Customer Reviews
I'm 5'7" and chose a small frame w/ Kitsuma Air bc I prefer its reach and ease of adjusting spring rate. I love that the chainstays are so short because it allows me, as a shorter rider, to REALLY experience a snappy bike. The first time I tipped the bike into a berm, I heard Etta James' "At Last" in my head. It was effortless which was the opposite of my previous bike ('22 Status 160). The bike is exactly what I've been searching for in a park bike. Playful and eats the bumps. I'm not a racer so I'm not worried about all out speed, just having fun and this bike delivers ALL of the fun. Slap or shralp berms at will. Change lines whenever, wherever. The bike uses all of it's travel and I never feel a bottom out. Amazing. The bike is all about shenanigans and fun, but is also really happy on tight, fast trails like Jazz Hands at Angel Fire. Thank you, Lance, for keeping 27.5 alive and this shred machine in the lineup.
Hey Michael,
Reading this had us grinning from ear to ear! Stoked the BALANCE is giving you all the fun and snappy handling you were looking for. Short chainstays, playful shralp sessions, and even a little “At Last” magic in the berms—that’s exactly the vibe we hoped for. Keep tearing up trails, changing lines at will, and enjoying every moment. Cheers!
Solid classic balance frame. Enjoying seeing the black ano again as well
Hey Ben,
Glad you’re enjoying the Balance—black ano never gets old! Really appreciate your support over the years, and thanks for riding with us. Cheers!!!
Hi Ya’ll.
Just purchased a Balance large size frame Balance. It arrived quick and safe! I’m so stoked to start this build. Aside from the frame itself, I want to say a bit about customer service. Three days prior to shipping, Lance Canfield himself phoned me letting me know it was on its way! I’ve never had the owner of a company personally contact me in this way! What a surprise! A few days later I had a a few questions about my build regarding brakes and crank lengths. So I gave them a shout. Guess who answers the phone? Yep Lance. We chat for 20 or so. Lance answered all my questions. Never felt like I was just a customer on the other end of the line. I truly felt like I was valued. I can’t say enough how grateful I am for the customer connection at Canfield. I’m looking forward to finishing this build. Never been prouder to own and ride a new bike.
Scotty Jenkins
Hi Scotty,
Thanks for the kind words—this one really made us smile. Stoked to have you in the Canfield crew, and glad the experience felt personal—not just another order in the system. Excited to see you finish the build. Cheers!
I absolutely love that frame. It's exactly what i've been looking for.
27,5 wheels and short chain stay makes it really easy to maneuver and absolutely awseome to jump.
I'm 5'7'' and i got S size. With a short stem it feels like a dirt jumper. You can run it on your local trails and have lots of fun on bikeparks.
It was a little bit expensive to get it to Europe because of the import taxes but it was definitely worth it.
This thing sends it https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WO-kDOnWexQ
Hey Janusz,
Love this! Stoked the Balance is exactly what you were looking for. That short chainstay + 27.5 setup really is a recipe for fun—and it’s rad to hear you’re sending it from local trails to the bike park.
We know getting it to Europe isn’t the easiest on the wallet, so huge thanks for making it happen. Appreciate you repping Canfield across the pond.
Keep shredding!
I've got a few different full suspension bikes in the garage, but the Balance has been my go-to bike since I got it for all kinds of riding. Mine is setup up for trail with a Topaz and Mezzer. It's great for gnarly old-school trails, XC flowy rides and park. It climbs great. Usually I leave my shock open and appreciate how comfortable it is grinding up bumpy climbs.
The frame is super stout and holds lines without any flexy feeling. As a smaller rider on a small frame, I appreciate the short chain stays that make the bike feel a lot more natural than some frames that have chain stay lengths more appropriate on large size frames.
Overall a great bike at an amazing price point backed by super responsive personalized support!
Hi Bryan,
Thank you for sharing your review. We’re thrilled to hear how much you’re loving your Balance and that it’s becoming your go-to bike for almost any trail. Your kind words about its value and our support truly mean the world to us. We’re grateful to have you as part of the Canfield Bikes family – Thank you for choosing us!
The first time I got in one of these bikes the clouds parted and a choir of gnar angels began to sing. This bike will handle anything and everything you can throw at it. Highly recommend these bikes to anyone who is looking for a great all around mountain bike.
Hey Kristine,
That review seriously made our day. So glad the Balance is nailing it and keeping you flying on every trail. Thanks for the love and for being part of the Canfield family. Keep smashing it and have a blast out there!
I purchased the Balance frame 2 years ago
and never wrote a review before. It isn't my primary trail bike, but I do ride it often. It is set up with a Zeb set at 170mm and does feel well balanced 😀 there. I purchased the frame with a DVO Topaz air shock. What I found, and have come to love about the bike, is the CBF. This thing pedals so well and really feels like you are pedaling a bike much lighter than it actually is. If you are unsure of buying a Canfield, find a way to test ride one.
Love this bike! Coming from a Ripmo AF this bike suits my wheels on the ground charging style much better. Built with Marzocchi coil front/rear and Nobl TR41 wheels with Onyx hubs. This frame builds speed effortlessly and I’m hitting sections faster on 27.5’s than I was on the 29 with the increased grip/confidence. Using a 450lb spring (185-190lb in riding gear), the bike feels great, but with the chunky park I normally ride I will be investing in a heavier spring to stop the bottom outs.
