2022 Canyon Grand Canyon 7 | Too Good for the Price

This is likely the best entry-level MTB I have ever ridden. The #canyon #grandcanyon is simply a good, solid, simple mountain bike. My girlfriend and I were looking at a ton of diffrent bikes to fit her casual riding needs. We couldn't find a better bike for the price and upon riding this I can see that we didn't lose out on any features for the price.

[@bob.7412]

Hi just wanted to let you know that your video helped me when I was choosing my bike last year! I wanted all around kind of bike that can do well in riding some begginer mtb downhill. I got Grand Canyon 8 and I am so happy about it! The dropper post is so fun and the S frame and 27,5 wheels are perfect for me - 170cm tall woman. I was considering bigger frame but it comes with bigger wheels 29' which scared me a lil. That's when i looked up your video and this video reassured me that S frame would be fine for my height and I am so happy with the choice I made :) Thanks for help!

[@offthemaps]

Hi there! That's really great to hear - I'm glad you found the video helpful. I hope you get into mountain biking full swing and enjoy it as much as I do 😊😊

[@eveanddell]

Great video! Was looking for an all-arounder: gravel, singletrack and commuter- this could be it. Couldn't find a bike with a fork lockout and dropper. Thanks for reviewing!

[@offthemaps]

Thanks! I think this sounds like a great bike for the kind of riding you'll be doing 🤟🤟

[@rickr9055]

Great video! I found your channel while looking for reviews on the Specialized Epic. You helped me decide it was not for me, but this bike certainly might be!

[@offthemaps]

I'm glad that I helped! Out of curiosity, what do you think is preferred with this bike over the Epic??

[@rickr9055]

@@offthemaps Here in Central Alabama, US my terrain looks a lot like the terrain in your Epic one year review video. When you went down that technical bit and nearly went over the bars, I decided I probably need a different setup. Kind of a shame though, there is one for sale locally for less than a grand USD.

[@offthemaps]

@@rickr9055 I wouldn't back away from an epic! The dropper post is what really helps with the tehcnical descents. The Grand Canyon is smaller and has the dropped so I found it a bit easier on the technical descent.

[@justinchong1136]

I think you convinced me. Thanks. First mtb.

[@offthemaps]

Welcome to the sport!

[@astmatik]

Wow! Beautiful review. 🙂

[@StephanieHughesDesign]

The problem with Canyon bikes is sizing. I calculated my size using their calculator and it stated that my measurements were wrong and it would not compute. I am an average sized person. I also chatted with Canyon reps online they suggested either 2 sizes - XS or S. WTF. I don't feel comfortable ordering Canyon bikes if i cannot be assured of my correct size or I cannot test ride one. I have been cycling for 30 years and own 4 other road and gravel bikes.

[@esavirtanen6418]

How do you find the bike for longer rides and bikepacking?

[@user-ox6mt1lh7b]

I was thinking of buying similar Grand Canyon bike great video! Just curious, are those trails made for mountain biking, or the it's just the common route for locals? Those trails look so fun!

[@offthemaps]

Thanks! They're just local trails that are made for hiking, but if it's a quiet weekday I take the bike on them 🤟

[@lencekk]

Great video! I'm considering buying this bike, it's on sale at the moment! The only thing that makes me uncertain is that I've seen quite a few comments saying that SRAM's SX Eagle is pretty bad. How has your experience been? Also, how do you feel about the frame sizes? I'm short at 5'6", but would like the M model for its 29 inch tyres?

[@offthemaps]

So far the SX Eagle has been fine. I've had one on another bike and it also didn't have any major issues. In general, however, I think the same level of Shimano products is much better (SLX). I'd trust Canyon's calculator for the sizing. In general I think their bikes rn larger.

[@hanschenklein8124]

I'm split between getting and the Grand Canyon 8, though I'm slightly leaning towards the GC8, it's just a tad more expensive (€ 1.299 vs. €1.099), but listed as the best hardtail mtb for under € 1.500 on the website I found it on. Any thoughts on the topic? If you've any experience with the GC8, that is. Though, judging by the video, the GC7 should be good for me, as well. It would be my first actual mtb ever, after all.

[@Szczyrczek]

What did You get and how do You like it?

[@hanschenklein8124]

@@Szczyrczek Nothing! Had to get my car repaired for 1500! Loving life right now!

[@Szczyrczek]

@hanschenklein8124 what a pity, good luck mate!

[@Hipp0campus_1]

@@hanschenklein8124 From your name I get that you're from germany. Some months ago I got the GC7 for 1050€ incl. shipping directly from Canyon.

[@bobmihora9364]

Would like to know Pat's height and inseam as he found her 15 inch frame reasonably comfortable. For example, if I'm 5'8" with a 30 inch inseam, would it fit - or be somewhat small?

[@offthemaps]

I'm about 5'10" with a 31" inseam. I found the bike a little small, but rideable. Canyon's in general are oddly large. My GF is about 5'7" and she likes the size.

[@Simir1980]

Great review, thanks for this, also want to buy this for my wife 🤟 hopefullu she will be happy on local rides with kids but also will handle easy family single-trails in bike parks. What do you think, is this bike good for easy family flow trails in bike parks?

[@offthemaps]

That is the exact type of riding we bought this bike for. As long as they minimize rock gardens in the parks and tend to stay purpose built without drops and jumps you should be good.

[@Simir1980]

@@offthemaps thanks, just ordered the last one :-) hopefully my wife will be happy with him 🤞

[@charliefoxtrotter]

what key upgrades would you perform on the GC7? cool video

[@offthemaps]

Thanks! This will be different for everyone. I generally recommend running through components until they break. Carbon wheels, in my opinion, are the best upgrade to make on any mountain bike. The added bonus to that is that even if you upgrade the bike itself you can carry the carbon wheels over to the next bike.

[@charliefoxtrotter]

​@@offthemaps I actually started with the rims on GC7, Hunt's XC Race alloys (24mm int width). Also replacing clunky SX with GX Eagle group. Forks can easily get you into $1K+ range, am aiming for a 120mm Fox with weight loss/perf gain vs stock Judy Silver.

[@offthemaps]

@@charliefoxtrotter Nice find! Yeah a fork upgrade will make a huge difference, too. But yeah, upgrading to fox can be a little pricey!

[@MajorBorris]

Anybody that buys a Grand canyon 7 instead of the Grand canyon 8 is going to hate themselves. For a mere $150 more you can add a Fox shock and crisp Shimano deore shifting. Only somebody that doesn't know about mountain bikes would prefer the 7 for $1,200 versus the 8 for $1350.

[@offthemaps]

That could also be somebody who is on a budget or Canyon is out of stock. Be careful about making strong claims about who does or doesn't know about mountain bikes.

[@minnesotasteve]

You can’t buy the 7 or 8 on their website. They only have the 5

[@offthemaps]

@@minnesotasteve 💯 point proven.

[@minnesotasteve]

@@offthemaps should clarify that’s the USA website. Don’t know what they have in Europe. It appears like they’re clearing out the Grand Canyon and there may be a new design coming.

[@teecee4459]

You kids don't know what you're talking about, the Grand Canyon 8 is in stock and on sale at $1,199. 🤯🤯🤯 The problem is that shipping is $299!!!