{"id":1969695,"date":"2026-06-03T10:11:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-03T07:11:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1969695"},"modified":"2026-06-03T10:11:00","modified_gmt":"2026-06-03T07:11:00","slug":"canfield-tilt-review-an-aluminum-trail-bike-with-adjustable-chainstays-and-cbf-suspension","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1969695","title":{"rendered":"Canfield Tilt review: An aluminum trail bike with adjustable chainstays and CBF suspension"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"entry-content\">\n<div id=\"wp_content_article\" class=\"st_article_class\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-20-1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1601\" src=\"\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&apos;%20viewBox=&apos;0%200%202400%201601&apos;%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" data-src=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-20-1.jpg\" alt=\"A bright green mountain bike is positioned on a forest floor covered with leaves, surrounded by trees and foliage. The bike features a full suspension design, prominent tires with knobby tread, and a sleek frame. The handlebars are fitted with controls and a seat is raised to an appropriate height. Sunlight filters through the trees, highlighting the bike&apos;s vibrant color against the natural background.\" class=\"wp-image-719906 lazy\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-20-1.jpg 2400w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-20-1-750x500.jpg 750w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-20-1-1170x780.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-20-1-375x250.jpg 375w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-20-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-20-1-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-20-1-2048x1366.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-20-1-600x400.jpg 600w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2400px) 100vw, 2400px\"><\/a><\/figure>\n<p>The Canfield Tilt is a heavy metal bike, both literally and figuratively. But don\u2019t let that fool you. The third-generation Tilt is every bit as modern and capable as any trail bike, and it\u2019s got a few tricks up its sleeve that will have buyers taking a serious look at the Colorado-based brand, perhaps for the first time.<\/p>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-canfield-tilt-key-specs\">Canfield Tilt key specs<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Travel: 140\/143mm front\/rear as tested. Compatible with forks 130-150mm. Rear suspension from 128mm to 143mm, depending on shock stroke.<\/li>\n<li>29er or mixed wheel<\/li>\n<li>Adjustable chainstay length: 427mm or 435mm (27.5\u2033 rear wheel) and 435mm or 442mm (29\u2033 rear wheel)<\/li>\n<li>65\u00b0 HTA, 77.2\u00b0 effective STA @ 140\/141mm travel<\/li>\n<li>Price: $2,499.99 for a frame, builds start at $3,999.99<\/li>\n<li>Buy from <a href=\"https:\/\/canfieldbikes.com\/collections\/tilt-trail-am-29er\">Canfield Bikes<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-3 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-18.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1170\" height=\"780\" data-id=\"719891\" src=\"\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&apos;%20viewBox=&apos;0%200%201170%20780&apos;%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" data-src=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-18-1170x780.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up view of a bicycle frame, highlighting the connection between a black metal component and a bright green section of the frame. The image shows bolts and openings that are part of the bike&apos;s structural design. A blurred background adds depth to the focus on the frame details.\" class=\"wp-image-719891 lazy\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-18-1170x780.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-18-750x500.jpg 750w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-18-375x250.jpg 375w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-18-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-18-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-18-2048x1366.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-18-600x400.jpg 600w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1170px) 100vw, 1170px\"><\/a><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-19.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"1170\" data-id=\"719888\" src=\"\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&apos;%20viewBox=&apos;0%200%20780%201170&apos;%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" data-src=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-19-780x1170.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up of a bicycle frame joint featuring a bright green section and metal components, including screws and bolts, indicative of the mechanical structure. The background is blurred, drawing focus to the intricate details of the frame connection.\" class=\"wp-image-719888 lazy\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-19-780x1170.jpg 780w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-19-500x750.jpg 500w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-19-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-19-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-19-1366x2048.jpg 1366w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-19-600x899.jpg 600w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-19.jpg 1601w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\"><\/a><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-9.