TELL ME MORE ABOUT CANYON ROADLITE 5.0 ROAD BIKE

bcun

Hi again guys,i am back again cos me head is wrecked looking at all these different road bikes available before i finally decide which is the best one to buy.... ok here go,s,,, was nearly 99.9 all set to go for new specialized allez sport priced at 825.00 euro,but i have just come across this canyon roadlite 5.0 bike online priced at 849.00 euro plus 50.00 euro shipping = 900.00 euro...... The spec on it looks pretty good and i think a bit better than the specialized and its also quite a nice looking bike also....I NEVER HEARD of canyon bikes before and know nothing about them or where they are made etc,are they any good...I dont mind paying an extra 75.00 euro if its a much better bike and deal over the specialized..... Finally i never bought a bike online before and was wondering has anybody ever bought a canyon from this company before,and when it arrives are they easy to assemble yourself or difficult if your only a newby cyclist.....Loads of info and opinions on canyon road bikes needed please... Thanks guys....

blorg

They are a very reputable German bike company, probably originally best known for their MTBs. They make stunningly attractive bikes. Cadel Evans and the rest of Silence Lotto are riding them this year.

bcun

Ok blorg thanks for replying,thats great but would you buy the canyon roadlite 5.0 road bike over the specialized though,is it a better bike or not and worth the extra 75.00 euro do you think..Is there many lads using them on Irish roads cos i have'ent seen very many around thats all.. Check out the bike i,m talking about at www.canyon.com and tell me please what you think,a good bike and deal and better option than specialized or not.... I am certainly no bike expert thats why i need expert advice from all of you guys...Cheers............

xz

Go for it, it's a nice bike, with good components and wheels

blorg

Yes, I would unquestionably buy the Canyon, it is much better bike and looks better too in my opinion. 105 is well worth the extra over Tiagra and the wheels are better on the Canyon. It's also a fair bit lighter.

I have been out on spins with people on Canyons and they look very nice in the flesh.

bcun

Thanks for that advice xz and blorg, i presume they are easy enough to assemble yourself when you buy online,is it just a matter of putting wheels back on and a few minor adjustments here and there or is it more difficult than that...... Also where's the best place to buy some cycling gear at reasonable prices,i need new shorts,tights,shoes,jersey,waterproof jacket,helmet etc ,not looking for top brand names or anything just decent gear without paying a fortune for it,any good places you know...I,m just getting back into cycling after about 15 to 20 years break from proper cycling and its all new to me again guys....Thanks very much for all the help i really appreciate it guys...Cheers..............

sy

Hi bcun, still making up your mind on a bike:) I smiled when I read this post as I was going to recommend the Roadlite 5 or 6 over the Specialized but hadn't time to post so glad you found it.( I assumed you were only choosing between the Lappiere and the Specialized) They Canyon are beautiful bikes made by German company as previously mentioned and excellent value. A video on the site shows Gilbert finishing 3rd in the Tour of Flanders on one of them. I am interested in the Ultimate CF myself as it is the best value out there for the components included, likewise the Roadlite 5 or 6 or any of the bikes for that matter. Just go and order it! The shipping cost is €38.40 but they suggest a bikebox for an additional €16.90 which I would recommend.
As for buying gear online there are a few sites like PBK, Chainreaction and Wiggle all have free postage to Ireland and I have used all of them with no problems. So get the card out and start ordering before the season is over.;)

bcun

Hi sy, thanks for your post mate,you have finally made my mind up,its now going to be a canyon roadlite 5.0 road bike for me so..... I will be turning the big 40 years old in june 09 and i,m going to treat myself to a nice new road bike for my Birthday an for reaching that milestone in my life.....We only get one life so you might as well have fun and enjoy it while we are on this planet,,dont you agree... And thanks again mate....Cheers....

El.duderino

OLD THREAD HAULED FROM THE DEPTHS.

Which would you pick. Its good spec vs boardmans carbon? At least one 3 hour spin a week and Weekly dole slip delivery:rolleyes:

Canyon roadlite 7.0

VS

Halfords Finest !...

