The Domane Classics Edition only comes in the sizes used by Trek Factory Racing - Ben Delaney/Future Publishing
Available through Trek's Project One custom program, the Domane Classics Edition can be built up with a range of components and painted however the rider likes — including with the Team paint job shown here - Ben Delaney/Future Publishing
Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 9070 rings feature their own BCD so you can use 52/36-tooth ratios or the standard 53/39T shown here - Ben Delaney/Future Publishing
The Domane Classics Edition has an integrated chain catcher - Ben Delaney/Future Publishing
The defining feature of the Domane line is the IsoSpeed "decoupler" link that allows for greater vertical flex of the seatmast and seat tube - Ben Delaney/Future Publishing
With Trek's Project One program, riders can choose any saddle. The integrated seatpost slides onto the no-cut seatmast - Ben Delaney/Future Publishing
Using Trek's Bontrager Race XXX Lite stem and handlebar, the front end of the Domane Classics Edition is remarkable stiff in torsion - Ben Delaney/Future Publishing
Shimano's latest Di2 levers can be used with the plug-in sprint shifters (not shown here) - Ben Delaney/Future Publishing
Internal Di2 routing is very clean - Ben Delaney/Future Publishing
The Bontrager Aeolus wheels use DT Swiss internals - Ben Delaney/Future Publishing
The IsoSpeed junction doubles the vertical compliance of the bike, Trek claims. Although Trek is loathe to call it suspension, the extra cush is quite evident when riding - Ben Delaney/Future Publishing
The Domane Classics Edition features a short head tube (143mm on this 58cm frame, for example) and a steeper front end than the standard Domane - Ben Delaney/Future Publishing
The straight-shot routing reduces cable drag - Ben Delaney/Future Publishing
Bontrager's top-end carbon clinchers, the Aeolus D3, come in several rim depths. These are the 5s, for the 50mm rim - Ben Delaney/Future Publishing
Every Domane Classics Edition frame, from 54-62cm, uses the same 53mm-rake fork, with a head tube angle (72.6-72.8 degrees) that's closer to the Madone than the standard Domane - Ben Delaney/Future Publishing
Trek now has four race geometries in its line-up: the taller H2 on the Madone, the more aggressive H1 on the Madone, the endurance geometry on the standard Domane, and now the pro endurance geometry on the Domane Classics Edition. Sold through Trek's Project One customization program, the Domane Classics Edition is the frameset ridden by Trek Factory Racing riders.
Sold only in the 54-62cm sizes of team riders, the frameset features sharper handling and a much shorter head tube than the standard Domane while retaining the endurance bike's vertically plush character.
The isospeed junction doubles the vertical compliance of the bike, trek claims. although trek is loathe to call it suspension, the extra cush is quite evident when riding: the isospeed junction doubles the vertical compliance of the bike, trek claims. although trek is loathe to call it suspension, the extra cush is quite evident when riding - Ben Delaney/Future Publishing
The IsoSpeed "decoupler" doubles the bike's vertical compliance, Trek says
"The OCLV carbon, the lay-up and the IsoSpeed decoupler and fork are the same on the Domane and the Domane Classics Edition," said Trek road brand manager Michael Mayer. "So you get that compliance, that longer wheelbase, and the vertical compliance of IsoSpeed. But the front-end geometry is even more aggressive than the H1 Madone."
As compared to a standard 58cm Domane, for example, the Domane Classics places the top of the headset a substantial 2.5 centimeters further away from the rider. Meanwhile, the 143mm head tube is a whopping 47mm shorter than on a standard Domane and even 17mm shorter than on a 58cm H1 Madone (although the difference is only 7mm when accounting for differences in bottom bracket height).
The straight-shot routing reduces cable drag: the straight-shot routing reduces cable drag - Ben Delaney/Future Publishing
The front end is low on the pro-geometry bikes. This 58cm has a 143mm head tube
The handling on the Domane Classics Edition is sharper than the standard Domane as well, with a steeper head tube (72.6-72.8 degrees) and more rake on the fork.
Nevertheless, we expect the Domane Classics to still feel stable and confident on uneven terrain. The unusually low bottom bracket (7.5-8cm of drop, depending on size) keeps the rider's weight closer to the ground and while the front-end geometry suggests a quicker feel, that's somewhat offset by the longer wheelbase that the increased rake produces - handling tricks that true Paris-Roubaix race bikes have successfully used for years in the pro peloton.
Every domane classics edition frame, from 54-62cm, uses the same 53mm rake fork, with a head tube angle (72.6-72.8 degrees) that's closer to the madone than the standard domane: every domane classics edition frame, from 54-62cm, uses the same 53mm rake fork, with a head tube angle (72.6-72.8 degrees) that's closer to the madone than the standard domane - Ben Delaney/Future Publishing
Handling is much closer to a Madone than a standard Domane, thanks to a steeper head tube and the pro-geometry fork
For all its built-in vertical comfort, the bike is quite stiff laterally. This is a race bike, after all. "Andy [Schleck] rode on last year in the Tour, and he feels confident climbing on it," Mayer said. "And Fabian [Cancellara] rides his year-round."
The Classics Edition also features more tire clearance than a regular Domane, for those who either race cobbles or just prefer the cush ride of fat tires.
Those wanting to purchase a Project One Domane Classics Edition will have to pony up around $11,000/£6,677 for the complete bike, depending on the parts and paint chosen.
Check back soon for a review of the Domane Classics Edition.
The domane classics edition only comes in the sizes used by trek factory racing: the domane classics edition only comes in the sizes used by trek factory racing - Ben Delaney/Future Publishing
Ben Delaney is a journalist with more than two decades of experience writing for and editing some of the biggest publications in cycling. Having studied journalism at the University of New Mexico, Ben has worked for Bicycle Retailer & Industry News, VeloNews and BikeRadar. He has also previously worked as Global Brand Communications Manager for Specialized. Ben covers all things road and gravel, and can be found logging big miles in the Rocky Mountains that nestle alongside his home in Boulder, Colorado. He has covered the most important bike races in the sport, from the Tour de France and Tour of Flanders, to the Unbound gravel race, and specialises in tech content, showcasing what the pros are riding and putting everyday equipment through its paces.
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