Canfield Brothers 2013 The One
Where do I start? I have owned this bike for roughly 4 years and it is simply amazing and confidence inspiring. It pedals up the mountain with the best all mountain/enduro/cross country bikes out there, descends like a full on DH bike, corners like a hard tail and is very predictable in the air. I have owned DH, freeride and enduro bikes in the past and this bike does anything and everything better in every way possible. It truly is The One bike to rule them all.
I lived just down the road from Canfield's shop so I went in to see if they could help me with the build after I bought the frame slightly used from a friend in early 2014 for $1500. The Canfield Brothers and Vin were super helpful with getting this bike setup and built the way I wanted for my style of riding and even hooked me up with some components at more than reasonable prices. Their customer service is second to none and they are a great bunch of guys and super fun to ride with if you ever get the chance to.
Bike has the Cane DB air shock set at 8" of travel in the rear and 2013 Fox 36 Talas 180mm RC2 Fit fork with 2014 internals and tapered steertube up front. Suspension seems to work together flawlessly and handles small bumps very well and the suspension eats up big hits without issue. In fact, the suspension almost feels limitless and I've never felt like its bottomed out even though the travel indicator would suggest otherwise.
To put it bluntly, this is by far and wide the best bike I have ever ridden. Next I want to get a Canfield Brothers Jedi for hitting the DH parks and either a Balance or Toir for riding the local trails where I have to pedal. But for now this "One" bike does it all. :-)
I lived just down the road from Canfield's shop so I went in to see if they could help me with the build after I bought the frame slightly used from a friend in early 2014 for $1500. The Canfield Brothers and Vin were super helpful with getting this bike setup and built the way I wanted for my style of riding and even hooked me up with some components at more than reasonable prices. Their customer service is second to none and they are a great bunch of guys and super fun to ride with if you ever get the chance to.
Bike has the Cane DB air shock set at 8" of travel in the rear and 2013 Fox 36 Talas 180mm RC2 Fit fork with 2014 internals and tapered steertube up front. Suspension seems to work together flawlessly and handles small bumps very well and the suspension eats up big hits without issue. In fact, the suspension almost feels limitless and I've never felt like its bottomed out even though the travel indicator would suggest otherwise.
To put it bluntly, this is by far and wide the best bike I have ever ridden. Next I want to get a Canfield Brothers Jedi for hitting the DH parks and either a Balance or Toir for riding the local trails where I have to pedal. But for now this "One" bike does it all. :-)
Great frame. Got a new V10 for Christmas, so my like new med. is up for sale: www.pinkbike.com/buysell/1489280
Canfield Brothers 2013 The One
(MSRP $2700)
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The ability to pedal to the top of your local mountain and ride EVERY jump on the way down has never been more of an option for people! The One excels at not only descending, but also lives for the climbs! This is the best pedaling bike in its class! The ONE suspension creates a seamless transition between pedal efficiency and bump eating performance. The beauty of this bike lies in its simplicity. No knobs or lock out buttons to press on the climbs. Set the rear shock up for the down and start pedaling, The ONE takes care of the climbing for you! Giving you 7 -8” wheel travel while still being light enough to keep up with bikes ½ its travel, The ONE really is the “one” bike to do everything!
Features:
7005 Aluminum
“ONE” suspension
7“- 8” vertical travel
Internally ribbed chainstays
142x12mm (135x12mm with supplied spacers)
1.5” Headtube
Direct mount front derailleur compatible
20mm max bearings
Replaceable rear derailleur hanger
Features:
7005 Aluminum
“ONE” suspension
7“- 8” vertical travel
Internally ribbed chainstays
142x12mm (135x12mm with supplied spacers)
1.5” Headtube
Direct mount front derailleur compatible
20mm max bearings
Replaceable rear derailleur hanger
Specifications Compare to other DH Bikes
| Price | $2,700 | |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | 7"-8" | |
| Rear Shock | Cane Creek Double Barrel Coil or Air |
Climbs better than any bike Ive been on including all-mountain and XC bikes. The locking rear kills the climbs with amazing control. You are glued to the ground.
Only complaint is the small chain growth.
Definitely one of the best bike designs ever.