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Trek Domane SL7 review

The ultimate in road-smoothing goodness

David Caudery/Immediate Media

Warren Rossiter

Unbelievably smooth ride with great handling

A little weighty, not tubeless ready

The third iteration of the Domane sees significant improvements when it comes to aerodynamics. Looking at the chassis you can see plenty of design influence from the buttery-smooth slipperiness that is the brilliant Madone.

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The front end’s sculpted head tube integrates smoothly into the wide fork crown with its huge clearance for 38mm tyres. You’ll find the requisite ISO standard of 4mm clearance for the max-tyre size. The front end has been cleaned up aero wise with all of the cables now running through the bars and around the back of the stem.

This Domane, Trek claims, will save you a minute an hour over the previous generation.

IsoSpeed ‘decoupling’ system, isolating the seatstays from the seat tube

The key feature of the Domane is Trek’s unique IsoSpeed ‘decoupling’ system. At the rear this isolates the seatstays from the seat tube allowing it to flex more freely, giving the rear end a controlled compliance that reacts well to high-frequency vibrations and larger bumps.

The front end sees the traditional headset arrangement replaced with a rocker cup located at the top (of the headset). This design locks in the steerer tube laterally but (like the rear) it allows the steerer to move fore and aft, flexing as you ride over rougher ground. The effect is that the front-end tracks and steers as well as any bike with added compliance over rough surfaces.

The Domane doesn’t lack for extra details, however, and the removable rear bridge and mudguard eyelets give all-weather riding appeal.

Between the down tube bottle cage mount is a flip switch, turn this and the bottle cage section pops out to reveal a storage area big enough for a multi-tool, inflator and tyre levers (that can all be stored in the included bag). It’s a neat storage idea that replaces the need for a saddlebag.

The SL7 uses Trek’s second-tier frameset. Although it’s still made with high-grade 500 series carbon, it lacks the adjustability to the rear end of the SLR model and at a claimed 1365g for the frame it’s 30g heavier than the top model and its 700 series carbon.

The extra weight in the frame is the trade-off for the added comfort, so even though the SL7 was the best-equipped and most expensive bike that I had on test, it was also the heaviest by nearly half a kilo.

Bontrager Aeolus Pro 3V wheels paired with R2 Hardcase Lite tyres

The Domane doesn’t ride ‘heavier’ than the competition and much of that is down to the excellent wheels. The Pro 3V wheels retail on their own for £1100, so it’s good to see them on a bike of this calibre.

The 1590g a pair weight is impressive for a 37mm deep aero-optimised wheel. The broad shape, 32.6mm wide externally and a huge 25.2mm wide internally, mates to the 32c R2 tyres perfectly to add hugely to the Domane’s gloriously smooth ride.

The wheels are tubeless ready, although the tyres aren’t. The SL7 would benefit from the added advantage of large volume tubeless tyres. The net weight loss afforded by losing large tubes against their sealant replacement would only add to its great ride.

The SL7 really does cover the ground with blissful ease. The limousine-like ride quality could make for a bland experience. What it does, however, is make for a bike that’s brilliantly surefooted.

The SL7 seems to hunker down into corners and grip for days. Even in pretty adverse damp, drizzly conditions, this Domane has assured handling.

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When the road starts to rise, the generous gearing of a compact 50/34 chainset with an 11-34 cassette is welcome. The sharpness of the shifting from the Ultegra Di2 drivetrain means that even shifting on steep slopes out of the saddle is handled fuss-free.

The SL7 has a lot going for it with the advantages of the comfort afforded by the ride. Add to that big tyre clearance and it becomes a valid all-road machine with plenty of gravel potential (with a switch of tyres). It’s no surprise that Trek had a limited-edition ‘gravel’ version of the Domane and this bike has a lot of potential to be a one-bike solution.

However, at £100 short of five grand I’d have liked the SL7 to have been lighter and it should come with tubeless tyres as standard. Nevertheless, this is a sweet handling bike with a truly luxurious ride.

Trek Domane SL7 geometry

Seat angle: 72.5 degrees
Head angle: 71.5 degrees
Chainstay: 41.3cm
Seat tube: 51cm
Top tube: 56.5cm
Head tube: 19.5cm
Fork offset: 4.75cm
Trail: 6.5cm
Bottom bracket drop: 7.8cm
Bottom bracket height: 27cm
Wheelbase: 1,016mm
Stack: 61.1cm
Reach: 38cm

How we tested

This bike was tested as part of a five bike grouptest of premium endurance machines.

The bikes were tested against each other to find out which one provides the best blend of comfort and performance.

Bikes also on test:

Giant Defy Advanced Pro 2
Cannondale Synapse Carbon Disc Dura-Ace
Simplon Kiaro Disc
Specialized Roubaix Comp UDi2

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2022 Trek Domane SLR 7 Review

by Riding With Ryan (Official)

In this 2022 Trek Domane SLR 7 review I’ll share my 1,000 mile update since receiving the bike. I ordered this bike in 2021, and it was delivered right around the New Year. Thanks to a much warmer spring than expected, I’ve been able to put a lot of miles on this bike.

If you aren’t familiar, the Domane is Trek’s Endurance road bike. It’s made for brutally long and rough rides. The 2022 Domane SLR 7 includes Trek’s IsoSpeed technology, which acts as a suspension for your rigid frame road bike.

2022 Trek Domane SLR 7 Key Features

Weight – Endurance bikes are made for comfort so cyclists can last all day in the saddle. That typically makes them heavier. That’s not the case with the SLR 7 because it weighs just 18.5 pounds, or 8.4 kilograms. Most mid-level road bikes weigh around 20 pounds, so weight is one feature putting the SLR 7 in the super bike category.

I soSpeed – It’s crazy to think Trek was able to get this bike below 20 pounds considering the frame includes Trek’s tunable IsoSpeed. Typically a suspension adds weight, but according to Trek, there is no weight penalty from IsoSpeed.

Ultegra Di2 – Arguably, the best feature of the 2022 Trek Domane SLR 7 is the Shimano Ultegra Di2 groupset. The brake modulation with Shimano Ultegra hydraulic disc brakes feels amazing. The speed, reliability and accuracy of wireless shifting is remarkable.

Is Shimano Ultegra Di2 Worth It?

Having worked in a bike shop recently I’ve had the opportunity to ride bikes equipped with SRAM Red eTap AXS, as well as Shimano’s Dura Ace Di2. Of all the different groupsets I’ve been fortunate enough to ride, it is my opinion Shimano Ultegra Di2 is the best value in electronic shifting.

Anyone that has ridden with electronic shifting knows mechanical will be extinct one day. Nothing compares to the precision, accuracy, and quiet gear changes that electronic shifting gives you. It is by far the best experience I’ve had on a bike in terms of equipment. (My best riding experience is riding Going to the Sun Road in Glacier National Park.)

Ultegra Di2 is durable enough to go on a gravel bike, but lightweight enough you can put it on your climbing bike. The price point on Ultegra is great, marginally higher than the 105 lineup known for it’s incredible value. It is the most important feature in this Trek Domane SLR 7 review.

Trek Domane SLR 7 Accessories

This bike screams for new bar tape. The options within Project One were dreadful. Cyclists buying a high-end super bike like this probably already have a favorite bar tape. I love LizardSkins, and decided to add a bit of matching color, which is a first for me.

You get a great selection of saddles during the P1 experience, so this was the first road bike I didn’t have to immediately upgrade. Pedals on the other hand are still something manufacturers leave off bikes. It makes sense that pedals are not included. There is no standard cleat preference, even at the highest level of cycling, so manufacturers leave pedals off.

Much like bar tape, you probably already know what pedals you like. You splurged on an incredible bike, why not upgrade your pedals too. It’s a great opportunity to try Speedplay pedals, or SPD-SL.

The only other accessory I highly recommend is a flat kit for the downtube storage. The downtube storage is a cool feature and it would be a shame not to take advantage of it. I take a spare tube and Co2 cartridge in mine.

