Spectral 29

Name: Canyon Spectral 29
Brand: Canyon
Availability: Discontinued

bike2199–4499 EUR

Izcelsme

Kad Canyon izlaida Spectral 29, tas izplūdināja robežas starp taku velosipēdu un enduro velosipēdu. Ar 160mm priekšā un 64 grādu stūres leņķi tas bija agresīvāks nekā iepriekšējā paaudze, apmierinot braucējus, kuri vēlējās Strive līdzīgas nobrauciena spējas bez sarežģītās Shapeshifter tehnoloģijas. 1. paaudze (2020-2023): Sākotnējais Spectral platformas lēciens uz 29 collu riteņiem, ar 150mm aizmugurē / 160mm priekšā gājienu.

Specifikācijas

Rāmis: CF ogleklis vai AL alumīnijs (2023. gada klāsts)
Svars: kg
Transmisija: Shimano SLX/XT 12-ātrumu līdz SRAM GX AXS (vēsturiskais 2023)
Bremzes: hidrauliskās disku bremzes - Shimano SLX/XT, SRAM Code R
Riteņi: 29" DT Swiss XM1700, DT Swiss EX1700

Verdikts

+Stiprās puses

Class-leading value: direct-to-consumer pricing puts XT/Fox-36 builds well below comparably-specced bikes from other brands.
Triple Phase Horst-link rear suspension is praised as 'some of the best in the business' — supple off the top, supportive mid-stroke, progressive at the end.
Modern, confidence-inspiring geometry (64° head angle, generous reach, 437 mm chainstays) makes it effortless and stable on steep, rough descents.
160/150 mm travel with a Fox 36 makes it noticeably more capable than a typical trail bike, edging into light-enduro territory.
Thoughtful frame details: molded protection, replaceable inserts, internal routing and the adjustable flip-chip.

−Vājās puses

460 mm seat tube is on the long side, limiting how much dropper travel taller riders can fit — a recurring critique.
Rear suspension is sensitive to shock setup: too much pressure feels harsh, too little gives traction but noticeable pedal bob.
Without the climb-switch engaged the bike bobs under power, so climbing efficiency relies on using the platform.
On lower/mid builds the parts package (e.g. GX Eagle, G2 brakes, base-damper fork) lacks the refinement of higher-tier components at the price.
Buy-online-only model: no test rides, self-assembly required, and warranty/fit handled remotely.