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1170\" height=\"780\" data-id=\"719894\" src=\"\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&apos;%20viewBox=&apos;0%200%201170%20780&apos;%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" data-src=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-9-1170x780.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up image of a bicycle&apos;s rear derailleur, featuring a black and green component with a visible adjustment dial labeled &quot;UDH,&quot; alongside a silver chain and cassette in the background.\" class=\"wp-image-719894 lazy\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-9-1170x780.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-9-750x500.jpg 750w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-9-375x250.jpg 375w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-9-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-9-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-9-2048x1366.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-9-600x400.jpg 600w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1170px) 100vw, 1170px\"><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-new-udh-dropouts-offer-smart-wheel-size-and-chainstay-length-adjustment\">New UDH dropouts offer smart wheel size and chainstay length adjustment<\/h2>\n<p>The updated Canfield Tilt features the brand\u2019s unique adjustable dropout system. The UDH-compatible design not only shifts up or down for 29\u2033 and 27.5\u2033 rear wheels, respectively, but it also gives riders two different chainstay lengths to choose from. It\u2019s a surprisingly modern, modular solution for an aluminum-frame bike.<\/p>\n<p>Shifting the dropouts up or down ensures that the bike\u2019s head tube angle, seat tube angle, stack height, and bottom bracket height remain the same, whether you\u2019re running matched 29er wheels or mixed wheel sizes. <\/p>\n<div style=\"min-height: 250px;padding: auto;margin-bottom: 20px\" class=\"singl-4cf7c24bb3d57466893480ea0de71388 singl-content\" id=\"singl-4cf7c24bb3d57466893480ea0de71388\"><\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/canfield-tilt-dropouts.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1170\" height=\"780\" src=\"\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&apos;%20viewBox=&apos;0%200%201170%20780&apos;%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" data-src=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/canfield-tilt-dropouts-1170x780.png\" alt class=\"wp-image-720800 lazy\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/canfield-tilt-dropouts-1170x780.png 1170w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/canfield-tilt-dropouts-750x500.png 750w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/canfield-tilt-dropouts-375x250.png 375w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/canfield-tilt-dropouts-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/canfield-tilt-dropouts-600x400.png 600w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/canfield-tilt-dropouts.png 1200w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1170px) 100vw, 1170px\"><\/a><\/figure>\n<p>With 29er wheels, the Canfield Tilt offers either a 442mm or 435mm chainstay length. A shorter chainstay length generally gives a bike a more playful character, while a longer chainstay is associated with improved stability on descents. With mixed wheels, the Tilt switches between 427mm and 435mm chainstay lengths.<\/p>\n<p>Though a 435mm chainstay length is incredibly common among trail bikes, it\u2019s a big departure from the second-generation Tilt, which had short, 425mm chainstays. Short chainstays had been a bit of a calling card for Canfield bikes, and in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.singletracks.com\/mtb-gear\/canfield-yelli-screamy-hardtail-mountain-bike-review\/#h-short-chainstays-make-the-canfield-yelli-screamy-incredibly-nimble\">my test of the Canfield Yelli Screamy hardtail<\/a> last year, I noted how agile the bike felt thanks to the short rear end. At the same time, the pedal feel was a little draggy, and I kept bumping the rear derailleur with my heel. Today\u2019s mountain bikes are seeing longer chainstays, and based on my tests, I think going longer on the Tilt was the right move.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-2-2.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1170\" height=\"780\" data-id=\"719884\" src=\"\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&apos;%20viewBox=&apos;0%200%201170%20780&apos;%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" data-src=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-2-2-1170x780.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up view of a vibrant green bicycle frame, showcasing detailed suspension components and the textured surface of the tire. The background features soft, blurred natural elements, emphasizing the bike&apos;s design.\" class=\"wp-image-719884 lazy\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-2-2-1170x780.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-2-2-750x500.jpg 750w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-2-2-375x250.jpg 375w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-2-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-2-2-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-2-2-2048x1366.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-2-2-600x400.jpg 600w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1170px) 100vw, 1170px\"><\/a><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-6.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"1170\" data-id=\"719903\" src=\"\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&apos;%20viewBox=&apos;0%200%20780%201170&apos;%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" data-src=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-6-780x1170.