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Trek Domane SL 7 – Review 2023

March 31, 2022

By m bhatia

Trek Domane SL 7

The Trek Domane SL 7, which was first presented in 2012 as a lightweight, high-performance endurance road bike , has received the normal carbon layup advancements. With the SLR model in 2016, it received important structural improvements, including the addition of an IsoSpeed Decoupler to the front of the bike, as well as an adjustable IsoSpeed for the seat tube.

The front IsoSpeed system has been added to the SL vehicles, which still have the basic, non-adjustable rear IsoSpeed system. That method is simpler and lighter, and it's what we're looking at right now.

Technical Specifications:

Frame : 500 Series OCLV Carbon, front & rear IsoSpeed Frame fit : Endurance Fork : Domane SLR carbon, tapered carbon steerer

Wheels : Bontrager Aeolus Pro 3V Tires : Bontrager R3 Hard-Case Lite, Tubeless Ready, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 700x32c

Drivetrain :

Shifters : Shimano Ultegra R8170 Di2, 12 speed

Front derailleur : Shimano Ultegra R8150 Di2, braze-on, down swing

Rear derailleur : Shimano Ultegra R8150 Di2

Crank : Shimano Ultegra R8100, 50/34

Bottom bracket : Praxis, T47 threaded, internal bearing

Cassette : Shimano Ultegra R8100, 11-34, 12 speed

Pedals : N/A

Components :

Saddle : Bontrager P3 Verse Comp, steel rails

Seatpost : Bontrager carbon internal seatmast cap, integrated light mount, 20mm offset

Handlebar : Bontrager Elite IsoZone VR-SF, alloy, 31.8mm, internal Di2 routing

Stem : Bontrager Pro, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree

Headset : FSA Integrated

Brakeset : Shimano Ultegra BR-R8070 Hydraulic disc

Trek Domane SL 7 Frame Design And Size:

Trek created the most stable racing geometry to complement the world's most advanced endurance bikes. Fast, but still with a higher head tube for more stability and comfort during the ride. The Trek 500 OCLV strikes a great blend of lightness, strength, and stiffness, making it ideal for Trek's advanced frame technologies.

The Trek Domane SL 7 has a second-tier frameset. Although it is still built of high-grade 500 series carbon, it lacks the flexibility of the SLR model's rear end and is 30g heavier than the top model's 700 series carbon frame.

Even while the SL7 is the best-equipped and most expensive bike, it is also the heaviest by nearly half a kg.

Trek Domane Sl 7

What are the different parts included in Trek Domane SL 7?

The trek domane SL 7 has the most adaptable performance saddle that puts you in a power posture for speed and control everywhere you ride—and it comes in a variety of sizes to guarantee you have the right fit. A complete cutout guarantees long-distance comfort for all riders and conditions. It also boasts longer saddle rails for a more customized fit and an integrated Blendr mount for a Flare tail light.

A lightweight aluminum handlebar with IsoZone pads to reduce vibration and a small flare to maximize wrist clearance. Are you ready to say goodbye to the wrist fatigue that comes with hard road rides? IsoZone foam cushions are built directly into the tops of the alloy Elite IsoZone bar to reduce vibration by 20%. This alloy bar is designed with a Variable Radius Shallow Flare (VR-SF) for a shorter reach and added confidence.

How does it feel to ride Domane SL7?

The tyres of domane sl7 aren't tubeless-ready, but the wheels are. The SL7 would benefit from the added benefit of tubeless tyres with a big volume. The net weight savings resulting from the removal of huge tubes and the substitution of sealant would only add to the ride's greatness.

When the route begins to rise, the ample gearing of a small 50/34 chainset with an 11-34 cassette comes in handy. Since the Ultegra Di2 drivetrain's shifting is so precise, even shifting on steep slopes out of the saddle is a pleasure. This is a fun-to-ride bike with a luxury feel.

What We Like

Endurance Geometry is conducive to long-distance travel.
Classic internal storage space allows you to store tools and accessories.
Domane is the most affordable road bike in the Domane family with this major upgrade in performance.
Wireless Ultegra Di2 provides faster, smoother, and more responsive shifts.

What We Don't Like

The bike is not tubeless-ready.

Why should you buy a Domane SL7 road bike?

The Domane SL 7 has many extra features, like a removable rear bridge and mudguard eyelets for all-weather riding.

Is Domane SL7 Trek bike value for money?

With the advantages of the ride's comfort, the SL7 has a lot going for it. When you add in the large tyre clearance, it becomes a viable all-terrain vehicle with plenty of gravel potential (with a switch of tyres). Trek's limited-edition 'gravel' version of the Domane is no surprise, and this bike has a lot of potential as a one-bike solution.

However, the SL7 is lighter and comes standard with tubeless tyres at this price. Nevertheless, this is a fun-to-ride motorcycle with an opulence ride.

What is the difference between Domane SL and SLR?

Both the Trek Domane SL and Domane SLR have carbon frames and hydraulic disc brakes. The Domane SL has aluminum wheels, whereas the Domane SLR has carbon wheels and higher-quality components.

What is the difference between Trek Domane and Emonda?

Madone focuses on aerodynamic efficiency, Emonda on lightweight, Domane on comfort and ride quality, and Checkpoint (disappointingly not Daemon to stay with the anagram concept) on dirt roads and mixed-surface riding.

What is IsoSpeed in a bicycle?

The IsoSpeed decoupler is a mechanical pivot that adds compliance to the bike's rear end while maintaining strength.

Can Trek Domane be a gravel bike?

Yes, the Domane SL 5 Gravel is designed to manage extremely rough terrain. It's a lightweight carbon gravel bike with a sophisticated OCLV Carbon frame, Front and Rear IsoSpeed to tackle even the most difficult gravel roads, hydraulic disc brakes, fender mounting, and gravel-specific Schwalbe G-One Allround tires.

Is Trek Domane good for racing?

The Domane has a specific purpose. It isn't a genuine race bike — if you're a serious road racer, this isn't the bike for you. The bike handles well, although it is slightly slower to corner, thus it is not suitable for high-speed mountain descents or quick crit courses.

The Endnote:

The Trek Domane SL 7 has acquired a reputation as a quick, stable, and highly versatile road platform for long rides and the world's most prestigious races. A Shimano Di2 drivetrain with wireless electronic transmission takes that effort to the next level, with precision shifting faster than ever and always consistent.

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One Ride Review: Trek Domane SL7 endurance road bike

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First introduced in 2012 as their lightweight, high performance endurance road bike, the Trek Domane has seen the usual carbon layup improvements. In 2016, it underwent major structural changes with the SLR model that introduced their IsoSpeed Decoupler to the front of the bike, too, as well as an adjustable IsoSpeed for the seat tube. The front IsoSpeed has made its way to the SL models, too, which keep the standard, non-adjustable rear IsoSpeed system. That system is simpler and lighter, and that’s what we’re reviewing here.

TREK DOMANE SL7 DETAILS

At a recent Polartec fabric launch, we rode with the Alberto Contador Foundation’s development team, which will be racing in a specially developed Polartec kit. Trek Travel supplied the bikes and support vans, giving us an opportunity to put three solid days on the Trek Domane SL7. Yes, the title says one ride review , but it’s really more of a one big weekend review. Over three days, I rode the bike 149 miles with about 10,500 feet of climbing and plenty of cracked, rough pavement and a few short dirt roads. Basically, perfect conditions for testing an endurance bike designed to mute road imperfections.

The original IsoSpeed system places a pivot at the top tube/seat tube junction and uses elastomers the natural flex of the carbon for compliance. The pivot allows the entire seat tube, which extends into a seat mast, to flex like a leaf spring. This provides some cushioning against impacts like potholes, ruts, cobblestones, etc.

Up front, the newer IsoSpeed head tube surrounds the upper headset cup in a elastomer a rocker cup to provide fore-aft flex. The intention is the same, to mute impacts. Check Trek’s IsoSpeed splash page for video and graphics showing how it works.

