I have a 2022 Domane SLR 6 and absolutely love it. Yes it’s not the lightest but I also own a 10 year old Time VXR Carbon everything sub 6 kg rim brake bike. I can average a higher average speed on the Trek whilst enjoying every minute due to unimaginable comfort. Forget the extra few grams and enjoy the ride which is why we work hard to afford and appreciate these bikes
Just scooped a SL 5 at a clearance price of 1k off the MSRP, just got it today and did a quick 5km jaunt around the hood and can already feel the potential of this bike...looking forward to the feel after a much longer 100+ km ride
I’m tired of this bike being pitched as the non serious rider’s bike. I have an SL7 etap and have taken it on multiple 100+ mile rides. It’s been amazing
I seem to be spotting this quite a bit. UA-cam reviewers come out with commentary entitled eg 'is there still a role for endurance road bikes?', talk about how they might be squeezed between road and gravel but don't really answer their own question. Then, the comments under reviews of the best endurance bikes have plenty of comments like yours indicating there absolutely is!
Is a 300g weight savings a “dramatic” reduction when the prior version was clearly overweight? Isn’t this weight reduction driven mostly(entirely?) by getting rid of the headset Isospeed?
It is, and although their claim that this is the lightest disc brake domane ever, it’s also the second heaviest as Gen 3 was the first to have disc brakes.
I Remember the Trek Domane 6.9 2013 carbon frame...only back isospeed...rim brake...weight 6.9 kg.... light comfortable fast Endurance Road Machine....the Old Skool....🪶🪶
The bike industry- "weight does not matter" (because we want you to buy a heavy disk brake bike)... 2 years later- "here is the new, even more expensive, a little lighter disk bike"
I have a 2019 rim brake domane ultegra mechanical and 2019 check point I built up with used frames. Geometry feels so close except checkpoint can fit 45 mm tires and domane max at 28. Perfect for me. Rim brake road is fantastic.
Got a 2016 Domane SLR, specced it up with a bunch of eBay Dura Ace, Mavic R-Sys, some lightweight finishing kit. It's an amazing bike, it cost less than half what a new SLR will cost you, and it weighs 6.6kg. I'm still not sure why anyone would spend $$$ to get a bit of a barge, albeit a slightly lighter, more aero barge.
I am looking forward to riding this bike every day for a month and a half next year though the fit may be more relaxed than what I'm used to on my own bike.
@@LilyLuna-24 I have a Domane sl7 of the previous generation and it’s probably the most comfortable most thought out road bike I’ve experienced. Truly a great machine.
I have a 2018 Domane SLR 6 Rim brake size 56, 11-34 cassette, Ultegra mechanical shifting. It weighs 18lbs with a full large bottle of water, head unit and lights front and rear. Paid no where near what Trek is asking for a mid range SL bike and yes I bought it new. I tested the new SL7 with Sram Force etap...what a pig it was and wasn't that impressed.
When i go on a 200+ km ride i want this bike, not some ultra light, super rigid, racing geometry one. This is the answer to "do we still need endurance road bikes" question.
Hi, in some videos I see the domane sl as a non-sportive bike, and in other videos, I see it as a racemachine… is the endurance geometry the same for sl vs slr series?
This new SL5 is a great bike but why is it yet again even more expensive when it has 1 less IsoSpeed? Less tech = more money? How does Trek justify this I wonder? I love Trek, its just their pricing is steep and year on year the price goies up by about £300!
I don’t know why people are complaining about weight. With the right build, you can get the RSL to 7.4kg. This same heavy Domane won the Paris Roubaix. 😏
Pretty much all these “reviews” including the BS from hucksters like David Arthur, Gravel Cyclist, etc…. are nothing but marketing phrases being regurgitated by these clowns. I view them strictly for some laughs
The domane is not designed to be a lightweight hill climber it's designed for comfort the previous Gen donane was a good 300 grams heavier id say that is a significant weight saving that's nearly a pound. And it not all about weight when it comes to performance I personally prefer a bike that is more robust made with more material and thicker tubing then then extremely light fragile carbon frames with thin ass tubes
@@tamasvarga67 Agreed, but those hoses are still running through the head tube. Doesn't look like there will be enough slack to allow the fork to drop out, unless you remove the levers from the bars perhaps?