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up view of a vibrant lime green mountain bike frame featuring a rear shock and suspension system. The image highlights intricate details of the bike&apos;s design, including a blue chainring and black tire tread, set against a blurred natural background with trees and foliage.\" class=\"wp-image-719903 lazy\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-6-780x1170.jpg 780w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-6-500x750.jpg 500w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-6-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-6-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-6-1366x2048.jpg 1366w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-6-600x899.jpg 600w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-6.jpg 1601w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\"><\/a><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-3-2-1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1170\" height=\"780\" data-id=\"719905\" src=\"\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&apos;%20viewBox=&apos;0%200%201170%20780&apos;%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" data-src=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-3-2-1-1170x780.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up of a bright green bicycle frame with a black suspension linkage. The linkage features a logo labeled &quot;CBR&quot; and is connected to cables running along the frame. The background is blurred, showing a natural setting.\" class=\"wp-image-719905 lazy\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-3-2-1-1170x780.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-3-2-1-750x500.jpg 750w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-3-2-1-375x250.jpg 375w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-3-2-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-3-2-1-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-3-2-1-2048x1366.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-3-2-1-600x400.jpg 600w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1170px) 100vw, 1170px\"><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cbf-suspension-paired-with-a-robust-aluminum-alloy-frame\">CBF suspension paired with a robust aluminum alloy frame<\/h2>\n<p>I decided to test the Canfield Tilt largely based on my incredibly positive experience with another CBF suspension bike, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.singletracks.com\/mtb-gear\/revel-rascal-nails-sophomore-release-review\/\">Revel Rascal<\/a>. CBF (Canfield Balance Formula) is a patented suspension design that\u2019s said to provide \u201coptimum anti-squat throughout the entire range of travel, resulting in the most efficient pedaling possible, regardless of factors like sag, and without sacrificing bump compliance or traction, and with no unwanted pedal feedback from braking or drivetrain forces.\u201d <\/p>\n<div style=\"min-height: 250px;padding: auto;margin-bottom: 20px\" class=\"singl-c22b3b93d754f99ff9876bf61769f428 singl-content\" id=\"singl-c22b3b93d754f99ff9876bf61769f428\"><\/div>\n<p>The Tilt is coil-shock compatible, and my test bike was set up with a hybrid air\/coil Cane Creek Tigon shock. Depending on your shock stroke length, the Canfield Tilt offers 128, 135, or 141mm of rear suspension travel.<\/p>\n<p>Unlike Revel, which mostly sells carbon bikes, Canfield CBF bikes are 100% metal. The Tilt frame features extensive bracing for an incredibly stiff platform. The linkage design is similarly robust and flex-free. And the bottom bracket area is particularly beefy thanks to its forged clamshell construction.<\/p>\n<p>At one point during my testing, I noticed a strange clunk whenever I pedaled. Thinking the frame might be flexing under the uneven load, I mounted a camera in various locations on the bike to see what was happening. Watching the videos, I couldn\u2019t see any side-to-side flex; not even a little bit. (Lance Canfield ultimately helped me determine that it was an incorrectly seated bottom bracket bearing that was causing the chainring to sit too close to the driveside chainstay.)<\/p>\n<div style=\"min-height: 250px;padding: auto;margin-bottom: 20px\" class=\"singl-17b84e535f644ad3909f6eac5337e319 singl-content\" id=\"singl-17b84e535f644ad3909f6eac5337e319\"><\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-8.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"1170\" data-id=\"719896\" src=\"\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&apos;%20viewBox=&apos;0%200%20780%201170&apos;%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" data-src=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-8-780x1170.jpg\" alt=\"An angled close-up of a vibrant green mountain bike frame featuring the name &quot;CANFIELD&quot; prominently displayed. The image highlights the bike&apos;s rear suspension and blue pedals against a blurred natural background with trees and leaves.\" class=\"wp-image-719896 lazy\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-8-780x1170.jpg 780w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-8-500x750.jpg 500w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-8-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-8-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-8-1366x2048.jpg 1366w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-8-600x899.jpg 600w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-8.jpg 1601w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\"><\/a><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-11.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1170\" height=\"780\" data-id=\"719890\" src=\"\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&apos;%20viewBox=&apos;0%200%201170%20780&apos;%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" data-src=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-11-1170x780.