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A Review Of My Trek Domane AL 2 Disc

Trek domane al 2 disc road bike review.

• Final rating

For those who are on a budget and looking to get into road cycling, choosing the Trek Domane AL 2 would be a wise choice as it will offer reliability, comfort as well as speed.

• Budget friendly
• comfortable ride
• needed very little servicing
• weight limit
• vibrations on bumpier ground

User Review

Introduction.

I’m back with another cycling-related blog post and this time I’m reviewing my very own road bike, the Trek Domane AL2.

I purchased this bike in early 2020 and have had the pleasure of riding 1000’s of miles on it through some of the most scenic routes in mid-Wales . I wanted to share my experiences of riding this bike with you so you can read an honest review which may help you decide whether this bike could be the one for you.

At the time of purchase, this was the very first road bike I’d ever purchased as I’d been predominantly into off-road riding up to that time, although I did have a hybrid which I used for some road cycling.

The Covid pandemic changed everything in the world of cycling; for the first time ever the roads we clear, the weather was superb and the days were long with plenty of time to get on the open road – what better opportunity to rack up the miles on the road bike, especially with many other sports out of the question due to the rules at the time.

Features of the Trek Domane AL 2

Here are what I consider to be the most important features of the Trek Domane AL 2:

In my experience of owning this bike for a number of years, the components have mostly all been great. Here is a breakdown of what I’ve experienced so far:

Frame: As expected, no issues whatsoever and still to this day after many hours of riding, even through the testing Welsh weather it is still looking great, albeit with a few scratches.

Weight and weight limits: The Trek Domane AL2 feels light compared to all the other bikes I’ve ever ridden and this definitely shows on some of the local climbs.

Brakes: The brakes are still performing brilliantly and offer great reliability in all conditions.

Handlebar tape: This was one aspect that I found slightly disappointing with the bike, after not so much riding I had to change the handlebar tape as it had become loose.

Tyres: Great tyres which have offered solid performance across many roads, steep climbs and fast descents.

Chain and cassette: The Trek Domane AL 2 has offered some of the smoothest shifting I’ve ever experienced and still continues to do so to this day.

Some of the great things I’ve found about the Trek Domane AL 2

So, what have I found to be some of the best features of the Trek Domane AL 2?

Having a predominantly mountain biking background where you are sat in a more upright position, I was worried about the switch to the different posture needed for road cycling.

Whilst it did take some getting used to, the geometry of the Trek Domane AL 2 has offered comfort on rides.

I think the Trek Domane AL 2 was a great purchase for the price I paid for it, and even to this day it is still a fantastic price when you consider the amount of price rises in recent times.

I often like to track value for money against the amount of miles I complete in a year – this year I’ve managed a lower total of around 1200, but that still makes the cost less than £1 a mile!

Reliability

The Trek Domane AL 2 has never let me down. From short rides of under 10 miles to long rides of over 50 miles this bike has always delivered amazing performance and I’ve never had to worry about whether I’ll make it home.

DuoTrap S compatibility

Although I’ve never taken advantage of this feature you are able to connect a Bluetooth speed and cadence sensor to track performance via a compatible device. I had something similar on an old hybrid bike which I used to use for Zwifting and these are a good option if you are looking to track performance.

Low servicing need

After all the miles I’ve completed on this bike I’ve only taken it back to the bike shop for one full service. I think this shows how well the bike is put together and designed to cope with high mileage.

Additional features of the Trek Domane AL 2

There are a couple of additional features on the Trek Domane AL 2 which can be utilised if needed:

• The bike arrives without pedals as standard giving you the freedom to choose which pedals best suit your style.
• The Trek is built with long-distance and comfort in mind meaning you can be sure to feel as comfortable at the end of a long ride as you did at the start.
• There is also options to add additional items such as mud guards and saddle bags.

Current cost of the Trek Domane AL 2 Gen 3

Not that I’m in the market for another road bike at the moment, but the Trek Domane AL 2 Gen 3 is currently priced at around £900, which I think makes it excellent value for money.

