2021 Specialized Status Frameset vs 2021 Canyon Sender CFR Underdog

What changes on the Canyon Sender CFR Underdog

Compared with the Specialized Status Frameset in S3, the Canyon Sender CFR Underdog in XL places the top of the head tube 21 mm higher and 53 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 104 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.

Frame stack

+21 mm

Higher front end

Frame reach

+53 mm

Longer frame reach

Wheelbase

+104 mm

Longer: steadier at speed

Head angle

−0.7°

Slacker: calmer steering

Chainstays

+12 mm

Longer: more planted

The two frames

Only the Specialized Status Frameset is drawn. The Canyon Sender CFR Underdog numbers we have for size XL are missing the seat angle.

Geometry side by side

Differences are the Canyon Sender CFR Underdog minus the Specialized Status Frameset. Full charts: 2021 Specialized Status Frameset, 2021 Canyon Sender CFR Underdog.

Where each sits in its class

Specialized Status FramesetCanyon Sender CFR Underdog

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.