Or have I missed something else. It must be black and cool or i,m not putting my hairy! legs near it.:)

bcun

:)Hi El Duderino,

Here is my honest opinion ok,they are both lovely bikes but if i was buying either i would defo go for the boardman from halfords for a couple of reasons.....1. Boardman is carbon frame which is better and lighter than canyons aluminium frame,2.Boardman is almost same price as canyon yet its carbon as against aluminium,3.I found canyon bikes to be very nice but their customer service is absolutely woeful from any dealings i had with them and i would,ent touch them with a barge pole ever and thats just my opinion and the reason i did,ent buy a bike off them plus if you buy the boardman from halfords you will save yourself the hassle of the extra shipping charges and you will have your bike a lot quicker....Whatever you decide i hope this helps and enjoy your new bike mate...............

fatbhoy

bcun wrote: »

I found canyon bikes to be very nice but their customer service is absolutely woeful from any dealings i had with them and i would,ent touch them with a barge pole ever and thats just my opinion and the reason i did,ent buy a bike off them

I bought a Canyon mtb and found them to be great to deal with, after initially having a slight problem with them regarding them being unable to take my payment via credit card (which they've sorted now).


I'd buy another Canyon no problem, and I'd endorse them to anyone.

El.duderino

bcun wrote: »

I found canyon bikes to be very nice but their customer service is absolutely woeful ..i did,ent buy a bike off them

? Hmmm

Halfords customer service is second to none. Even If I knew that canyon employed a deaf Labrador call center. I think I,d still sleep safe at night with my canyon bike. Knowing that I did,nt have to deal with argos in orange jackets.

levitronix

Bcun i have a canyon on my shopping list for late this year, last year they had a great sale towards the end of the year, they had 500 euro off some of the higher specd bikes, so fingers crossed i ll be ordering my speedmax 9.0 when the season is over and i ll grab a bargain

D!armu!d

I have a canyon ordered and have been waiting a good while for delivery. They look like a good bike, but the service would have me worried if it ever developed any problems and I had to deal with getting it sorted out in Germany.

levitronix

what did you buy ?

D!armu!d

levitronix wrote: »

what did you buy ?

Ordered an Ultimate CF frameset

Lumen

D!armu!d wrote: »

Ordered an Ultimate CF frameset

Oooh, which colour?

levitronix

Thats going to be nice, you ll have to post pics on the site when it comes

heffsarmy

I bought a canyon ultimate cf bike 2years ago, found them no hassle at all to deal with. I just put a new set off dura ace cl 7850 wheels on yesterday, look the business.

D!armu!d

Lumen wrote: »

Oooh, which colour?

Went for the black. Was thinking about getting the green but decided to play it safe since you can't see how they look in the flesh.

bcun

:)As i have already said lads and i will say it again,the canyon bikes are really lovely bikes and i never said they were not,but their customer service is complete ****e and their are far too many other excellent companies out there to choose from that offer excellent customer service when purchasing top of the range bikes that cost lots of hard earned bucks so i would take my business else where to a company that appreciates it especially in these difficult times of recession,so READ BETWEEN THE LINES PEOPLE................

ednwireland

bcun wrote: »

:)As i have already said lads and i will say it again,the canyon bikes are really lovely bikes and i never said they were not,but their customer service is complete ****e and their are far too many other excellent companies out there to choose from that offer excellent customer service when purchasing top of the range bikes that cost lots of hard earned bucks so i would take my business else where to a company that appreciates it especially in these difficult times of recession,so READ BETWEEN THE LINES PEOPLE................

yeh cos halfords are known for their great service

El.duderino

5 week build time for canyon I wanted. Even if it was 5 years, I dont think I could ever cross the final frontier into halfords and part with €€€. I Bought 2nd hand Focus cayo tonight. Thats more than enough for a MTBer. Give me a wave if you see me in the park. I,m the one with full face helmet.:)

D!armu!d

Have been waiting an age for the chainset to be delivered, so this is all I have so far...

