Canyon, the German direct-to-consumer (D2C) bicycle brand, has launched the Endurace CFR. Developed in collaboration with Alpecin–Premier Tech (formerly Alpecin-Deceuninck), the bike is designed for the high-intensity demands of the Spring Classics, focusing on comfort and reliability over rough terrain such as cobbles.
The Endurace CFR incorporates technology from the Aeroad CFR, the model ridden to victory in previous editions of Paris-Roubaix. According to Canyon, the new frame provides race bike capability and durability without sacrificing aerodynamic efficiency. In wind tunnel testing at 45km/h, the Endurace CFR recorded a result within one watt of the Aeroad CFR.
The frame utilises a reinforced carbon layup featuring Toray T1100 and T800 fibres. It also uses YS80 pitch-based fibres, which the brand states provides 10% extra head tube stiffness compared to the Aeroad CFR to assist with handling precision.
Christoph Roodhoft, Team Manager at Alpecin–Premier Tech, said “The most important thing for us is reliability. The bike has to be fast. It has to be good. But we are asking people to take risks, so in the end it has to be reliable.”
The bike features 35mm tyre clearance to accommodate wider rubber for increased traction and compliance. It is also equipped with the SP0093 VCLS Aero seatpost, which Canyon claims increases vertical compliance by more than 25% compared to rigid equivalents.
For fit and ergonomics, the Endurace CFR uses the same Sport Pro Geometry found on the Aeroad and Ultimate models. It also features the PACE Bar (Performance Adaptive Cockpit Ecosystem), allowing for width and height adjustments without the need to cut the steerer or bleed brakes.
A new RACE Bar option is also available, featuring a V-shape design that offers a 20mm lower stack height and 10mm longer reach for a more aggressive racing position. This setup provides a claimed 2W saving at 45km/h and reduces weight by 120g compared to the standard PACE Bar.
The Endurace CFR is the first road product family from Canyon to transition to shorter cranks across the size range. For a size M, the crank length is now 165mm, down from 172.5mm. According to the company, this change is intended to open the rider’s hip angle and reduce joint stress.
The model has already seen success in the professional peloton during the 2026 season. Carys Lloyd of Movistar Team secured a win at Ronde van Brugge, and Mathieu van der Poel used the bike to win the E3 Saxo Classic following a 70km solo attack. (Although, van der Poel used the Canyon Aeroad CFR Tensor for his recent outing at Paris-Roubaix 2026.)
Priced at €9,000, the Endurace CFR is available in two specifications. The Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 model includes a power meter and 52–36, 11–30 drivetrain. The SRAM Red AXS version features a power meter with a 50/37, 10–33 drivetrain. Both models weigh 7.5kg and are equipped with DT Swiss ARC 1100 65mm aero wheels and Pirelli P Zero RS 35mm tyres.