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up of a bright green bike frame featuring a black skull logo with &quot;XL&quot; text, showcasing a seat post clamp and a section of the rear suspension system, set against a blurred natural background.\" class=\"wp-image-719890 lazy\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-11-1170x780.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-11-750x500.jpg 750w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-11-375x250.jpg 375w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-11-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-11-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-11-2048x1366.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-11-600x400.jpg 600w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1170px) 100vw, 1170px\"><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<p>The Tilt\u2019s CBF incarnation, unfortunately, leaves no room for a water bottle mount inside the front triangle. Actually, a small bottle (or two!) might fit in the extra-large frame I tested, but sadly, all sizes place a single set of mounts on the underside of the downtube. I smashed my bottle cage on so many log crossings that I finally gave up on trying to carry a bottle on the Tilt frame. This isn\u2019t a great spot for a bottle mount to begin with, and the Tilt mounts are located particularly low on the downtube. No accessory\/utility mounts are available on the Tilt frame.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/canfield-tilt-21.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1170\" height=\"780\" src=\"\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&apos;%20viewBox=&apos;0%200%201170%20780&apos;%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" data-src=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/canfield-tilt-21-1170x780.jpg\" alt class=\"wp-image-720795 lazy\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/canfield-tilt-21-1170x780.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/canfield-tilt-21-750x500.jpg 750w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/canfield-tilt-21-375x250.jpg 375w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/canfield-tilt-21-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/canfield-tilt-21-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/canfield-tilt-21-2048x1366.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/canfield-tilt-21-600x400.jpg 600w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1170px) 100vw, 1170px\"><\/a><\/figure>\n<p>A mostly uninterrupted seat tube gives buyers more options when it comes to long-travel dropper posts. Cables are internally and externally routed, entering and exiting the frame at various points to make installation and maintenance (mostly) pain-free.<\/p>\n<p>Friends who saw the bike immediately assumed the Tilt was a much bigger bike than it actually is. Though the rugged, industrial look projects enduro, the suspension numbers actually place it closer to the short-travel end of the trail bike spectrum.<\/p>\n<div style=\"min-height: 250px;padding: auto;margin-bottom: 20px\" class=\"singl-dd531b9afb5112bd27189aec0c9cb27f singl-content\" id=\"singl-dd531b9afb5112bd27189aec0c9cb27f\"><\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/canfield-tilt-geometry-1.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&apos;%20viewBox=&apos;0%200%201200%20800&apos;%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" data-src=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/canfield-tilt-geometry-1.png\" alt=\"A table displaying the geometry measurements for the V3 Tilt bicycle model, featuring specifications for four sizes: Small, Medium, Large, and XLarge. Measurements include Head Tube Angle, Effective Seat Tube Angle, Reach, Stack, Top Tube Length, Seat Tube Length, Wheelbase, BB Height, Head Tube Length, Standover Height, Seatpost Insertion Max, and various chainstay lengths, along with recommended rider heights for each size. The table is set against a bright green background.\" class=\"wp-image-720783 lazy\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/canfield-tilt-geometry-1.png 1200w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/canfield-tilt-geometry-1-750x500.png 750w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/canfield-tilt-geometry-1-1170x780.png 1170w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/canfield-tilt-geometry-1-375x250.png 375w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/canfield-tilt-geometry-1-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/canfield-tilt-geometry-1-600x400.png 600w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"><\/a><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-canfield-tilt-geometry\">Canfield Tilt geometry<\/h2>\n<p>The Canfield Tilt sees modest geometry changes from V2 to V3. As noted, the chainstays grew by 10mm or more, depending on the setting, and consequently wheelbase lengths are longer across the board. The approximate bottom bracket height crept up by 7mm to 550mm, while standover heights generally decreased. Stack heights remain on the low side of average among trail bikes. Combined with the lower standover height and stack heights, shorter riders could potentially size up to get the reach they prefer, and this is reflected in the rider height range listed on the geometry chart above.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-13.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" src=\"\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&apos;%20viewBox=&apos;0%200%202400%201600&apos;%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" data-src=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-13.jpg\" alt=\"A mountain biker with a black helmet and sunglasses rides down a rocky, wooded trail. The cyclist wears a light-colored shirt and turquoise shorts, leaning forward as they navigate the terrain. Surrounding trees are bare, and the ground is covered in leaves and rocks.