Inside The Canyon Factory - GCN Tours The Canyon Bicycles HQ

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Simon takes a look inside the Canyon Bicycles HQ in Koblenz, Germany. With production, the R&D test lab, and engineering facilities all on site, there's plenty too see. Plus, they have nice coffee. And, of course, nice bikes.
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Canyon have been selling bikes direct - and only direct - since 1998. The whole online shopping experience is totally different from heading over to your local bike shop, so we've been interested to tour Canyon's facility and have a look around for a while.
With plenty of stunning bikes, a busy production line, some as-yet--unreleased products, and a couple of special products, we reckon it's safe to say that the Canyon factory is a feast for the eyes...
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@ygtcbee23 5 жыл бұрын

Would be nice to see GCN remake this factory tour video with the latest and greatest Canyon tech. Also with Si having a full voice

@josephseitz3296 8 жыл бұрын

What are the chances that I order a GCN hat and it comes with a Canyon bike thrown in?

@happydays8171 5 жыл бұрын

Joseph Seitz --> The hat would cost between 6-10k..

@elliottbullock9637 5 жыл бұрын

Joseph Seitz 🤣

@johngreene6783 4 жыл бұрын

LOL

@samarvora7185 4 жыл бұрын

Slim at best

@vaux_manvv7520 4 жыл бұрын

Zilch

@gargoyleex 8 жыл бұрын

2:21 I didn't think I would ever say this about a pink bike... But DAMN, that thing looks gorgeous!

@acidrums4 8 жыл бұрын

+gargoyleex Nairo Quintana's bike on 2014 Giro d'Italia :)

@topmech71 5 жыл бұрын

The Canyon blue shade color that they have is sweet...

@ElderStatesman 5 жыл бұрын

redemption Had a good look at some of Canyon’s endurance bikes, and one that comes in blue is absolutely amazing! If only Trek could offer more bikes in blue. 😣

@KlappeKappe 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great video! I actually bought an Ultimate last year and also went to the factory (5h drive) for a test ride. The shopping experience there is absolutely unique. You are taken care of like in no other shopping experience. It's kinda like buying a car but cool and with great people. Love that company!

@panzerveps 8 жыл бұрын

When I ordered my bike, I was told I had to wait 2 weeks for assembly. The day after, I got a mail from DHL saying a package was on it's way. Love my Grand Canyon, and my next bike is guaranteed to be another Canyon.

@SlowBoyAthlete 8 жыл бұрын

Great video for behind the scenes and introducing Canyon a little more. Splendid work! Thanks

@benjmin5839 4 жыл бұрын

OMG.. I am loving this tour! Props to Canyon ..and to Si for going where no non-staff has gone before!!!

@laurentp89 6 жыл бұрын

I see a quite a few bad opinions on Canyon so I thought I'd share my experience. I have been very happy with my Spectral for over a year now, it arrived to my house in Mexico City on the fifth day, including one day for costums. I had a tyre ripp out of the rim when cornering after a couple of months (Conti Mountain King II) and the guys at Canyon were kind enough to send me a replacement free of charge. So I get some people have had bad experiencies, however after seeing my bike, 4 of my friends have bought Canyons and their experience has been just as good. Also you just cannot beat the value for money.

@theArkit3cht 8 жыл бұрын

Wow! These factory videos are just fantastic. Thank you.

@SuperXtremebiker 8 жыл бұрын

i love those bikes ..... GCN guys are doing a great job ....congratulations from Canada

@ryanneillund7611 7 жыл бұрын

Great film! The Canyon rep does a great interview... not overhyping. Love Canyon and the company behind the bikes. I wish they had a shop here in Florida

@gustavosalvini1827 2 жыл бұрын

Im pretty sure canyon has 0 shops in the entire world, online only

@jedisct1 Жыл бұрын

That was fascinating! Thank you for the tour! Just got my first Canyon bike (Precede 7) and I absolutely love it.

