Canyon's New 'Ultimate CFR Di2' Was Designed for Serious Cyclists
Niko Pajkovic — September 8, 2022 — Eco
References: canyon & acquiremag
High-end road bike company Canyon has officially unveiled the fifth generation of its flagship Ultimate model called the 'Ultimate CFR Di2.'
The newest version arrives with some major upgrades, including a more ergonomic and comfort-first design, a reduction in drag, higher tire clearance, improved cable integrations, and an easy-to-use width and height adjustment system. However, the most notable feature of the new Ultimate CFR Di2 is its lightweight construction; the entire bike weighs less than 14 pounds. In addition, the new bike comes equipped with a 3D-printed computer mount, a carbon bottle holder, two carbon seat post options, and a rechargeable flashing backlight.
For those interested, the Ultimate CFR Di2 is now available to purchase on Canyon's website.
Image Credit: Canyon
The newest version arrives with some major upgrades, including a more ergonomic and comfort-first design, a reduction in drag, higher tire clearance, improved cable integrations, and an easy-to-use width and height adjustment system. However, the most notable feature of the new Ultimate CFR Di2 is its lightweight construction; the entire bike weighs less than 14 pounds. In addition, the new bike comes equipped with a 3D-printed computer mount, a carbon bottle holder, two carbon seat post options, and a rechargeable flashing backlight.
For those interested, the Ultimate CFR Di2 is now available to purchase on Canyon's website.
Image Credit: Canyon
Trend Themes
1. Ultra-lightweight Road Bikes - The trend of creating lighter and more ergonomic road bikes with advanced features, such as 3D-printed components and electronic shifting, creates opportunities for manufacturers to cater to serious cyclists who prioritize speed, comfort, and performance.
2. Advanced Materials and Manufacturing - As road bike manufacturers continue to explore alternative materials and manufacturing processes, there is an opportunity for companies to innovate in lightweight construction through the use of 3D printing, advanced composites, and other cutting-edge materials.
3. Connected and Smart Bikes - The integration of technology, such as electronic shifting and customizable computer mounts, into road bikes provides manufacturers and consumers with opportunities to create connected and smart bikes that can improve rider experience and performance.
Industry Implications
1. Sporting Goods - As the trend for ultra-lightweight road bikes continues to grow, the sporting goods industry has an opportunity to innovate and create new products and services that cater to serious cyclists who prioritize speed and performance.
2. Manufacturing - As road bike manufacturers continue to explore advanced materials and manufacturing processes in search of lighter, more ergonomic bikes, the manufacturing industry has an opportunity to innovate and develop new techniques for creating high-performance products.
3. Technology - The integration of technology into road bikes provides the technology industry with opportunities to create products and services that can improve rider experience and performance, as well as develop new ways of integrating technology into athletic apparel and accessories.
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