You’d be able to pick up an older model or second hand Trek Domane for much less than this, and providing the second hand model is in good condition you can expect hours of cycling enjoyment.

Does it look good?

Take a look at my pictures below and make up your own mind, but I think the model I chose looks fantastic, and I’ve had quite a few compliments over the years on how good it looks. I personally love the colours but I did remove the orange reflectors!

A round up of the pros and cons of the Trek Domane AL 2

• Budget friendly – a great value bike for anyone, but especially for those looking to get into road cycling
• A very reliable bike which will enable you to complete many worry-free miles
• The Trek Domane has good geometry for a comfortable ride.
• My Trek Domane has been super reliable and has needed very little servicing since new.
• 125kg weight limit could be problematic if you plan to attach heavy baggage to the bike for touring rides.
• The rider can feel some vibrations through the handlebars on bumpier ground.
• Only suitable on road surfaces.

Final rating and conclusion

I’m giving the Trek Domane AL 2 a solid 4.5/5 final rating as this bike has performed solidly for many miles, across a variety of different mid-Wales courses.

For those who are on a budget or looking to get into road cycling, choosing the Trek Domane AL 2 would be a wise choice as it will offer reliability, comfort as well as speed, a bike that is suited to climbing and options for modifying to suit the riders needs.

I haven’t regretted purchasing my Trek Domane AL 2 at all and I’m looking forward to many more miles, once the weather has improved a little bit – in the meantime I’ll head back to Zwift!

Mike is an experienced road cyclist and mountain biker and splits his time between the two disciplines. In his spare time he can often be found tackling the big hills and mountains of mid-Wales, attempting to beat his previous times

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Trek Domane AL2 Disc

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• Start date 21 Dec 2020

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dave r said: That looks neat, for £800 I'd expect it to be further up the food chain then claris, but I presume it'll all works as it should and it can be upgraded as things wear out. Click to expand...

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T4tomo said: I'd sort the cable sooner rather than later, a bit of frayed cable inside a shifter can cause problems, not to mention the fact that of one thing on your bike you need to work reliably is the brakes..... Click to expand...

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I've already started looking for upgrades for the AL3 and i only collected it yesterday lol  

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vickster said: Not these days unfortunately on a branded bike Click to expand...

dave r said: The Merida Speeder 300 I was looking at earlier, now out of stock, is Tiagra for around £875. https://www.tredz.co.uk/.Merida-Speeder-300-2021-Hybrid-Sports-Bike_230773.htm Click to expand...

jowwy said: but only the front and rear mech - the rest is just generic shimano its also a flat bar road bike so brakes and shifters are of the cheaper end........i think those breaks can be had for £25 and the shifters around the same price.........you wouldn't get tiagra hydraulic brakes and shifters for less than £350 on a drop bar road bike casing point - the AL3 is sora for 995.....the next is the AL4 and thats hydraulic disc brakes and thats circa £1500 Click to expand...

dave r said: According to the spec given on the site the brakes are hydraulic, either Shimano BR-MT200 or Tektro HD-M275, shifters and mechs are both Tiagra, its 2 x 10 speed and to me it looks like a good package for the price, Click to expand...

jowwy said: But its not all tiagra which is what you stated originally........your getting a mix and match groupset and not a full tiagra groupset. its like saying the spec us dura ace but you only get the mechs and not the crankset, brakes, shifters and cables...... Click to expand...

jowwy said: .your getting a mix and match groupset and not a full tiagra groupset. Click to expand...

T4tomo said: ...only because Tiagra flat bar hydraulic disc brakes don't exist, everything else is Tiagra, so its not really mix and match. It also shows how we get a bit ripped of on drop bars (flat bar shifters are maybe cheaper to produce being inherently simpler) or maybe its a Merida vs Trek thing, as for similar money, the merida gets hydro disc brakes and Tiagra vs tektro mechanical discs and Sora Click to expand...

