One other customized Cape Epic cross-country bike for the week is that this restricted Canyon Lux World Cup CFR Untamed version being raced by the Canyon-Sidi workforce duos. Plus, it’s a professional XC bike that you may really purchase now. Canyon made a restricted variety of Untamed workforce duplicate race bikes accessible of their on-line store in the present day. With the identical top-level XTR & DT Swiss spec they’re racing for the time being in South Africa – and at a surprisingly affordable pricetag, all issues thought-about.
They even characteristic early entry to at least one distinctive little bit of as-yet-unreleased carbon tech that you may’t get anyplace else…
Restricted version Canyon Lux World Cup CFR Untamed XC MTB
Because the Absa Cape Epic nears its finish, Canyon simply dropped a customized workforce duplicate bike, i.e. this restricted version Canyon Lux World Cup CFR Untamed.
Impressed by the nationwide animal of South Africa – the springbok antelope – Canyon then, painted the bikes of their two Canyon-Sidi workforce duos in a golden, brown & white that might mix in with the herd.
“Agile in harsh environment, lighting quick and fleet footed, whereas remarkably sturdy given its gentle weight, the springbok has advanced to thrive on the paths.” So, I assumed they had been speaking in regards to the bike for a second, there.
Tech Particulars
“The Lux World Cup Untamed works completely for me on the Cape Epic as a result of it’s such a transformer. I can grind it out in a brilliant steady aero place but in addition ship it on the unpredictable downhills with nearly the sensation of an enduro bike. It at all times seems like the proper selection.”
– Andreas Seewald, Canyon-Sidi former XCM marathon World Champion
The particular Untamed version bike is identical Canyon Lux World Cup CFR launched 2 summers in the past. However right here the 1575g CFR body is constructed up with an additional centimeter of fork suspension to barely slacken it out and tackle extra aggressive terrain. Constructed with top-level DT Swiss 232 One suspension, the 29er Lux WC CFR Untamed options 100mm of rear wheel journey mated to a 110mm fork for its XC marathon construct.
“It’s not solely the size that makes the Cape Epic so exhausting but in addition the tough terrain, numerous kilometres of singletrails and many climbing. For these circumstances Lux World Cup CFR Untamed works completely. It’s snug but in addition stiff and quick. To me is nice to trip a motorbike I can depend on throughout all race week and nonetheless have some enjoyable on the paths.”
– Martin Stošek, Canyon-Sidi
Professional Race Construct Package vs. Inventory
- Body: Canyon Lux World Cup CFR in customized Untamed paint
- Fork: 110mm DT Swiss F 232 One
- Headset: CeramicSpeed SLT bearings
- Rear Shock: 100mm DT Swiss R 232 One
- Distant: DT L2 distant lockout on BikeYoke matchmaker, plus L1 dropper distant (inventory is mixed L3 with standard band clamp)
- Handlebar: Canyon CP0008 1-piece cockpit, 90mm x 740mm (inventory is CP0036 cockpit, 70mm x 740mm
- Seatpost: DT Swiss D 232 One upside-down mechanical dropper, 30.9 x 60mm journey
- Saddle: Ergon SR10 Professional Carbon
- Grip: Ergon GXR
- Pedals: Shimano XTR Race (none on inventory bikes)
- Rear Derailleur: Shimano XTR mechanical 12-speed
- Shifter: Shimano XT (inventory is XTR)
- Crank Set: Shimano XTR M9125 with Levels powermeter (inventory is 34T, with out energy)
- Chain: Shimano M9100 12speed
- Cassette: Shimano XTR M9101 12sp, 10-51T
- Brakes: Shimano XTR M9110 2-piston, 180mm entrance & 160mm rear MT900 rotors
- Wheels: DT Swiss XRC 1200 Spline, unreleased
- Tires: Schwalbe Racing Ralph & Racing Ralph 2.35″ combo (inventory is all Ralph)
Canyon Lux WC CFR Untamed – Pricing & availability
However, Canyon made simply 100 of those particular XC race weapons for the Twentieth-anniversary version of the premier South African MTB stage-race. They provide them within the full five-size vary (XS-XL), however numbers appear restricted in sure sizes. My measurement Giant says it will be delivered in 3-10 working days, although.
The Canyon Lux World Cup CFR Untamed version sells for 8000€ with this pro-replica XTR construct. You get 110/100mm DT Swiss 232 One suspension, and unreleased all-new DT Swiss XRC 1200 carbon wheels – at a claimed 10.44kg full. That’s definitely not low cost. However in a world of 10,000€+ superbikes with all-electronic computerized every thing, there’s one thing to be stated for traditional gentle mechanical setups.
Act quick if you would like a motorbike that may without delay mix in with the pack AND stand out from the sector.
