Canyon's New Lux Trail 2027: The Downcountry Bike That Does It All?

Robert Wilson · 2026-10-18

Canyon's new Lux Trail 2027 is here, and it's making some bold claims: climb faster, descend with more confidence, and weigh less than its predecessor. With 140/125 mm of travel, a completely revised geometry, and a host of refined details, Canyon is taking direct aim at the downcountry segment. We took a closer look at this lightweight trail bike to see if it lives up to the hype. ### First Impressions The Canyon LUX Trail CF 9 2027 is the top-spec model we tested. It features 140 mm of travel up front and 125 mm in the rear, weighs in at 13.0 kg (28.7 lbs) in size L, and costs €5,999 (approximately $6,500). At first glance, it's a sleek machine that promises to blend climbing efficiency with descending prowess. Hardly any bike category is evolving as quickly as downcountry. Today's bikes are expected to climb with maximum efficiency and minimal effort, yet feel far more capable than disguised XC bikes once the trail turns technical. That's exactly the balance Canyon is aiming to strike with the all-new Lux Trail. ### The Details At the heart of the new Lux Trail is a completely redesigned carbon frame. Despite the increase in suspension travel—now 140 mm at the front (up by 20 mm) and 125 mm at the rear (an increase of 11 mm)—Canyon claims the frame weighs just 1,850 g (4.08 lbs) in size M, around 200 g (0.44 lbs) less than its predecessor. It also retains Category 3 certification, so you can trust it on rugged terrain. Canyon has significantly updated the geometry with a much stronger focus on trail performance. The goal is clear: combine the climbing efficiency and low weight of the previous Lux Trail with the confident descending performance of the Neuron CF. Our top-spec test bike tips the scales at just 13.0 kg (28.7 lbs) and is priced at €5,999 (around $6,500). The result is intended to be one of the lightest, yet also one of the most capable downcountry bikes on the market. ### Highs and Lows - **Highs:** Affordable entry price, lightweight frame, frame storage compartment, integrated tool. - **Lows:** No frame protection on the seatstay or main pivot. ### Key Facts - Full carbon frame - 140/125 mm travel (front/rear) - 13.0 kg (28.7 lbs) in size L - 29-inch wheel setup - Five sizes, XS to XL ### Does Canyon Deliver? We're just scratching the surface here, but the new Lux Trail looks promising. It's lighter, more capable, and seemingly well-priced for a carbon downcountry bike. The lack of frame protection in key areas is a minor concern, but we'll reserve judgment until we get more ride time. Stay tuned for our full review, where we'll put the Lux Trail through its paces on our local trails. If you're in the market for a do-it-all trail bike, this one should definitely be on your radar.