Canfield Tilt
9/28/2025 8:36am
Canfield at the MASH site
Canfield in the wild. I previously had Continental gravity tires at 2.4-inch width. I would not go any wider because the rear is tight.
Parts
Brand
Model
Additional info
Parts
Frame
Canfield
Tilt
Limited Edition Desert Sand
Frame:
Canfield Tilt.
Misc: Limited Edition Desert Sand
Rear Shock
Cane Creek
DB Kitsuma Air
Initially stiff, I ran the shock all the way open on all four settings. The shock started loosening up, and I added compression and rebound dampening back into the shock.
Rear Shock:
Cane Creek DB Kitsuma Air.
Misc: Initially stiff, I ran the shock all the way open on all four settings. The shock started loosening up, and I added compression and rebound dampening back into the shock.
Fork
Cane Creek
Helm Air
It’s heavy but worth the weight gain because of the excellent control and supple-ness.
Fork:
Cane Creek Helm Air.
Misc: It’s heavy but worth the weight gain because of the excellent control and supple-ness.
Headset
Cane Creek
40
Headset:
Cane Creek 40
Handlebar
OneUp Components
Carbon 35mm rise
Initially, I installed the PNW carbon 38mm rise handlebar. However, the extra sweep of the PNWs combined with the cozy cockpit of the Tilt is no bueno. The PNW handlebar found a home on my Stanton Sedona, which is an inch longer in the top tube length.
Handlebar:
OneUp Components Carbon 35mm rise.
Misc: Initially, I installed the PNW carbon 38mm rise handlebar. However, the extra sweep of the PNWs combined with the cozy cockpit of the Tilt is no bueno. The PNW handlebar found a home on my Stanton Sedona, which is an inch longer in the top tube length.
Stem
ANVL
Swage
40mm, 35mm clamp
Stem:
ANVL Swage.
Misc: 40mm, 35mm clamp
Grips
Deity
Lockjaw
I bought these in gum color with the hope that it would match the Ground Control tan wall tires. It does not.
Grips:
Deity Lockjaw.
Misc: I bought these in gum color with the hope that it would match the Ground Control tan wall tires. It does not.
Brakes
Shimano
8100 front, 8120 rear
Brakes:
Shimano 8100 front, 8120 rear
Brake Levers
Shimano
XT
Brake Levers:
Shimano XT
Shifters
Shimano
Deore XT M8000
I’m stuck on 11 speed
Shifters:
Shimano Deore XT M8000.
Misc: I’m stuck on 11 speed
Rear Derailleur
Shimano
XT M8000 11spd
Rear Derailleur:
Shimano XT M8000 11spd
Cranks
Race Face
Atlas 165mm
Overkill. I may upgrade with lighter cranks later.
Cranks:
Race Face Atlas 165mm.
Misc: Overkill. I may upgrade with lighter cranks later.
Chainrings / Sprocket
Race Face
Oval 28T
Chainrings / Sprocket:
Race Face Oval 28T
Bottom Bracket
Wheels MFG
Angular Contact 30mm
Expensive, but I have had no problems. I can’t say that about RF 30mm bottom brackets. I never ever had any problems with 24mm spindles, so why even bother with a 30mm (or a 28.99mm) spindle? Unfortunately, the coolest cranks are 30mm.
Bottom Bracket:
Wheels MFG Angular Contact 30mm.
Misc: Expensive, but I have had no problems. I can’t say that about RF 30mm bottom brackets. I never ever had any problems with 24mm spindles, so why even bother with a 30mm (or a 28.99mm) spindle? Unfortunately, the coolest cranks are 30mm.
Chain
Shimano
XTR 11 Speed
Chain:
Shimano XTR 11 Speed
Cassette / Rear Cog
Shimano
Deore XT M8000
11-46. I need that 50!
Cassette / Rear Cog:
Shimano Deore XT M8000.
Misc: 11-46. I need that 50!
Pedals
Canfield
Crampon Mountain
A bit large for my size 10 feet. Should've gone with the regular Crampon pedals.
Pedals:
Canfield Crampon Mountain.
Misc: A bit large for my size 10 feet. Should've gone with the regular Crampon pedals.
Front Rim
Nukeproof
Horizon V2
Heavy but durable.
Front Rim:
Nukeproof Horizon V2.
Misc: Heavy but durable.
Rear Rim
Nukeproof
Horizon V2
Heavy but durable.
Rear Rim:
Nukeproof Horizon V2.
Misc: Heavy but durable.
Hubs
Nukeproof
Horizon V2
102 points of engagement with an awesome sound! I bought a frame/fork/wheelset combo. Obviously, I used the frame and fork. One of these days, the E13 Enduro wheelset will find its frame.
Hubs:
Nukeproof Horizon V2.
Misc: 102 points of engagement with an awesome sound! I bought a frame/fork/wheelset combo. Obviously, I used the frame and fork. One of these days, the E13 Enduro wheelset will find its frame.
Front Tire
Specialized
Ground Control Grid T7
Tan wall 2.35
Front Tire:
Specialized Ground Control Grid T7.
Misc: Tan wall 2.35
Rear Tire
Specialized
Ground Control Grid T7
Tan wall 2.35
Rear Tire:
Specialized Ground Control Grid T7.
Misc: Tan wall 2.35
Saddle
WTB
Volt 150
Chromoly rails
Saddle:
WTB Volt 150.
Misc: Chromoly rails
Seatpost
Crank Brothers
Highline 3
150mm drop
Seatpost:
Crank Brothers Highline 3.
Misc: 150mm drop
General Info
General Info
Model Year
2023
Model Year:
2023
Intended Use
Trail / All-Mountain
Intended Use:
Trail / All-Mountain
Weight
33 lb 8 oz (15,195 g)
Weight: 33 lb 8 oz (15,195 g)
Additional Info
At 33.5 pounds, it’s heavy, but it rides light regardless of tire choices. Before the Ground Controls, I had a Maxxis setup (DHR2-Aggressor) and Continental gravity tires (Kryptotal-Xynotal). The suspension is amazing on the climbs, seated and standing, and plush on the descents. The Cane Creek Helm fork is awesome! It's noticeably heavier in my hands than the Marzocchi Z2 and Fox Factory 34, but it has a calmness and plushness that makes it worth the weight penalty. I bought a frame-fork-wheelset bundle. Obviously, I used the frame and fork. The E13 Enduro wheelset is fine and may see use some day, maybe on another build. But I am a fan of the Nukeproof Horizon V2 wheelset. I have two, both purchased through Chain Reaction before they went belly-up.
Additional Info:
At 33.5 pounds, it’s heavy, but it rides light regardless of tire choices. Before the Ground Controls, I had a Maxxis setup (DHR2-Aggressor) and Continental gravity tires (Kryptotal-Xynotal). The suspension is amazing on the climbs, seated and standing, and plush on the descents. The Cane Creek Helm fork is awesome! It's noticeably heavier in my hands than the Marzocchi Z2 and Fox Factory 34, but it has a calmness and plushness that makes it worth the weight penalty. I bought a frame-fork-wheelset bundle. Obviously, I used the frame and fork. The E13 Enduro wheelset is fine and may see use some day, maybe on another build. But I am a fan of the Nukeproof Horizon V2 wheelset. I have two, both purchased through Chain Reaction before they went belly-up.
9/28/2025 8:36am
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