RIDE LIKE NEUER: CANYON AMBASSADOR MANUEL NEUER SHARES HIS PASSION FOR CYCLING – AND ENCOURAGES OTHERS TO GET ON THE BIKE

Manuel Neuer, world-renowned goalkeeper and FC Bayern Munich icon, has long embraced his passion for cycling not only as part of his training regimen, but as a personal escape to reset, recharge, and reconnect. For him, the bike represents balance, freedom and strength – values that extend far beyond the sport. As a Canyon ambassador, Neuer turns that passion into purpose: inspiring more people to discover the power of cycling. Together, Canyon and Neuer share the ambition to encourage riders of all levels to get outside and experience the ride for themselves.

Between matches, intense training sessions, and regeneration, Neuer finds his balance on the bike. "When I’m riding, I can switch off. I focus on the moment and everything else fades into the background." But for him, cycling is more than just recovery. Whether it’s a steady endurance ride or an all-out sprint session, the bike has become a central part of his routine.

It all began in 2017, during rehab following a foot injury. That’s when Neuer first discovered Canyon – and the connection was immediate. "At first, it was just short loops, but quickly I wanted more. I started pushing the distances – riding my Aeroad road bike to clear my head between home and the training ground."

One ride especially stuck with him: a demanding 5-kilometer climb over the Sudelfeldpass where gradients hit more than 10 percent. "That’s when you realize cycling is as much mental as it is physical. And that’s exactly what drives me – it strengthens my mindset."

Yet not every ride needs to be a challenge. Neuer equally values the slower moments – relaxed rides with family and scenic detours on his Grizl:ONfly gravel e-bike. His message is simple: "Just get out there. Ride after work, with your kids, or go solo. Start easy, enjoy it – the rest comes naturally."

For Neuer, Canyon represents more than premium equipment – it reflects shared values. Riding a bike can bring inspiration, freedom, joy and strengthen the rider’s mindset. These are ideals that Canyon and Manuel Neuer both believe in.

From humble beginnings in Germany to becoming a leading force in global cycling, Canyon has earned its place at the top with victories at the sport’s most prestigious races across disciplines. "I love supporting brands that are close to home – like Canyon. Their drive for innovation and their unwavering support of cyclists at all levels really inspires me."

Canyon’s partnership with forward-thinking cycling collectives reflects its deep connection to the community – and Neuer is right at the heart of it. As both a partner and active participant of the German cycling collective Rad Race, he brings his passion for the sport directly into this vibrant culture.

Neuer has experienced Canyon’s versatility first-hand, choosing from a range of bikes based on the day’s goals: The Aeroad CF SLX road bike for high-speed rides, the lightweight Ultimate CFR road bike for climbing with ease, the Grail CF SLX for gravel adventures, or the sleek Roadlite CF for everyday mobility.

The Ultimate CFR stands out as a symbol of Canyon’s ambitious engineering approach: As part of the Canyon Factory Racing (CFR) program, CFR bikes are designed at the cutting edge – where innovation, efficiency and precision meet. Rigorously tested by elite athletes, the CFR badge is synonymous with top-tier performance.

The fact that Canyon leads the way across disciplines is something that continues to resonate with athletes like Neuer: "The build quality and materials are exceptional – exactly what you need in professional sports."

As a Bayern Munich player, Munich is Neuer's adopted home and he rates it as the place to be for cyclists. From his local ride around Lake Tegernsee to the Isar trails in the heart of the city: "Munich offers everything you need for cycling."

It's no surprise that the Munich cycling community is growing and group rides are booming with the new Canyon Store Munich setting a strong example and offering riders a central meeting point. As Neuer commented after his first visit: "The store has a New York vibe – clean, modern, and flooded with light. Cycling is alive here, and you can feel it immediately."

For Manuel Neuer, cycling goes beyond training. It‘s a source of balance, strength and inspiration. "Once you feel the wind in your face, you’ll understand. And you’ll want to keep going."