I found both ends of the bike to work as intended. Up front, it’s a different feel than the Specialized FutureShock or Lauf Grit . Those two designs actually have suspension travel. Trek’s IsoSpeed simply allows more aggressive fork axle deflection. As such, it feels more like (entirely like, actually) a traditional road bike than the other two, but also absorbs less impact than either of those two. None are better than the others in all situations. For pure roadies looking for the lightest and most racy solution, IsoSpeed is (in my opinion) probably the best in that situation.

The rest of the frame is designed to be stiff and efficient, leading out with a very wide downtube and bottom bracket section. A pressfit BB90 takes full advantage of that space, not wasting anything with external cups. On the driveside, an integrated chain keeper prevents the chain from dropping off the small ring on really bumpy terrain.

Spec on the Domane SL7 includes their direct-mount Bontrager Speed Stop rim brakes, which worked very well and will clear up to a 28mm tire. Standard wheel spec on the SL7 are the Bontrager Aeolus Pro3 tubeless ready carbon clinchers, but our group of bikes stuck with alloy wheels (likely a cost consideration given the size of the fleet Trek Travel needs).

Hidden under the downtube’s water bottle cage is a compartment for internal Di2 battery mounting. Our fleet bikes had external batteries to simplify bulk charging, but this is NOT the stock placement. The SL7 comes with a full Shimano Ultegra Di2 group, right down to the chain.

TREK DOMANE SL7 RIDE REVIEW

My time on the bike included a couple laps around Saguaro National Park (which is amazingly beautiful…and a really fun loop!), the monstrous climb known as Mt. Lemmon, and a ride from the edge of Tucson out to the Biosphere 2.

While the pavement inside the park and most of the big climb were smooth and enjoyable, the riding to all three day’s destinations carried us across some very poorly maintained asphalt. Cracks big and small, divots and expansion gaps kept us on our toes. They also highlighted the Domane’s ability to mute them. I was running slightly higher tire pressure than normal to reduce the chances of a pinch flat, so the IsoSpeed was all that was saving me from discomfort.

In my opinion, the system isn’t so much designed for vibration reduction (that’s where good tire, tire pressure and cockpit selection comes in), but mainly for impact mitigation. Bumps were partially defeated, and crummy roads had their edges dulled. The Domane was originally designed for the spring classics’ and their ever present cobbles. Considering my “cobbles” are less like Paris-Roubaix and more like the incessant cracks and gaps of Tucson’s city roads, the Domane is equally adept at smoothing our daily “classics”.

The rest of the bike performed as expected of a modern high end carbon road bike. Power delivery was direct and efficient. Even with the fleet’s pre-installed saddle bag, tail light and mini pump, plus two full water bottles and my own GPS cycling computer mounted, it never felt heavy. With a retail of $4,999 for the stock bike (with carbon wheels), or about $1,540 for the frameset, it’s a well priced package for a bike that’ll carry you comfortably through fast paced miles. (Worth nothing, there are 2017 bikes and framesets on sale that are very similarly spec’d. And, it being Trek, there are disc brake versions , too, and price points to suit everyone. They even have alloy Domane bikes , and gravel-ish builds , too.)

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Tyler Benedict is the Founder of Bikerumor.com . He has been writing about the latest bikes, components, and cycling technology for almost two decades. Prior to that, Tyler launched and built multiple sports nutrition brands and consumer goods companies, mostly as an excuse to travel to killer riding locations throughout North America.

Based in North Carolina, Tyler loves family adventure travel and is always on the lookout for the next shiny new part to make his bikes faster and lighter.

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The 8-ish mile loop in Saguaro NP East is one of the greatest roads in Tucson and anywhere. The only problem is that it’s only 8 miles long.

Where’s all the elastomer haters? Come on start b*tching….remember when Specialized came out with the elastomers, the most comfortably stiff bike ever!!!!

The Domane doesn’t use any elastomers

“The original IsoSpeed system places a pivot at the top tube/seat tube junction and uses elastomers to control the motion.”

“Up front, the newer IsoSpeed head tube surrounds the upper headset cup in an elastomer to provide fore-aft flex.”

It does not use any elastomers. They are pivot points. The article is wrong.

I don’t think this is correct and “boom” is right, Trek’s isospeed decouplers don’t use elastomers. On the rear, its design replaces the former fixed junctions between ST and TT with a bearing. This allows the ST to flex fore-aft along it entire length rather than front the junction up. On the front, its basically the same thing, but allows the top bearing to rotate on its own axle pivot. This allows the steerer to flex along the whole length from stem to bottom headset bearing. Both system prevent lateral (side to side) movement to maintain stiffness.

There are covers on the system, and they may have elastomer edges but that is likely for sound. The system is a flex system and damping via elastomers is apparently not needed given reviews. The system is pretty slick imo. Very simple yet effective. My only concern is long term slop in the bearing holder.

The reviewer is incorrect, no elastomers at either end, just flexing carbon.

this is pretty basic stuff guys…

All – We’ve corrected the article. The elastomer claim came from a conversation with a Trek demo driver, but we’ve since verified that it’s all done with pivots and the flexing of carbon tubes…not elastomers. Sorry for any confusion. Worth adding that Trek’s E2 steerer tube has been in use for years before the front IsoSpeed and claimed to provide some of the same benefit, flexing only fore/aft but not side to side since it was wider on the sides than on the front and back (think, ovalized steerer tube between the headset cups). Front IsoSpeed exaggerates this by providing an actual pivot point at the top. I added a link to Trek’s IsoSpeed splash page inside the article that more clearly shows what’s going on inside the frame.

Thnks. Have a safe and happy New Year!

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The New Trek Domane: A Great Bike Made Better

The new Domane is everything great about the old bike, plus lighter and quicker.

The Takeaway: Trek’s best road bike gets faster, lighter, quicker, and better

Frames are 300 grams lighter
Slight aerodynamic improvements
Compatible with any bar and stem

Price: $3,500 (SL 5) to $13,200 (SLR 9 eTap, tested) Weight: 19.7lb. (SL 5) to 16 lb. (SLR 9) 16.8 lb. as tested (SLR 9 eTap 52cm)

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Trek Domane Generation Four—What is New

My biggest knock against the third-generation Domane was the weight. It was an excellent and feature-rich bike but a little hefty. So, I am happy to report that one of the most significant changes to the fourth generation frame is it is lighter by about 300 grams (more than half a pound. A large part of the weight savings came from simplifying the bike’s signature rear IsoSpeed Decoupler and eliminating the IsoSpeed Front system that debuted in the previous generation Domane.

When asked why Trek eliminated IsoSpeed Front, Jordan Roessingh, director of road bikes, stated that much of the system's benefit—which never offered the same compliance improvement as rear IsoSpeed—was made redundant by riders' increased adoption of higher volume tubeless tires run at lower pressures. Combined with the system’s weight penalty, Trek decided the juice was not worth the squeeze and punted IsoSpeed front into the dustbin of history.

Meanwhile, at the rear, Trek removed the adjustment from the SLR’s top tube IsoSpeed. All frames now have fixed compliance. Reggie Lund, a design engineer at Trek, said that it found, “A lot of our riders were never taking advantage of the adjustability on the previous generation bike,” so they decided to remove the feature which simplified and lighted the frame. Roessingh stated that the new Domane’s fixed compliance is in line with the previous generation SLR’s IsoSpeed set to the most compliant position.

SL-level frames also see a change to their rear IsoSpeed system. Trek has multiple iterations and generations of IsoSpeed. While third-generation Domane SLR frames had adjustable top tube IsoSpeed, third-generation Domane SL frames had non-adjustable seat tube IsoSpeed. SL and SLR fourth generation Domanes get the new non-adjustable top tube IsoSpeed.

