While the new Canyon Endurace CFR grabbed headlines with its pro geometry and wind-tunnel optimised design when it was released in April, the lack of options beneath the highest level meant it was never going to be the best-selling model in Canyon’s road bikes range.
However, joining the CFR today are two new models – the CF SLX and the CF. The surprising thing is these are not less expensive iterations of the new Endurace CFR, they are two distinctly different frame designs from both each other and the CFR.
That means the Endurace range now consists of the entry-level AL, the mid-range CF, performance-level SLX and the pro-level CFR – four models and four different bike designs.
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Canyon Endurace CF SLX
The CF SLX, like the CFR, has been designed and developed with aerodynamics in mind. However, with the SLX it's not to the same extent as the near Aeroad-matching drag of the CFR.
The CF SLX has an optimised head tube, integrated cockpit and aero-profile tubes throughout. That results in 209W system drag at 45kph – only 4 watts more than the CFR (and 5 more than the Aeroad CFR).
The CF SLX’s down tube is a completely different shape.
Rather than being deep and aerofoil-shaped, it has an aero profile that broadens its girth just before the bottle mounts to incorporate a large storage port. This can take a multi-tool, tyre levers and a C02 pump (all included with the bike), plus a stowing bag for a spare tube, or sealant and plugs.
It’s a far more usable space than the previous generation's small stow chamber in the top tube.
The CF SLX gains practicality, where the CFR was stripped down for racing. So, alongside the down-tube storage, the tyre clearance has been increased to a generous 38mm. It also has fittings for Canyon’s own Fast fenders, while the UDH dropout is intended to make the bike future-proof.
New cockpit and seatpost
Up front, the new PACE bar one-piece cockpit offers 50mm of width adjustment and 20mm of height. It also comes with a new ergonomic compact drop (108mm) and 8-degree flare that’s matched to the Endurace SLX sport geometry. This means it’s both taller and shorter than the equivalent CFR for a slightly more upright ride position, aimed at all-day comfort.
Additional vibration-damping comfort comes in the form of Canyon’s all-new aero-shaped VCLS seatpost. Canyon claims this design gives 25% more compliance compared to a rigid post.
The wheelbase is longer than the previous Endurace. Canyon says this enables it to keep the race-inspired handling but add a layer of confidence-boosting stability.
The CF SLX range is priced from £3,799 / €3,999 for a SRAM Rival AXS bike with Canyon’s new ED 42 CF carbon wheels and tops out with a Dura-Ace Di2 model with DT Swiss ERC1400 wheels and a power meter for £6,649 / €6,999.
Canyon Endurace CF SLX sport endurance geometry
| Size | 2XS | XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rider height | 159-165cm | 165-171cm | 171-178cm | 178-185cm | 185-192cm | 192-198cm | 198-204cm |
| Seat tube | 432mm | 462mm | 492mm | 522mm | 552mm | 582mm | 612mm |
| Top tube length | 533mm | 544mm | 553mm | 562mm | 577mm | 593mm | 608mm |
| Head tube length | 103mm | 123mm | 141mm | 161mm | 183mm | 208mm | 229mm |
| Head angle | 70.3 | 71 | 71.8 | 72.5 | 72.5 | 72.8 | 72.8 |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5 | 73.5 | 73.5 | 73.5 | 73.5 | 73.5 | 73.5 |
| Chainstay | 418mm | 418mm | 418mm | 413mm | 418mm | 418mm | 418mm |
| Wheelbase | 999mm | 1005mm | 1008mm | 1009mm | 1025mm | 1039mm | 1054mm |
| Effective stack | 611mm | 632mm | 650mm | 671mm | 693mm | 719mm | 739mm |
| Effective reach | 502mm | 518mm | 533mm | 546mm | 565mm | 584mm | 603mm |
Canyon Endurace CF
The CF, in comparison to the CF SLX and CFR, looks a far more traditional bike. In fact, it’s quite reminiscent of the original 2014 Endurace, with its slender tubes, and skinny fork and stays.
The frame is up to date, however, with generous 38mm tyre clearances, a UDH dropout and a light weight of only 950g.