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Mixed groupset but modern thru axles, not ancient QR's. Pay your money take your choice  

jowwy said: Crankset is also not tiagra or the bottom bracket or the wheel hubs...........so yes it is a mix and match also the merida is a flatbar......price up hydraulic drisc brakes and shifters for a drop bar and see what the cost is??? And the merida is NOT getting full tiagra, were as the Trek is full sora.....sora mechs, sora cranks, sora shifters, shimano BB, but they dont do sora discs, so they get tektro. come on its not rocket science to see where the merida has scrimp on components to meet the 800+ cost. Click to expand...

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Domane AL 2, upgrade brake pads or replace the whole pads and calipers with 105?

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Its a good bike but the stock brakes are pretty bad. Should I just replace the stock pads with shimano pads or should I replace the whole brakes with 105 brakes? What would be the benefit of replacing the whole brakes instead of just the brake pads?  

Pads won't make much of an improvement when you have cheap flexy calipers. I'd go with a set of 105 or Ultegra. You can usually find a set used on ebay for a good price. You should see a noticeable improvement.  

I'd start with just the pads and see what happens and make sure the brakes are set up right while you are at it.  

Have you inspected the pads? Are they glazed over? I'd go in this order: - Inspect the pads for debris, glazing, etc. - pick out any debris (tiny shards, etc.) with a needle, and scuff the pads with sandpaper or a rat tail file AND make sure the brakes are set up properly - Replace the pads - Replace the brakes with 6800 Ultegra (can't speak to the 105s of that era - but the 6800 brakes are phenomenal)  

The only potential snag I see is the brake style... I can't tell, but are those medium/long reach calipers (necessary for larger tires)? They look like it from the front end photo on trek.com (assuming that's a 28mm tire), and if that's the case, 5800/6800 won't work. You'll need the R650 or something from TRP/Tektro/etc. The issue there is that the longer brake arms are going to flex more, which may be what's going on. I have a set of TRP 957s, and they work very well, but are over 2x what 5800s cost. If they're short reach, per eBay, pads are $15 and a set of 5800 brakes is about $50. For $35, I'd just go with the brakes. As has been mentioned, they're going to be stiffer (which means more of your lever squeeze goes into slowing you down and not distorting the caliper). Another tip for better braking: some people prefer spiral cable housings for brakes (not sure why), but I always use compressionless brake housing... improved feel and a huge reduction in squishiness.  

This too! Great Information!!!  

I own a Domane SLR with the Trek brand brakes/calipers, these brakes are nothing to brag about, they suck. The Shimano 6800's-Ultgra brakes are a radical improvement over the Trek brand and are the best rim brakes I have ever used. (Sorry I have no experience with the 105's). Luckily I live in a relatively flat area, if I lived back in the Burg, the Trek brakes would have been a thing of the past.  

Will the ultegra brakes work on my bike? On wiggle's website it says " Must be used in conjunction with super SLR levers for correct leverage ratio"  

nah, Shimano calipers will work fine, and you even need Ultegra level, 105 calipers will do just fine.  

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Trek Domane AL 2 review

In these days of ever-increasing bike prices, Trek’s entry-level Domane is still refreshingly affordable

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Great handling; excellent component specification; willing ride

The handlebar can transmit vibration at high tyre pressures on rough stuff

The class-leading Domane has always been the wild child in Trek’s triumvirate of road bikes whose names are all anagrams of each other. Shortlisted for our 2022 Budget Bike of the Year award , the AL 2 offers impressive handling and spec at an entry-level price.

Forever searching for alternate lines, not phased by rough surfaces, and with the ability to conquer almost anything, the Domane was one of the first really effective endurance bikes .

Far from the World Tour’s Paris-Roubaix winning rigs, this Domane AL 2 promises elements of those bikes’ performance at a very realistic price. Is it just marketing, or does it really work?

Trek Domane AL 2 specifications

The Domane AL 2’s frame is built from Trek’s 100 Series aluminium tubes, which include some hydroformed profiles. It’s Trek’s lowest grade of aluminium tube, as you’d expect on an entry-level road bike , but shows obvious design care, and is welded neatly throughout.

