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bikes2 hours ago•140 min saved

Trek Domane Gen 5 Abandons IsoSpeed for a lighter, tyre-friendly ride

Trek unveils the fifth-generation Domane, dropping the IsoSpeed comfort system to shave weight and simplify the frame. The new Domane uses bigger tyre clearance (up to 40mm), a lighter frame (SLR frames around 835g), and a new 27.2mm round seatpost plus a 20mm-rise handlebar to boost comfort and ride quality. Prices span from roughly $2,400 for the base Domane SL to $11,499 for top SRAM Red/XPLR builds, with Trek noting improved pedalling stiffness and reduced vibration. Early ride impressions describe the Gen 5 as light, responsive, and notably comfortable, while IsoSpeed remains serviceable on older bikes.

via Cyclingnews|

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technology1 day ago•4 min saved

Trek Domane Gen 5 returns to basics, trimming 305 g by dropping IsoSpeed

Trek’s Domane Gen 5 trims about 305 g by dropping IsoSpeed and in-frame storage, relying on a revised carbon layup, a round seatpost, and 40 mm tyre clearance to preserve comfort. The lighter frame and fork enable six sizes and builds from 900 Series to 500 Series, with top models around 6.63 kg, a 20 mm rise cockpit for a more upright endurance ride, and no in-frame storage but extra bag mounts; 35 mm tyres are supported, balancing aero and rolling resistance. Pricing spans the range from entry SL to high-end SLR models as Trek positions it as a lighter, more affordable all-road carbon option.

via BikeRadar|

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