The Aeroad has been a huge success for Canyon, both with race victories and popularity with all kinds of riders. The addition of disc brakes has not taken away from what was a beautiful bike and one that simply looks fast! Despite the addition of discs, the recipe has remained largely unchanged, with the top-end SLX frame on test being respectable in weight and a touch lighter than the much pricier 3T Strada.
The integrated cockpit design helps give a clean look, with all cables including the Di2 junction box hidden away, although it remains easy to get to for charging and adjustment purposes. The downside is that it’s harder and more expensive should you wish to change from the standard sizing, so check the sizes carefully before ordering. Despite…
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Bikes Etc (Digital) - 1 Issue, February 2018