@MoritzWeller Жыл бұрын

@chrysalis congrats on the new bike! today my grail 7 arrived, i'm so hyped for the first testride tomorrow =)

@thomask815 8 жыл бұрын

Very nice vid. I live nearby the Canyon HQ, and yet this is the best insight I ever got into all that is behind the showroom

@SwedishHouseFifa 8 жыл бұрын

The voice makes it more epic :D

@elidouek5438 8 жыл бұрын

totally agree

@SeteNove 8 жыл бұрын

+Jos Smyth I must have gotten super lucky. From the day I placed my order to my bike arriving was less than two weeks. I know my experience is the exception to what has happened to most people.

@panzerveps 8 жыл бұрын

+Jos Smyth I got my bike one week after ordering, even though I was told assembly could take up to two weeks.

@leomolloy5067 6 жыл бұрын

SwedishHouseFifa I

@Zwiesel66 6 жыл бұрын

I'm afraid if the video had taken a little longer, he would have lost his voice ;-)

@johnobrien5464 8 жыл бұрын

It looks like that person who gets that lucky bike might also get tonsillitis. Its a double surprise.

@MrKevin8432 8 жыл бұрын

This video was very interesting! It is great to see the production facility of a Bicycle Manufacturer

@AddolfHittler 11 ай бұрын

I was at Canyon Home and tried out an top specced SLX just for the fun of it some ~10 years ago. I got a very good impression of the place and the people working there. Today I'm waiting for my first Canyon bike ordered a couple of days ago.

@dejongraymond 8 жыл бұрын

Great video! This week I recieved my Canyon Aeroad and it is perfect!

@aeolus1982 8 жыл бұрын

Can you please do some more "Inside the ... Factory's" ?? Would love to see Lightweight or Pinarello.

@mynaamiskaas 8 жыл бұрын

I thoroughly enjoyed this video. The guy taking Si for the tour is such a nice guy... Honestly, I have become quite a bit of a fan of Canyon after watching this video. Extremely good product publicity this :) I hope Canyon sees this comment

@andrisveiss9141 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent video thx! I’m considering a canyon and this video sure did help me w my decision. Love GCN!

@gcn 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the support, Andris! Enjoy your Canyon!

@xhaust1 3 жыл бұрын

Been riding a Canyon Ultimate CF love every bit of it. I will never switch to another brand.

@thatwolffe3802 8 жыл бұрын

I felt it in my well conditioned cycling groin that a GCN video had been uploaded and clicked to my subscriptions straight away.

@hxllxman 7 жыл бұрын

My dad bought a 2016 Canyon Exceed CF SLX 9.9 LTD a year ago and told him he was are crazy! Never heard seen/heard much about Canyon... Yesterday I bought a 2017 Canyon Aeroad CF SLX 9.0 LOL... Amazing bike, at a great price and can be order online with few click. I live somewhere lost in South Pacific and ordering directly to the factory online is perfect!

@timw711 7 жыл бұрын

Love this kind of content!

@richardneuman4004 8 жыл бұрын

I really like my Endurace CF, nice tour guys :)

@apocreg11 7 жыл бұрын

Amazing video! Cheers Guys

@brucemcnair2 4 жыл бұрын

Great, and timely, vid. This has convinced me to pull the trigger on a new Endurace. Plus Canyon do XXL for us long lanky buggers (and actually have it in stock) 👍

@bluemystic7501 5 жыл бұрын

I'm loving my 2019 Ultimate!

@hv0e25 5 жыл бұрын

German engineering, design and quality - just amazing!

@marcwittkowski5146 8 жыл бұрын

Woo, Koblenz! If only I had known you were coming to my hometown :-D

@mattyaztec 8 жыл бұрын

Looking to buy one of their mountain bikes so this is great to see.

@simonrano8072 8 жыл бұрын

Legend said Si came back with a couple more Aeroad ;)

@JohnLee-vj9lh 2 жыл бұрын

Great video thanks for sharing 👍🚲

@katiem3626 2 жыл бұрын

Really interesting to see the production line - now I understand why there aren't any Grail 6's in stock in 3XS - well, aside from the supply chain issues, of course!

