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Canyon Delivers More Wheel Options With the 2022 Sender CFR

Dec 14, 2021
by Matt Beer  
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Canyon's Sender CFR should need no introduction, claiming the top step of the UCI World Cup Downhill podiums multiple times this past season under pilots Troy Bronson, Tahnée Seagrave, and Phoebe Gale. It was also a standout in Dan Robert's downhill bike shootout last year for having the "utmost composure in every situation".

For 2022, the Sender CFR comes in the same orange/grey color scheme that the Canyon CLLCTV downhill squad rocked for 2021 with a more subtle black and silver option on tap too. The biggest news here is that although the geometry and kinematics remain the same, Canyon is now offering the medium frame in a full 29er option and the size large with mixed wheels.

A trick feature about the Sender CFR lies in the headset adjustment cups to alter the reach by 8 mm +/- from the stock setting. This really bridges the gap between sizes closer than other brands. Adjustability doesn't end there though, the chainstays on the six-bar suspension can be increased by 10 mm from 435 on the mixed wheeled bikes and from 445 onwards for the 29ers.

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Fresh builds, like the Sender CFR Underdog, kick off at € 4,699, lining you up with a RockShox Boxxer Ultimate and Super Deluxe Coil Ultimate. The Sender CFR checks out at € 5,999, laced with a full SRAM XO1 DH kit, Code RSC brakes, and a Fox Factory 40 fork and DHX2 shock. Both packages are equipped with DT Swiss FR560 rims, Maxxis DHR II tires, and Canyon's G5 cockpit.

For full details on the build kits, geometry, and availability in your region, head over to Canyon.com.