Roessingh said that one of the drawbacks of the third-gen Domane’s non-adjustable seat tube IsoSpeed was that the system got more rigid as the seat tubes got shorter. In short, smaller and likely lighter riders experienced a rougher ride than larger riders. Top tube IsoSpeed eliminates this compromise and lets Trek tune compliance per frame size, said Rosseingh, so all riders experience similar levels of comfort.

Another signature feature of carbon framed Domane models that went to the dustbin was Trek’s No Cut semi-integrated seat mast. Instead, all models now use a seat post, although a proprietary D-shaped post instead of being round. Thankfully, Trek offers two lengths (280 and 320mm) and two offsets (five and 20mm) to help riders dial in fit. The seatpost clamp hides under a snap-on cover on the top tube, which helps clean up the lines of the new Domane.

Another way Trek cleaned up the Domane’s appearance is with a new stem with a cap that hides the hoses and housing before they enter the frame through the upper headset cover. But while the bike appears to have fully integrated routing, you can swap stem lengths without pulling the hoses or housing. The bike is compatible with a standard handlebar, and riders can use standard stems. However, if you want to install a standard stem, you will need to acquire a different upper headset cover from Trek, and you will probably want to zip-tie your hoses and housing together underneath the stem.

Trek’s Domane stem comes in sizes 60 to 130mm in minus-seven degree rise and 60 to 100mm in plus-seven degree rise. The faceplate features a single bolt mount for a computer/light/camera. Unfortunately, the Domane stem’s one-bolt mounting standard is different from Trek’s one-bolt mounting system for the Madone and Emonda and also different than any of the other stems with this feature (3T, Cervelo, Fizik, Specialized, Felt, Easton).

Trek also states that the new Domane is more aerodynamic than the previous generation due to the updated shape of the fork, downtube, seat tube, seat stays, and more-integrated cables in the front. However, Trek did not provide any data on the aerodynamic improvements. When I asked Roessingh for time or watt improvements, he told me, “I don’t think we have a specific claim other than saying we do know the bike is faster. But it’s not a huge amount so it’s not a claim we’re labeling as one of the headlines of the launch.”

One small new feature added to the Domane is a mount in the top tube for a feed bag. What has not changed is the Domane has clearance for up to a 38mm tire, hidden fender mounts, the threaded (T47) bottom bracket, and the in-frame storage accessed through the hatch in the downtube.

SL and SLR frames are compatible with mechanical drivetrains. But, there is a catch outlined in Trek’s FAQ, “The frame does not have a front derailleur housing stop, which means that you are limited to front derailleurs with a built-in stop, like Shimano toggle front derailleurs.” That means the frame is not compatible with SRAM or Campagnolo mechanical-shift drivetrains.

Trek Domane Four—SL Versus SLR

There are two grades of Domane frame: SL and SLR. According to Roessingh, “SL and SLR are essentially identical from a feature set perspective and frame shape perspective.” The biggest difference is the carbon: The SL uses Trek’s “500 Series” carbon while the SLR uses “800 series” carbon. That material difference results in a 200-300 gram reduction in frame weight. According to Trek, this puts the SL frameset at 2,500 grams and the SLR frameset around 2,200 grams.

Trek Domane Four—RSL for the Racers

Although Trek’s professional racers ride a Domane in some events, typically the cobbled classics, they do not ride the standard frame. Instead, they use the Domane RSL (Race Shop Limited). It is the frame ridden to victory in the 2022 Paris-Roubaix Femmes by Elisa Longo Borghini , and it has a few notable differences from the mainline frame.

The primary distinction is fit. The RSL fame is much lower and longer than the SL and SLR Domane. Using a 56cm frame as an example the RSL’s reach is 21mm longer (395 versus 347mm) while the stack is 43mm shorter (548 versus 591mm). The RSL also has a much shorter trail length (51mm compared to 61), likely because of the increased weight the RSL’s geometry places on the front wheel.

Other changes include eliminating the top tube bag mounts and in-frame storage hatch—you do not need those things when you have a fleet of team cars behind you—and the fender mounts. These changes help shave weight off the frame compared to the standard Domane. The RSL frame also has less tire clearance—its maximum tire width is 35mm instead of 38mm—but will fit larger chainrings (RSL: 2x 54/40, 1x 54T; SLR and SL: 2x 52/36, 1x 50T) than the SL and SLR models. Another noteworthy difference: The RSL is only compatible with electronic shifting.

Trek only offers the RSL as a frameset ($4,200) and only in sizes 52 to 60cm, four fewer sizes than the mainline frame. Claimed frameset (frame and fork) weight is 1600 grams for the RSL. On paper, that makes the RSL a whopping 600 grams lighter than the SLR. But when I fact-checked that weight delta with Roessingh, he told me, “The way we measure ‘frameset” weights in those metrics isn’t apples to apples. It includes a bunch of hardware and components. The RSL frame weight is only about 100g lighter than the SLR’s.”

Trek Domane Mk.IV—Geometry

Most of the Mk. IV Domane models carry forward the Mk. III’s endurance geometry with no changes. It is a shorter reach and a taller stack fit, with a longer wheelbase and mellower handling than a race bike. Trek offers nine sizes, from 44 to 62cm.

The RSL version previously mentioned features a lower and longer fit race fit that is even more aggressive than the Madone and Emonda race bikes with the brand’s H1.5 geometry. The RSL is only offered in five sizes, from 52 to 60cm.

Trek Domane Mk.IV—Builds, Prices, and Weights

Trek’s rolling out the new Domane with 11 models: five SL builds priced between $3,500 to $7,500 and six SLR models priced at $8,000 to $13,200. Only one model, the $3,500 SL 5, has a mechanical shifting drivetrain (Shimano 105); all the rest have electronic drivetrains from Shimano and SRAM. The SL 5 is also the only 11-speed bike; the rest are 12-speed.

All models come with Bontrager tubeless-ready wheels and Bontrager’s R3 folding-bead, tubeless-ready tires in 32mm.

Claimed weights start at 8.93Kg (19.7 lb.) for the SL 5, with the lightest complete bike coming in at 7.25kg (16 lb.). One interesting note on prices and weights: For the same relative equipment level— Ultegra Di2 versus Force eTap AXS —most Shimano-equipped bikes are less expensive and lighter than the SRAM-equipped bikes. There is a big “but” because all SRAM-equipped Domanes from the SL 7 eTap and up have power meters while the Shimano builds have standard cranks. The other exception is the SL 6 ( Shimano 105 Di2 ) and SL 6 eTap ( SRAM Rival eTap AXS )—the Shimano bike is $600 cheaper but slightly (10 grams) heavier.

As always, the Domane will eventually, though not immediately, find its way into Trek’s Project One customization program for riders who want to pick their parts and paint. Trek also offers the SL ($2,499), SLR, and RSL (both $4,200) framesets for purchase.

Trek Domane Mk.IV—Ride Review

Trek’s Domane has been a favorite of mine since the first generation, but the third generation was flat-out amazing. Comfortable, practical, and fun, it had most of the speed of a race bike without the bullshit that makes race bikes so limited and limiting. It fits big tires! You could run any bar and stem! It could store a burrito in the downtube! And it was fast .

So when Trek told me they were sending me the new, fourth generation, Domane I hoped and prayed that they found a way to make it better without messing up what made it so great. And friends, my hopes and prayers were answered because riding the fourth generation Domane was like reacquainting with a dear old friend, but one who lost a bunch of weight and now goes to therapy. Because this bike is everything the gen-three Domane was, but better.

You can read what I said about the third-generation Domane when I reviewed it and when I wrote it up as our 2020 Bike of the Year and take all of the good stuff and apply it to the new, fourth-generation Domane. But my complaints about it being a little heavy are gone. And with the weight reduction, the gen-four Domane unlocks new performance levels.

The biggest difference is the new bike is quicker, snappier, and just flies. When you hear someone talk about a comfortable road bike, it usually suggests a bike that is squishy and slow feeling. But when you get on a bike that is fast, quick, and communicative but also floats and coddles the rider like a newborn baby, well, that is a special bike. And that is what the new Domane is: Special. A great bike made better. A bike for the modern road rider: Freaking fast, wonderfully comfortable, and oh so practical.