@aduayer 8 жыл бұрын

Loved it. May I suggest you to visit other bike / components factories ? Would love to see GCN at Ridley's for example

@marwanshamsia4193 8 жыл бұрын

Really appreciate that you presented although having that rough voice SI. "Side note" if any one from gcn sees this please send over si to reply if he is around

@LuisManuelHdez 7 жыл бұрын

U guys are killing it on KZfaq!

@bryanleewenjie 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks GCN for this video! Happy to see how a canyon production facility looks like. Those who complain that the frames are made in Asia, I really don't get your argument. That's outsourcing, perfectly normal for a profit maximising firm. Since raw materials, or in this case, quality carbon fibre can be made cheaper in China or Taiwan, why shouldn't they do it there? Factories in Asia have safety and quality standards as well. Why else would a leading brand in bicycles get it done there if it compromises its reputation? Remember: cost of production =\= quality P.S. I'm neither from China or Taiwan. Happy riding guys!

@bryanleewenjie 8 жыл бұрын

Maybe GCN could do a similar video for Giant or perhaps a carbon production facility in China? That would be really cool!

@happydays8171 5 жыл бұрын

Yes, then we could see what the average Canyon bike looks like during production.

@happydays8171 5 жыл бұрын

Bryan Lee --> I get your point, manufacture low, sell high. But one knock off rim manufacturer has a video on here of their factory, they're dropping pieces of carbon fiber on the filthy floor, picking it up and using it in the rim lay-up. They are sanding the carbon fiber without masks or any kind of breathing protection. You can't do that for the 12hrs a day they work. 4yrs and the workers lungs give out, I can't support that.

@powdersnow88 8 жыл бұрын

02:21 Direct-buy from factory doesn't work for now, you can see his discomfort when Si asks it.

@rondagscedric 8 жыл бұрын

Nice video guys. Verry intressing

@sandrinericordeau1388 2 жыл бұрын

nice design, works well and very easy to set up.

@albau2640 7 жыл бұрын

great review. Thank you. Cant wait to get an inflite... :)

@myvloggingaddictionhannahp5806 8 жыл бұрын

Oh my gosh...... Bike envy to the max have defiantly seen my dream bike

@myvloggingaddictionhannahp5806 8 жыл бұрын

Plus now I understand why one bike costs a fortune

@kirkek-ak6379 8 жыл бұрын

if u can do more of other bikes factory tour that will be awesome, thank you. its really interesting/good. more on R&D of wats coming up cycling industry. :)

@gabriel.trainer 8 жыл бұрын

How come someone can dislike a vid like this? This is like Disneyland for bike lovers!

@gabriel.trainer 8 жыл бұрын

Jos Smyth Wow! Just saw man! Thanks for the tip! When you think of Germany you think about punctuality, righteoussness, etc. Not this kind of neglect to the costumer. Shame on you Canyon!

@s9523pink 8 жыл бұрын

That was a great factory tour....if I didn't have a nice bike, I'd buy a Canyon!

@RC-airspace 8 жыл бұрын

that's ace love seeing video like this

@strenkp 8 жыл бұрын

I`ve got Grand Canyon CF SL, perfect bike. After some time, saddle was producing cranky sounds ... they replaced with new peace very shortly, so it is not true that customer service is bad (since mine experience was fine) Wanted road bike, so I`ve got Ultimate CF SL - it is dream road bike, really like it. Wanted to replace my stolen city bike ... so Urban SL is it and riding it every day everywhere in town. Canyon bikes are superb, light and working as I wanted. no complains, since performance for the money is best Yes, sometimes you have to wait long for the new bike, but it is worth it!

@SonnyDarvishzadeh 4 жыл бұрын

7:40 rare footage of people shaking hands pre-corona

@johnbouttell5827 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tour. It's good to see bikes being built in such an elegant manner. Probably Robby Ketchell of Sky couldn't design a better production line.

@vince4712 8 жыл бұрын

I live like 15k away from the factory :)

@peterwatson9047 6 жыл бұрын

This made me laugh a lot, please send Simon mountain biking in Ibiza!