I thankfully bought my Domane for half the price from Evans Cycle. But if I'm honest with you, it is quite disappointing that it weighs 9ish kg even with the SL6 componentry, and originally, cost north of £3k. Now seeing these new "lightweight" generations coming out and the pricing on it makes me sick and think "who on earth is silly enough to buy this, at that price?" It's just utterly disgusting to hear 10% this, 10% that! But I am not of those of the 10% of the population who can actually benefit from the "10% increase in aero at 45km/h." Like come on! This is greed upon greed, and deception and trying to take peoples hard earned money.
yes its domane al 2 i think, but it has only cheap and basic gearing and other components, actually for entry level there are better brands, at least in germany when it comes to pricing and getting most out of it, there is like canyon endurace al 6 or cube attain race with tiagra groupset and lighter build at all, for just 100 Euros more
@@ReadyF0RHeady it is actully a whole range of bikes from Al 2 that you mention, then AL 3 Disc which I found a very good entry level bike with Sora and mechanical discbreaks, then AL 4 Disc with Tiagra and hydraulic breaks and then AL 5 Disc with Shimano 105. Just dismiss Domane AL because you don't like AL2 is very unfair.
@@MarkusFolkesson i know all of those of course but al 3 etc is also kinda overpriced at least in German Market for what you get comored to other Brands, its unfortunate because i really Love Design of Trek, i also got Checkpoint al 3 for komooting and Touring
@@ReadyF0RHeady twoo things: That Trek is a premium brand, even their more basic range, is no argument not talking about the range (you can of course mention they are abit pricy). Secondly: At least here in Sweden I have to say I prefer a well made Domane AL5 over a badly made Shimano 105 carbon fiber bike from a random brand. After 5 or 10 years you will understand the pricedifference, kind of that.
These new Trek Disc bikes are still heavy boats for what you pay. $4000-$5000 for a 21-22 lb bike. 7 years ago I bought an Aluminum Rim brake Jamis bike brand new on sale for $500 that weighed 19.8lbs. 2023 Gen 4 SL5 weighs 21lbs with pedals for $4500 plus tax, so over $5000 for a 21lb bike
Yeah, and it cost several thousand dollars more too. What a joke! Only a fool would pay anything close to what they are asking for this cheaply fabbed CF cookie cutter bike. And there are loads of such fools out there, 😀😀😀
Not exactly. Looks like you can mount any stem you like, though you will lose the "clean look cover". Seems to be the same system as with the Specialized Allez sprint.
False. Some of us ride on VERY hilly terrain with long and/or steep ascents. An extra kilogram of dead weight is beyond stupid, especially with a ridiculous price tag attached.
@@meruleus3433 It's the same bike, my 2020 was 10.1kg when I started, the wheels and disk brakes make new bikes heavy but a few modifications and some carbon wheels, you will be well under 9kg and its more than enough for 99% of riders.
Sorry not the lightest. I have a 2015 Domane 6.9 Disc With Dura Ace Di2 and it is significantly lighter. In 2015 the Domane was not trying to be a wannabe gravel bike and instead was a classic race bike that Cancellara had many wins on.
Your's is my fav gen of Domane. It struck the best balance of comfort, speed, and sensible design features. This new gen does have some improvement but only because they really screwed up the outgoing one
I have an old rim brake domane with seat post isospeed only. Lighter than this disc brake overpriced bad quality control stuff they’re putting out now. But, if you want a great all around bike that you can put wide tires on, sure go disc.
Spent about 500 miles on it and so far so good. ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxMesz3KOGEmwmvyKQfLfrRSUXLFzfVHZA Pros:1. Very light2. Solid quality build3. Fast delivery: It arrived 5 weeks earlier than expected.4. Easy assemblyJust a few cons but nothing major:1. Cheap tin tubes and had flat on first day... but not a big deal. I replaced the tubes.2. Seat is a bit uncomfortable but that's pretty much the same situation with most bikes.3. Seat post is a bit long/high for a smaller size 48 bike - had to saw 2 inch off to fit properly. The lowest setting is too high. The post locking system does not seem to hold well (perhaps because I saw 2 inch off).4. wheels are not tubeless compatible (from what I can tell)
I have a 2022 Domane SLR 6 and absolutely love it. Yes it’s not the lightest but I also own a 10 year old Time VXR Carbon everything sub 6 kg rim brake bike. I can average a higher average speed on the Trek whilst enjoying every minute due to unimaginable comfort. Forget the extra few grams and enjoy the ride which is why we work hard to afford and appreciate these bikes
Just scooped a SL 5 at a clearance price of 1k off the MSRP, just got it today and did a quick 5km jaunt around the hood and can already feel the potential of this bike...looking forward to the feel after a much longer 100+ km ride
I’m tired of this bike being pitched as the non serious rider’s bike. I have an SL7 etap and have taken it on multiple 100+ mile rides. It’s been amazing
I seem to be spotting this quite a bit. UA-cam reviewers come out with commentary entitled eg 'is there still a role for endurance road bikes?', talk about how they might be squeezed between road and gravel but don't really answer their own question.
