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Trek Domane 2.3 review

Smooth ride and lower weight for 2014

Russell Burton / Future Publishing

Trek 's innovative Domane wowed our testers last year and the flagship frames went on to race-winning success in the pro rank's toughest races. The great news for the rest of us is that it's the lower-tier alloy Domanes that get the biggest improvements this year.

• HIGHS: 'Decoupler' ride is a genuine roughness-eraser without eating wattage
• LOWS: The effects of the extra weight and upright ride position are unavoidable when you hit the climbs
• BUY IF... You want the smoothest road ride possible without a noticeable performance trade-off

While the switch from a two-piece welded seat tube to a single hydroformed section might not seem earth-shattering, the 2014 frame is 80g lighter than 2013's. That's impressive because of the unique 'Decoupler' mechanism hidden under the top tube/seat tube junction's neat rubber grommet.

Rather than a solid connection, the tubes are pinned together with a pivot that lets the frame flex much more fluidly in response to road buzz and impacts. Add a smooth-riding fork and big 25mm tyres and the ride is limousine-like. Potholes that normally find sore fillings as surely as a dentist's probe barely registered, and the longer the ride, the more noticeable the fatigue-reducing comfort advantage became.

What's remarkable is that this smoothness doesn't come with any noticeable loss of power transfer. The saddle might sway a little more than usual, but that just makes power application feel smoother – particularly on staccato surfaces – rather than soggy.

The tall head tube means a more sedate character to the ride while its overall weight tempers acceleration and climbing. That was most apparent on sharp, Strava -hunting test rides where the Trek would gradually slide off the pace as the gradient steepened. But the gaps started to lessen as riders on the other bikes began to tire over longer rides.

Smooth, surefooted handling – albeit occasionally vague through the fork – meant the Domane became our go-to ride choice on days when we just fancied taking it easy or exploring battered backroads.

Features such as the screw-in mudguard eyes, rack mounts and computer sensors add an impressive practical element to a bike perfectly suited to big weekend rides after beating the bus into work and back across potholed city roads all week.

This article was originally published in Cycling Plus magazine, available on Apple Newsstand and Zinio

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With the Domane (pronounced doh-mar-knee), the seat tube attaches at the bottom bracket like normal, but rather than being fixed at the top tube, there's a bearing between the two tubes. The idea is that the seat tube can pivot to a degree, so the saddle can move downwards (and a little backwards), providing more give and adding comfort to the ride.

The carbon Domane provides about 30mm of compliance. If you want to do something similar with aluminium, you need to be careful because when you flex aluminium it will fatigue over time.

For that reason, Trek have made the seat tube by welding two different sections of aluminium with differing characteristics, to determine the amount of vibration damping and compliance. The end result is that the aluminium Domane offers about half the amount of compliance of the carbon version. If you're worried that the aluminium might fail over time, Trek provide a lifetime warranty.

I found that the IsoSpeed Decoupler damped out high frequency vibration to an extent, and it helps to take the edge off bigger hits too – potholes, raised manholes and the like – but having ridden the carbon version last year, I wanted more. Still, you have to remember that this is a £1,200 bike whereas the carbon Domane 4 Series starts at £1,500. Anyway, I'll come back to the whole IsoSpeed system later with a more detailed look at the ride...

Construction & fit

The Domane 2.3, like the £1,000 2.0, is made from Trek's 200 Series Alpha Aluminium, and it's built to what Trek call their 'endurance fit', meaning that it's 'still racy but with a slightly higher head tube'.

To put figures on it, we have the 58cm model here with a 54.8cm seat tube, a 56.7cm effective top tube, and a 19.5cm head tube. That's not a crazy-tall front end but it's pretty high.

For comparison, a 58cm Madone in Trek's H2 fit has an effective top tube that's 0.7cm longer and a head tube that's 0.5cm shorter. In a highly performance-orientated H1 fit, a 58cm Madone's effective top tube is 57.9cm and the head tube is 16cm.

In other words, the Domane's geometry is more relaxed than that of the Madone so you find yourself sitting in a more upright, less stretched out position. I don't like a particularly high front end to my bikes so I took out the headset spacers early on and got myself into a kind of medium position, but you could leave them in if you prefer your bars up high.

While we're on a geometry trip, the Domane has a slacker head angle than the Madone, a longer sweep to the fork and longer chainstays. The result is a significantly extended wheelbase – 1,022mm versus 987mm. That means that the Domane feels considerably more stable. It has a greater bottom bracket drop too, further adding to the stable feel.

Just a couple more figures: the headset is a standard (if there is such a thing these days) 1 1/8in top and bottom while the bottom bracket is Trek's own wide BB86.5 design. It's a press fit system that, unlike a few others we've used lately, remained creak-free throughout testing.