@MrChippinator 3 жыл бұрын

My next bike is going to be a Canyon! I’ll wait a year at least until they have consistent stock. But man this is impressive!

@funofflying15 4 жыл бұрын

Just ordered my new Canyon Grail: On CF8 from this factory, hope everything turns out as expected i.e. delivered on time and no parts missing?

@perwiratempur 8 жыл бұрын

I am loving my Canyon :)

@peterhomann2140 Жыл бұрын

Very cool, especially how the Canyon tour guide is so matter-of-factly and never boasts, just lets the product and factory speak for itself. I saw one of the display bikes on Campy Bora wheels; but apparently Campy components are no longer available on Canyon bikes today. Are they ever going to offer that again?

@cliffcox7643 4 жыл бұрын

Can't wait till the new Aeroad comes out, and when it does, it'll either be that or the Pinarello F12.

@somian5 8 жыл бұрын

oh~canyon long live the canyon with gcn

@isabellam1936 7 жыл бұрын

impressive factory

@PeakTorque 8 жыл бұрын

Great video, thanks. You had to work hard there Si, they seemed really friendly... Ps i didnt know John Degenkolb 5:40 got a job at Canyon?

@marcus9033 8 жыл бұрын

Hey Si, don't suppose you could grab my Ultimate CF SL for me while you're there? They've had it 3 months! Must be mended by now? I live in Bath, so I'll meet you at Society? 😀🙌🏻 Cheers

@superdx23 8 жыл бұрын

I wonder if going to their factory will allow you to skip the 6 month (some say 8-11 months!!) wait for online delivery. That'd be worth a trip to Germany in the summer for sure, then you can go for an epic ride right away!

@kitler01 8 жыл бұрын

canyon are so chill

@MidWesti 4 жыл бұрын

beautiful facility. I think I am ordering the CANYON Inflite AL SLX 5.0 Race bike today! its on sale for $1499!

@seanbaird2430 8 жыл бұрын

I was your 670,000th sub :)

@rickkuny6591 2 жыл бұрын

As much as I hate to pour water on one of your videos, I do like them! I was looking at a canyon, The initial price was oh so tempting, by the time I add the small shipping cost the substantial duty and taxes… Yes I might as well go to my local bike store and support local business.

@nilmeanseo 6 жыл бұрын

GCN should mention the part where two weeks after you order your bike they e-mail you to tell you it is going to be a month later than they originally said. Then they e-mail you again to tell you that it's been delayed again. But don't worry, they are going to give you a free scarf if your bike ever arrives.

@GerdragonHD1 6 жыл бұрын

My Canyon arrived in less than 3 Days... WTF went wrong at your Purchase?!?

@fernandocycling9662 5 жыл бұрын

Very nice bikes!! Well...I think the frame set are made in Taiwan.

@jamesj97370 8 жыл бұрын

Yh bikes being ordered in November 2015 and arriving in July 2016 is brilliant 👍🏻 Funny how they don't mention that in the clip as a result of their new factory 😐

@farisellahibakhsh5852 2 жыл бұрын

Canyon is my favourite bike brand

@chrisbarraza7700 8 жыл бұрын

Thats it, getting a Canyon next. I love my last two Ghosts, but they better keep up before I move on.

@richiewatkin3292 8 жыл бұрын

Nice to see where my bike came from

@willianrichardmolinaresbez8090 4 жыл бұрын

Nice!!!

@farisellahibakhsh5852 2 жыл бұрын

I love canyon bikes

@markg0410 8 жыл бұрын

Awesome.

@nunobertolo3928 5 жыл бұрын

BOM TRABALHO!

@onelostsurfer 8 жыл бұрын

You didn't cover the bit where you order a bike from Canyon and then 3 months later when it's supposed to be delivered they tell you there's another 8 month delay until you'll get it!

@DoomNerd67200 4 жыл бұрын

There's no such thing, and even if there was I guess you were very unlucky

@Gabriel-kz6kb 4 жыл бұрын

@@DoomNerd67200 of course there is, just look at Trustpilot...

