2023 Trek Domane SLR Long-Term Real-World Review

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"Heart of a road bike. Spirit of adventure. Domane is a performance road bike that delivers incredible endurance comfort without sacrificing speed. Wherever you ride it - paved roads, hard-packed gravel, or the cobblestones of the world’s greatest one-day races - the Domane family is smooth, fast, and fun." - trekbikes.com
"Pure Race Pedigree. Domane was developed in collaboration with the pros of Trek-Segafredo to create a race-ready bike that’s fast and capable enough for the world’s most epic events - including the infamous Paris-Roubaix, where Elisa Longo Borghini and Lizzie Deignan raced Domane to victory two years in a row."
In this video, JOM of the Gravel Cyclist crew reviews the Domane SLR 9 eTap Gen 4. This is a real-world review, held way beyond the confines of a parking lot! Ridden in US States & Territories such as Washington D.C., Virginia, Maryland, Alabama, North Carolina, Florida, Georgia, Colorado, Minnesota, and Wisconsin, JOM rolls just about every road surface imaginable, from dodgy pavement, to questionable rocky descents, mud, crud, and a lot more.
Chapters:
0:00 Opening
0:39 2023 Trek Domane Introduction
1:24 Bontrager Aeolus RSL 37 Wheels
1:58 Euopean Pedigree
2:26 Domane V4 Improvements
2:56 Sizing Concerns
3:34 Domane Stem
4:26 More V4 Improvements
4:54 Isospeed Explained
5:24 Internal Frame Storage
5:53 Top Tube Mount
6:15 Fender Mounts
6:38 Tire Clearance
7:15 Chainstays
7:40 SRAM Red eTap AXS Spec
8:10 Pricing
8:49 Component Spec Cont'd
9:19 Domane+ Preview
9:34 T47 Bottom Bracket
9:50 Flat-Mount Disc Brakes
10:14 Domane Riding Experience
17:09 Wrap Up
17:34 Madness
Continued from Above:
"Domane SLR 9 eTap is our top-of-the-line, ultralight carbon endurance road bike decked out with the best parts for a fast, high-performance ride. As an official Trek-Segafredo race team replica bike, you get our highest level OCLV Carbon frame with rear IsoSpeed, a wireless SRAM RED eTap AXS electronic drivetrain for precision shifting, and OCLV Carbon wheels. Plus, it has an easy-access storage compartment for stowing ride essentials, and versatile 38c tire clearance to keep you floating on rough roads and light gravel."
Road-Smoothing Rear Isospeed
"Newly refined IsoSpeed comfort technology shaves weight and soaks up fatiguing bumps in the road so you can ride stronger for longer."
Lighter
"Our best and lightest 800 Series OCLV Carbon and a new gram-saving design make this our lightest Domane SLR disc ever."
Tire Clearance
"Comes equipped with fast rolling 32mm tires, but offers clearance for up to 38mm tires so you can confidently ride everything from smooth pavement to light gravel."
Internal Storage
"Internal downtube storage and top tube bag mounts make it easy to carry everything you need for all-day rides."
Refined Integration
"Domane is more integrated than ever, with hidden cables and a hidden seatpost clamp."
Links of Interest:
Trek Bicycle - trekbikes.com
Trek Domane+ Sneak Peek - wp.me/p4V4se-fwe
Chris King GRD23 All-Road Wheelset with FusionFiber! - wp.me/p4V4se-foL
Berd GVX 22 Wheelset Review: Sub 1100 Gram Gravel Wheels - wp.me/p4V4se-bpQ
SRAM XPLR Groupset Review: 1x Specific for Gravel Cycling - wp.me/p4V4se-dKw
SRAM Rival eTap AXS Long-Term Review - wp.me/p4V4se-cLN
SRAM Force eTap AXS Review - On Mud, Gravel & More! - wp.me/p4V4se-8Hr
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@Moon_Dance Год назад

Thank you for the review. Ordered Domane SLR 9 eTap and waiting for it to arrive here in Korea. Your video is informative and makes me think I made the right choice although I had to hide the price from my wife 🤪

@deanhart8154 Год назад

Great review - as usual! My SL frameset arriving in June. Cheers for the nudge

@roadglide Год назад

Great job JOM! Nice equipment reviews coming out the biggest Gravel review camp.

@johnchouinard6947 4 месяца назад

Should be picking my SLR7 next week. Getting it with the RSL51 wheels and the RSL Aero bars that are used on the SL Madone . Can't wait!