Usefully, as well as SpeedTrap compatibility (where a computer sensor can sit neatly inside the fork leg), Trek provide mudguard mounts front and rear that are hardly noticeable, and you get eyelets for a rear rack too. That makes a lot of sense on a bike that might well get used year round and be pressed into service for Audax and/or commuting.

The spec is based around Shimano's mid-level 105 groupset. The 105ness encompasses the shifters, mechs and the brakes. The only real compromise here is the Shimano R565 compact chainset that's not as light as a 105 version. Most of the rest of the kit comes from Bontrager, Trek's in-house brand.

The IsoSpeed Decoupler certainly does provide compliance – call it 'downward saddle movement' if you don't like the bike brochure jargon. You notice it most over rough roads where the bike smoothes over small bumps, holes and jaggedy bits.

The effect is quite hard to describe. It's not really like mountain bike suspension, or at least it's nothing like the same scale. We're talking about micro-movement here. The feeling is more like having a tyre with a lower than normal pressure in, but without any of the squirming or effects on handling (or risk of pinch flats!). In fact, Trek boast that there are no drawbacks to the Isospeed system. It adds very little weight and there's no impact on frame stiffness.

Trek have included other features to help keep the ride comfortable too. As I mentioned above, the carbon-legged fork has been designed to encourage give at the front end and you get 25mm Bontrager R1 tyres. The low-drop (125mm) Bontrager Race VR-C handlebar comes with Bontrager's thick gel/cork tape and Bonty's Affinity 1 saddle has a whole lot of padding throughout – too much for my taste although, as always with saddles, comfort comes down to personal preference.

The result is a ride that feels just a bit smoother than you get with competitors at this price. I'd like to emphasise 'a bit' here. It's not chalk and cheese, black and white, day and night. You feel like you're riding a bike that's different, but not that different. There are carbon bikes out there that offer more compliance than you get here without the need for an IsoSpeed Decoupler to achieve it.

Aluminium versus carbon

I tried out a carbon Domane last year, albeit for just for one ride, and that was significantly different, both in dealing with high-frequency buzz and with bigger bumps. There was far more movement there. Maybe that's not a fair comparison because the carbon version is more expensive, but if you're sold on the idea of more compliance, do consider the Domane 4 Series seriously.

Of course, it's not quite as easy as that, because the carbon Domanes are more expensive. The cheapest, the 4.0, comes with a Shimano Tiagra build (Shimano's groupset level below 105) and costs £1,500. If you want the same spec as the 2.3 on a carbon Domane, you need the 4.3 that's priced at £1,800 – so you're effectively paying £600 extra for that extra compliance.

Another thing to consider is that the Domane 2.3 isn't the lightest £1,200 bike out there. Ours hit the road.cc Scales of Truth at 9.27kg (20.4lb). We're certainly not saying that weight is everything, but the £1,249 Giant TCR SL2 that we reviewed recently was almost a kilo lighter at 8.35kg (18.4lb).

Our Domane was in no way lethargic but it lacked the spark and energy of some similarly priced bikes when accelerating and climbing. It just needed that little bit more urging on to get up to speed, and I was glad of the compact chainset hooked up to a 12-30-tooth cassette when it came to tackling steep climbs. Lighter wheels would certainly help here, as they usually would. The Bontrager Approved rims on alloy hubs are perfectly sound and they've remained 100% true throughout testing, but they're not especially lightweight.

Good, but not quite the moon on a stick

Don't get the impression that the Domane 2.3 isn't a good bike. There's certainly a lot to recommend it. Trek are right to say that there's no loss of frame rigidity with the IsoSpeed Decoupler, for example. It's a pretty stiff bike at both the head tube and the bottom bracket, even when you get out of the saddle and throw it about.

It's a good level of spec for the money too. Shimano 105 is great stuff both in terms of function and durability – possibly Shimano's best balance – and all of the Bontrager kit is well thought-out too. If I'm being picky – and I am – I'd like lighter wheels... but I want the moon on a stick, me.

So, who should buy the Domane 2.3? Well, I would say that it's not the most manoeuvrable of bikes when riding in a group, and it's not the most reactive, but that's not really what the Domane is about.

It's at its best when you're cruising along, when all that stability I mentioned means it takes care of itself with the minimum of attention. And that decent level of comfort becomes more valuable the longer you're in the saddle, and for that reason it's a good option if you're likely to get in the big miles on long weekend rides, Audaxes or sportives.

Comfortable, stable endurance bike with an innovative design, but not the lightest option out there.

road.cc test report

Make and model: Trek Domane 2.3

Size tested: 58cm

About the bike

State the frame and fork material and method of construction. List the components used to build up the bike.