A gear editor for his entire career, Matt’s journey to becoming a leading cycling tech journalist started in 1995, and he’s been at it ever since; likely riding more cycling equipment than anyone on the planet along the way. Previous to his time with Bicycling , Matt worked in bike shops as a service manager, mechanic, and sales person. Based in Durango, Colorado, he enjoys riding and testing any and all kinds of bikes, so you’re just as likely to see him on a road bike dressed in Lycra at a Tuesday night worlds ride as you are to find him dressed in a full face helmet and pads riding a bike park on an enduro bike. He doesn’t race often, but he’s game for anything; having entered road races, criteriums, trials competitions, dual slalom, downhill races, enduros, stage races, short track, time trials, and gran fondos. Next up on his to-do list: a multi day bikepacking trip, and an e-bike race.

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Trek Domane SL 7 eTap

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Size / 44, 47, 50, 52, 54, 56, 58, 60, 62

Weight / 56 - 8.90 kg / 19.63 lbs

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"2019 Bike of the Year"

"...the Trek Domane combines everything today's road cyclist needs: speed, comfort, versatility, and integration with a purpose."

"The new Domane SLR is a seriously smooth-riding machine."

"If you’ve been thinking about a new all-road bike and holding out as one of the skeptics of Trek’s IsoSpeed concept in general, though, feel free to quit sitting on your hands and just go ride one already. IsoSpeed has never been an empty gimmick, and this latest incarnation sure does seem to be Trek’s best interpretation to date."

"I liked the last Domane. But I love this one."

"We’re truly in a special era in which it’s very difficult to make a bad bike, and even more difficult to stand out among the crowd. The Domane does so here. From its looks to its compliance features, and its geometry that more closely mirrors a race bike without getting absurdly aggressive, the Domane gets a lot right."

Specifications

Frame 500 Series OCLV Carbon, front & rear IsoSpeed, internal storage, tapered head tube, internal cable routing, 3S chain keeper, DuoTrap S compatible, fender mounts, flat mount disc, 142x12mm thru axle
Fork Domane SL carbon, tapered carbon steerer, internal brake routing, fender mounts, flat mount disc, 12x100mm thru axle
Chain SRAM Force, 12 speed
Crank Size: 47 SRAM Force AXS Power Meter, 46/33, DUB spindle, 165mm length Size: 50, 52 SRAM Force AXS Power Meter, 46/33, DUB spindle, 170mm length
Bottom Bracket SRAM DUB, T47 threaded, internal bearing
Shifters SRAM Force eTap AXS, 12 speed
Handlebar Size: 47 Bontrager Elite IsoZone VR-SF, alloy, 31.8mm, internal Di2 routing, 75mm reach, 128mm drop, 36cm width Size: 50 Bontrager Elite IsoZone VR-SF, alloy, 31.8mm, internal Di2 routing, 75mm reach, 128mm drop, 38cm width
Saddle Size: 47, 50, 52 Size: 54, 56, 58, 60, 62
Seatpost Size: 47, 50, 52, 54, 56 Size: 58, 60, 62
Stem Size: 47 Size: 50

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A 2022 Trek Domane SL 7 eTap weights 56 - 8.90 kg / 19.63 lbs.

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Review: Trek Domane SL Road Bike – Quick, Comfortable, & Easy to Recommend

It's easy to see why the domane all-road bike is so popular, even if it rubbed me the wrong way at times..

Comfortable fit geometry
Seriously smooth ride
Surprisingly snappy handling
Useful downtube storage
Price is higher than most
Not especially light

18.73 lb (actual)

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There’s a decent likelihood that if you see someone riding a Trek road bike from the last decade or so, it was the brand’s Domane model. The ubiquity stems largely from its fit geometry, which has historically been very welcoming to riders of all abilities. Furthermore, the Domane’s unique IsoSpeed decoupling suspension system promised levels of comfort that other road bikes couldn’t quite match.

The IsoSpeed suspension system lives on in this latest Trek Domane SL road bike, but the rest of the package might be the biggest change we’ve seen with the Domane yet. There’s aero tube shaping, a lighter frame, and an added sense of performance that wasn’t quite there with previous Domane SL bikes.

We spent 1,000 miles on the Trek Domane to find out just how good the Domane is, whether that pursuit for speed has removed any form of comfort, and the potential downsides of living with a bike like the Trek Domane SL.

Quick hits: Seven things to know about the Trek Domane SL

The Trek Domane lineup features three main framesets: the top-tier Domane SLR , the aluminum Domane AL , and this mid-range Domane SL carbon road bike. The Domane RSL is available as a frameset.
Every Domane features fully internal cable routing through the headset, though the stem functions similarly to a traditional stem.
The latest Domane SL and SLR bring a new internal storage compartment for a tube, tools, and an included neoprene storage sleeve.
Max tire clearance is a quoted 700c x 38 mm.
A new Domane SL frame weighs a quoted 1391 grams, 300 grams lighter than the previous Domane SL.
Domane SL features a rear IsoSpeed decoupler to improve seated comfort, though it is no longer adjustable.
Domane SL is available in seven sizes to fit riders between 4’11” to 6’5”.

Frame details

The Trek Domane is known for being an approachable road bike. Much of that comes down to handling geometry that values straight-line stability over race bike agility. Its fit geometry is more accommodating of a non-competitive cyclist than other bikes in its category.

The IsoSpeed seat tube flex system isolates riders from road vibration in a way few other bikes do. And while there are a number of changes to the latest Domane SL, most of those characteristics carry on.

IsoSpeed is a critical component of any recent Trek Domane road bike. Previous generations really went for it, offering not only adjustable rear IsoSpeed systems but even a front-end system to balance comfort between the two ends. This latest system essentially overhauls IsoSpeed, largely for the better.

Most notable is that this latest iteration is said to offer as much flex as the softest setting in previous IsoSpeed systems while using a simpler D-shaped seat post. Previous Iterations of IsoSpeed used a carbon seat mast to offer the flex they wanted, but it was far more fiddly to use than this simpler system.

The front IsoSpeed system is gone, as the swap from 28 mm to 32 mm is said to be plenty comfortable. The fact that this system has far fewer moving parts and wear items should result in fewer creaks and durability issues compared to previous-generation systems. Trek says the system needs no servicing for the lifetime of the bicycle, and I never had issues with it in my time with the bike.

The Domane SL isn’t a particularly light bike. Some of that comes from the addition of a downtube storage hatch located under the bottle cage mount. Inside is a neoprene mini tool sleeve as well as plenty of space to add more snacks and perhaps a vest should you need to. It’s a genuinely useful storage area, with a sturdy latch and hatch system.

Trek’s Domane continues with internal cable routing, though this system is among the more refined systems I’ve seen and worked with. Cables are external at the bars until they’re routed under the stem, leaving some slack to play with stem height. And while the spacer profiling limits what types of stems you can swap with, doing the swap itself is an easy enough process that almost anyone can manage.

The internal routing system itself is one of the better setups I’ve seen. A guide at the inside of the downtube includes a holster for the Shimano Di2 battery, with guides for brake hoses and cable housing easily accessible from the downtube storage hatch. It’s easy to work on, all things considered.

Tire clearance has always been a strong suit of the Domane, and that hasn’t changed. Max clearance is a quoted 700c x 38 mm tire. I was able to fit a 40 mm (42 mm width as measured) Pirelli Cinturato Gravel H tire front and rear without rubbing. That clearance makes light gravel and dirt road riding doable, but it would be problematic on a muddy or chunky ride.

Other bits of note include the use of a T47 threaded bottom bracket, the addition of top tube bag mounts, and hidden fender mounts. The frame gets its own integrated chain keeper, a nice touch that indicates the general user-friendliness of the bike.