The standard cockpit routes the cables/hoses under the stem and into the head tube, keeping things clean and simple. The frame gets mudguard/fender mounts for Canyon’s own Defend Fast fenders, and you can still run 35mm-wide tyres with mudguards in place.
Updated VCLS post brings 20mm of compliance
All models come with the new 27.2mm-diameter round VCLS 2.0 seatpost. This leaf-spring like carbon post is more compliant than previous versions and offers up to 20mm of vertical flex to smooth out bumpy road surfaces. The post also comes with a recess that means a direct interface with Canyon’s own FLASH rear lights.
The alloy cockpit features a new ergonomic alloy endurance bar that matches the shape and drop of the more expensive carbon models found on the SLR.
The CF comes in four models (and two USA-specific models) priced from £1,649 / €1,699 for the Shimano CUES 10-speed CF6 and rising to £3,149 / €3,299 for the CF 8 Di2 with Shimano Ultegra Di2 and Canyon’s new ED 42 CF wheelset.
The CF gets different geometry, too, with a slightly longer wheelbase, and more stack and less reach than the SLX.
Canyon Endurace CF endurance geometry
| Size | 2XS | XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rider height | 159-165cm | 165-171cm | 171-178cm | 178-185cm | 185-192cm | 192-198cm | 198-204cm |
| Seat tube | 432mm | 462mm | 492mm | 522mm | 552mm | 582mm | 612mm |
| Top tube length | 537mm | 547mm | 557mm | 565mm | 580mm | 596mm | 619mm |
| Head tube length | 104mm | 123mm | 139mm | 168mm | 180mm | 204mm | 226mm |
| Head angle | 70.3 | 71 | 71.8 | 72.5 | 72.5 | 72.8 | 72.8 |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5 | 73.5 | 73.5 | 73.5 | 73.5 | 73.5 | 73.5 |
| Chainstay | 420mm | 420mm | 420mm | 420mm | 420mm | 420mm | 420mm |
| Wheelbase | 1006mm | 1010mm | 1013mm | 1014mm | 1030mm | 1043mm | 1067mm |
| Effective stack | 619mm | 639mm | 656mm | 677mm | 699mm | 724mm | 744mm |
| Effective reach | 501mm | 516mm | 531mm | 544mm | 563mm | 582mm | 599mm |
Canyon Endurace CF SLX and CF pricing
| | GBP £ | EUR € | Groupset | Wheels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Endurace CF 5 | 1,649 | 1,699 | Shimano CUES | DT Swiss Endurance LN |
| Endurace CF 7 | 2,199 | 2,299 | Shimano 105 | Newmen G.34 |
| Endurace CF 7 AXS | 2,849 | 2,999 | SRAM Rival AXS | DT Swiss Endurance LN |
| Endurace CF 8 Di2 | 3,149 | 3,299 | Shimano Ultegra Di2 | Canyon ED 42 CF |
| Endurace CF SLX 7 Di2 | 3,799 | 3,999 | SRAM Rival AXS | Canyon ED 42 CF |
| Endurace CF SLX 7 AXS | 3,799 | 3,999 | Shimano 105 Di2 | DT Swiss ERC 1600mm 35mm |
| Endurace CF SLX 8 Di2 | 4,299 | 4,499 | Shimano Ultegra Di2 | DT Swiss ERC 1600mm 35mm |
| Endurace CF SLX 9 DI2 | 6,649 | 6,999 | Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 | DT Swiss ERC 1400mm 35mm |
New Canyon wheels
Launching alongside the new CF SLX and CF models are Canyon’s own in-house developed wheels. The new ED 42 CF, as the name suggests, is based around a 42mm-deep carbon rim with a 33mm external width and 25mm internal hooked profile. Canyon says the rim is optimised for tyres from 29mm and integrates perfectly with a 32mm-wide road tyre.
The rims are laced to DT Swiss 350 hubs with DT’s Aero Comp II spokes and come with a claimed weight of 715g front and 835g rear, amounting to 1,550g a pair for the XDR freehub model.
The wheels come as standard on the new Endurace CF SLX 7 AXS and CF 8 Di2. They're also available aftermarket for €999, while Canyon-registered owners who have a bike with aluminium wheels from the past three years can get at 10% discount on the new wheels.