Frame 200 Series Alpha Aluminum, IsoSpeed, press-fit BB

Fork Trek IsoSpeed carbon, SpeedTrap compatible

Wheels Alloy hubs w/Bontrager Approved alloy rims

Tyres Bontrager R1, 700x25c

Shifters Shimano 105 STI, 10 speed

Front derailleur Shimano 105, 31.8mm clamp

Rear derailleur Shimano 105

Chainset Shimano R565, 50/34 (compact)

Cassette Shimano Tiagra 12-30, 10 speed

Saddle Bontrager Affinity 1, steel rails

Seatpost Bontrager Carbon, 20mm offset

Handlebar Bontrager Race VR-C, 31.8mm

Stem Bontrager Race Lite, 31.8mm, 7 degree

Headset 1 1/8in integrated, semi-cartridge bearings

Brakeset Shimano 105 brakes w/Shimano 105 STI levers

Tell us what the bike is for, and who it's aimed at. What do the manufacturers say about it? How does that compare to your own feelings about the bike?

Trek say, "Domane 2 Series is the world's finest aluminum endurance bike. It features Trek IsoSpeed technology and our innovative endurance geometry for comfort and stability in all conditions."

It's certainly an endurance bike, at it's best for getting in the big miles in reasonable comfort.

Frame and fork

Tell us about the build quality and finish of the frame and fork?

You might be sceptical of the IsoSpeed Decoupler but it does add a degree of compliance - just not as much as you get with the carbon version of this bike.

Tell us about the geometry of the frame and fork?

I've discussed this in the text. Essentially, it's Trek's Endurance Fit which is more relaxed than one of their more race-orientated fits.

How was the bike in terms of height and reach? How did it compare to other bikes of the same stated size?

The reach is shorter than that of an equivalent Madone, and the stack is higher, giving a more relaxed ride position.

Riding the bike

Was the bike comfortable to ride? Tell us how you felt about the ride quality.

Yes, it was comfortable. If you're coming at it expecting tons of bump-gobbling suspension, you're going to be disappointed. Likewise, if you're expecting as much give as you get with a carbon Domane. The IsoSpeed Decoupler gives you just a little more compliance than you would otherwise get.

Did the bike feel stiff in the right places? Did any part of the bike feel too stiff or too flexible?

Yes, it's a clever trick but there's no apparent loss of frame stiffness with the IsoSpeed Decoupler.

How did the bike transfer power? Did it feel efficient?

Was there any toe-clip overlap with the front wheel? If so, was it a problem?

The tiniest amount for me. Not a problem

How would you describe the steering? Was it lively, neutral or unresponsive? Certainly not lively or twitchy. The bike feels very stable.

The drivetrain

Wheels and tyres, your summary.

Did you enjoy riding the bike? Kind of, but it was a bit too sedate for my taste.

Would you consider buying the bike? It wouldn't really suit me.

Would you recommend the bike to a friend? If they were after a comfortable endurance bike

Overall rating: 7 /10

About the tester

Age: 41   Height: 190cm   Weight: 75kg

I usually ride:    My best bike is:

I've been riding for: Over 20 years   I ride: Most days   I would class myself as: Expert

I regularly do the following types of riding: time trialling, commuting, club rides, sportives, general fitness riding,

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Mat has been in cycling media since 1996, on titles including BikeRadar, Total Bike, Total Mountain Bike, What Mountain Bike and Mountain Biking UK, and he has been editor of 220 Triathlon and Cycling Plus. Mat has been road.cc technical editor for over a decade, testing bikes, fettling the latest kit, and trying out the most up-to-the-minute clothing. He has won his category in Ironman UK 70.3 and finished on the podium in both marathons he has run. Mat is a Cambridge graduate who did a post-grad in magazine journalism, and he is a winner of the Cycling Media Award for Specialist Online Writer. Now over 50, he's riding road and gravel bikes most days for fun and fitness rather than training for competitions.

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If only they offered the carbon version as a frameset option (not the crazy-priced 6)...

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What a monstrosity. Will be a pig to ride sure enough.

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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)

Trek Domane MK.4 Gallery

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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First Ride: Trek Domane 2.3

When Trek  introduced the Domane back in the Spring of 2012, the Wisconsin company not only brought to market a new road bike designed for added comfort, it reinvigorated a long-standing debate over the merits of ‘suspension’ technology for road bikes. Developed with the help of Trek pro rider, Fabian Cancellara, the Domane was set apart through its utilization of a unique de-coupled top tube/seat tube junction, something that Trek insisted helped isolate the seated rider from myriad road vibrations, particularly on rough roads.

 The merits of the brand’s IsoSpeed de-coupler system have been made abundantly clear with pro race results and strong consumer sales figures since its release. But one need not spend upwards of $7000 for a high-end carbon Domane. Trek offers the same IsoSpeed technology in two aluminum models, the Domane 2.3 and 2.0, priced at $1919.99 and $1429.99, respectively. We took delivery of a Domane 2.3, and here’s our first impressions.