The IsoSpeed carbon fork is designed to absorb a lot of road vibration up front, with a 27.2mm alloy seatpost and well-padded saddle at the rear.

To keep costs low, Trek fitted Shimano’s 8-speed Claris groupset, although the double chainset is substituted with a non-series RS200 item, and the brakes with some unbranded Lee Chi alloy dual-pivot calipers. The alloy handlebar and stem are from Bontrager, as are the TLR wheels and tyres.

Trek Domane AL 2 geometry

The Domane follows the evolved geometry trend for endurance bikes, which is that of slightly relaxed race machines.

The head angle on my 54cm example is 71.3 degrees, with a 73.7-degree seat angle. Head tube length is kept to a sporty 16cm, while the effective top tube length is 54.2cm.

The chainstays are 42cm, the wheelbase 101cm, and bottom-bracket drop is a stability-inducing 8cm, which all suggests that the Domane AL 2 has the essential qualities to calm stormy tarmac.

Trek Domane AL 2 ride impressions

An endurance bike is intended for all road types, although predominantly tarmac. With countless miles of roads and lanes to hand, where smooth surfaces were definitely the exception, I aimed the Domane at many of my tried-and-tested training routes.

I inflated the 25mm tyres to 75-80psi, which usually works well for my 78kg, and took in every sort of climb, slog and drag I could, as well as plenty of technical corners.

Trek has designed the Domane to fit most riders, whether they prefer to get long and low, or ride in a more commanding position. Since testing the very first Domane to arrive in the UK, I’ve always found them to be an ideal fit, straight out of the box. So it proved here, with all positional options easily achievable.

Unlike its loftier brethren, and particularly the carbon Domane range , the Domane AL 2 can only count on an IsoSpeed fork to help quell roughness.

The aluminium frame, although nicely constructed, has no elements that are designed to offer any IsoSpeed-like benefits. Instead, the rear of the bike relies on the classic 27.2mm alloy seatpost and a very plush saddle. The air volume of the 25mm tyres, which measure 27.5mm wide, helps further.

Up front, Bontrager’s alloy Comp VR-C handlebar and Elite stem are fairly standard fare, with a tough black finish and rounded drops.

The head tube mimics the shaping of the carbon Domane, and is satisfyingly, organically chunky.

All of the cables are routed externally, running beneath the down tube, and the rear brake cable angles pleasingly across beneath the flattened top tube from right to left, which gives it an ideal route from the left brake lever.

Casting an eye over the AL 2 exposes the groupset shortcuts, which help keep costs down.

The non-series RS200 chainset is pretty basic, and spins on a UN300 cartridge bottom bracket, with square tapered axle ends.

These are simple fit-and-forget items that can provide decent service, but their bearings are well inside the bottom bracket shell, and this narrow arrangement makes them prone to lateral play sooner than bottom brackets with more widely spaced bearings positioned on each side of the shell.

The Domane’s plain black dual-pivot rim brake calipers aren’t named on Trek’s component spec, but a check of the spare parts list shows them to be Lee Chi items.

From the lever, their action feels quite lively, but whatever Trek has used for the brake pads seems to be allergic to alloy rims, as they have no bite, just a very wooden feel with no pad compression or the ability to increase pressure and stop faster.

I didn’t get the chance to ride them in the wet, but I doubt that would improve their performance. Swapping the brakes would have been very easy and inexpensive, and it’s a shame Trek didn’t do exactly that.

In the very comfortable saddle, the Domane AL 2 showcases its bump-smoothing ability. Like oil calming a rough sea, it glides along, seemingly rolling across the surface.

If I was riding on 32mm or larger tyres at lower pressures, it would be easier to understand, but these are 25mm at normal road pressure. The higher-specced carbon Domanes amplify this effect much further, but finding this ride quality on an entry-level machine is impressive.

Anyone expecting a choppy ride on a budget aluminium frame will be blown away by the Domane AL 2.