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78 Comments
  • 53 3
 What if you break it and the warranty department suspects you used it on a downhill track. Will they cover it?
  • 2 0
 don't get it, what's the background?
  • 28 2
 its a category 5 rating, which for canyon means 5cm jumps. any higher and those pesky "external forces" are coming for your frame
  • 108 0
 I don't think you'll be able to Sender back
  • 8 0
 Why not? Cat.5 = "These bikes can be used by technically adept and experienced riders to tackle very challenging, extremely steep terrain with a high number of obstacles. In this category, big jumps are to be expected as well as intensive use in bike parks or on downhill courses. It is essential that these bikes are fully examined for any potential damage after every ride. Further use when using damaged parts could lead to a major component malfunction. In addition, safety-relevant parts should be replaced at regular intervals. Wearing appropriate protective gear is absolutely essential. This category includes long-travel full-suspension bikes as well as dirt bikes."
www.canyon.com/en-us/mountain-bikes/downhill-bikes/sender/sender-cfr-29-underdog/3203.html
  • 6 0
 @aecx: Yet the Strive, EWS winning bike under Jack Moir, is a level 4 "Extended and regular use in bike parks and tackling “North Shore” sections should be avoided."
  • 3 0
 @pisgahgnar: is that really how they categorize the strive? An enduro bike they don’t want you to take to the bike park, uh ok that’ll be a no from me
  • 1 0
 @sudochuckwalla: Straight from the website: "This category also covers the requirements of categories 1-3. In addition it includes use on very harsh, obstacle-scattered terrain with steep gradients and consequently higher speeds. Regular, moderate jumps pose no problem for experienced riders when using these bikes. Extended and regular use in bike parks and tackling “North Shore” sections should be avoided. Due to increased stresses, these bikes should be checked for damage after every ride. Full suspension bikes with mid-level travel are typical in this category."
  • 1 0
 My Canyon Torque was broken the majority of the time I owned it. Luckily I did get a replacement frame eventually and then immediately sold it.
  • 46 0
 Fun fact: you can‘t officially use the -8mm headset cup with a rock shox boxxer ... thank‘s to paul astons youtube channel for pointing that out ... funny that it‘s still getting advertised like that
  • 4 0
 Why not
  • 42 0
 @GZMS: Well it's either because the Boxxer don't like the smell of it or because the crowns collide.
  • 5 0
 Acc. I see that they state on new page that -8 does work only with Fox
  • 2 0
 @zawiasbartek: -8 seems to be borderline for the old Fox 40, because my -10mm headset left some nasty marks...
  • 11 0
 @trippleacht: must be the smell.
  • 4 0
 Good shout on his channel. Subbed and been watching all afternoon.
  • 3 0
 It has always been quite clear, at least on their french page "-8/0/+8 mm (FOX) ou +8/0 mm (RockShox)"
  • 19 0
 Bottom spec model over 5k… direct to consumer value babbbyyy!
  • 6 0
 Guess they want people to buy the torque instead. bottom spec sender still has boxxer ultimate, GX DH and a carbon frame
  • 1 0
 @DanielP07: kinda makes sense I suppose, but purchases on the Torques are still limited in the U.S! Though the torque does seem like the ultimate do it all park bike…
  • 4 4
 Who sells full on carbon dh bikes cheaper then 5k I'll wait...
  • 3 0
 @mhoshal: Well, as of last year, Canyon.
  • 2 0
 @mhoshal: YT even though the warranty department is non existent.
  • 3 1
 @mhoshal: propain
  • 1 0
 @bikefuturist: Not in the U.S yet, was looking to get my hands on one of dem...
  • 1 0
 I hope they'll have an alu version as well
  • 3 0
 Given a dual crown fork is nearly $2k and a carbon frame is about $3k+, I'd say unless you're expecting free wheels and components, it will cost well over $5k.
  • 2 0
 @foggnm: I think we just listed some companies that provide a fairer price
  • 1 0
 @Gwizard: can confirm it's not the worst for pedaling either, and now you can throw a dual crown AND water bottle on it
  • 2 0
 @EnsBen: it might honestly be a good privateer bike if you raced enduro and downhill. Although the warranty might be an issue
  • 23 8
 Huge fuck up. Really needed a full 27.5
  • 3 2
 Fact
  • 1 0
 Yea for realz
  • 5 4
 Just run a 27.5 front wheel, the longer axle to crown of the 29er fork will retain most of the geo especially with a 27.5 rear-end and you can still run a 29 front on race-day. Full 27.5 doesn't sell
  • 1 1
 @rowanpzc: Exactly.
  • 1 0
 wheres the mini mullet??
  • 1 0
 @rowanpzc: many riders are realizing big wheels really aren't that versatile for more freeride style biking. Seems like every new bike update on here has more and more people disappointed in only mixed and full 29 options
  • 2 0
 @rowanpzc: the answer is really simple. Design bike as 29er, add flipchip to run as mullet, create a spacer to correct geo running a 27.5 on a 29er fork (GG have one to create their models from one front triangle and the angle spacer is already on the market). Include spacer with every bike, keep some stock of spare wheels in warehouse. Switch out one or both wheels prior to shipping when order comes in.
  • 7 0
 My codes on my capra are at least 2 years old and just work. Never fiddle with them just replace pads and keep riding. They sucked before brake in now there monsters! Work perfect. Set and forget. Smile
  • 7 0
 Ah yes, the “Riding our bikes voids the warranty” company.
  • 2 0
 Looking at the lower shock mount it shows an option for 27.5 or 29". Does this mean either bike can be ran as a mullet in the only difference is what rear wheel size you get? The website and this article does a poor job of mentioning that even though it's in all the photos.
  • 4 0
 No more alloy, no more cheap version. That’s sound the end of affordable dh era
  • 1 0
 and 27.5
  • 1 0
 Matching a few sentiments here......where is the alloy 27.5/27.5? Or are Canyon just sending those after dual 27.5 to the Torque now? To be fair, the alloy Sender was a 7 year old design, wouldnt be surprised if Canyon are sitting back and watching and will announce an updated alloy version......
  • 1 1
 Never really run sram brakes but loved my xt lever/zee caliper set up for brute force but have had hope e4s with 220/200 mm rotors and that gives me the Shimano power with the great lever feel that hope are rightly famous for. Doesn't hurt that they're beautiful and extremely well made with great home serviceability either
  • 3 0
 Last years FMD model looks like it was a steal now.
  • 1 0
 Are they now making an aluminum model any more, or is that coming out later?
  • 1 0
 Good luck trying to raise a warranty claim with them! Dreadful service.
  • 1 0
 Rather have that Sturn V2. Drooling noises..
  • 1 0
 Dang, I hoped for that 36/29er Mullet Option in Size S...
  • 1 0
 Another new bike release that’s not available.
  • 1 0
 no more alloy version?
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