THE TECH Our test Domane 2.3 includes the 200-Series aluminum frame and IsoSpeed carbon fork. The fork was designed in conjunction with the Domane frame and features extended rake to allow for better vibration damping characteristics, while a reverse dropout helps bring the front wheel back towards the center of gravity in an effort to maintain a relatively shorter wheelbase and, thus, more responsive handling. Likewise, the fork blades themselves taper down from the crown to become very thin at the dropouts. Hidden on the inside of the right fork leg is Trek’s signature SpeedTrap digital computer sensor. The 2.3 is spec’d with Shimano 105 shifters and derailleurs, a Shimano R565 compact crank and a 12-30 Shiamno Tiagra 10-peed cassette. Our bike also came with an aluminum handlebar, stem and seatpost combination from Bontrager, as well as standard Bontrager-sticker aluminum clincher wheels wrapped in Bontrager R1 Hard-Case Lite tires, size 25c. The frame also includes rack and fender mounts, giving the Domane 2.3 some added versatility.

THE RIDE Like most people, my initial thoughts were very focused on the effects of the de-coupled seat tube junction: Does it really provide more compliance than a standard junction? If so, will it be noticeable? And if it is noticeable, will it be effective just on significantly rough stretches of pavement? After an easy, 20-mile spin over a familiar route, with a good mix of smooth and rough road conditions, I can say that yes, the de-coupled rear end works, and it is noticeable. But it’s not distracting in the sense that I didn’t feel the seatpost moving constantly throughout my ride, swinging like a pendulum. And no, it didn’t feel as if the de-coupler allowed the seatpost to sway with each pedal stroke, thereby giving the sensation that some power was being wasted. Instead, the overall experience was that the frame itself is still quite susceptible to road feedback and vibrations, and you feel those, no doubt. But there’s a distinct negating of the bone-jarring, teeth-clacking sensation that typically comes with riding through a large pothole, for example. The front-end felt as stiff as we’ve seen from other contemporary aluminum bikes and provided confident handling through a few fast corners.

THE VERDICT From the get-go, a first-time Domane rider can experience the sensation of a de-coupled seat tube. Whether this ride experience proves beneficial over different terrains, routes, races and everything in between will depend largely on the specific rider, based on what ratio of comfort/performance he or she prefers. But for now, we’re excited to spend some more time on the Domane 2.3, yet another example of the relevancy and value of an aluminum frame in a sea of carbon.  And if you’re looking to spend a little less money, Trek also offers the Domane 2.0 with the same 200 Series Alpha aluminum frame built up with Shimano Tiagra for $1429.99.

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Trek domane 2-series – first look.

Trek unveiled the Domane 6-Series ahead of Fabian Cancellara’s Spring Classics campaign – now the American firm has revealed a full range of machines, including two aluminium models which make up the 2-Series.

Sat in the same room as Cancellara’s yellow Domane from the Tour de France at Trek World Europe, the company’s trade show in Frankfurt, the more affordable machines attracted just as much attention.

The Domane 2-Series shares much of the technology of its WorldTour sibling. There’s the IsoSpeed decoupler, the IsoSpeed fork (a heavily curved fork with reverse dropouts which improves front-end compliance), and the endurance fit, although the aluminium bikes don’t get the built-in 3S chain catcher, which comes as standard on 4-Series machines and above, while 5 and 6-Series bikes get Bontrager’s IsoZone handlebars, which have integrated pads designed to reduce vibration displacement by a claimed 20 per cent.

The Domane is packed with technology across the board but it’s the decoupler which rightly attracts most attention. It isolates the seat tube from the rest of the frame, so the seat tube can rotate – or flex – independently from the top tube-seatstay junction, increasing vertical compliance  – or comfort, to you and me.

Look at the decoupler on the 2-Series bikes and there’s one obvious, aesthetic difference, however. Using aluminium, rather than carbon fibre, to build the frame presented Trek with a whole new problem – aluminium fatigues over time. In order to achieve the required compliance while maintaining strength, Trek welded two tubes together to form the seat tube. You can see the weld in the picture below.

Trek’s road bike product manager, Ben Coates, said: “The way aluminium reacts to the forces on the seat tube is very different to carbon fibre. The IsoSpeed functions in very much the same way, but it was very difficult to determine the amount of control.

“This was a very complicated frame to make. We had to end up welding two tubes together so that we could have two different characteristics to control the amount of dampening and compliance.

Coates admitted the fatigue properties of aluminium may raise eyebrows but is confident in the frame’s ability to withstand everything thrown at it.

“There is some question about it, but it’s backed by Trek’s lifetime warranty,” he said. “The aluminium has been tested to extreme fatigue cycles and it’s built to last. It functions very well.

“The weld is integral to the success of that bike. We tried other ways to make the compliance function properly but actually joining two completely different tubes was the most successful way and it works very well; that’s part of the technology and it requires that joint to control the flexibility.”