Where the tarmac’s top surface coating has worn away, leaving uneven patches, or when it looks more washboard than A-road, the Domane rounds off the sharpness of the expected impact, keeping everything well under control.

The Shimano Claris levers have a very familiar feel, and are about as comfortable as most Shimano levers. Their shifting, across an eight-speed cassette, has less finesse than Shimano’s 10, 11 and 12-speed groupsets, but is still quite swift.

One downside of only having eight sprockets is larger jumps between some gears, which is inevitable with their 11-32 range. The front shifting performance is acceptable – it mainly does the job reliably, but occasionally needs a little coaxing not to get stuck mid-shift.

The gearing range is ideal for the Domane’s expected use, with a 50/34 compact chainset mated to that 11-32 cassette. Almost 1:1 low gearing on a reasonably swift road bike is quite generous, and 50x11 is big enough for most scenarios.

That relaxing ride quality translates to handling fun. It gives great confidence when cornering, descending and changing line to avoid obstructions. The Domane feels utterly stable, encouraging you to push a little harder, and the Bontrager tyres grip very well.

With a helpful breeze and friendly gradient, the Trek can really fly, but when the tables are turned, the Bontrager TLR wheelset shows its limitations.

On short drags, where I’m usually able to carry speed, until needing to stand up and power over the top, I found my approach speed was slower, and I’d have to change at least one gear before slogging over the crest.

They’re solid wheels that can be converted to tubeless for some puncture protection, but trying to muster a town sign sprint requires far more power than it should, and the resultant speed is underwhelming.

With mounts for full mudguards and a rear rack, this Domane could make an ideal winter bike or quick commuter , and there’s enough room for at least a 28mm tyre without mudguards.

Trek Domane AL 2 bottom line

Trek’s Domane AL2 has a lot to offer, especially at this price.

Its tidy frame and vibe-eating fork are a sound basis for a good bike, which overall the Trek is.

The groupset does its job well, but the non-series chainset and narrow cartridge bottom bracket let the side down, with some iffy shifts and axle deflection. And the less said about those rim brakes, the better.

The ride quality from 25mm tyres is impressive, and increasing volume would add comfort and a little grip. Adding speed would require a wheel upgrade , which is quite straightforward, but not essential.

Budget Bike of the Year 2022 | How we tested

Our 2022 Budget Bike of the Year testing was handled by regular BikeRadar contributors Simon Withers and Robin Wilmott – two highly-experienced testers who have reviewed dozens of road and gravel bikes at the budget end of the market over the years.

Testing involved long rides on favourite routes around Bath, as well as laps of rolling hills in Somerset. Unlike our more performance-focused categories, the best road bikes around £1,000 are also more likely to be used for commuting by bike and other errands.

With this in mind, we’ve paid close attention to how easy the bikes are to live with for day-to-day use and how they fare on urban jaunts.

Our 2022 Budget Bike of the Year contenders are:

• Boardman ADV 8.9
• Forme Monyash 2
• Giant Contend 1
• Trek Domane AL 2
• Triban RC 500

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Trek Domane AL 2 Review: High-End Endurance on a Budget

An affordable mid-range road bike for those looking to level up their weekend rides to something a bit more competitive.

The Domane AL 2 is a good bike for those looking for an introduction to competitive road racing. It may not have all the bells and whistles of an expensive road bike but provides everything needed to put some serious hours in on the tarmac.

You’ll struggle to find a road bike under $1,000 that comes equipped with the same quality parts and advanced frame geometry.

Trek Domane AL 2 Quick Overview

Main features, is trek domane al 2 worth the money, final verdict.

Overall, the Trek Domane AL 2 is an excellent introductory road bike for amateur riders looking to take their cycling to the next level.

It has a professional frame feel, but it’s not too aggressive so it doesn’t take the fun out of the ride.

If you’re looking for quality at an affordable price, it’s hard to fault the Trek Domane AL 2.

Whether you simply want comfort and performance for weekend rides or a bike that will help you compete professionally, it’ll do the job.

