2021 Canyon Torque CF vs 2021 Trek Session AL 27.5 Frameset
The XL is the Trek Session AL 27.5 Frameset size closest to your XL Canyon Torque CF. We match frame stack and reach. This is a geometry comparison, not a fit recommendation; stem, spacers, handlebars and saddle setup also affect your riding position.
What changes on the Trek Session AL 27.5 Frameset
Compared with the Canyon Torque CF in XL, the Trek Session AL 27.5 Frameset in XL places the top of the head tube 42 mm lower and 24 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 10 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- −42 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- −24 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +10 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −0.8°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +15 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Only the Canyon Torque CF is drawn. The Trek Session AL 27.5 Frameset numbers we have for size XL are missing the seat angle.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Canyon Torque CF XL | Trek Session AL 27.5 Frameset XL | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 480 | 456 | −24 mm |
| Stack | 645 | 603 | −42 mm |
| Head tube angle | 65 | 64.2° | −0.8° |
| Seat tube angle | 74 | not listed | |
| Effective top tube | 665 | 638 | −27 mm |
| Chainstay length | 428 | 443 | +15 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1243 | 1253 | +10 mm |
| BB drop | 15 | 9 | −6 mm |
| Standover | 776 | 775 | −1 mm |
| Seat tube length | 500 | 456 | −44 mm |
| Head tube length | 145 | 115 | −30 mm |
| BB height | not listed | 364 |
Differences are the Trek Session AL 27.5 Frameset minus the Canyon Torque CF. Full charts: 2021 Canyon Torque CF, 2021 Trek Session AL 27.5 Frameset.
Where each sits in its class
Canyon Torque CFTrek Session AL 27.5 Frameset
Each bike is ranked against the other downhill bikes on Quiver, on frame geometry alone. Not your hand position or ride feel.
What each ships with
The stock build of each bike's first listed trim. Parts that match are dimmed.
| Part | Canyon Torque CFCF 9 | Trek Session AL 27.5 FramesetAL 27.5 Frameset |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Canyon Torque CF | Trek Alpha Platinum |
| Fork | Fox 38 Grip2 Factory | not listed |
| Rear shock | Fox X2 Factory | not listed |
| Shifter | SRAM X01 Eagle | not listed |
| Derailleur | SRAM X01 Eagle | not listed |
| Chain | SRAM GX Eagle | not listed |
| Crankset | TruVativ Descendant Carbon DUB 32T | not listed |
| Bottom bracket | SRAM BSA DUB | not listed |
| Front Wheel | DT Swiss EX1501 | not listed |
| Rear Wheel | DT Swiss EX 1501 XD | not listed |
| Tire | Maxxis Minion DHR II 2.4 | not listed |
| Brake | SRAM Code RSC | not listed |
| Rotor | SRAM Centerline Rounded, SRAM CenterLine | not listed |
| Handlebar | Canyon G5 | not listed |
| Stem | Canyon G5 | not listed |
| Grips | Canyon G5 | not listed |
| Seatpost | OneUp Components V2 | not listed |
| Saddle | fizik Gravita Alpaca X5 | not listed |
| Headset | not listed | FSA Orbit |
Know what is on every bike.
Add your bike to Quiver. Keep its parts, setup, and service history together, then share your build.
Explore the app