The Domane 2-Series comprises two bikes, with the 2.3 retailing at £1,200, while the 2.0 comes in at the magic £1,000 Cycle to Work mark. The 2.0 is equipped with a Shimano Tiagra triple groupset and Bontrager wheels and tyres, with Bontrager’s componentry arm also providing the saddle, seatpost, handlebar and stem, while upgrades on the 2.3 cover the Shimano 105 shifters and brake levers, and a carbon Bontrager seatpost, plus the crankset’s a compact rather than a triple.

Stock is expected in the UK in August. Trek expect the ability of the 2-Series bikes to accommodate larger tyres and mudguards to prove attractive to a British audience.

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New for 2008 •Frame -Alpha Black Aluminum w/TCT Carbon stays •Fork - Bontrager Race, carbon •Wheels - Bontrager Race •Crank - Shimano 105 50/34 or 50/39/30 •Rear Derailleur - Shimano Ultegra •Sizes - 50, 52, 54, 56, 58, 60, 62, 64cm •Color - Pearl White/Platinum

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I recently bought a 2013 Trek Madone 54. I bought the bike because a carbon frame bike I recently purchased rear derailer malfunctioned. It damaged the frame. Luckily I purchased it from Performance bikes. I received a full refund. I am close to 60 years old and back in the day I would compete with a Trek 1500 with down shifters. That bike is still in great shape and I used it for the Hotter Hell Hundred ride for years 2012 and 2013. For 2014 I bought the Trek Domane 2.0. The aluminum version of that model. You could ride all day with that bike. It's like an old fasion Cadillac, in the sense once you get going you don't want to stop. I needed something I thought would be faster in order to ride with the Tower racing guys. The Fuji SST 3.0 was my choice and was a great bike. The frame issue i mentioned earlier put me in the market for a new racing type bike. I asked around and all agreed that at my age and weight an expensive carbon bike would be a marginal improvement in speed performance. I felt more comfortable with aluminum and Trek bikes so I was able to find the 2013 model Madone 2.3. I used the bike for the Sub 5 event in Illinois. The bike was great, felt very good all day. I weigh around 205 pounds which I know is huge for cycling. Which means I can only blame myself when I was unable to stick with riding groups. The great thing about the Madone is cornering. I felt very confident taking tight turns. I am writing this in early October 2015 and my goal is to enter more crits in the Cat 5 category and just have fun and be competitive. I feel with the Madone I can do that. Anyway that is the goal.

I really can't think of any. Other reviews mentioned saddle issues. I have been on a lot worse and did not have an issue with the Madone. I realize I bought the bike new 2 years after it came out but I would liked to have bought red color bike. Not a big deal since the bike looks great in black and blue finish.

This is the bike to get if you are looking for a steady performer. I am not worried as much about crashes as I was with the carbon frame bike. The price is very affordable. The bike looks great, rides great and will generate confidence entering corners. I hope this helps

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I have 1800 miles and have had no problems. I purchased new tires and a chain. Never had a flat. The bike has worked flawlessly. (Is that a word) this bike has minimal spokes and coast past any other bike. Great bike

I ran over a deer on highway 84 in the Santa Cruz Mountains

"The Goat" has been some incredible number of thousands of miles and has provided an excellent bike for flying through the mountains. The only thing I recommend is to use Specialized Armadillo tires so you'll never get a flat. I ran over a deer on this bike and didn't crash. Excellent handling.

Great price for a bike with full Shimano 105 components- beats what comes on the 3.1 and 4.5 (brakes, wheels, and cranks).

The aluminum frame doesn't have the coolness factor that the carbon frames do. However, if you nick or scratch the aluminum frame, you can sell it without a problem; I'm not sure you can say the same about a bike with a carbon frame.

I purchased a 2011 Trek 2.3 from Jax Bicycles about a month ago (January 2012) for $1340 OTD with a 3 year Red Shield protection plan. I sold a Trek Madone 4.5 last year, but missed road cycling, so within a few months I was looking for a replacement. I went back and forth between the 2.3 and 3.1 (the 4.5 was no longer in my price range) and decided on the 2.3 after I hung the 2.3 and 3.1 on a scale at the bike shop. Both bikes were 56cm and weighed the same (19.3 lbs without pedals). With pedals and two water bottle cages, my 2.3 weighs approximately 20.3 lbs. I threw on some "free" Race X lite wheels and got it down to 19.3 lbs. I am impressed with the ride quality and have not noticed the difference between the carbon and aluminum frames, even when riding with the stock wheels. I do, however, notice improved braking performance and feel with the 2.3 (105 brakes) over the 3.1 and 4.5 brakes. If you are looking to save weight by going with a carbon frame, you'll probably have to start shopping in the Madone 5-series, which will include better components, before you see a noticeable difference. Although, it is going to come with a much higher price tag.

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While the carbon fork and stays soften the ride, it's not as comfortable a ride as my old steel bike. However, it's much more maneuverable and, of course, lighter.