• Frame: 100 Series Alpha Aluminum
• Fork: Domane Carbon, fender mounts
• Front Derailleur: Shimano Claris R2000,
• Rear Derailleur: Shimano Claris R2000, 8-Speed
• Number of Gears: 16
• Rear hub: Formula RX-142 alloy, 6-bolt, Shimano 11-speed freehub, 142x12mm thru axle
• Rims: Bontrager Tubeless Ready 24-hole, 17mm
• Tire Size: 700x32c
• Weight: 23.73 lbs / 10.76 kg

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The Trek Domane AL 2 combines midrange Shimano components with a high-quality frame, carbon fork, and some nice finishing touches to provide a smooth, solid ride.

Lightweight endurance frame

The Domane AL 2 adopts Trek ‘s high-performance 100 Series Alpha aluminum frame for a blend of comfort and performance.

The frame aims to strike a balance between saving on weight while maintaining decent strength and stiffness.

All frames come fitted with a lightweight Trek carbon fork to keep the weight down and provide a comfortable ride.

The endurance geometry is another well-balanced work of art that manages to put the rider in a race-ready position without compromising on comfort. The frames have an average 74-degree seat tube angle with 8cm of clearance on the bottom bracket and 37.4cm of frame reach on the midsize (54cm) bike.

Frame sizes range from 44cm to 62cm to accommodate riders of almost any height. The smallest 44cm model has a 65.7cm standover height, with an 84.2cm standover height on the largest unisex model

IsoSpeed Carbon Fork

The Trek IsoSpeed headset and carbon fork is designed to provide a smoother ride while improving stiffness and reducing weight.

It features a unique dropout placement that optimizes the wheelbase and a rocker cup with zero lateral movement for extra precision.

The slightly wider fork provides additional tire clearance, allowing for wider tires if you feel the desire to tackle tougher terrain.

Shimano Claris Drivetrain

Shimano provides the gears, derailleurs, and shifters for the Domane AL 2. Trek has chosen to go with the Claris R2000 gearing system which, while not top of the range, provides a smooth shifting experience.

Claris is a well-trusted gearing system used on many midrange road bikes. Some professional riders may opt to upgrade to Shimano’s Sora or Tiagra system at a later stage but if well maintained, Claris gears shouldn’t give any trouble.

The rear cassette features 8 speeds ranging from 11T to 34T and on the front crank is a compact double ring with 50 and 34T cogs.

DuoTrap S Compatibility

The Bontrager DuoTrap S digital sensor is a nifty tool that can be attached to compatible Trek bicycles for measuring cycling data. Rather than messy, makeshift zip ties, the DuoTrap S screws securely onto the frame and transmits data wirelessly to your phone or bicycle computer.

You can use the DuoTrap’s combined ANT+ 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth signals to simultaneously send data to both your phone and a Trip 300 cycling computer. The sensor is concealed neatly on the inside of your chainstay to maintain a clean appearance and aerodynamic functionality.

Blendr Compatible Stem

The Trek Domane AL 2 features a stem that is compatible with the Blendr integration system for cycling accessories. It allows for the easy attachment of various holders for lights, computers, phone holders, and navigation systems.

Blendr is a proprietary stem attachment system developed by Trek’s Bontrager components team. It fits a wide range of purpose-built Blendr Duo Base attachments to fit almost any bicycle accessory. No need for any more fiddly screw-on or clip-on attachments that often fail, putting your devices at risk.

There are seven sizes of Trek Domane AL 2 for riders 4’11” to 6’3″

• 44 : 4’11” – 5’0″
• 49 : 5’1″ – 5’4″
• 52 : 5’4″ – 5’6″
• 54 : 5’6″ – 5’9″
• 56 : 5’9″ – 5’11”
• 58 : 5’11” – 6’1″
• 61 : 6’1″ – 6’3″

Trek Domane AL 2 is worth the money!

It fits neatly into the price range of road bikes with similar components. While you might find cheaper bikes with a Shimano Claris drivechain, not many would benefit from the same quality frame materials that Trek is famous for.