TinyExplosions

blorg wrote: »

I have been out on spins with people on Canyons and they look very nice in the flesh.

People that ride Canyons are more attractive than non-Canyon riders?

I gotta get me one so...

Lumen

D!armu!d wrote: »

Have been waiting an age for the chainset to be delivered, so this is all I have so far...

That looks amazing. I hate you.

levitronix

Looks the biz so far im impressed

el tel

I've been thinking about buying a Canyon frameset but am really put off by the numerous stories about poor customer service. I ideally I will have the bike built up during August but can't be sure that a frame ordered now will even reach me by then.

DHFrame

el tel wrote: »

I've been thinking about buying a Canyon frameset but am really put off by the numerous stories about poor customer service. I ideally I will have the bike built up during August but can't be sure that a frame ordered now will even reach me by then.

Canyon do not have a bad service. I have dealt with them recently on very un-important trivial stuff and they were very, very helpful. I have had a friend who returned a Yellowstone 5.0 and they couldn't have been more helpful....halfords....come on, some douche bag in Leeds nearly sold me a womans GT mountain bike when some stranger came up and said, I couldn't help over hearing but that is a womans bike right? That was 5 years ago when I didnt know what I was doing but t shows that you are much better off dealing with Canyon the manufacturer than 'Argos'... BTW Headlight bulbs for my Nissan Almera cost me nearly €50 when they were really a tenner down at motorfactors..... now read between the lines guys.....

redmaxi

I bought a MTB off them (CANYON) last month. It was delivered within a week of ordering. Very happy with it.

5T3PH3N

redmaxi wrote: »

I bought a MTB off them (CANYON) last month. It was delivered within a week of ordering. Very happy with it.

Can I ask which model you got, and is it a 2010 or 2011? I'm looking at getting the AL8.0 and would just like to get some more info, cheers.

DHFrame

5T3PH3N wrote: »

Can I ask which model you got, and is it a 2010 or 2011? I'm looking at getting the AL8.0 and would just like to get some more info, cheers.

I'm ordering a black AL8 today : ) I was gonna go red but there is a waiting time on it atm..

fran oconnor

i have the 5.0 on order still,they are saying week 47 it should be shipped so i think thats some time next week.looking forword to getting it i'll post back when it gets here..

Lemag

DHFrame wrote: »

I'm ordering a black AL8 today : ) I was gonna go red but there is a waiting time on it atm..

If you've ordered it have you used the Bike Fit calculator? What are your measurements and what size are you ordering and/or was recommended? I'm looking at the AL 6.0 to get as much out of the BTW scheme as possible.

DHFrame

Lemag wrote: »

If you've ordered it have you used the Bike Fit calculator? What are your measurements and what size are you ordering and/or was recommended? I'm looking at the AL 6.0 to get as much out of the BTW scheme as possible.

Well. I have a crappy cheap GT atm which is a medium frame. After putting all my data in accurately it tells me I need a medium, which is available immediately according to the website. Went into Cycle Superstore in Dublin yesterday and was looking at the shed load of Lapierre bikes they have. Even Lapierre's at €1600 don't have as good equip as the AL 6 which is 999. The Lapierre Carbons are still heavier than the Canyon AL8.

I am researching a bike computer atm.. would love an altimeter with data that can be reviewed on a PC. Know any any decent price? Don't want to pay any more that €80 really.

DHFrame

http://videos.mtb-news.de/videos/view/7144/h

http://videos.mtb-news.de/videos/view/8811/h

5T3PH3N

DHFrame wrote: »

Well. I have a crappy cheap GT atm which is a medium frame. After putting all my data in accurately it tells me I need a medium, which is available immediately according to the website. Went into Cycle Superstore in Dublin yesterday and was looking at the shed load of Lapierre bikes they have. Even Lapierre's at €1600 don't have as good equip as the AL 6 which is 999. The Lapierre Carbons are still heavier than the Canyon AL8.