@adamsteineke4661 Год назад

I have thousands of miles on my 2020 Domane SL7, I'll be honest, I have never noticed anything with the front ISO Speed... I use my Domane as a do it all bike with two wheelsets. It's a tad heavy, but ultra comfortable, so I'm very happy.

@gair1944 Год назад

Great review. I just picked up a 2023 Domane SLR 7 (Ultegra Di2) and it is exceeding my expectations. Exceptional blend of comfort, quickness & great handling. It fits me very well. I did a pro bike-fit with a local pro cycling shop and they made very few adjustments and were very impressed with the Trek Segafredo team color paint job. (Red Metallic to Blue Fade) I am blown away. I don't race but I do push myself and this is a bike I can grow with.

@JohnPerales Год назад

Congrats Gary!!! I just picked up the SL7 Di2 yesterday. Upgrade form a 2014 Domane 4.7 I'm glad I waited for this model year. Can't wait to ride this thing everywhere!

@gair1944 Год назад

@@JohnPerales congrats to you! What a great bike! What color did you get?

@hansschotterradler3772 Год назад

Thanks for another top notch bike review! Awesome bike. Serious $$$.

@robp3431 Год назад

Super-detailed and interesting review ! I have enough bikes at the moment, but will check out the saddle.

@rickbeckner9906 Год назад

I have a couple of Verse saddles (alloy rails). Good saddle. A nice feature is that they have extra long rails and can help with some bike fit issues.

@60westpro Месяц назад

Amazing review !! Thank you , Sir

@peters8504 Год назад

It checks all the boxes. I hope to see more bikes like that from other brands.

@cmarnold78 Год назад

I have a 2022 and I love this bike. I have it set up as a Road/Triathlon bike with aero bars and the Aeolus Pro 51 wheels. With the original wheels I am going to set up as a Gravel bike so great to hear no problems with the 40s as these seem to have much more variety available than 38mm tire options.

@jessezarate6571 Год назад

Hi! Which 40s? And do you have any photos you can share if the setup?

@ianccrook8899 8 месяцев назад

Been riding a Domane SLR 7 for a few years … a really good bike, strong, trouble free and lovely to ride.

@GravelCyclist 8 месяцев назад

Hello there, assuming your Domane is a Gen 3 bike?

@ianccrook8899 8 месяцев назад

@@GravelCyclist morning … we’ll, I guess so, bought in Priority One paint in days before Covid, Ultegra di2, front and rear SIS and Dow tube hatch etc … so that puts it into a timeframe ! Tubeless Pirelli 32s so very comfy and about to fit an 11/36 cluster for the 7 Peaks ride … I know, I know, but I’m 78 and may need some extra ‘granny’ gear! 😁

@stevenfreeman7798 Год назад

Would love to see you test the ALR 5 version as I don't think many people have! Plus would be very interesting to see what you think of the best alloy version. Many thanks for the video!.

@stevenfreeman7798 Год назад

@diesel9677 still available in the UK

@patrickrenschler5972 Год назад

thanks for the review! have you had a chance to try a checkpoint yet? would be interesting to see how they compare, leaning towards checkpoint for extra tire clearance but I dislike "slugish" bikes (didn't enjoy the diverge), want something that handles more like a road bike.

@edmundgil6008 3 месяца назад

I loved this review! 2nd watch, and I viewed all the way through to the Big, Scary, pup 🐶🐶🐶 attack at the very end! I’m in the market for a Domane, either SLR 7 Ultegra Di2, or a more affordable SL 6 105 Di2, with all carbon part upgrades; (wheels, saddle & handlebars). I love the ride performance thoughts during your many rides, especially how you cover different types of rides. I was focused before watching; now I’m even more certain of my upcoming purchase! Thanks mate! 🙏🏽🚴🍻💜💚

@keithcottongim7930 Год назад

With the larger gravel tires did you have toe strikes? The Domane has a 36mm shorter wheelbase compared to the Checkpoint. 10mm of that is in the chainstay. Great review!

@GravelCyclist Год назад

Thank you Keith! No toe strikes on 700c x 40mm tyres. 42mm was about the biggest I could fit into the bike, but not recommended due to limited clearance.

@neilmacdonald6050 Год назад

After shipping and availability issues snarled my SLR 9 Project One order, Trek agreed to simply sell me the frameset, which was a perfect outcome. I had zero interest in Bontrager wheels or Shimano/SRAM components. Ultimately, I had it painted matte black with the smallest of decals on the top tube. Then I had it built with Rolf AR wheels, a Specialized Power Pro Mirror saddle, and Campagnolo EPS 12-speed groupset. (The wired, not wireless version….I have no interest in constantly having to change batteries). In any case, the final product is remarkable. Freakishly comfortable and remarkably light. It soaks up rough roads. I no longer bother getting out of the saddle when I see a rough patch ahead. Pricey, but superb. (I had originally set out to buy a Roubaix S-Works, which was simply unavailable, because Specialized is busy building gravel bikes. Gravel biking is incomprehensible to me).

