Received my Aeroad CF SLX7 AXS (XS size) last week but my first ride was today
I previously had a 2022 Canyon Ultimate CF SL8 (rim brake Ultegra)
The color is stunning and it looks so much better in real but here are some pictures with two different shades
I still need to get used to the new fit and to make some adjustments but the bike is really comfy, I have changed stock tyres for 2 GP5000 32mm and the ride is smooth
Compared to my previous Ultimate which was around 6.8kg, this one is at 8.1kg with pedals. It feels heavier, harder to launch but when it is launched, it holds speed and feels like it can fly. At high speed, it is like being on rails, very stable. My Ultimate was more dynamic in the direction and harder to maintain high speed
Can't say one is worse than another, they are really different and address different needs
by IchibanEU
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Looks great! Yes, it seems so strange that newer bikes are heavier than older ones (even if I understand the reasons)
Did you donate the old one to Aeroscopia? 😉
Meh, not even the XL Beluga…