe cycling shorts, and the stiff aluminium frame could do with a little more suspension at the rear for more comfort. Due to its design, the Canyon without mudguards and lights is only conditionally suitable for everyday use and road traffic regulations.
MYBIKE review of the Canyon Grizl 6
Strengths
- Fun, well thought out and well equipped
- Relatively high level of terrain expertise
Weaknesses
- Rather high weight
- Conceptually not very suitable for everyday use
The MYBIKE conclusion
Canyon also builds the most affordable gravel bike, the Grizl 6, as a consistent off-road bike. The ergonomics and handling of the bike are particularly impressive across the board. The brakes and gears of the affordable GRX put many more expensive trekking models in the shade. This makes it a great gravel athlete, not just for beginners. - Barbara Merz-Weigandt, Editor-in-Chief MYBIKE
Alternative models: Gravel bikes - fast and comfortable
Cube Nuroad C:62 One: Test winner for under 2000 euros
The price-performance ratio of the recently relaunched Cube Nuroad C:62 is unbeatable. Even the cheapest model Cube Nuroad C:62 One for 1999 euros has carbon handlebars and a carbon frame and weighs well under 10 kilograms. The Cube Nuroad C:62 Race is the even sportier version of our Test winner. The Nuroad Race FE with aluminium frame once again took the Test victory for gravel bikes with full equipment.
Giant Revolt Advanced 3
With its comfortable and uncomplicated character, Giant's Carbon Graveler is one of the all-round favourites of our sister magazine TOUR. The double crankset offers a wide gear ratio and the riding characteristics are also impressive off-road. Price: A fair 2499 euros >> available here.
Cervélo Aspero GRX 820
Admittedly: At 4899 euros, the Cervélo really isn't a bargain. However, the Canadians offer a real super bike which, despite its sporty riding position, also scores points for comfort thanks to the super-light carbon frame. Hardly a gravel bike was The weight is only around 8.5 kilograms.
Adrian Kaether
Editor
