Opinions/experience of Canyon latest road bikes?

[tuffer]

I have an Aeroad CF that I am very happy with, great specification. Also have a pair of Nerve AL mountain bikes which we am very happy with. Only time I did get let down was when I tried to buy a Ultimate CF SLX SL for my wife and they failed to deliver on the provided date and then it was going to be delayed for a further 8 weeks so I cancelled. The same bike is now available from stock so I may re-order.

[johnnywb]

Other than the brakes point, does anyone know if you were to order the bike to be delivered to Europe, and paid in Euros, would that present any issues with Canyon UK in the future if there were a problem? (i.e. would they go, "it's not one of the UK bikes, so you'll have to speak to the country it was shipped to")

[nacnac]

I've experianced no problems in this respect. There is a little play in the dropper post on my mountain bike (which got sent to Spain) and I have organised to send the post back to Canyon UK when I am next in the country so they seem to be quite accommodating in that respect.

[Gren]

The missus is loving her 4 week old Endurace. As always cracking value for money. £900 for full 105 and Mavic wheels.

Not a problem buying online based on my 3 year old Nerve not having put a wheel wrong.

[BlueNGT]

Daveyraveygravey said:

I'm not worrying too much about how comfy it will be on an 8 hour ride. I don't do that many long long rides so am not letting it influence my decision too much.

That is a point to consider - at most I probably would only do a 3 hour ride, maybe a 4 maximum. If the Aeroad was comfortable enough for that I would love one as it is one of my favourite looking bikes around.

tuffer said:

I have an Aeroad CF that I am very happy with, great specification.

Could I ask - do you use your Aeroad for Time Trial or Triathlon, or just everyday normal rides? Is it suited to all out speed or would it be ok for a quick 25/30 mile ride on pretty flat stuff with too much trouble and not shake the life out of me? Then longer of a weekend but no TT/Triathlon/Iron Man stuff?

It's pretty flat where I live so the few hundred gram difference between the Ultimate CF and Aeroad would'nt make a big difference. I know you shouldn't be swayed by the look of a bike but it is a factor when looking around.

Trying to sell myself an Aeroad here

Edited to correct it 'wouldnt' make any difference..thanks okgo

Edited by BlueNGT on Saturday 21st February 17:07

[okgo]

The cf is going to likely have a harsher ride than the aeroad due to it being quite difficult to make aero tubes as stiff as non. And no bike apart from an actual time trial bike is 'suited to all out riding' any more than another really. It's your legs doing the pedalling after all!

Not sure if you got mixed up but if it's flat where you live the few hundred grams will make no difference at all. Even if you live in the Lake District it will still make almost no difference so don't worry too much about that.

Edited by okgo on Saturday 21st February 17:04

Edited by okgo on Saturday 21st February 17:04

[tuffer]

BlueNGT said:

Daveyraveygravey said:

I'm not worrying too much about how comfy it will be on an 8 hour ride. I don't do that many long long rides so am not letting it influence my decision too much.

That is a point to consider - at most I probably would only do a 3 hour ride, maybe a 4 maximum. If the Aeroad was comfortable enough for that I would love one as it is one of my favourite looking bikes around.

tuffer said:

I have an Aeroad CF that I am very happy with, great specification.

Could I ask - do you use your Aeroad for Time Trial or Triathlon, or just everyday normal rides? Is it suited to all out speed or would it be ok for a quick 25/30 mile ride on pretty flat stuff with too much trouble and not shake the life out of me? Then longer of a weekend but no TT/Triathlon/Iron Man stuff?

It's pretty flat where I live so the few hundred gram difference between the Ultimate CF and Aeroad would make a big difference. I know you shouldn't be swayed by the look of a bike but it is a factor when looking around.

Trying to sell myself an Aeroad here

I just use it for everyday rides, longest I have done is 100 miles. Its stiff but I have nothing else to compare it to.

[BlueNGT]

okgo said:

The cf is going to likely have a harsher ride than the aeroad due to it being quite difficult to make aero tubes as stiff as non. And no bike apart from an actual time trial bike is 'suited to all out riding' any more than another really. It's your legs doing the pedalling after all!

