Canyon's new Grail has tyre clearance of 57mm, a 'revolution rather than an evolution' according to our tester
German brand jumps on the aero gravel bandwagon, optimising the frame architecture for realistic race speeds of 35km/h
The third-generation Canyon Grail boasts a revolutionary increase in tyre clearance to 57mm, according to testing by CW's video manager Jamie Williams. This is a significant leap from its predecessor, which only had clearance for 45mm tyres. The development of the Grail's increased tyre clearance was a direct result of working closely with Rosa Klöser, a champion gravel racer who won Unbound in 2024.
She chose Canyon over their competitors due to the promise of a gravel race bike that could accommodate wide tyres up to 2.25 inches in diameter. This newfound ability for the Grail to handle wider tyres has the potential to make it a more versatile and faster gravel race bike, especially for riders who prefer tackling challenging terrain.
Despite this upgrade, the Grail remains compatible only with 1x groupsets, focusing on a streamlined approach to gravel racing without overemphasizing aerodynamics.
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