This was a gift from my brother-in-law, who upgraded to a carbon bike. This has been a great bike for me -- 6'2", 250 -- as I work on getting back in shape. It's quick, comfortable, and strong. Not built for the Tour de France, but a great training/recreational bike for the above-average cyclist.

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compact gearing can spin out going downhill, standard seat, wheels and brakes not that great.

Trek 2.3, carbon stays, compact gearing, really has been a fantastic bike. Very stable, nice geometry, light and fast. Waited 2 yrs and 2K+ miles to review it. This is a great training bike. I have ridden a CAAD9 and this is similar, but w/a better ride.

Geometry balances comfort, stability, and handling well Pretty Reliable (I hope, anyway, because this bike will need to last several years!) Price-Past this price point, it's diminishing returns from any brand. For a noticeably better bike, you'd have to spend $700-1000 more, which in my household was better spent on a double Chariot trailer.

Look closely - seat & tires will need replacing. If you race at all, you might add wheels & brakes to the upgrade list. I know that's hypocritical after extolling the price, though. Bumpy roads=bumpy ride Not aero or ultralight or super flashy, so if you ride with dentists & trust fund babies, you'll need to swallow your pride.

With 1000 km on the bike, we're starting to get to know eachother. Nice light bike for rec riding at a good price. Stiff, solid comfortable ride feel. The lowish BB height, tall head tube & medium wheelbase make it easy to stay upright and moving forward, comfortable at any location on the handlebar, but you are aware of the bumps in the road. All components reliable so far, no loss in performance in the rain. Brakes could use centering adjustment screw but have decent power, seat brought back memories of the plastic bmx seat I had 25 years ago (not a good thing!), tires are low quality and 25mm, not 23mm, but work fine for now. I know the B-brand "race" wheels aren't the sexiest, but work well and I feel faster with bladed spokes. LOVING compact cranks, for all the quirks that go with them. Often requires simultaneous front and rear shifting to get into the right gear, but it's nice to have such a huge range w/o the trim issues of a triple. Impressed so far with 105 components.

The aluminum frame with the carbon fork and stays seems to absorb vibration. It rides solid. Shifting is very smooth. The 105 shifters work very well with the ultegra derailer. You can move through the gears quickly without missing a beat. I previously had a 105 derailer and it constantly needed adjusted and the chain would hop off a lot. Not this set up. Climbing is a breeze with the compact cassette. The gearing seems to go down lower than the triple I had previously. The crankset is very quiet. I love the bike.

Bontrager seat is not a soft ride. I will probably upgrade at some point. The white handlebar tape will have to go. I have only had the bike going on two months so I want to see how the Bontrager race lite tires do over time. Going down large hills, pedaling with the high gears does not keep up at high speeds like the triple did. The name Bontrager is seen on the bike a lot more than the Trek name.

I moved up from the Trek 1200, triple , to a 2008 Trek 2.3. I absolutely love it. I have a compact cassette and have left all other stock components on for now. The bike is very smooth on the road. Shifting with the 105 shifters and the Ultegra derailer are very clean. You do have to watch for the front wheel overlap on slow, sharp turns with clipless pedals. It handles steady going down hills. I have had it to about 33 mph and it has been solid. It has been a gem going up steep hills. It climbs very well. I have been riding for 20 years and this is probably your best bet before jumping into all carbon, racing bicycles.

Trek 1200, triple ring.

This is my first true road bike, so it's hard to compare this to another brand, but I can say that after a year I'm very happy with the bike. I originally wanted a cheaper bike (since this was just an excercise thing for me), but luckily I was talked into this one. I think this bike is the bare minimum in terms of road bikes that you won't quickly outgrow. If you go a level down you'll end up with thumb shifters and other lame components. If you go a level up, the bike and components just get lighter and stiffer, but no more functional. As far as the price goes, since I bought this I've seen other brands with similar components for a little less money (Giant, Novarro, etc..) but I still don't feel ripped off by any means. Supposedly the way Trek forms the frame tubes adds to the cost, and they do a lot of R&D on the frame angles and such, but it's hard for me to say whether that's worth the brand premium. I can say that my bike hardly ever needs a tuneup and feels as solid as the day I bought it.

I have the compact double so shifting is crisp and sure in the front. The bike seams very steady at high speeds and through corners. I've had the bike up to about 38 mph so far and it seems solid, steady, capable and wanting to go faster. The breaks provide good stoping ability. The 10 speed cassette allows for excellent close grear rations, but the compromise is that you need a lot of strength up big hills. The finish quality on the components is high.

Break pads that come on the bike are terrible. The color/paint on the vinyl seat is rubbing off. Mine is a 2007 model and I think the white/silver/red color scheme is boring. The white handle bar tape will look dirty in a short amount of time.