The build brought in for review was the Trek Domane SL 6 Gen 4. The highlight of the bike is the Shimano 105 Di2 drivetrain. The Bontrager Paradigm 25 wheels feature tubeless-ready alloy rims with a wide 25 mm internal width. The 32 mm Bontrager R3 Hard-Case tires, Bontrager Verse Short saddle, and Bontrager alloy handlebars complete the build.

A size 56 cm bike has a quoted weight of 8.62 kg (19 pounds. My 50 cm build weighed in at 8.5 kg (18.73 pounds) without pedals and accessories but with tubes in the tires.

The Domane has a reputation for being an upright road bike with handling that might be best described as stable. While the bike is stable, the geometry is far more agile than you’d expect.

Trail figures are around 59 to 61 cm across just about every size but the 44 cm bike. Handling geometry is quick enough for most people, though the low 75 to 80 mm bottom bracket drop and 420 mm chainstays add some straight-line stability back.

Fit geometry and rider positioning can be considered as upright, with a taller stack height and short reach dimensions. These numbers are taller and shorter respectively than even most all-road bikes, but I’d argue the numbers are realistic for most riders. Those looking for a more than 6 cm of saddle to bar drop (particularly on small sizes) will be better suited to something like their Emonda or Madone road bikes.

Standover heights across most sizes are about as low as I’ve seen on an endurance road bike, which is helpful for the height-challenged among us.

Riding the Trek Domane SL

The value of the Domane doesn’t necessarily come from its cost or its tech-forward features, but rather in its promise of being a comfortable, approachable road bike. That isn’t lost here: the Domane is one of the most approachable road bikes you’ll find and an easy recommendation for anyone looking for a road bike.

The Domane rides as smoothly as it always has on smooth tarmac and chip-seal. The way the bike goes about smoothing out those small, constant vibrations is impressive. Roads I remember as feeling particularly jostling felt far smoother, both at the saddle and at the bars.

Much of that smoothness comes down to the 32 mm wide tires, which are wider than you’d find on most other all-road and endurance bikes out of the box. That said, narrower tires didn’t detract much from the bike’s smoothness over chip seal-type surfaces. Stay seated, and let the rear end of the bike do its job.

Bontrager Paradigm 25 alloy wheel and Bontrager R3 tire

As much as I liked the Domane SL, the bike didn’t feel as eager as I would have hoped. Steeper climbs and even pedaling from a stop indicated that much of that came down to rotational weight. But with a set of carbon wheels and a good set of 30 mm tires, the Domane really woke up.

A set of Hunt Aerodynamicst 44 wheels and 30 mm Vittoria Corsa Pro Control tires gave the bike the feel of a bike far more willing to not only get up to speed but maintain it as well. If you’re itching to make an upgrade, rest assured that a decent set of carbon wheels – like their own Bontrager Aeolus Pro 37V – wake the bike up dramatically.

The stock Bontrager wheels are serviceable otherwise. They’re on the heavy side at over 1950 grams with tubeless tape and valves, but spoke tension and overall build felt like they were going to last. As serviceable as they are, however, it helps to know that you a swap to mid-range Hunt carbon wheels cut over 1 pound (520 grams) from the weight of the bike.

The Bontrager R3 Hard-Case Lite tires are grippy and seem to be long-lasting. That said, I felt the tires felt stiff and slow. A simple tire upgrade alone makes the bike feel considerably more eager.

Trek Domane SL road bike with Shimano 105 Di2 drivetrain

I found little fault in the rest of the build kit. Shimano 105 Di2 works phenomenally, with quick shifts and gearing plenty low for fondos. The Bontrager Verse Short saddle is wonderfully supportive for how soft the saddle feels. The Bontrager short-reach handlebar choice deserves some praise; its 38 cm width in a 50 cm frame is smaller than most product planners choose but the right size for smaller folks.

The Domane SL rubbed me the wrong way

There was one notable fault I found with the bike, however: the IsoSpeed cover rubbed the inside of my legs on a 125 mile (200 km) road ride enough to create a rash.

A bit about me: I am fairly small at 5 foot, 6 inches and 130 pounds (59 kg) in kit. My legs aren’t particularly big, but they aren’t as lean as they could be either. I’ve received a professional fit and matched that fit onto the Domane SL to ensure my cleats (and feet) are roughly where they should be.

Here’s what the lead engineer of the Domane SL had to say:

“The Domane SL maintains the same thigh clearance as used on other road bikes. How far the max width carries up the seat tube can very slightly between models and this variation may be what you are experiencing compared to another Trek road bike. If it is an issue you could try going to a smaller size which moves his saddle up compared to the frame.”

The Domane SL top tube is wide, particularly as it approaches the seat tube junction. It’s wider at the seat tube junction than any other road bike I’ve ridden this year, though I don’t usually have problems with wide top tubes. The design weakness comes is the location of the IsoSpeed cover; the plastic cover seemed placed perfectly to rub the inside of my legs just above my knee raw.

Could I have sized down? Not really. I was on a 50 cm frame with the seat post extended to its minimum insertion point. Any smaller and I would need a drastically longer stem that would alter the handling Trek intended the Domane to have from the factory. Ultimately, some helicopter tape along the seam stopped the rub, but should I have to do that with a new frame?

Like as with any other bike, give the Domane a test ride before you buy it, particularly if you’re smaller or have bigger thighs like I do. I suspect I am in a very, very small majority of folks to experience this. Considering how many Trek bike dealers there are in the world, it should be easy enough to take the bike for a spin.

The Trek Domane SL 6 vs the competition

Call it an endurance road bike or an all-road bike, this segment is one of the most competitive segments you’ll find. The three endurance road bikes I’ve ridden in recent memory are the BMC Roadmachine , Canyon Endurace , and Cannondale Synapse . The Domane offers the most upright fit geometry, but all are fairly comfortable to ride for the average cyclist.

Surprisingly, I found the Domane to have the quickest steering of the bunch. Despite that, it feels about as stable in a straight line as the other bikes. Add in the IsoSpeed system that seemed to smooth out chipseal as well if not better than the other bikes too as well as its internal frame storage and the Domane starts to stand out.

The Endurace edges the other three bikes out on value for money, offering Shimano Ultegra Di2 and nicer tires at a lower price point. However, I wouldn’t be surprised if you were able to find the Trek, BMC, or Cannondale on sale at a local bike shop, in which case you start to find good value for the money.

I would also take a close look at the Trek Domane AL , one of the most impressive bikes I’ve ridden in recent memory. It might lack the ultimate polish and ride smoothness of the carbon bikes, but the handling, rider fit, and wide 32 mm tires are still there. It’s a fantastic bike.

Choose the Domane SL if you’re looking for about as smooth a ride as you’ll find, want internal frame storage, and need the ultimate warranty support that comes from seemingly having a Trek dealer on every block.

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Long story short, I came away surprised by the bike. The latest generation Domane SL is every bit as smooth as you’d expect a Domane to be, and an approachable bike too. There’s a reason why it’s a go-to recommendation for most cyclists: the Domane reliably ticks every box for most road cyclists.

You pay for the privilege of riding the Domane, but considering how smooth the bike is over tarmac, I’m sure a vast majority of riders will be more than happy with it. The clearance for gravel bike tires, the internal frame storage, and the general refinement of the bike are all icing on what is a truly versatile all-road bike.

Just make sure you ride it so it doesn’t rub you the wrong way.

Bontrager Elite IsoZone handlebar on Trek Domane SL 6

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Is Trek Domane SL 7 Gen 4 A Perfect Selection – [Trek Domane SL 7 Gen 4 Review]

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Trek Domane SL 7 Gen 4 Review

Price: $6,829
Frame: Carbon
Tires: 700c Carbon
Gear: 2 × 12 Electronic

What we like about it: It’s a lightweight and powerful endurance road bike that’s ready to take on rough roads and long distances.

What we didn’t like about it: Expensive and not friendly enough for riders with a limited budget.

