Originally Posted by
teejaywhy
colnago62, whose post I quoted.
I think you got confused because he used 'except' rather than 'accept'. I believe he meant to say "it will accept 32c with fenders" and since fenders usually reduce the size of tire you can put on, the reasonable deduction is it can fit larger than 32c without fenders.
Also one can go here:
https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/domane/ to see the relevant pieces of information such as:
and there’s more than enough clearance to run wide rubber (up to 38c) that rolls fastest over rough terrain.
and
The frame has clearance for tires up to 38c and every model is equipped with disc brakes that keep you riding confidently even in the rough.