@GravelCyclist Год назад

Campy SR EPS 12-speed, top-flight stuff. I've handled the latest wireless stuff, nowhere near as aesthetically pleasing as the wired variants.

@goodboyringo9716 Год назад

All I can do is watch the video because at SLR $8,000 - $13,000 It's over the moon for a bike. If I didn't have a strong heart I'd have a stroke looking at the price tag. Thanks for the video.

@timrooke9344 Год назад

Great review.You added a 10-36 cassette but kept the derailleur it came with which I presume is the one rated 10-33 ?

@GravelCyclist Год назад

Hello Tim, yes, I added a 10-36, no changes to the derailleur, or the chain for that matter. Clearly there is a little wiggle room over what is recommended, but your results may vary... always check on the workstand first.

@KentS. 8 месяцев назад

When cycling in wet conditions make sure to dry out the storage area in the downtube. The toolbag will be wet soaked and the metal stuff will start to rust.

@sirvince7853 Год назад

Great review! For 2023, I plan to dip my toe into Gravel riding. What breed is Tuesday? I got a dog from the pound that looks like Tuesday, his name is Norman after Storming Norman Schwarzkopf one of the greatest modern-day Generals.

@GravelCyclist Год назад

Thank you! Storming Norman, an absolute legend, I remember 1991 so well. According to intel from the pound my GF collected her Tuesday from, she is a rat terrier mix.

@simonhallgbduathlete Год назад

I was looking at a gravel bike most of my riding on roads and was thinking that a Domane could be a better investment as looks like it's pretty good on gravel and therefore you're getting to for the price of one.

@GravelCyclist Год назад

A solid choice for sure 👌

@jevgeniardassov Год назад

Looking at specs, there is about a 1 kilo difference between 5k and 13k bike. Yes the groupset is a premium. But I bet You can get a 5k version, add another 2,5k and get very same results. Also to get the reach I want I need a 58cm frame which is just too big for me.

@user-us9yk4kl2s Год назад

whack a longer stem on it then?...

@alandoss9352 Год назад

I'm a 58cm frame in my Checkpoint and a 56cm in my older Cannondale Dura-Ace Six13. Both bikes came stock with 110cm stems. 6 feet tall with longish arms and added a Zipp SL Aluminum stem in the 130mm size and couldn't be happier.100$ or 230$ for the carbon version.

@rayF4rio Год назад

Hey GC - I just ordered a Time ADHX full Red AXS Wide with ZIpp 303FC, for more than $2000 less than that Trek. Watched your vid of the ADHX and that help me pull the trigger, so thanks! Is the Trek AXS Wide or normal? Curious about any noticeable extra width at the crank. I also got the 36T RD as shown there. But primarily I ride road - very rough roads in the Philippines; and in MN, Near Hastings where you were visiting. Also, what sealant do you recommend if riding on GP5000STR 32mm, at about 55psi. The bike is coming with Stans already in the tires.

@GravelCyclist Год назад

Hey there, firstly, congrats on the Time ADHX purchase! The AXS on this particular Trek is the regular variant. The giveaway for Wide is the 43/30 chainring ratio pairing. If you're sensitive to Q factor, you can always try the short axle version of the Shimano XTR 9100 series pedal, it's my go to pedal. High pressure sealant is pretty tricky, I've had a mixed bag of luck with road application, but I stick with Orange Seal Endurance. It has worked well for say staples / nails, but a sidewall cut on a roadie tyre I find is usually the death of it. I've cut up way too many roadie tubeless tyres on the sidewall being a dumbar$e, riding mixed surface roads on 25's / 28's!

@roadglide Год назад

Orange seal.

@rafdegreve Год назад

what it the name and brand of that top tub bag please? is that fixed on the tube with screws?

@GravelCyclist Год назад

Dark Speed Works, available in fixed with screws or strap to frame. Tell them you saw it on Gravel Cyclist 😄👌

@slayermtb_7848 Год назад

Hey Jayson, how tall are you and what is your inseam? Thanks and great review , very helpful with my current purchase decision

@GravelCyclist Год назад

Hey there, a smidge under 5'11", 32". Pay close attention to your saddle height, I had to use the longer seatpost and was close to the limit. What size are you looking at?

