Canyon Grizl 8 1by

The “Grizl 8 1by” model from Canyon is a versatile gravel bike, available at a price of 1,899 EUR. The bike’s frame is made of robust aluminium and is designated the Canyon Grizl AL. With a total weight of 10.18 kg, the bike offers a good balance between stability and lightness.

The Grizl 8 1by’s braking system is fitted with high-quality components. The brake levers are from the Shimano GRX RX810 series, whilst the front brake disc is a Shimano Deore XT MT800 with a maximum disc size of 160 mm. This ensures reliable braking performance in a variety of conditions. The gear system is provided by the Shimano GRX RX812 GS, supported by shift levers from the Shimano GRX RX810 series. The crankset is a Shimano RX810 with a 40T chainring and an 11-speed drivetrain, ensuring precise gear changes and efficient power transfer.

The bike’s fork is a Canyon FK0087 CF Disc, which provides additional stiffness and comfort. The specification also includes a Reflector Set as a front light and a Token Ninja Lite BB4124 bottom bracket. The bike is supplied without pedals, so that individual preferences can be taken into account.

The handlebars, a Canyon HB0063, are wrapped in Canyon Ergospeed Gel handlebar tape and are 400 mm wide. The stem, a Canyon ST0035, has a clamp diameter of 31 mm. The tyres are Schwalbe G-One Bite, 45 mm wide, fitted to a DT Swiss G1800 Spline SH11 wheelset. The wheel size is 27 inches or 630 mm.

The saddle is a Fizik Argo Terra X5, fitted to a Canyon S15 VCLS 2.0 CF seatpost with a length of 350 mm. Additional features include a Canyon Organza Bag, a Canyon Starter Box and a Canyon Quick Start Guide.

The frame geometry is carefully designed with a reach of 423 mm, a stack of 612 mm, a seat tube length of 432 mm and a top tube length of 532 mm. The seat tube angle is 73 degrees, the head tube length is 122 mm and 27 mm spacers are fitted. The standover height is 730 mm and the crank length is 170 mm. The wheelbase is specified as 1 mm.

In summary, the Canyon Grizl 8 1by offers a well-thought-out combination of high-quality components and carefully engineered geometry, making it the ideal companion for gravel adventures.