I am researching a bike computer atm.. would love an altimeter with data that can be reviewed on a PC. Know any any decent price? Don't want to pay any more that €80 really.

Yeah the AL 8 seems the best for the money. To get any other bike with this spec seems impossible for this price.

I'm looking at a black medium too after putting in all my details in? Can you post some pics when yours arrives, and a bit of a review, id love to find out as much as i can before deciding on it.

DHFrame

5T3PH3N wrote: »

Yeah the AL 8 seems the best for the money. To get any other bike with this spec seems impossible for this price.

I'm looking at a black medium too after putting in all my details in? Can you post some pics when yours arrives, and a bit of a review, id love to find out as much as i can before deciding on it.

Sure. NP!

Lemag

DHFrame wrote: »

Well. I have a crappy cheap GT atm which is a medium frame. After putting all my data in accurately it tells me I need a medium, which is available immediately according to the website. Went into Cycle Superstore in Dublin yesterday and was looking at the shed load of Lapierre bikes they have. Even Lapierre's at €1600 don't have as good equip as the AL 6 which is 999. The Lapierre Carbons are still heavier than the Canyon AL8.

Cheers! Can ask what height you are as a guideline? I briefly had a 15.5'' Trek Remedy 6 a while back. It's a full suspension and felt a bit small for me tbh. I'm 171cm.

Lemag

fran oconnor wrote: »

i have the 5.0 on order still,they are saying week 47 it should be shipped so i think thats some time next week.looking forword to getting it i'll post back when it gets here..

It's a toss up between the Roadlite 6.0 and the Grand Canyon AL 6.0. Think I'm leaning more towards having a bit of fun with the MTB. I'd be interested to know what you make of the Roadlite when you get it though.

doozerie

Another vote from me in favour of Canyon. I bought a CF Ultimate SLX from them a few months back and had no issues whatsoever. It arrived in stock faster than they'd suggested and delivery was faster than I expected (3 days) - I had the bike in my hands within about 5 days of submitting the order online. My only regret is that I'd have preferred to have spent the money in a local bike shop but given that local bike shops couldn't come close to matching the value offered by my choice of Canyon, my regret didn't last long (yes, I'm shallow).

The main instances I've read of where people were not happy with Canyon customer service was where they opted for a non-standard build of a complete bike, such as different length cranks, different length stem, etc. Some people in those circumstances seem to have been fine, others seemed to have to wait longer than they thought necessary. I've seen others complain that they went with a standard build but subsequently found the stem to be too short for their liking, or the frame too big/small - to my mind though that is an error on the part of the individual in deciding badly on their choice of what to buy (there are plenty of online size calculators available from a variety of sources to help you figure out what suits you best before you make your purchase, and if you remain uncertain then only buy from a local bike shop where you get to try before you buy), so I'd dismiss criticisms of Canyon in those particular cases. In my case I went for a standard build and it couldn't have been smoother (well, they did fit mine with the wrong ratio of cassette but in fact what they fitted was my preferred choice anyway but wasn't one of the options available when ordering, so it worked in my favour).

Having said all of that though, please buy something other than a Canyon. Because at this rate the country will be awash with them and mine won't feel so exclusive any longer (did I mention that I'm shallow?)...

Oh, just to mention, the right brake lever connects to the rear brake on these bikes as standard. I'm not sure if they offer the option to swap them round before shipping. That's my preferred setup anyway but might not suit everyone.

fran oconnor

doozerie wrote: »

Oh, just to mention, the right brake lever connects to the rear brake on these bikes as standard. I'm not sure if they offer the option to swap them round before shipping. That's my preferred setup anyway but might not suit everyone.

thats good to here,i was wondering this myself,my Cube has this setup so wont have to get used to the other way..

DHFrame

Lemag wrote: »

Cheers! Can ask what height you are as a guideline? I briefly had a 15.5'' Trek Remedy 6 a while back. It's a full suspension and felt a bit small for me tbh. I'm 171cm.