@slayermtb_7848 Год назад

@@GravelCyclist thanks for the response 5’8 30.5 inseam , I’m torn between the SLR and RSL model and most likely will go with a small. I like an aggressive fit as well ! 🍻

@GravelCyclist Год назад

Nice, sounds like you're looking at the size 52 aka 53.0cm top tube.

@abderra18 Год назад

For mosty gravel & occasional road wouldn't the Checkpoint SLR 7 + road wheels have been a better option?

@GravelCyclist Год назад

This was a review bike, I didn't have a choice in the bike that was sent to me. If you're looking for a legit gravel bike from Trek, the Checkpoint is the bike for sure. With that said, the Domane SLR is no slouch, just less tyre clearance.

@joeminer989 Год назад

I have a domane frame I'm building up and the bike shop is saying they can't put spacers above the stem. I see that you have spacers above the stem how has that worked out for you?

@GravelCyclist Год назад

Hi Joe, these are not the stock spacers, they are two round spacers to prevent the stem from bottoming out, which I have slammed. The shop is correct in that you cannot use the two piece Trek spacers above the stem. The stem hasn't budged / loosened off in any way, and you saw how I rode the bike :)

@joeminer989 Год назад

@@GravelCyclist thanks for the reply. I asked the shop about using standard round spacers and they were saying it's not permitted which seems crazy.

@GravelCyclist Год назад

@@joeminer989 Below, that's a definite, due to how the brake housings run through the headset cap, etc. You see it in my video, it works :)

@harrymurphey2634 4 месяца назад

... I purchased a White & Red 2013 Domane 5.2 Carbon , Ultegra 3X10, Rim Brakes w/ tubeless R2's, weighing @ 16 lbs 4 ozs ... just love it ... super smooth riding !!! BUT (!!!!) all the new bikes are COMPACT DOUBLES ... I will never own a Compact Double (my legs hate them !!!!) ... so I will pedal my Gen 1 "5.2" awhile longer ....

@GravelCyclist 4 месяца назад

Check out all of the 1x bikes nowadays, your legs will truly hate those, and the ultra annoying gaps between each gear, particularly with the wider ratio cassettes!

@RicardoRocha-lg1xo Год назад

So many proprietary parts… it’s lovely but no thanks. My Domane ALR is more than I’ll ever need and compatible with all sorts of aftermarket components. I’d also happily give away the IsoSpeed in return for a quieter bike and less maintenance.

@hansschotterradler3772 Год назад

Can't go wrong with the ALR version. A little less tire clearance compared to the carbon version though.

@GravelCyclist Год назад

I'm happy to say this bike has been 100% noise free thus far.

@RicardoRocha-lg1xo Год назад

@@hansschotterradler3772 indeed… it’s less of a do-it-all, but as a road bike it’s just *chef’s kiss*

@RicardoRocha-lg1xo Год назад

@@GravelCyclist update: mine has produced more noises from the seatpost in the seattube than from the iso speed… buuuut a rigid frame reduces the potential noise sources and makes for easier living. Plus… mine has a rubber cover that keeps the seattube in place. Without it, the tube moves side to side… and I’m already on my second rubber thingy. My bike WILL be rendered useless sooner rather than later, unfortunately, as the spare is no longer in production

@hansschotterradler3772 Год назад

@@RicardoRocha-lg1xo I've been recommending the ALR version to beginner cyclists. I believe it gives them a comfortable road bike without breaking the bank. And you can easily upgrade it.

@hankhill3126 Год назад

Any thoughts on the AL5- how does it compare to the higher end versions?

@GravelCyclist Год назад

Hello Hank, sorry, I've had no exposure to that bike in person.

@TruthSpeaker1001 8 месяцев назад

AL-5 is 22-23lbs. I own one and ride 20-30 miles twice weekly. It’s a heavy but smooth riding bike. I average 16mph.

@housepfhoopz Год назад

hi thanks for the review wondering whats your saddle height im thinking of buying a 52cm vs a 54cm

@ekm3820 Год назад

I’m a size 52cm(5.7ft, 31 inseam) I had to get a long seat-post cos the short one was too short for me. My advice to you, have them give you a long seat post when you buy the bike.

@housepfhoopz Год назад

@@ekm3820 thank u

@djurciuko Год назад

@@ekm3820 Hey, I am solving same question. Looking forward to buy Domane in size 52 or 54. I am 5.7ft, 32 inseam. Smaller sounds better to me. Are you happy with 52? How is the fit? And what stem do you use?

