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    2023 Trek Domane SLR 9.9 - Side View
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    One Bike for All: 2023 Trek Domane SL and SLR

    Jason MitchellBy Jason MitchellSeptember 8, 20222 Comments3 Mins Read

    We saw it at the 2022 Paris-Roubaix and it was even ridden to the top step of the podium by Trek-Segafredo rider, Elisa Longo Borghini. There were spy shots galore, but now it’s finally out of the shadows and into garages everywhere. The 4th-generation Trek Domane SL and SLR has taken a page from the Madone SLR and gone on a diet while also getting the aero treatment. But, don’t let me get ahead of myself… the new Domane SL and SLR is still a smooth ride on all things pavement and even into light gravel territory.

    2023 Trek Domane SLR 9.9 Dura-Ace - Angle View
    The Dura-Ace Project One Domane SLR 9.9.

    As I look back at the evolution of the Domane, I’ve had the opportunity to ride the first and second-generation Domane models (Gen 1, Gen 2) over the past ten years. The third-generation bike still featured IsoSpeed front and rear and gravel tire clearance, but it had gotten a little heavy, which made it feel less lively. For 2023, Trek put the Domane on a full-on diet while also bringing in aerodynamic touches which turn it into a truly modern all-day performance bike platform.

    2023 Trek Domane SLR 9.9 - Tire Clearance
    38mm official tire clearance on the Domane clears it for fast gravel duty.

    All that optimization results in a 300g weight reduction and eliminates the front IsoSpeed while greatly simplifying the rear IsoSpeed. As a bonus, moving the IsoSpeed placement allows for a more consistent ride feel across all sizes. The truth is, wide, tubeless tires and rims basically killed the front IsoSpeed and Trek is confident it’s for the better.

    2023 Trek Domane SLR 9.9 - Cockpit View
    Aero shapes and smart internal routing still allows fit adjustments.

    Aerodynamic shapes are still uncommon among endurance bikes, so Trek adding Kammtail shapes throughout puts the 2023 Domane into rare territory. Comfortable, light and aerodynamic adds up to a triple-threat and should solidify the Domane as Trek’s top-seller.

    2023 Trek Domane SLR Internal Storage
    Kiss that saddle bag goodbye with internal storage.

    First Impressions

    We have the 2023 Trek Domane SLR 9 eTap in for review, so stay tuned for long-term thoughts (Read our Domane SLR 9 AXS Gen 4 review). After just 50 miles, all of Trek’s claims are holding true. The Domane is confident, fast, light and smooth. It will be a hard time imagining a better endurance bike on the market and almost all Strava PR’s are now on notice.

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    A native of the Pacific Northwest, Jason quickly developed a love for the outdoors and a thing for mountains. That infatuation continues as he founded this site in 1999 -- sharing his love of road biking, mountain biking, trail running and skiing. That passion is channeled into every article or gear review he writes. Utah's Wasatch Mountains are his playground.

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    2 Comments

    1. Craig Whittle on September 21, 2022 7:31 pm

      Hey Jason,
      How would you rate the new Domane to the 3T Exploro RaceMax 2x setup?
      Are these 2 bikes similar both being good on road & gravel which one do you prefer?

      Reply
    2. Jason Mitchell on September 22, 2022 9:04 pm

      Hey Craig, good question. I haven’t yet ventured into gravel on the Domane SLR, but I will soon. Thinking about both of those bikes, there are actually some similarities (versatile, capable, aero, comfortable), but I wouldn’t quite put them in the same category. With the Exploro RaceMax, you can clear larger tires, of course, and it’s not quite as racy on the road. I’m honestly surprised by just how hard and fast I can push the Domane on the road.

      So, yes, you could get some gravel tires on the Domane, but it’s not going to supplant a gravel bike like the RaceMax. You need to ask yourself how much you will be riding gravel and road on each one. If it’s going to at least be 50/50, I’d go with the RaceMax, but if it’s like 70/30, the Domane should do just fine.

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