Domane SLR opinions
06-21-17, 10:08 AM
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I can't speak to the idea of stiffness or compliance, but I used to have the Aeolus 5s (50mm "deep") and had a lot of issues with crosswinds (also in the upper 190# range like you). Switching to the Aeolus 3s (30mm "deep") I haven't seen nearly as many problems with crosswind.
06-21-17, 10:24 AM
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I can't speak to the idea of stiffness or compliance, but I used to have the Aeolus 5s (50mm "deep") and had a lot of issues with crosswinds (also in the upper 190# range like you). Switching to the Aeolus 3s (30mm "deep") I haven't seen nearly as many problems with crosswind.
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06-21-17, 12:10 PM
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Gary, first things first, the new Domane is absolutely beautiful!
I also ride my November Rail's (52mm) in some crazy breezes and find the shape to be just fine in the wind.
I remember you having another Trek Project One prior to the new Domane, what happened to that one?
I also ride my November Rail's (52mm) in some crazy breezes and find the shape to be just fine in the wind.
I remember you having another Trek Project One prior to the new Domane, what happened to that one?
06-21-17, 07:40 PM
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Gary, first things first, the new Domane is absolutely beautiful!
I also ride my November Rail's (52mm) in some crazy breezes and find the shape to be just fine in the wind.
I remember you having another Trek Project One prior to the new Domane, what happened to that one?
I also ride my November Rail's (52mm) in some crazy breezes and find the shape to be just fine in the wind.
I remember you having another Trek Project One prior to the new Domane, what happened to that one?
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06-22-17, 08:46 AM
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Thanks Robby. I have never had a Project One but maybe one of these days. The new Madone keeps yelling my name. My previous bike was a Emonda SLR8. It was a great bike but just wanted to try something different this year. To be honest I am not sure which bike I prefer more and that says alot about the Emonda as the Domane is pretty brilliant.
I've been incredibly happy with my 1st gen Domane, I can only imagine that the new versions are even better. Similarly though I had a great 30 mile demo ride on an Emonda SLR and really enjoyed it.
Love the new bike, next up you'll need to go DI2! Ride safe
06-25-17, 07:36 AM
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Could light touring be done with this bike? Would a 20-30lbs seatbag (apidura) have a negative effect on the ride quality due to movement with the rear iso speed decoupler?
Can't get any answers from Trek.
Can't get any answers from Trek.
06-25-17, 01:21 PM
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Absolutely great for a tourer. Isospeed on the SLR can be tuned not only for rider weight but payload. As you load it up, you bring the isospeed adjustment slider upward, thereby reducing the flexure of the seat post. Even comes with fittings for fenders.
06-25-17, 04:35 PM
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I see that option with the SLR only. I wonder if it would be an issue for the SL, with no option to adjust... On the other hand, this might be justification for buying the SLR!
06-25-17, 09:55 PM
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I am running ENVE SES 4.5 AR wheels that only accept tubeless ready tires. However, I am running my tires with inner tubes in them for convenience. I run a 28c Schwalbe Pro One tire (which is 31.7mm wide when installed). I run them at around 60psi and have not had a single flat, therefore I do not have any urgency about going tubeless. I really like the compliance, handling, and traction of this wheel tire combo. I ride them on rural roads which can be very poor condition, but rarely gravel.
Bike came with 32c Bontragers...the 28c Pro Ones are about the same width. My stock rims are outfitted with 28c Conti GP4000s...these offer as much comfort as I am looking for on road surfaces...I personally wouldn't go 32c unless I was on gravel...28C is wonderful.
Bike came with 32c Bontragers...the 28c Pro Ones are about the same width. My stock rims are outfitted with 28c Conti GP4000s...these offer as much comfort as I am looking for on road surfaces...I personally wouldn't go 32c unless I was on gravel...28C is wonderful.
06-26-17, 03:37 AM
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One more quick question for you. I'm about to order some 28mm wide Carbon wheels and I can get them in 38mm, 45mm or 58mm deep. I believe your Enve are 49mm front and 55mm rear depth. Are you happy with that depth rims or do you ever wish they were shallower? I'm trying to decide between a couple options: 38mm front/45mm rear, 45mm front and back or 45mm front/58mm back. I plan to run the same Schwalbe Pro One 28c as you and I may likely run them tubeless. The weight difference is minimal. Where I ride the winds are usually calm unless a front is moving through and I split my time between Brevard, NC (hilly) and Clearwater Beach, FL (flat). Thanks!
