CANYON UNVEIL SPECIAL-EDITION SPEEDMAX CF SLX INSPIRED BY THE ROAD TO ROTH

Every triathlete who purchases the new Canyon Speedmax CF SLX Road to Roth is also guaranteed the chance to enter Challenge Roth, Germany’s premier triathlon.

Embargoed until Thursday 21 November 2024: As the official bike partner of Challenge Roth, Canyon are today launching the Speedmax CF SLX Road to Roth – a limited-edition model with artwork inspired by the Challenge – and are guaranteeing an entry slot at one of the most sought-after races in triathlon.

A ticket to Roth

At a race like Challenge Roth, where last year entry spots sold out in just 43 seconds, even getting to the start line is an achievement. That's why, fresh off extending their official bike partnership with Challenge Roth by a further three years, Canyon wanted to open up the once-in-a-lifetime experience of racing the Challenge to more triathletes who choose the Speedmax.

By purchasing a Speedmax CF SLX Road to Roth, triathletes can guarantee their dream of participating on triathlon’s most iconic stage. Each frame includes a special QR code that guarantees a single-time entry opportunity to any Challenge Roth event between 2025-2029. Despite the 2025 edition being fully sold out, this opportunity gives access to a special registration page. Although entrants still need to pay their registration fee, an entry slot like this is one of the only ways to get a place on the start line. 

Simon Summerscales, Canyon Chief Marketing Officer, explains the motivation behind this initiative: “As the biggest long-distance triathlon in the world and widely regarded as one of the best full-distance triathlon races, we’re incredibly proud to continue our association with Challenge Roth. Not only can we celebrate the partnership with a very special Speedmax CF SLX, but we can also continue to inspire people to ride and achieve their performance potential with a unique chance to enter the race.”

Roth-inspired artwork

The Challenge Roth finish line light and laser show is the stuff of legends, with champions welcoming the final finishers and celebrating the triumphs of the day together.

The Speedmax CF SLX Road to Roth’s Sound of Light artwork takes its cue from that display, capturing the magic using sophisticated Colorshift pigments that shift hues under sunlight to mirror the dazzling lasers and fireworks that ignite the skies over Roth every July.

Up for the Challenge

Aesthetics are important, but at the end of the day, speed means everything at the Challenge. The Speedmax CF SLX Road to Roth is tailor-made for the race, combining the multiple World-Championship-winning DNA of the Speedmax with a range of component choices and features targeted at maximum performance over long-distance courses.

• For the perfect fit, the highly adjustable cockpit comes with a fitting kit that lets athletes dial in a comfortable, natural aero position with no specialist tools required.
• The integrated hydration system helps keep athletes hydrated over Roth’s 180 km bike split, without any need to remove their hands from the bars.
• The Bento Box and BB Toolbox offer instant access to tools and nutrition, saving precious seconds. y
• A 2x12 Ultegra Di2 electronic groupset from Shimano with a 4iiii Precision Slim powermeter provides precision shifting efficiency and an accurate measurement of your effort.
• And the outstanding DT Swiss ARC 1100 Dicut db 80mm front wheel and ARC rear disc wheel comes recommended by Canyon’s pros for Roth, providing benchmark aerodynamics with minimal turbulence.

Available direct from Canyon

The Speedmax CF SLX Road to Roth is available for € 10,000 exclusively from Thursday 21 November through canyon.com or through the Canyon App where you can also find bike service information, compatible spare parts, and exploded drawings of the bike. The bike is available in a limited-edition run of 100 models.