![]() The stem is the right length (40 mm) and the width of the handlebar is spot on (780 mm). ![]() The in-house Canyon G5 cockpit suits the overall concept of the bike perfectly. ![]() The Shapeshifter will automatically switch to the desired mode at the next opportunity. With the new Shapeshifter all you’ve got to do is press the respective lever for descending and climbing. In the past, it took practice and a little skill to switch between modes. Prices for the new Strive starts at € 2,999 – the price of our test bike is € 5,499. The two CFR models are fitted with 170mm travel forks, while the others have 160 mm travel. There are four models based on the more entry-level CF frame and two specced with a 300g lighter CFR frame. Canyon will only be offering carbon fibre frames, but you have a choice between two different fibre grades. The RockShox suspension consists of a Super Deluxe shock and a Lyrik RC2 fork. The Team model we tested has 150 mm of travel at the rear and 170 mm in the front. As we’ve come to expect from Canyon, the Strive’s componentry is top notch. But if you look closely, you will recognise that besides the larger 29″ wheels, the geometry has undergone quite a few changes. The frame shape is similar to that of its predecessor and the new Shapeshifter is neatly hidden in the rocker link. At first glance, the new Canyon Strive CFR doesn’t look revolutionary.
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