Then, the comments under reviews of the best endurance bikes have plenty of comments like yours indicating there absolutely is!
@@artgreen6915 yessir, some of my best moments were on that bike
Is a 300g weight savings a “dramatic” reduction when the prior version was clearly overweight? Isn’t this weight reduction driven mostly(entirely?) by getting rid of the headset Isospeed?
I guess it is.
This frame has all whistles and bells, but it goes for a cost.
It is, and although their claim that this is the lightest disc brake domane ever, it’s also the second heaviest as Gen 3 was the first to have disc brakes.
@@ReedOman-wg3bu they know how to tell bad news in a good way :D
@@ReedOman-wg3bu Nope, the generation before was also available with disc-brakes.
I Remember the Trek Domane 6.9 2013 carbon frame...only back isospeed...rim brake...weight 6.9 kg.... light comfortable fast Endurance Road Machine....the Old Skool....🪶🪶
It sounds like a great bike.. Thank you for creating the insight (I hope Trek don’t limit fit by only offering an offset seat post)
The bike industry- "weight does not matter" (because we want you to buy a heavy disk brake bike)... 2 years later- "here is the new, even more expensive, a little lighter disk bike"
I have a 2019 rim brake domane ultegra mechanical and 2019 check point I built up with used frames. Geometry feels so close except checkpoint can fit 45 mm tires and domane max at 28. Perfect for me. Rim brake road is fantastic.
Got a 2016 Domane SLR, specced it up with a bunch of eBay Dura Ace, Mavic R-Sys, some lightweight finishing kit. It's an amazing bike, it cost less than half what a new SLR will cost you, and it weighs 6.6kg. I'm still not sure why anyone would spend $$$ to get a bit of a barge, albeit a slightly lighter, more aero barge.
My 2021 Domane is lighter than the 2023 too. LoL
Just because your old bike is lighter, it doesn't equal it being as fast or as comfortable. Comments like this are just stupid
This answers all my wants from owning the 2020 model minus the price tag
Is the trek updating the Domane AL lineup as well?
The Trek Domane reminds me of the Dawes Galaxy. Which was a brilliant touring bike. It was made of steel and had a weight of around 28lbs
I am looking forward to riding this bike every day for a month and a half next year though the fit may be more relaxed than what I'm used to on my own bike.
I lucked into one of the SLR 7 eTap and it is a glorious update. Close to 2 lbs lighter than my 2021 SLR 7 Di2 model.
No mention about if the bike still has duotrap. The new Domane appears to not have it. The integrated lights seem to be absent also.
£3,350 for mechanical 105's, when the Giant Defy comes in at £2,899 with SRAM Rival eTap AXS, and is lighter. It's a no from me.
It’s trek it’s always more expensive
wtf
NUTS
Not everyone wants electronic shifting. Like myself. Plus this bike isn’t meant to be a lightweight climber. That’s what the Emonda is for
@@LilyLuna-24 I have a Domane sl7 of the previous generation and it’s probably the most comfortable most thought out road bike I’ve experienced. Truly a great machine.
I liked the adjustability of the iso speed better, you can lock it out and it changes the way the bike climbs
So what is the totals weight of the full bike?
Do the SL and the SLR share the exact same rear iso speed?
I have a 2018 Domane SLR 6 Rim brake size 56, 11-34 cassette, Ultegra mechanical shifting. It weighs 18lbs with a full large bottle of water, head unit and lights front and rear. Paid no where near what Trek is asking for a mid range SL bike and yes I bought it new. I tested the new SL7 with Sram Force etap...what a pig it was and wasn't that impressed.
I’m with you. I have a 2019 domane mechanical full ultegra.
When i go on a 200+ km ride i want this bike, not some ultra light, super rigid, racing geometry one. This is the answer to "do we still need endurance road bikes" question.
hidden mudguard mounts? it was the first thing I noticed
What dramatic weight saving? It’s almost exactly as heavy as before.
BikeRadar just like David Arthur, etc… are nothing but a marketing arm of these bike makers posing as independent reviewers.
