2021 Canyon Torque CF vs 2023 Trek Session C 27.5 Frameset

What changes on the Trek Session C 27.5 Frameset

Compared with the Canyon Torque CF in M, the Trek Session C 27.5 Frameset in XL places the top of the head tube 11 mm lower and 35 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 86 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.

Frame stack

−11 mm

Lower front end

Frame reach

+35 mm

Longer frame reach

Wheelbase

+86 mm

Longer: steadier at speed

Head angle

−1.5°

Slacker: calmer steering

Chainstays

+17 mm

Longer: more planted

The two frames

Only the Canyon Torque CF is drawn. The Trek Session C 27.5 Frameset numbers we have for size XL are missing the seat angle.

Geometry side by side

Differences are the Trek Session C 27.5 Frameset minus the Canyon Torque CF. Full charts: 2021 Canyon Torque CF, 2023 Trek Session C 27.5 Frameset.

Where each sits in its class

Canyon Torque CFTrek Session C 27.5 Frameset

Each bike is ranked against the other downhill bikes on Quiver, on frame geometry alone. Not your hand position or ride feel.

What each ships with

The stock build of each bike's first listed trim. Parts that match are dimmed.