Canfield’s Balance reborn with all-mountain bent

After ten years, mini-DH bike gets bigger (or the same) wheels – and apparently likes pedalling more…

Building on its “aggressive heritage,” the 2015 Canfield Brothers Balance has been redesigned to deliver 160mm of bump-eating downhill performance as well as to make it one of the most efficiently pedalling bikes in its class.  The updated platform, in 6061 aluminium, will accept either 27.5 or 26in wheels.  Unheard-of when the original was released ten years ago, the Balance now sports internal dropper routing and a 12x142mm thru axle.

The frame is available in the UK from Cranknuts in anodised black or brushed silver with the choice of six (six!) link colours.  Pivots each measure 15mm and roll on Enduro Max bearings.  Frames with a Cane Creek DB Air CS shock cost £1690, and complete builds start at £2990.

Want more details?  Of course you do!  Here you go:

• Patent pending Canfield Balance Formula Suspension
• 160mm travel
• 27.5in and 26in wheel compatible
• 66° head angle, (measured with 27.5in wheels & 160mm Rockshox Pike)
• 16.75in (425mm) chainstays
• Front derailleur compatible
• ISCG mount
• 142x12mm rear spacing
• Rear Rockshox Maxle included
• Colors: anodized black or brushed with six different link color options
• Frame weight: 7.5lbs (3.4kg) without shock
• Sizes: S, M, L, XL