Hi, in some videos I see the domane sl as a non-sportive bike, and in other videos, I see it as a racemachine… is the endurance geometry the same for sl vs slr series?
This new SL5 is a great bike but why is it yet again even more expensive when it has 1 less IsoSpeed? Less tech = more money? How does Trek justify this I wonder? I love Trek, its just their pricing is steep and year on year the price goies up by about £300!
cheeky "inflation" and "crisis mode" tactics
I don’t know why people are complaining about weight. With the right build, you can get the RSL to 7.4kg. This same heavy Domane won the Paris Roubaix. 😏
Imagine praising a 5000€ road bike with a weight of 8,9kg as light
Not just lighter - But DRAMATICALLY lighter. Hard to keep taking them serious. You might as well read the TREK marketing press release.
That's probably a small frame without pedals etc.
Pretty much all these “reviews” including the BS from hucksters like David Arthur, Gravel Cyclist, etc…. are nothing but marketing phrases being regurgitated by these clowns. I view them strictly for some laughs
@@ivanboesky1520 David Arthur, the guy with the impressive lisp
The domane is not designed to be a lightweight hill climber it's designed for comfort the previous Gen donane was a good 300 grams heavier id say that is a significant weight saving that's nearly a pound. And it not all about weight when it comes to performance I personally prefer a bike that is more robust made with more material and thicker tubing then then extremely light fragile carbon frames with thin ass tubes
The colour way is identical to Canyon Endurace CF SL 8
If my bike box requires me to remove the handlebars, would this still work?
Will you have to disconnect the brake hoses in order to service the headset?
No, it runs outside of the head set
@@tamasvarga67 Agreed, but those hoses are still running through the head tube. Doesn't look like there will be enough slack to allow the fork to drop out, unless you remove the levers from the bars perhaps?
The front brake hose would need to be disconnected to service the headset.
I thankfully bought my Domane for half the price from Evans Cycle. But if I'm honest with you, it is quite disappointing that it weighs 9ish kg even with the SL6 componentry, and originally, cost north of £3k.
Now seeing these new "lightweight" generations coming out and the pricing on it makes me sick and think "who on earth is silly enough to buy this, at that price?" It's just utterly disgusting to hear 10% this, 10% that! But I am not of those of the 10% of the population who can actually benefit from the "10% increase in aero at 45km/h." Like come on! This is greed upon greed, and deception and trying to take peoples hard earned money.
The entry level is Domane AL, isn't it?
yes its domane al 2 i think, but it has only cheap and basic gearing and other components, actually for entry level there are better brands, at least in germany when it comes to pricing and getting most out of it, there is like canyon endurace al 6 or cube attain race with tiagra groupset and lighter build at all, for just 100 Euros more
@@ReadyF0RHeady it is actully a whole range of bikes from Al 2 that you mention, then AL 3 Disc which I found a very good entry level bike with Sora and mechanical discbreaks, then AL 4 Disc with Tiagra and hydraulic breaks and then AL 5 Disc with Shimano 105.
Just dismiss Domane AL because you don't like AL2 is very unfair.
@@MarkusFolkesson i know all of those of course but al 3 etc is also kinda overpriced at least in German Market for what you get comored to other Brands, its unfortunate because i really Love Design of Trek, i also got Checkpoint al 3 for komooting and Touring
@@ReadyF0RHeady twoo things: That Trek is a premium brand, even their more basic range, is no argument not talking about the range (you can of course mention they are abit pricy).
Secondly: At least here in Sweden I have to say I prefer a well made Domane AL5 over a badly made Shimano 105 carbon fiber bike from a random brand.
After 5 or 10 years you will understand the pricedifference, kind of that.
Find a good secondhand rimbrake model. They have a much nicer fork too.
Sounds like an amazing bike, but the price of Trek's new bikes is getting out of hand. $4,999 for a frame set is insane.
These new Trek Disc bikes are still heavy boats for what you pay. $4000-$5000 for a 21-22 lb bike. 7 years ago I bought an Aluminum Rim brake Jamis bike brand new on sale for $500 that weighed 19.8lbs. 2023 Gen 4 SL5 weighs 21lbs with pedals for $4500 plus tax, so over $5000 for a 21lb bike
Same weight as my steel frame bike with R7000. 😞
Yeah, and it cost several thousand dollars more too. What a joke! Only a fool would pay anything close to what they are asking for this cheaply fabbed CF cookie cutter bike. And there are loads of such fools out there, 😀😀😀
No front isospeed is an improvement? Not easy (or even possible?) to put on an adjustable stem? Sorry, not interested.