@ekm3820 Год назад

@@djurciuko 52 is perfect for your height. I’m loving mine. No issues just don’t forget to get a longer seat post.

@rotten8000 5 месяцев назад

what is that bag on the frame? Can someone send a link to this bag or something similar?

@GravelCyclist 5 месяцев назад

Dark Speed Works - darkspeedworks.com - Tell them you saw the bag on the Gravel Cyclist YT channel.

@joeyquintana8916 Год назад

That bike is the one 4 me lol. Nice bike keep it moving.

@GravelCyclist Год назад

Hopefully you find one in stock, good luck!

@soloist777 Год назад

What model is the ebike LGC is riding? TIA.

@GravelCyclist Год назад

Hey Lorenzo, she is riding the top-tier Domane+ SLR 9. We have a review appearing of this very sweet bike appearing soon. The bike is also available in a less expensive specification.

@Mr.Scorpio79 Год назад

Great video, wheels carbon?

@GravelCyclist Год назад

Yes, the stock Bontrager RSL 37 on this build.

@justsomedude7556 Год назад

I hated the Gen 3 front IsoSpeed, it made the ride feeling so dead. I got a Gen 4 and absolutely love the much improved ride quality. Such an improvement

@GravelCyclist Год назад

Hey Just Some Dude! I heard the Gen 3 front end felt like a loose headset, so I am glad to hear Gen 4 losing front Isospeed is a nice improvement (and weight reduction).

@justsomedude7556 Год назад

@@GravelCyclist That is a spot on definition I never thought of using, but yea, that.

@justsomedude7556 Год назад

I got my Gen 4 SLR 7 back in Nov and absolutely love it. Also enjoying the AXS versus the dI2 that I had been using on an older Domane. I think the bike rides so much better than the Gen 3.

@GravelCyclist Год назад

Nice one. I think the SLR 7 build for eTap or Di2 is possibly the pick of the build options for this bike.

@vigneshie Год назад

Hi, what do you prefer about the Gen 4 compared to Gen 3? I am torn between the two.

@DarrinAbby Год назад

Looks like it could be a great rig for SBT Gravel as well as various Gran Fondo's

@whistlerrealestate1 Год назад

Question: If I got the lower tier 105 Di2 version of the 2023 Domane would I end up having trouble keeping the chain from skipping off on gravel? I know that the non-GRX Shimano rear derailleurs don't have a clutch. Not talking crazy gravel here - just smooth-ish gravel...

@GravelCyclist Год назад

Hey there, I've ridden thousands of miles on all manner of gravel sans clutch, you'll have no problems. As an FYI, I am currently long-term reviewing the new Ultegra 12-Speed Di2 which is also sans clutch, it has been running just fine no clutch, etc, on the mixed-surfaced roads less travelled. Good luck!

@whistlerrealestate1 Год назад

@@GravelCyclist Thanks - in your experience, will the Ultegra Di2 8150 rear derailleur work with an 11-36 cassette or is it maxed out with 11-34?

@GravelCyclist Год назад

@@whistlerrealestate1 I have not had a suitable 11-36 12-speed cassette to try this with, but I would suspect a turn or two of the b-screw (always do small adjustments) would solve this problem easily.

@EliotBay Год назад

good review, really nice bike. Now PLEASE slide the dang saddle fwd at least 1/2 inch for crying out loud, thanks!

@GravelCyclist Год назад

Look everyone, an internet bike fitting expert!

@MrTeff999 11 месяцев назад

You had me going until you said $13,000. That’s the price of a new sport bike, half the price of a new car, and double the price of some of the bikes that the pros rode in the Tour de France.

@GravelCyclist 11 месяцев назад

The good news is, the next spec down, while still expensive, is close to $8K I believe.

@rudyelizondo1935 Год назад

Great vid but you lost me at $13k, no bike is worth that money, not even an electric bike man.

@GravelCyclist Год назад

Other $$$ prices, top-tier Specialized Diverge STR is $14K, and I spotted a limited run Bianchi at Sea Otter earlier this year, $19K.

@JohnPerales Год назад

buy it and tell everyone you only spent 1k LOL.

@gonzalezgaraypablo Год назад

beautiful bike. But the price is amazingly stupid.

@rafdegreve Год назад

I am also looking for a new bike and checking brands. I am completely dazzled by how many normal hobby cyclists can buy/have nowadays these kind of bikes going up to 7000 Euros???? Also normal non-prof cyclists have full carbon wheels on top high-end bikes etc... stunning...