ROR: the Emonda SL comes with what Trek calls their H2 fit-a bit more relaxed and upright. Even so, I have mine set up with 9cm of drop on a 56cm frame, which is about as agressive as my 62 year old body can handle. My guess is the Canyon will give to a similar option or even more--the sizing doesn't line up neatly with the Emonda, but it appears to be a shorter headtube, apples to apples. I won't comment on the ride, since we've both ridden the Emonda, but not the Canyon. FWIW: it looks like Trek's Spring sale is on until Monday, which may bridge the price gap some.