PHAM's video: 2018 Canyon Spectral AL 6 0 review kind of: how does it FEEL like compared to 2016

To make it short: I need a new bike. Today I’m test-riding the Canyon Spectral AL 6.0 2018 on my local trail. The Canyon Spectral AL 6.0 is the entry-level all-mountain-bike from Canyon. This is not supposed to be a comprehensive technical review, it’s supposed to give you an understanding how this bike feels different than a 2016 Spectral. In this review I’ll be talking about 4 components: brakes, suspension, dropper post and shifting. Brakes. The Canyon Spectral features SRAM Guide R brakes. I always remembered them to be squeaky, even when dry, but somehow that’s not the case anymore. In general they felt a little bit softer on this bike, less responsive than on my Spectral 2016. But of course, they create huge braking power as well! Overall, I’m neutral on the brakes. Dropper Post. Buttery smooth. Up and down. Especially when it’s coming up this is a bonus, because it doesn’t smash into your rear end like a jackhammer. The dropper post is the KIND SHOCK LEV SI. This is a huge plus compared to my Spectral 2016. Shifting. I think I’ve never experienced shifting more crisp and fast. This is really outstanding! Shifting is handled by the SRAM GX EAGLE system. Of course, you have a 1 by 12 shifting setup like it’s all the rage nowadays on all-mountain or enduro style bikes. Suspension. You have a Rockshox Pike RC up front and a Rockshox Deluxe RT on the back. The front has 150mm of travel, which is more than enough for the typical all-mountain and trail riding-use cases. Maybe I have my Spectral 2016 set up incorrectly, but these two components really boost the confidence! The bike feels very mellow and steady at the same time on the trail, especially when it becomes a bit more bumpy. Mainly thanks to these 4 components it’s really fun to ride this bike! The inclination to just drop into the trail, enjoy every feature and let the bike do even more work than in the past was growing with every meter ridden. So, what’s my verdict? When I arrived at the bottom I was fully convinced that I need a new bike just to experience the increased amount of fun that two years of development bring to the same model line. If you’re thinking about getting this bike, go ahead! Questions? Comments? Get in touch below! And make sure to leave a like or even better, subscribe to my channel :) --- Blazing trails! Seeking the outdoors. That’s PHAM. New video from the singletrails every Monday. Sometimes I'll upload bonus videos about bike maintenance and reviews, unboxings, how-tos of gear for riding, filming or navigating. If that sounds interesting to you, subscribe and never miss a video! You have an idea how I could improve? Let me know in a comment - I appreciate it very much! Connect with me: * Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/PHAM-mtb?sub_confirmation=1 * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/phamtrails/ * Instagram: https://instagram.com/pham_mtb --- Helmet: BELL Super 3R in Black/Retina Sear - https://amzn.to/2Gr2qVy Gloves: Fox Dirtpaw Race - http://amzn.to/2eVhxbi Backpack: Evoc FR Blackline - http://amzn.to/2qBpok3 GPS tracker: Garmin Inreach Explorer+ - http://amzn.to/2u4FwNo Camera: GoPro Hero4 Black - http://amzn.to/2rtWwvf Gimbal (main): Zhiyun Rider-M - http://amzn.to/2thKAgq Micromuff / Micover Deadcat Wind-Blocker - http://amzn.to/2qK4psf Bike: Canyon Spectral AL 7.0 2016 brushed silver (2017 model: https://www.canyon.com/mtb/spectral/2017/spectral-al-7-0.html) Pedals: Reverse Escape - http://amzn.to/2x5L3FH Multitool: Topeak Hummer2 - http://amzn.to/2qJE81u All links are referral-links that will give me a small kickback without costing you any extra money. So if you want to support me, please shop through these links :) -~-~~-~~~-~~-~- In my latest video, come with me to Freiburg in the south of Germany and onto a trail which I ride from winter to spring! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDHUpsszfdw -~-~~-~~~-~~-~-