The bike rides like a dream. Fast on the flats and like a rocket down hills. Handling is great but watch out of for toe overlap on the front wheel. The wheels are an upgrade over the 2.1 and seem to be worth the extra money. Shifting is fast and accurate. The bike seems responsive to my pedal strokes, expecially when climbing. I've had no issues with the seat like many reviewers. The aluminum frame seems stiff and the carbon fork seems to dampen much of the road vibration. The Bongrager race tires provide what seems to be good traction. The the fit/finish and paint are excellent. The low count, bladed spoke wheels are light and durable.

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Trek Madone Vs Domane Road Bikes (8 Key Differences!)

Trek Madone and Domane road bikes are two great options for anyone in the market for a new road bike. Both Madone and Domane offer a great selection of road bikes, each with its unique features and benefits.

Trek Domane Road Bike is Trek’s endurance road bike. It has been designed to provide a comfortable, smooth, and efficient ride for long distances.

Trek Madone is Trek’s flagship road bike. It has been designed for speed and performance, making it the perfect choice for riders who want to push themselves on the roads.

Trek Madone Vs Domane Road Bikes

The main difference between Trek Madone and Domane road bikes is that Trek Madone is a racing bike while Domane is built for endurance.

The biggest difference between the two bikes is that the Trek Madone has a more aggressive riding position while the Domane has a more comfortable riding position.

Trek Madone Overview: Who Should Get Madone?

The Trek Madone is Trek’s top-of-the-line race bike. It has been designed to be the fastest road bike that Trek has ever created. The Madone is perfect for anyone who wants to get the most out of their riding, whether that means competing in races or simply riding as fast as they can.

The Trek Madone has been created with input from some of the world’s top riders, including multiple Tour de France winner Alberto Contador . Trek has used the latest technology and materials to create a bike that is extremely fast and efficient.

If you are looking for a bike that will help you to achieve your fastest times, the Trek Madone is a perfect choice.

Trek Domane Overview: Who Should Get Domane?

The Trek Domane is Trek’s endurance road bike. It has been designed to be comfortable and efficient, making it perfect for anyone who wants to ride long distances.

The Trek Domane has been created with input from some of the world’s top riders, including three-time Paris-Roubaix winner Fabian Cancellara. Trek has used the latest technology and materials to create a bike that is extremely comfortable and efficient.

If you’re looking for a road bike that can handle long rides, then the Trek Domane is the bike for you.

Trek Domane Vs Madone Detailed Comparison

Let’s look at some of the distinctions between the Madone and Domane road bikes.

The Trek Madone is a race bike, designed for speed and efficiency. The Trek Domane is an endurance road bike, designed for comfort and distance.

A race bike is typically lighter and has a more aggressive geometry, which means that it is designed for faster riding. An endurance road bike is heavier and has a more relaxed geometry, which makes it better suited for longer rides.

The Trek Madone is designed for the rider who wants to go fast. The Trek Domane is designed for the rider who wants to ride comfortably and distance.

The Trek Madone is focused on speed, while the Trek Domane is focused on comfort and distance.

Trek Madone vs Domane Geometry

The Trek Madone has a more aggressive geometry than the Trek Domane. This means that it is designed for faster riding and is not as comfortable for long rides.

The Trek Madone has a shorter wheelbase and steeper head tube angle than the Trek Domane. The Trek Domane has a longer wheelbase and shallow head tube angle , which makes it more stable and comfortable for long rides.

The Trek Madone has no suspension, while the Trek Domane has Trek’s IsoSpeed decoupler technology, which provides up to 20mm of travel

The Trek Madone is designed for speed and efficiency and does not need suspension. The Trek Domane is designed for comfort and distance and has suspension to help smooth out the ride.

Preferred Terrain

The Trek Madone is designed for smooth roads and racing. The Trek Domane is designed for rough roads and long rides.

The Trek Madone performs best on smooth roads and is not as comfortable on rougher terrain. The Trek Domane is more comfortable on rough roads and can handle long rides better.

Bike Weight

The Trek Madone weighs approximately 7.37 kg, while the Trek Domane weighs approximately 8.3 kg.

The Trek Madone is lighter than the Trek Domane, which makes it faster and easier to ride. The Trek Domane is heavier than the Trek Madone, which makes it more comfortable for long rides.

The Trek Madone is designed for speed and is one of the fastest road bikes on the market. The Trek Domane is designed for comfort and distance and is not as fast as the Trek Madone.

The Trek Madone is faster than the Trek Domane because it is lighter and has a more aggressive geometry. The Trek Domane is not as fast as the Trek Madone because it is heavier and has a more relaxed geometry.

Trek Madone vs Trek Domane: 8 Key Differences

The Trek Madone has been designed for speed and performance, while the Trek Domane has been designed for comfort and endurance.

The Trek Madone is lighter than the Trek Domane.

The Trek Madone has race-inspired geometry, while the Trek Domane has endurance-inspired geometry.

The Trek Madone has no suspension, while the Trek Domane has Trek’s patented IsoSpeed decoupler for a smoother ride.