\" class=\"wp-image-719887 lazy\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-13.jpg 2400w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-13-750x500.jpg 750w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-13-1170x780.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-13-375x250.jpg 375w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-13-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-13-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-13-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-13-600x400.jpg 600w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2400px) 100vw, 2400px\"><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Aaron Siegler.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-on-the-trail\">On the trail<\/h2>\n<p>In March, I took the Canfield Tilt on a trip to Pisgah. It\u2019s the perfect bike for this type of riding, capable of climbing (or being pushed) up steep, seemingly endless climbs, and incredibly capable on descents.<\/p>\n<p>The CBF suspension design keeps the Tilt incredibly planted on the climbs, delivering magnet-like traction over rocks and roots. The Cane Creek Tigon hybrid coil shock deserves credit here as well, thanks to its responsiveness right off the top of the stroke.<\/p>\n<div style=\"min-height: 250px;padding: auto;margin-bottom: 20px\" class=\"singl-469faeeca7221fe79a2738019e464e35 singl-content\" id=\"singl-469faeeca7221fe79a2738019e464e35\"><\/div>\n<p class=\"has-very-light-gray-background-color has-background\"><strong>Reviewer profile<\/strong>\u00a0<em>height<\/em>: 190cm (6\u20193\u2033)\u00a0<em>weight<\/em>: 75kg (165lb)\u00a0<em>testing zone<\/em>: Southeast, USA<\/p>\n<p>The upshot is a stiff platform with zero discernible side-to-side flex that feels efficient, if heavy, when climbing uphill. My build weighed 16.4kg \u2014 over 36lb! \u2014 which definitely requires significantly more effort on the climbs than a lighter bike would.<\/p>\n<p>The good news is that it\u2019s incredibly capable when it\u2019s time to descend. The Canfield Tilt feels more like a tightly-tuned enduro race bike than a short\/medium-travel trail bike, especially compared to the Revel Rascal I tested in 2024.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/canfield-tilt-2-3.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"2400\" data-id=\"720836\" src=\"\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&apos;%20viewBox=&apos;0%200%201600%202400&apos;%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" data-src=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/canfield-tilt-2-3.jpg\" alt=\"A cyclist wearing a helmet and sunglasses rides a bright green mountain bike over rocky terrain in a forested area, surrounded by tall trees and lush greenery. The rider is in an active position, navigating the trail.\" class=\"wp-image-720836 lazy\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/canfield-tilt-2-3.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/canfield-tilt-2-3-500x750.jpg 500w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/canfield-tilt-2-3-780x1170.jpg 780w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/canfield-tilt-2-3-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/canfield-tilt-2-3-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/canfield-tilt-2-3-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/canfield-tilt-2-3-600x900.jpg 600w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\"><\/a><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/canfield-tilt-24.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"2060\" data-id=\"720837\" src=\"\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&apos;%20viewBox=&apos;0%200%202400%202060&apos;%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" data-src=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/canfield-tilt-24.jpg\" alt=\"A mountain biker in an orange shirt and black shorts is riding a green bike on a dirt trail surrounded by trees. The rider is leaning forward, catching air as they navigate a jump, with fallen leaves and lush greenery in the background. Sunlight filters through the trees, highlighting the dynamic movement of the ride.\" class=\"wp-image-720837 lazy\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/canfield-tilt-24.jpg 2400w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/canfield-tilt-24-750x644.jpg 750w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/canfield-tilt-24-1170x1004.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/canfield-tilt-24-768x659.jpg 768w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/canfield-tilt-24-1536x1318.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/canfield-tilt-24-2048x1758.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/canfield-tilt-24-600x515.jpg 600w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2400px) 100vw, 2400px\"><\/a><\/figure><figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-caption wp-element-caption\">Photo Left: Leah Barber. Photo right: Aaron Siegler.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>In his review of an earlier version of the Tilt, Matt Miller said, \u201cthe Tilt is no monster truck. It\u2019s a capable bike, but not a trail plow.\u201d He went on to say he \u201cneeded to maintain an aggressive, forward posture on the descents and really put some oomph into the frame to get the most out of the Tilt on the descents, but given its short rear end, it\u2019s an easy bike to whip around corners.