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Adjusting MTB gearing – a simple manual

If your mountain bike won’t shift into gear, the chain rattles or jumps, gear indexing is often the reason for this. We will show you how to adjust your MTB gearing correctly.

Canyon.com Published: Mar 22, 2024

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7/5/25

CLLCTV Sessions

A Month of Bikes, Trails and Summer Stoke. This August, we’re heading out on Canyon CLLCTV Sessions through some of the most iconic riding destinations in Europe. It’s a month-long tour of trail parks, downhill meccas, and mountain towns - and you’re invited.

6/10/25

Canyon Experience Partners Land in the U.S. - Starting with Calabasas and Dallas

Canyon brings its Experience Partner program to the U.S., starting with Pedalers Fork in Calabasas and Meteor Dallas, giving riders more access to bikes, service, and local cycling culture.