Trek Domane AL 2 Gen 3

The "Domane AL 2 Gen 3" model from Trek, released in 2022, is a road bike that stands out for its high-quality technical specifications and attractive value for money. The price for this model is 974 EUR.

The frame of the Domane AL 2 Gen 3 is made from 100 Series Alpha Aluminium and features a tapered head tube, internal cable routing, mudguard eyelets and DuoTrap S compatibility. The flat-mount disc brake mounts and the 142 x 12 mm axle provide additional stability and safety. The bike’s maximum load capacity is 125 kg, whilst its kerb weight is around 10 kg.

The braking system consists of Tektro C550 mechanical 2-piston disc brakes at both the front and rear, with a disc diameter of 160 mm. These brakes provide reliable stopping power and control in a variety of riding situations.

The gears are operated by Shimano Claris ST-R2000 shift levers, which allow for 8-speed shifting. The front derailleur is a Shimano Claris R2000, mounted on a 31.8 mm clamp. The crankset is a Shimano RS200 with a compact gear ratio of 50/34 and a crank arm length of 175 mm. The cassette is a Shimano HG31, CS-HG31 with an 11–32 tooth range for the 8-speed drivetrain. The drivetrain is completed by a Shimano Sora HG71 chain.

The Domane AL 2 Gen 3’s fork is made of carbon and features a tapered aluminium steerer tube, internal brake cable routing, mudguard eyelets, a flat-mount disc brake mount and a 12x100 mm thru-axle.

The handlebars are aluminium Bontrager Comp VR-C with a width of 42 cm, a reach of 100 mm and a drop of 124 mm. The stem is a Bontrager Elite with a clamp diameter of 31.8 mm, Blendr compatibility, a 7-degree angle and a length of 100 mm. The integrated FSA headset has sealed cartridge bearings and measures 1 1/8" at the top and 1.5" at the bottom.

The tyres are Bontrager R1 Hard-Case Lite with a wire bead, a thread count of 60 TPI and a size of 700 x 32C. The wheelset consists of Bontrager Affinity Disc rims, which are tubeless-ready and have an internal width of 21 mm. The front hub is an aluminium Formula RX-512 with a 6-hole disc mount and a 100 x 12 mm thru-axle. The rear hub is a Formula RX-14.

The saddle is a Bontrager Verse Comp with steel rails and a width of 145 mm. The seatpost is made from Bontrager Comp aluminium (6061) with a diameter of 27.2 mm, an offset of 8 mm and a length of 330 mm.

In terms of geometry, the bike has a seat tube length of 52 mm, a top tube length of 55 mm, a head tube angle of 72 degrees, a seat tube angle of 73 degrees, a head tube length of 18 mm, a chainstay length of 42 mm, a standover height of 78 mm and a wheelbase of 102 mm.

The packaging dimensions are 24 mm wide, 73 mm high and 133 mm long. The reach is 38 mm and the stack is 59 mm.

In summary, the Trek Domane AL 2 Gen 3 offers a solid spec for beginners and intermediate riders looking for a reliable and comfortable road bike.