Not sure if you got mixed up but if it's flat where you live the few hundred grams will make no difference at all. Even if you live in the Lake District it will still make almost no difference so don't worry too much about that.

Edited by okgo on Saturday 21st February 17:04

Edited by okgo on Saturday 21st February 17:04

Sorry, typo, should have said wouldn't make any difference.

[Gruffy]

The few reviews I've read on the 2015 Aeroad have been flattering about its comfort levels. For an aero bike. I'll report back once I've ridden and adjusted to mine.

[Silvs]

Another one who has a new Canyon MTB (Nerve) - It is nothing short of fantastic! I love riding every second on it. With the spec that it has nothing could come close. I am completely sold on the brand and will be buying from them again.

[ALawson]

Gruffy said:

The few reviews I've read on the 2015 Aeroad have been flattering about its comfort levels. For an aero bike. I'll report back once I've ridden and adjusted to mine.

Gruffy, have you seen the BikesEtc review? 9.3/10!

[spongy]

I have the aeroad from last year, the team cf with di2 etc and some full on carbon rims......and I love it. for the money I think its spot on.

[Gruffy]

ALawson said:

Gruffy, have you seen the BikesEtc review? 9.3/10!

And one of their rare Gold Awards.

[Ponk]

I spotted this the other day. Well worth getting a BC race license even if just for the discount. I think the Aeroad is top of my next bike list, that and the Propel. That's a long way off though.

https://www.canyon.com/en/service/sponsoring.html

[BlueNGT]

tuffer said:

I just use it for everyday rides, longest I have done is 100 miles. Its stiff but I have nothing else to compare it to.

I can deal with stiff so long as its not bone shattering, thanks.

Gruffy said:

The few reviews I've read on the 2015 Aeroad have been flattering about its comfort levels. For an aero bike. I'll report back once I've ridden and adjusted to mine.

Great stuff, look forward to hearing about it. Thanks

spongy said:

I have the aeroad from last year, the team cf with di2 etc and some full on carbon rims......and I love it. for the money I think its spot on.

If I was to go Aeroad I would be getting the CF SLX 7.0 Di2.

I am 6ft, have done all the measurements as per their site, inseam, upper body, arm length, shoulder width and it comes out with a Medium (56). My inseam is shorter than average though according to their guide. When people have ordered have you ordered from the sizing guidance on the Canyon website - if so has the size been pretty close to what you expected (personal fine tuning aside)?

Thanks for all the feedback so far

[Gruffy]

I'm 6'4" and was prompted to go for a L. It's a nervous wait for it to arrive as I'd have instinctively gone for an XL. I queried it but they were confident in their wizards decision. Apparently the Aeroad does come up larger than its size.

[tuffer]

Gruffy said:

I'm 6'4" and was prompted to go for a L. It's a nervous wait for it to arrive as I'd have instinctively gone for an XL. I queried it but they were confident in their wizards decision. Apparently the Aeroad does come up larger than its size.

I am 6'1" and have a large, it has always felt just a little too large so should be perfect for you.

[JEA1K]

Ponk said:

I spotted this the other day. Well worth getting a BC race license even if just for the discount. I think the Aeroad is top of my next bike list, that and the Propel. That's a long way off though.

https://www.canyon.com/en/service/sponsoring.html

The only thing I would say about buying online is that there must be zero chance for a 'deal'. Most bike shops will give you 10% straight off on a current years bike but buying online doesn't really give you that ...

[ALawson]

Gruffy said:

And one of their rare Gold Awards.

The Cervelo did get 10/10 for the frame though!

[tuffer]

JEA1K said:

Ponk said:

I spotted this the other day. Well worth getting a BC race license even if just for the discount. I think the Aeroad is top of my next bike list, that and the Propel. That's a long way off though.

https://www.canyon.com/en/service/sponsoring.html

The only thing I would say about buying online is that there must be zero chance for a 'deal'. Most bike shops will give you 10% straight off on a current years bike but buying online doesn't really give you that ...

But in terms of value you are probably saving far more than 10%, Canyon also have an Outlet section with further reductions. Not always a huge saving on their list prices but there are some bargains to be had.