So now we’re stuck with their proprietary stems when we want add a cm of reach….that’s progress?
Not exactly. Looks like you can mount any stem you like, though you will lose the "clean look cover". Seems to be the same system as with the Specialized Allez sprint.
Trek 2030: Our new Endurance bike with Fat bike tire clearance.
In Michigan people have raced gravel with the domane and 40c tires for years, having some clearance makes sense
@@kurtkehren830 Yes it does! I just wanted to point where the industry is going :)
LOL
And our lightest ever 2030 model at 10.9 kgs. 😀😀😀
You will be left with the lightest wallet .all bikes are well overpriced
So it used to be an expensive tank for no valid reason, now it's just an overpriced heavy bike. Great.
over 7k and the bike still weights close to 8.5kg ?? is it a joke ??
Sounds good, it would be nice if you could actually buy one.
No UDH on carbon gen4??? What in the world....
Crazy how they always review top of the line bikes, how about midrange for the most common folks…
The bike in the video looks amazing, but the photos are horribly edited or taken in the first place.
if you're not a professional nobody cares about weight, paying for a race bike when you never race, that's modern cycling
False. Some of us ride on VERY hilly terrain with long and/or steep ascents. An extra kilogram of dead weight is beyond stupid, especially with a ridiculous price tag attached.
On a ‘21 SL6, switch the saddle, throw some 28mm tubeless tires…200$~. There’s your 300g. Take a small leak just in case. $100’s cheaper than this.
The prices are a joke.
For a nearly 9Kg bike, that's dumb.
This could seriously rival the Canyon Endurace.
How exactly?
The Endurace with mech Ultegra is 8,3kg and costs 2300€, how about the Domane?
Yeah, the Domane with mech 105 costs 3500€ and weighs 9kg
Makes my 2020 aluminum domane AL5 at 8.5kg like a featherweight
My 2021 white Domane Al 3 just at 9,45 kg 🚴🏻👍
I wonder why the Al5 2022 has 10,1kg...
@@meruleus3433 It's the same bike, my 2020 was 10.1kg when I started, the wheels and disk brakes make new bikes heavy but a few modifications and some carbon wheels, you will be well under 9kg and its more than enough for 99% of riders.
12000 pounds holy shit
Sorry not the lightest. I have a 2015 Domane 6.9 Disc With Dura Ace Di2 and it is significantly lighter. In 2015 the Domane was not trying to be a wannabe gravel bike and instead was a classic race bike that Cancellara had many wins on.
Your's is my fav gen of Domane. It struck the best balance of comfort, speed, and sensible design features. This new gen does have some improvement but only because they really screwed up the outgoing one
wrong they fit 40 size tires, Ive seen 42 fit but 40s are better
I rather buy a Brompton t line at a fraction of the price and weight
My 2021 Domane is lighter than 2023's. And it has front iso speed. LoL
trek just too expensive for what you get, compared to other brands
Still heavy
‘Lightest Domane ever’ - hardly a high bar is it they’re tanks
I have an old rim brake domane with seat post isospeed only. Lighter than this disc brake overpriced bad quality control stuff they’re putting out now. But, if you want a great all around bike that you can put wide tires on, sure go disc.
The most horrific headsets known to man.
If you’re over 170lbs, frame weight savings at this level is of marginal significance
Warren is more an ebiker. LOL
Spent about 500 miles on it and so far so good. ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxMesz3KOGEmwmvyKQfLfrRSUXLFzfVHZA Pros:1. Very light2. Solid quality build3. Fast delivery: It arrived 5 weeks earlier than expected.4. Easy assemblyJust a few cons but nothing major:1. Cheap tin tubes and had flat on first day... but not a big deal. I replaced the tubes.2. Seat is a bit uncomfortable but that's pretty much the same situation with most bikes.3. Seat post is a bit long/high for a smaller size 48 bike - had to saw 2 inch off to fit properly. The lowest setting is too high. The post locking system does not seem to hold well (perhaps because I saw 2 inch off).4. wheels are not tubeless compatible (from what I can tell)
I think you really need to walk away from voice overs and slideshows. It's time.
Who will pay, then?
MADE IN CHINA!
And what.. pinarello, Santa Cruz, yeti etc are all made in china or Taiwan.
Yes very sad. We have to stop!
@@frankscamacca377 why?
Is this thing made in China or Taiwan?