\u201d<\/p>\n<div style=\"min-height: 250px;padding: auto;margin-bottom: 20px\" class=\"singl-6d8a0d1828fea79b2d263052381413da singl-content\" id=\"singl-6d8a0d1828fea79b2d263052381413da\"><\/div>\n<p>With longer, 442mm chainstays as tested, I\u2019d say Canfield has found the right balance. The bike feels quite stable on fast descents, and yet it\u2019s still nimble enough to take on tight and twisty singletrack. I had the most fun with the Tilt on steep and chunky trails. It\u2019s a fun bike to ride on manicured flow trails, too, though in more of an \u201coverbiking\u201d sort of way.<\/p>\n<p>Right off the bat, I swapped out the bars that came with the Tilt for a set of 50mm riser bars. Honestly, I think an 80mm riser bar would have been even better given my height and the bike\u2019s short stack height.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-7.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1170\" height=\"780\" src=\"\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&apos;%20viewBox=&apos;0%200%201170%20780&apos;%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" data-src=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-7-1170x780.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up of a mountain bike&apos;s crankset and chain, featuring a blue gear with a textured design and a black crank arm adorned with a stylized skull logo. The bike&apos;s bright green frame is visible in the background, set against a natural, leaf-covered ground.\" class=\"wp-image-719897 lazy\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-7-1170x780.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-7-750x500.jpg 750w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-7-375x250.jpg 375w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-7-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-7-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-7-2048x1366.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CANFIELD-TILT-7-600x400.jpg 600w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1170px) 100vw, 1170px\"><\/a><\/figure>\n<p>Canfield specs a number of their own parts, including a gorgeous, high-quality crankset, which is available in multiple lengths from 150-170mm. I tested a pair of Canfield Crampon Mountain Pedals with the Tilt, and they are on par with the top flat pedals I\u2019ve used over the years.<\/p>\n<div style=\"min-height: 250px;padding: auto;margin-bottom: 20px\" class=\"singl-378061b7d63a66758b891051c00c8088 singl-content\" id=\"singl-378061b7d63a66758b891051c00c8088\"><\/div>\n<p>The Tilt is available in six different builds, and the Canfield team is always willing to work with buyers on a custom parts spec. <\/p>\n<div style=\"padding: 15px;background: #f1f1f1;max-width: 800px;margin: 0 auto 25px auto\">\n<h3 style=\"margin: 0;padding: 0 0 5px 0\">Share your Canfield Tilt review<\/h3>\n<div style=\"font-size: 12px;margin-bottom: 15px\">Tried it? 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I like the neon-green frame color, though if this were my bike, I\u2019d swap the blue accent colors on the chainring, fork, and pedals for something more neutral.<\/p>\n<p>The Tilt shares the same rear end with the longer-travel Canfield Lithium. Not only that, 2020-2025 Tilt owners can upgrade to the new rear triangle with UDH dropouts <a href=\"https:\/\/canfieldbikes.com\/collections\/canfield-bikes-tilt-service-parts\/products\/tilt-lithium-v3-rear-triangle\">for $1,000<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pros-and-cons-of-canfield-tilt\">Pros and cons of Canfield Tilt<\/h2>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pros\">Pros<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>CBF suspension delivers excellent traction<\/li>\n<li>Highly adaptable and robust frame<\/li>\n<li>Internal\/external cable routing and threaded bottom bracket promise simple maintenance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cons\">Cons<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bottle mount is not in an ideal location<\/li>\n<li>Heavy <\/li>\n<li>Tall riders may prefer a taller stack height<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-bottom-line\">Bottom line<\/h2>\n<p>The Canfield Tilt is a capable, confidence-inspiring trail bike that prioritizes traction and descending performance over weight, making it an excellent choice for riders who value adjustability and durability, especially for riding technical terrain.<\/p>\n<div style=\"min-height: 250px;padding: auto;margin-bottom: 20px\" class=\"singl-8347e7c512f88abcffe96d34330edb5a singl-content\" id=\"singl-8347e7c512f88abcffe96d34330edb5a\"><\/div>\n<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t&lt;!&#8211;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Related articles<\/h4>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t&#8211;&gt;<\/p>\n<div style=\"height: 30px\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<p>\t\t\t\tjQuery(function() {<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\tpostpayloads._4cf5268e8791001e6468c47c8c6ba4d4 = {&#8220;ids&#8221;:&#8221;598426,687737,691155,705246&#8243;,&#8221;posts_per_page&#8221;:null,&#8221;offset&#8221;:0,&#8221;style&#8221;:&#8221;4up&#8221;};<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\tpostcounter._4cf5268e8791001e6468c47c8c6ba4d4 = {start: 0, step: 0, end: 0};<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t});<\/p>\n<div class=\"row\" style=\"background: #fff\">\n<div class=\"col-xs-6 col-md-3 st_archive_4up\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.singletracks.com\/mtb-gear\/2021-canfield-tilt-bike-review\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&apos;%20viewBox=&apos;0%200%201%201&apos;%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" data-src=\"https:\/\/images.singletracks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Canfield_Tilt-0087-750x500.jpg\" alt=\"A white mountain bike positioned in tall grass, with trees in the background. 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