Rating: (4.9/5)

The Trek Domane SL 7 Gen 4 has proven on the world stage to be a powerful road bike, ready to tackle long distances and the world’s toughest races.

With excellent components, it takes its performance to a new level.

Below, we analyze the riding experience, key features, components and specifications of the Trek Domane SL 7 Gen 4 as well as other versions.

At the end of the REVIEW, we also compare several best bike models. If you want to know more about bike reviews, you can follow us.

Cycling Experience

The Trek Domane SL 7 Gen 4 has a lightweight and refined 500 Series OCLV carbon frame coupled with performance components for an ultra-fast, lightweight and smooth ride.

For this reason I planned to use the Trek Domane SL 7 Gen 4 to ride the Vermont Gran Fondo and set off as soon as I had booked hotels around the area on IHG .

The entire road route is very spacious, with an estimated length of 160 kilometers and nearly 3,000 meters of climbing, perfect for this Trek Domane SL 7 Gen 4.

Road Cruising

As soon as I started riding I was impressed by the light weight of the Trek Domane SL 7 Gen 4.

The lightweight and refined 500 series OCLV carbon frame made the entire frame light and strong, and the bike was quick and responsive with every lap I pedaled.

The 2×12’s Shimano Ultegra Di2 electronic drivetrain allowed for unparalleled shifting speed and precision when I shift for speed.

And with more efficient drivetrain, combined with the 700C’s large wheelset, I was able to take my riding to new heights in no time.

Just as I was getting up to speed, the Trek Domane SL 7 Gen 4’s aerodynamic Kammtail frame shape, along with the full internal alignment, got me into a very aerodynamic state, minimizing wind resistance and allowing for a faster ride.

Finally, the combination of the carbon frame construction plus the IsoSpeed technology in the rear made this Trek Domane SL 7 Gen 4 feel comfortable to me, with maximum absorption of vibrations from the road, and I still felt relaxed and at ease, even in long riding situations.

Climbing and Descending

The Trek Domane SL 7 Gen 4’s ultra-light carbon frame made my climbing ride feel lighter on uphill rides, and the excellent geometry allowed my center of gravity to stay smooth all the way up, which was good for powering through the climbs.

Just as the climb became steeper, the powerful Shimano Ultegra Di2 electronic drivetrain with its 2×12 speeds, rich enough gear ratios and efficient drivetrain efficiency allowed me to finish the climb with ease and save more physical exertion to preserve energy for the rest of the ride.

The Trek Domane SL 7 Gen 4, on the other hand, has an excellent frame design and large 700C wheelset to minimize wind resistance on downhill rides, and the downhill stability and passing power was strong enough to allow me to reach a fast enough speed without pedaling at all.

Finally, the brakes of the Shimano Ultegra BR-R8170 are coupled with Shimano CL800 front and rear 160mm discs for sensitive and powerful braking.

Even continuous braking on long descents could dissipate the heat in time, ensuring that the braking power of the bike remains stable.

Specification

The Trek Domane SL 7 Gen 4 uses a combination of a 500-series OCLV carbon frame and IsoSpeed comfort technology in the rear for a fast, lightweight and smooth ride.

Then there are a total of 9 sizes of frames, suitable for almost all heights of riders from 4’11” – 6’5″ in height to choose from, with a wider demographic audience.

The full internal cable routing design makes the appearance of the frame look cleaner and neater, and the daily cleaning is easier and more convenient.

The Silent Cable Tubing is paired to reduce noise generation during the ride, making it quieter.

The aerodynamic Kammtail shape minimizes wind resistance for a faster ride.

Finally, the internal storage box at the downtube provides the rider with a versatile location to store tools and riding gear, making it more attentive and user-friendly.

What we like about it

IsoSpeed technology and up to 38mm tire clearance absorb fatiguing bumps in the road for a smoother, more comfortable ride.
Wireless 2×12 Shimano Ultegra Di2 electronic drivetrain for unmatched shifting speed and precision.
The top tube mount allows the rider to secure luggage for long rides.
Internal storage box at the downtube provides the rider with a versatile location to store tools and riding gear.
The aerodynamic Kammtail shape of the Trek Domane SL 7 Gen 4 reduces wind resistance for a super-fast ride.
Integrated carbon frame as well as internal storage and cable routing add to the bike’s functionality and stylish look.

What we don’t like about it

Expensive and not friendly enough for riders with a limited budget.
Are Trek bikes good quality?

Yes, Trek bikes are very good quality.Trek has a long history of building quality bikes that are used by beginners, amateurs and elite cyclists around the world.

Is this bike good for distance riding?

It has comfortable geometry plus, and great loading capacity for long rides.

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Trek Domane SL 7 Gen 4 Specs

Comparison table, trek domane sl 7 gen 4 vs canyon endurace cf sl 8 disc etap.

The former uses a Shimano Ultegra R8150 Di2 drivetrain and the latter, a SRAM Force eTap AXS drivetrain.

Both have efficient drivetrain efficiency. The main difference is the difference in feel, with the former having a more delicate, smooth feel, while the latter feels a bit stiffer and drier.

But when it comes to braking components, both bikes have trusted brakes as their braking component of choice.

As for the frame, the Trek Domane SL 7 Gen’s geometry and ride comfort will be superior to the Canyon Endurace CF SL 8 Disc eTap.

So, between these two bikes, I would prefer the Trek Domane SL 7 Gen 4.

Trek Domane SL 7 Gen 4 vs Fezzari Empire SL Team Edition SRAM

The latter uses SRAM Red eTAP AXS drivetrain and braking components, which are one level lighter than those of the former’s Shimano Ultegra R8150 Di2.

The SRAM Red eTAP AXS drivetrain and braking components are one level higher than the Shimano Ultegra R8150 Di2 drivetrain and braking components used in the former, which is lighter in weight and correspondingly more capable.

However, I think the shifting feel of the former is more comfortable.

In terms of frame design, it’s the Trek Domane SL 7 Gen 4 that will be more dominant and has more useful little touches to the ride.

At the end of the day, between these two bikes, I would favor the former. The lower asking price of the former is why I like it when the riding ability is similar.

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The Trek Domane SL 7 Gen 4 and the Bianchi Infinito Ultegra Di2 are both great bikes with a long history with the brand.

Both bikes use Shimano Ultegra R8150 Di2’s electronic shifting system and Shimano Ultegra’s hydraulic disc brakes.

But the former’s integrated carbon cockpit along with interior storage and full interior cable routing gives a better look and minimizes wind resistance.

So, of the two bikes, unless you prefer the Bianchi brand. Otherwise, I would recommend the Trek Domane SL 7 Gen 4 even more.

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The latter utilizes Shimano Dura Ace Di2 components at a higher level than the former’s Shimano Ultegra R8150 Di2 drive and braking system. It also has a lighter weight, better drivetrain efficiency and braking capacity.

However, in terms of the frame, the Trek Domane SL 7 Gen 4 is designed to have a more comfortable ride and is better suited for longer distances.

To summarize, between these two bikes, if you need to ride long distances then the Trek Domane SL 7 Gen 4 is better, while the Rose REVEAL SIX DISC Dura Ace Di2 has has better drivetrain efficiency and rides at higher top speeds.

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The Comprehensive Guide to Moscow Nightlife

Posted on April 14, 2018 July 26, 2018
by Kings of Russia
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Moscow’s nightlife scene is thriving, and arguably one of the best the world has to offer – top-notch Russian women, coupled with a never-ending list of venues, Moscow has a little bit of something for everyone’s taste. Moscow nightlife is not for the faint of heart – and if you’re coming, you better be ready to go Friday and Saturday night into the early morning.

This comprehensive guide to Moscow nightlife will run you through the nuts and bolts of all you need to know about Moscow’s nightclubs and give you a solid blueprint to operate with during your time in Moscow.

What you need to know before hitting Moscow nightclubs

Prices in moscow nightlife.