The Trek Madone comes with 23c tires, while the Trek Domane comes with 28c tires.

The Trek Madone has Shimano Dura-Ace brakes, while the Trek Domane has Trek’s custom Bontrager Paradigm brakes.

Bottom Bracket

The Trek Madone uses a press-fit BB90 bottom bracket , while the Trek Domane uses a threaded BB86 bottom bracket.

The Trek Madone has an integrated seatpost, while the Trek Domane has a standard seatpost.

Trek Madone vs Trek Domane Models

Madone family.

The two models of the Madone family are the Madone SL and the more recently released, flagship-level model, the Madone SLR.

Trek’s top-of-the-line race bike, the Trek Madone SLR is a dream come true for any rider looking for an edge on the competition.

Domane Family

The Trek Domane comes in six models: the Trek Domane 4.5, Trek Domane 5.2, Trek Domane 6.2, Trek Domane SL 6.9, Trek Domane S 6.9 and the Trek Domane Project One.

The Trek Domane 4.5 is the most affordable model and is perfect for entry-level riders or those on a budget. The Trek Domane 5.2 is a great option for anyone looking for a versatile bike that can handle a variety of terrain.

Trek Madone Vs Domane Similarities

1. Both have Trek’s race-proven geometry and IsoSpeed technology.

2. The Trek Madone and Domane are both built to be fast, efficient road bikes.

3. Both bikes come in a variety of frame sizes to fit riders of all heights.

4. Trek’sMadone and Domane both have impressive component specs.

5. The Trek Madone and Domane are both designed for long rides and Gran Fondos.

6. They both come with a lifetime warranty on the frame.

Trek Madone SLR9 Vs Domane SLR9 Compared.

Here are some Factors to compare the Trek Madone SLR9 vs Trek Domane SLR9:

The Trek Madone SLR9 is a road bike while the Trek Domane SLR9 is a gravel bike.

The Trek Madone SLR9 has an OCLV carbon frame while the Trek Domane SLR9 has an OCLV carbon frame with an IsoSpeed decoupler.

The Trek Madone SLR9 has no suspension while the Trek Domane SLR9 has Trek’s patented IsoSpeed decoupler for a smoother ride.

The Trek Madone SLR9 comes with 23c tires, while the Trek Domane SLR9 comes with 28c tires.

The Trek Madone SLR9 has a Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 drivetrain, while the Trek Domane SLR9 has a SRAM RED eTap AXS drivetrain.

The Trek Madone SLR9 is more expensive than the Trek Domane SLR9

The Trek Madone SLR 9 is the fastest, most aerodynamic road bike that Trek has ever made. It’s built for speed and performance, and it shows in every aspect of the bike. From the OCLV carbon frame to the Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 drivetrain, this bike is designed to win races.

Is The Trek Madone An Endurance Bike?

The Trek Madone is an endurance bike that can be ridden for long distances without too much strain on the body. It is perfect for riders who want to cover a lot of ground in a single ride, or those who are training for a longer event.

The frame is made from lightweight materials and has been designed to provide a comfortable, stable ride. The Madone also comes with a variety of gearing options, so you can choose the perfect setup for your needs.

A bike that can take you from your local group ride to an endurance event, the Trek Madone is a great choice.

Is Trek Madone Comfortable?

Yes, Trek Madone is very comfortable. The saddle and handlebars are adjustable, so you can customize them to fit your body perfectly.

Plus, the frame is designed to absorb shocks and vibrations, so you can ride for hours without feeling uncomfortable. For a high-performance road bike that is also comfortable to ride, Trek Madone is a great choice.

Is Trek Domane Fast?

Trek Domane bikes are known for being fast and efficient. They’re perfect for riders who want to cover a lot of ground quickly, without feeling like they’re working too hard.

For a high-performance bike that will make every ride feel exhilarating, the Trek Domane is definitely worth considering.

With its lightweight frame and quick-rolling wheels, the Domane is perfect for races, centuries, and all-day rides. So if you’re looking to go fast, the Trek Domane is definitely the bike for you.

Is The Trek Domane A Gravel Bike?

Trek Domane is an excellent bike for gravel rides and centuries. The Domane has endurance geometry which puts the rider in a more comfortable position, allowing you to ride farther. The frame is also designed to dampen vibration, making for a smoother ride.

Additionally, the Domane has clearance for wider tires, which provide more traction on loose surfaces. If you’re looking for an all-around bike that can handle a variety of terrain, the Trek Domane is a great option.

In the end, Trek Madone is a better road bike for someone who wants to focus on speed and performance, while Trek Domane is better suited for someone who wants a more comfortable ride.

Trek Madone is also lighter and has a more aggressive geometry, making it faster and easier to ride. Trek Domane, on the other hand, is heavier and has a more relaxed geometry, making it more comfortable for long rides.

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