@xJae14x 4 жыл бұрын

Gab riel mine came in less than a week so 🤷🏻‍♂️

@hirohikonishikawa4851 3 жыл бұрын

They are all mostly made in China "Taiwan" , and it is well known that they can have heavy delays in the delivery.

@Dangling_Carrot 3 жыл бұрын

Thats bull shit I order my bike and got it in 9 days. Why are you lying.

@fabiojuniorbala4492 6 жыл бұрын

um dia vou nessa fabrica surpreendente

@mag16ly 8 жыл бұрын

That hat thing was so cool

@DrDrew1979 8 жыл бұрын

get well soon Si!

@orli8472 8 жыл бұрын

かっこよすぎる。。。。

@lucianonarno1408 8 жыл бұрын

WHY IS NOBODY TALKING ABOUT THAT SHORT VIDEO OF SI HYPING UP?!

@jimmycrackedcorn226 8 жыл бұрын

PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE tell him to sell to North America! These bikes look phenomenal and we want them!

@Lireoec 8 жыл бұрын

Canyon master-race FTW!

@AndreLai97 8 жыл бұрын

Get well soon Simon! :)

@orohond 8 жыл бұрын

I have one from Canyon, I would recommended.

@rickvavul8910 8 жыл бұрын

GCN can you make a show about the advantages and disadvangtes of buying direct vs. buying from your local shop?

@James-ye7rp 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Canyon.

@mediumrick7667 8 жыл бұрын

Wow! Very impressive facility and operation. When is Canyon going to be available in the USA???????

@janvanderwegen01 8 жыл бұрын

0:40 'gargantua' Belgian design outdoor picnic table!! as least as cool as a aerobike ;-)

@superfisto 8 жыл бұрын

super, super cool. THANKS! but that hoodie string is killing me :)

@fxmontel5595 8 жыл бұрын

Mais salut toi

@pipelcs5124 8 жыл бұрын

I seriously been thinking to get a mtb from Canyon, but after reading about all the serious problems of shipping,missing date lines and customer service Canyon is having ... I dont know anymore

@pipelcs5124 8 жыл бұрын

I think this video is intending to make us believe than Canyon is out of problems

@6ft8incyclist 8 жыл бұрын

I liked that very good vid...

@minidini10 8 жыл бұрын

When are they going to enter the US market? Why is there a 5 month leadtime on their bikes? So many questions I want answered. I also want to see GCN riding the Canyon CX bike.

@vince4712 8 жыл бұрын

the leadtime is there because they build and ensemble the bike especially for your order, so they don't have the bike sitting around in a warehouse or something, they need to build it up first. they have a lot of orders coming in so it takes some time to finish each order, but sometimes you are lucky and it takes only 3 or 4 weeks

@paulinfrancis 8 жыл бұрын

+Vince X Did you watch the video? They clearly stated that bikes are not made to order, but in batches.

@vince4712 8 жыл бұрын

+Francis Paulin I live in koblenz, I've got a lot of friends who work there and I've got 2 bikes from canyon and as much as I know, you order a bike, and then they ensemble it for your order, so there aren't any bikes ready to be bought....I'm from Germany so I don't exactly know what build in batches means, but in my knowledge batch production is a term for the process of ensemblig a product on more than one work stations, so the term batch production has nothing to do with the bike being build for your order or not

@paulinfrancis 8 жыл бұрын

+Vince X Building in batches could for example mean that in the first week of the year they make a load of Aeroad's, the next week they make Ultimate's, etc (I think the German translation is "die Partien"). It may well be or have been as you describe, but in the video they clearly state building in batches as the reason for the long waiting times, which can sometimes be months.

@vince4712 8 жыл бұрын

+Francis Paulin oh ok, now I get what you meant, haha, ok, my bad, I think it's a mixture of both...batch production and a lot of orders to work at what makes it that so. at the moment they are veeery slow because they have software (IT) problems, so if you would like to order a bike I would wait a bit till the leadtime is at