Grizl:ON CF 9

On paved roads, the rating is mostly about fast cruising and how the setup supports higher speeds. Compared with comfort-biased setups, this build is shaped by a heavier build, very wide tires that create extra drag, and a solid drivetrain that supports efficient riding. In real riding, it trades speed for comfort, durability, or practicality.

On steep roads, it comes in at 8.0/10. Within e-road bikes, it sits above average. The low gear should feel friendly on most hills. That lowest gear comes out around 18.4 gear inches. For the low gear, it’s right at the easy end — easier than about ~96% of similar bikes. Gear inches is basically “how easy is the easiest gear”. Lower numbers help you keep your legs spinning on steep bits. At roughly 15.5 kg, the bike’s heft shows up most on sustained climbs. Being an e-bike helps on climbs because the assist adds steady push when you need it. It’s set up so climbs feel controlled rather than a grind. Different builds can shift the feel a bit, and some manufacturer specs aren’t always publicly listed, so consider this a helpful direction.

As a gravel bike, rated 4.2/10 for aero, wind-cutting speed isn’t the main theme so the speed payoff comes more from pacing than aero help. Put simply, it’s more about stability and everyday comfort than cutting through the wind. Different categories trade aerodynamics against comfort and stability—gravel is part of that story. Tyres around 45mm are clearly aimed at comfort and control, and that usually adds some drag in the wind. Specs can vary by market and model year, so the summary follows the strongest published signals. In real riding, it usually feels steady and comfortable, with less advantage on open flats or into a headwind.

Balanced fit - a neutral road posture that suits most riders. You get this posture because the cockpit sits 85 mm below the saddle (a large drop), and the cockpit stretches you forward by ~572 mm (long). Plan for roughly 36 degrees of lean. Spacer height is roughly 19 mm.

Fit adjustability is shaped by a few key choices: A modular front-end gives more freedom to change stem length or bar width, Routing is relatively straightforward, which helps when you change cockpit parts - More setback choices usually mean a wider fit window. Overall, it is in the Highly Adjustable bucket. In practice, it is about how easy fit changes are with normal parts and service work.

This scores 6.7/10 for comfort, so it feels comfortable out on the road. That’s why it’s labeled Balanced. It’s running about 45 mm tires on 700c wheels, and extra tire volume helps mute vibration and small bumps on rough lanes and gravel patches. The posture is neutral (posture 6/10, torso ~36°), which keeps things neutral and easy to live with.

Nothing screams bargain or rip-off here. Value is scored 1–10: higher is better value, lower means you’re paying more than similar bikes. Uses MSRP as a baseline; real-world prices can be lower (discounts can change the value). On the spec estimate, the price is close to what we’d expect for a comparable build. Among comparable bikes, it sits around the middle on price (cheaper than about 63% of listings). To anchor it: price €7.350 versus an estimated €7.175 for a similar build. Put simply: you’re paying roughly what similar bikes tend to cost.

This setup is built for mixed rides where gravel is a normal part of the route. The tire size is around 45 mm, which gives grip and control on loose gravel. Overall, the setup matches this surface range well.