When you add the lightweight carbon fork and high-quality finishing touches, you have a bike that would be difficult to beat for around $1,000. If you can afford the extra cash for the Domane AL3 and want slightly better parts, go for it. But if you want value for money, with the Domane AL 2, you certainly can’t go wrong.

Check out our other Trek Domane reviews: AL3 , SL 4 , SL 5 , and SL 6 .

Want to read more about Trek Bikes? Check out our review on the best Trek Bicycles You Can Get .

The Domane AL 2 is part of a range of Trek bikes aimed at riders looking to advance their road cycling to the next level. While it is one of the lowest-specced bikes in the range, it is in no way a beginner’s bike.

The Domane AL 2 is the perfect bike for an amateur rider that wants to begin competing more seriously in competitions or weekend sports.

If you feel you are already past the stage of an amateur competitor, you could check out the slightly upgraded Domane AL3. It’s slightly lighter and benefits from a Shimano Sora groupset.

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(01-30-2022, 08:29 PM) Falconbal Wrote:   I have a Trek Domane AL 2 Disc, It’s brand new. When pedaling down on my right foot on the hardest gear, the bike will click. However, if I shift 3 times to an easier gear, it won’t click anymore. I have tried a different Trek Domane AL 2 disc from a different store location (same store company) and that bike also clicks on the hardest gear. I asked the store to make some adjustments, but they didn’t solve the problem. Any suggestions?

2023 Trek Domane AL 2 Disc Review

The 2023 Trek Domane AL 2 Disc is an entry-level road bike with a range of features for riders who are looking for a reliable, performance-oriented ride. 

For the rider on tight budget, you won’t find many alternatives at this price point that offer the same level of quality and performance.

The Domane AL 2 Disc’s well thought out frame geometry makes it agile, responsive and comfortable to ride. 

Additionally, its Shimano Claris components are easy to use yet durable enough to handle everyday riding tasks. 

We put the 2023 Trek Domane AL 2 Disc to the test in our review. Keep reading to learn more about this affordable but capable road bike that won’t disappoint!

With a focus on stability, comfort and speed, the 2023 Trek Domane AL 2 Disc is an ideal entry-level road bike for aspiring cyclists. 

This performance-driven frame offers versatile geometry combined with great components to provide an exceptional ride for all types of terrain. 

Here’s a closer look at what makes the 2023 Trek Domane AL 2 Disc such an attractive bike:

Lightweight Frame and Fork

The Domane AL 2 Disc takes advantage of the tried and tested 100 Series Alpha Aluminum frame, which is comprised of aluminium tubing for lightness and durability.

The fork is constructed from carbon fiber that has been streamlined to minimize weight without compromising stiffness or strength.

Disc Brakes

The AL 2 Disc also features mechanical disc brakes along with 160mm rotors that deliver greater control over your speed than traditional rim brakes. 

Whether it rains or shines, you can enjoy improved stopping power in all conditions thanks to these modern disc brakes that remain reliable in wet weather.

Shimano Groupset

This upgraded version of the original Domane sees an upgrade to Shimano’s Claris groupset that comprises eight-speed shifters and derailleurs along with compact 50/34T chainset that distributes power evenly across all gears. 

Shifting is precise even under load for improved confidence on technical terrain as well as roads.

Lightweight Wheelset

To keep this road bike nimble and responsive when accelerating, it comes with a lightweight wheelset made from high-quality material including Bontrager double wall rims and Formula hubs deliver smooth rolling even on uneven surfaces like cobblestones or trails. 

The tires are 32mm wide and a max width of 35mm therefore giving generous comfort plus grip in both dry and wet conditions alike.

Biking enthusiasts who are looking for a performance-oriented yet affordable bike should seriously consider the 2023 Trek Domane AL 2 Disc model as their go-to choice! 

With its perfect compromise between agility and comfort, this bicycle promises plenty of thrill rides ahead!

Order online and have it shipped to your local dealer for final assembly!!

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