Before you head out and start gaming all the sexy Moscow girls , we have to talk money first. Bring plenty because in Moscow you can never bring a big enough bankroll. Remember, you’re the man so making a fuzz of not paying a drink here or there will not go down well.

Luckily most Moscow clubs don’t do cover fees. Some electro clubs will charge 15-20$, depending on their lineup. There’s the odd club with a minimum spend of 20-30$, which you’ll drop on drinks easily. By and large, you can scope out the venues for free, which is a big plus.

Bottle service is a great deal in Moscow. At top-tier clubs, it starts at 1,000$. That’ll go a long way with premium vodka at 250$, especially if you have three or four guys chipping in. Not to mention that it’s a massive status boost for getting girls, especially at high-end clubs.

Without bottle service, you should estimate a budget of 100-150$ per night. That is if you drink a lot and hit the top clubs with the hottest girls. Scale down for less alcohol and more basic places.

Dress code & Face control

Door policy in Moscow is called “face control” and it’s always the guy behind the two gorillas that gives the green light if you’re in or out.

In Moscow nightlife there’s only one rule when it comes to dress codes:

You can never be underdressed.

People dress A LOT sharper than, say, in the US and that goes for both sexes. For high-end clubs, you definitely want to roll with a sharp blazer and a pocket square, not to mention dress shoes in tip-top condition. Those are the minimum requirements to level the playing field vis a vis with other sharply dressed guys that have a lot more money than you do. Unless you plan to hit explicit electro or underground clubs, which have their own dress code, you are always on the money with that style.

Getting in a Moscow club isn’t as hard as it seems: dress sharp, speak English at the door and look like you’re in the mood to spend all that money that you supposedly have (even if you don’t). That will open almost any door in Moscow’s nightlife for you.

Types of Moscow Nightclubs

In Moscow there are four types of clubs with the accompanying female clientele:

High-end clubs:

These are often crossovers between restaurants and clubs with lots of tables and very little space to dance. Heavy accent on bottle service most of the time but you can work the room from the bar as well. The hottest and most expensive girls in Moscow go there. Bring deep pockets and lots of self-confidence and you have a shot at swooping them.

Regular Mid-level clubs:

They probably resemble more what you’re used to in a nightclub: big dancefloors, stages and more space to roam around. Bottle service will make you stand out more but you can also do well without. You can find all types of girls but most will be in the 6-8 range. Your targets should always be the girls drinking and ideally in pairs. It’s impossible not to swoop if your game is at least half-decent.

Basic clubs/dive bars:

Usually spots with very cheap booze and lax face control. If you’re dressed too sharp and speak no Russian, you might attract the wrong type of attention so be vigilant. If you know the local scene you can swoop 6s and 7s almost at will. Usually students and girls from the suburbs.

Electro/underground clubs:

Home of the hipsters and creatives. Parties there don’t mean meeting girls and getting drunk but doing pills and spacing out to the music. Lots of attractive hipster girls if that is your niche. That is its own scene with a different dress code as well.

What time to go out in Moscow

Moscow nightlife starts late. Don’t show up at bars and preparty spots before 11pm because you’ll feel fairly alone. Peak time is between 1am and 3am. That is also the time of Moscow nightlife’s biggest nuisance: concerts by artists you won’t know and who only distract your girls from drinking and being gamed. From 4am to 6am the regular clubs are emptying out but plenty of people, women included, still hit up one of the many afterparty clubs. Those last till well past 10am.

As far as days go: Fridays and Saturdays are peak days. Thursday is an OK day, all other days are fairly weak and you have to know the right venues.

The Ultimate Moscow Nightclub List

Short disclaimer: I didn’t add basic and electro clubs since you’re coming for the girls, not for the music. This list will give you more options than you’ll be able to handle on a weekend.

Preparty – start here at 11PM

Classic restaurant club with lots of tables and a smallish bar and dancefloor. Come here between 11pm and 12am when the concert is over and they start with the actual party. Even early in the night tons of sexy women here, who lean slightly older (25 and up).

The second floor of the Ugolek restaurant is an extra bar with dim lights and house music tunes. Very small and cozy with a slight hipster vibe but generally draws plenty of attractive women too. A bit slower vibe than Valenok.

Very cool, spread-out venue that has a modern library theme. Not always full with people but when it is, it’s brimming with top-tier women. Slow vibe here and better for grabbing contacts and moving on.

High-end: err on the side of being too early rather than too late because of face control.

Secret Room

Probably the top venue at the moment in Moscow . Very small but wildly popular club, which is crammed with tables but always packed. They do parties on Thursdays and Sundays as well. This club has a hip-hop/high-end theme, meaning most girls are gold diggers, IG models, and tattooed hip hop chicks. Very unfavorable logistics because there is almost no room no move inside the club but the party vibe makes it worth it. Strict face control.

Close to Secret Room and with a much more favorable and spacious three-part layout. This place attracts very hot women but also lots of ball busters and fakes that will leave you blue-balled. Come early because after 4am it starts getting empty fast. Electronic music.

A slightly kitsch restaurant club that plays Russian pop and is full of gold diggers, semi-pros, and men from the Caucasus republics. Thursday is the strongest night but that dynamic might be changing since Secret Room opened its doors. You can swoop here but it will be a struggle.

Mid-level: your sweet spot in terms of ease and attractiveness of girls for an average budget.

Started going downwards in 2018 due to lax face control and this might get even worse with the World Cup. In terms of layout one of the best Moscow nightclubs because it’s very big and bottle service gives you a good edge here. Still attracts lots of cute girls with loose morals but plenty of provincial girls (and guys) as well. Swooping is fairly easy here.

I haven’t been at this place in over a year, ever since it started becoming ground zero for drunken teenagers. Similar clientele to Icon but less chic, younger and drunker. Decent mainstream music that attracts plenty of tourists. Girls are easy here as well.

Sort of a Coyote Ugly (the real one in Moscow sucks) with party music and lots of drunken people licking each others’ faces. Very entertaining with the right amount of alcohol and very easy to pull in there. Don’t think about staying sober in here, you’ll hate it.

Artel Bessonitsa/Shakti Terrace

Electronic music club that is sort of a high-end place with an underground clientele and located between the teenager clubs Icon and Gipsy. Very good music but a bit all over the place with their vibe and their branding. You can swoop almost any type of girl here from high-heeled beauty to coked-up hipsters, provided they’re not too sober.

Afterparty: if by 5AM you haven’t pulled, it’s time to move here.

Best afterparty spot in terms of trying to get girls. Pretty much no one is sober in there and savage gorilla game goes a long way. Lots of very hot and slutty-looking girls but it can be hard to tell apart who is looking for dick and who is just on drugs but not interested. If by 9-10am you haven’t pulled, it is probably better to surrender.

The hipster alternative for afterparties, where even more drugs are in play. Plenty of attractive girls there but you have to know how to work this type of club. A nicer atmosphere and better music but if you’re desperate to pull, you’ll probably go to Miks.

Weekday jokers: if you’re on the hunt for some sexy Russian girls during the week, here are two tips to make your life easier.

Chesterfield

Ladies night on Wednesdays means this place gets pretty packed with smashed teenagers and 6s and 7s. Don’t pull out the three-piece suit in here because it’s a “simpler” crowd. Definitely your best shot on Wednesdays.

If you haven’t pulled at Chesterfield, you can throw a Hail Mary and hit up Garage’s Black Music Wednesdays. Fills up really late but there are some cute Black Music groupies in here. Very small club. Thursday through Saturday they do afterparties and you have an excellent shot and swooping girls that are probably high.

Shishas Sferum

This is pretty much your only shot on Mondays and Tuesdays because they offer free or almost free drinks for women. A fairly low-class club where you should watch your drinks. As always the case in Moscow, there will be cute girls here on any day of the week but it’s nowhere near as good as on the weekend.

In a nutshell, that is all you need to know about where to meet Moscow girls in nightlife. There are tons of options, and it all depends on what best fits your style, based on the type of girls that you’re looking for.

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