This is my dimension.... I'm a hefty 94kgs cos I really love potatoes, german beer and red wine.....lol, I am healthy though. I think it's better to have a tight fit on a bike frame rather that one thats too loose. You can get really bad neck and back problems with a frame that's too big. A Large frame would make my neck strain after 10 mins.

DHFrame

Came across these nice links on the net.

Massive forum thread for Canyon riders. http://www.mtb-news.de/forum/showthread.php?t=434836

Nice set of close ups.
http://fotos.mtb-news.de/u/157485

And a bunch of photos.
http://fotos.mtb-news.de/search/index?q=canyon

redmaxi

5T3PH3N wrote: »

Can I ask which model you got, and is it a 2010 or 2011? I'm looking at getting the AL8.0 and would just like to get some more info, cheers.

I got a nerve xc 6.0, 2010 - mountainbike.
You're looking at a road bike in the AL8.0 so you cannot compare models.
That's a very well spec' bike though for €1500, Campag Athena 11 & 7.4kg.
No risk of sudden carbon failure - ha ha.

5T3PH3N

redmaxi wrote: »

I got a nerve xc 6.0, 2010 - mountainbike.
You're looking at a road bike in the AL8.0 so you cannot compare models.
That's a very well spec' bike though for €1500, Campag Athena 11 & 7.4kg.
No risk of sudden carbon failure - ha ha.

Nope, AL 8.0 is a hardtail Mtb. http://www.canyon.com/_en/mountainbikes/bike.html?b=2056 Good luck with the nerve xc;)

redmaxi

5T3PH3N wrote: »

Nope, AL 8.0 is a hardtail Mtb. http://www.canyon.com/_en/mountainbikes/bike.html?b=2056 Good luck with the nerve xc;)

Sorry about that .
It's got me thinking about that road bike though:eek:.

DHFrame

Not ordred my AL8 yet, waiting for the funds to come through.... but I have a Diamlemma. I really love the Nerve 6.0 after the link was posted redmaxi.

https://www.canyon.com/mountainbikes/bike.html?b=2073

My only reservation is will it feel like a heavy bike? What do you guys think. Most of my riding is going to be in the Slieve bloom mountain so there is a massive variation in terrain there. It would be a more substantial bike with the ability to take it around Europe and have some real fun, its just the weight thing that is bothering me. I do want to flow through the landscape smoothly and the though of a hardtail rattling behind me is a concern.... its a tough decision.

Also, on the odd night I want to cycle around the block here on Tarmac...the swings and roundabouts eh!? What do you think?

Lemag

redmaxi wrote: »

Sorry about that .
It's got me thinking about that road bike though:eek:.

If I pop over to you with my bike this w/e it might even have you thinking about this http://www.canyon.com/_en/roadbikes/bike.html?b=2112
for the extra €400.

DHFrame wrote: »

Not ordred my AL8 yet, waiting for the funds to come through.... but I have a Diamlemma. I really love the Nerve 6.0 after the link was posted redmaxi.

https://www.canyon.com/mountainbikes/bike.html?b=2073

You've probably gone through their outlet section but would this interest you? http://www.canyon.com/_en/outlet/article.html?o=A1013707
It'd save you €300

DHFrame wrote: »

My only reservation is will it feel like a heavy bike?

..and maybe 2 grams They're both listed as 12.40kg

DHFrame

I think I will take a trip to cycle superstore tomo and ask to try out a hardtail and a full. Then I will know..

redmaxi

DHFrame wrote: »

I think I will take a trip to cycle superstore tomo and ask to try out a hardtail and a full. Then I will know..

Then you will get more confued...I'm afraid. One fella will tell you buy a hardtail. Another will say he sold his hardtail for a full susser and will never go back.
Having had both I'm glad I bought the full sus. The weight isn't major and you can lockout/adjust the rear suspension accordingly.
It won't really get you down the hills on single track any faster but it will leave you feeling less jared.
That's just my 2c but I'm not a very experienced mtber.