Trek Domane SL 7 Gen 3

The 2022 "Domane SL 7 Gen 3" model from Trek is a high-quality road bike that stands out for its advanced technology and excellent specifications. Priced at 6,299 EUR, it is aimed at discerning riders who value performance and comfort. The frame is made from 500 Series OCLV Carbon and features the front and rear IsoSpeed system, which absorbs vibrations and thus enhances riding comfort. The frame also offers an integrated storage compartment, a tapered head tube and internal cable routing. The 3S chain guide, DuoTrap S compatibility, mudguard eyelets and flat-mount disc brake mounts round off the design. The rear thru-axle measures 142 x 12 mm.

The maximum load capacity is 125 kg, whilst the bike itself weighs just 8 kg, making it a lightweight yet robust companion. The Shimano Ultegra hydraulic disc brakes, featuring Shimano MT800, Centre Lock disc mounts and 160 mm diameter discs at the front and rear, ensure reliable braking performance in all conditions.

The drivetrain consists of high-quality Shimano components, including the Shimano Ultegra R8170 Di2 12-speed shifters, the Shimano Ultegra R8150 Di2 derailleur (solder-on version) and the Shimano Ultegra R8100 crankset with 50/34 teeth and a crank arm length of 175 mm. The Shimano Ultegra R8100 cassette offers a 12-speed range of 11–34.

The Domane SL’s fork is made from carbon and features a tapered head tube and internal brake lines. It is fitted with mudguard eyelets and a flat-mount disc brake mount, and uses a 12 x 100 mm thru-axle. The Bontrager Elite IsoZone VR-CF aluminium handlebars, with a width of 44 cm, offer internal Di2 cable routing and ergonomic comfort. The Bontrager Pro stem is Blendr-compatible and has a length of 110 mm with a 7-degree angle.

The Bontrager R3 tyres, sized 700 x 32, offer good grip and comfort on a wide variety of surfaces. The Bontrager Aeolus Pro 3V wheelset is made from OCLV carbon, is tubeless-ready and has an inner width of 25 mm. The thru-axles measure 100 x 12 mm at the front and 142 x 12 mm at the rear.

The Bontrager Verse Comp saddle, with steel rails and a width of 145 mm, and the Bontrager seatpost with an internal carbon seat tower and integrated rear light mount offer additional comfort. The packaging dimensions are 21 mm wide, 119 mm high and 189 mm long.

The frame geometry comprises a reach of 38 mm, a stack of 63 mm, a seat tube length of 57 mm, a top tube length of 58 mm, a head tube angle of 72 degrees, a seat tube angle of 73 degrees, a head tube length of 22 mm, a chainstay length of 42 mm, a standover height of 82 mm and a wheelbase of 103 mm.

The Trek Domane SL 7 Gen 3 is therefore a well-designed road bike that impresses in terms of both comfort and performance, and is ideal for long rides across a wide variety of terrains.