CHASING GT - TREK DOMANE SL7 FINAL REVIEW

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  • In this episode me and GT hit some hills, making our way over to Peddling Squares for what should have been a social ride out on the bikes, I also give my final thoughts on the Trek Domane SL7
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ความคิดเห็น • 42

  • @malcontent_1
    @malcontent_1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It looked like Graham was actually trying to murder you at that pace (merciless)

    • @benjaminlechappers
      @benjaminlechappers  ปีที่แล้ว

      Agreed

    • @g_ridesbikes
      @g_ridesbikes ปีที่แล้ว

      My ride or die… 😘

    • @malcontent_1
      @malcontent_1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@g_ridesbikes GT, you should make your riding partners sign a waiver before they set off w/ you 😯🙃

  • @seryozhasteve
    @seryozhasteve 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Good review. I experience the same thing with my Gen 4 SL7 - slightly reluctant acceleration. The wheel set is good enough fur stomping, I have heard that dropping tyre size down to 28mm width for road helps without compromising comfort on tarmac. But at 62 years of age, this bike takes care of the arthritic joints and is just a joy to ride, even on the shorter summer evening out and out blasts.

  • @markfurlow1319
    @markfurlow1319 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I bought this exact bike (same color even) to have as a bike that could do both road and gravel...Refreshing to hear it's working for you in that capacity. I'm still getting used to it, but I swapped to a 48/35 Sram Force kit straight away and it's worked great! My set-up is pretty aggressive, too though. I cut 1" off the fork and will likely cut more by the end of the season, since I'm not too comfortable sitting up as far as endurance geometry would like...now I've got 1 bike, 3 sets of wheels, 3 cassette combinations. Should be enough....

  • @ansonkeller2921
    @ansonkeller2921 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for explaining differences between the Domane and the Checkpoint . My local Trek store is holding me a Domane . I was hit by a car last fall , so I haven’t decided how much road riding I will do. Great channel, my new favorite!

    • @benjaminlechappers
      @benjaminlechappers  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Nice words thank you 🙏🏽
      Hope your recovering 🙌🏾

  • @AntonioDiaz
    @AntonioDiaz 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great video! Would love your input on this bike! 🚴 I just tried the Domane SL 7 Gen 4 in a 52 and a 54 and the 54 felt a bit to big when I was trying to reach the peddles and the seat was as low as possible. Then I tried the 52 and it felt a bit small. What would you recommend I do? Love the bike!

  • @lucthomassen1405
    @lucthomassen1405 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    New canyon endurace cf is one of the quickest endurance bikes out there and mega comfy at that. Tried it recently and its waay faster than my old domane al. If you want a bit more speed, maybe give it a try. Think it might just be what you're after.

  • @SherryOram72
    @SherryOram72 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks so much for the honest bike review. Looking forward to seeing you ride in Tenerife. Cheers! 🤗🇨🇦

  • @smokeycanuck8058
    @smokeycanuck8058 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Just can't get to "battery" powered drivetrain - LOL. I'll stay old school cable.

  • @espenteik
    @espenteik 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    There are no size 53 in Trek, Ben! :)

  • @Garybaxter1
    @Garybaxter1 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome Ben! You guys were flying!! 😁

  • @salsalawyer
    @salsalawyer 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It's a sporty Cadillac, not a Corvette. Maybe with a larger chainring you might get a little more spring out of it?

  • @alessandromartinis1
    @alessandromartinis1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have a domane sl5 and my conclusions are identical. Great all around bike for do it all types off cycling. But lacks the zing. Looking at emonda or madone…..

    • @benjaminlechappers
      @benjaminlechappers  ปีที่แล้ว

      Totally agree

    • @ekm3820
      @ekm3820 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The SLR is not as fast as the rsl . I have the rsl and it’s fast.

    • @salsalawyer
      @salsalawyer 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@ekm3820RSL has the same geometry as the Emonda.

  • @L_A_5
    @L_A_5 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love ya work mate. Ripper bike the Domane. Gotta ask, what camera you filming with?

  • @normhanson981
    @normhanson981 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great vid , liked and subbed .

  • @CyclingwithRuss
    @CyclingwithRuss ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Machine mate. I think the Domanes a fast bike but I guess it has its limits once your at peak condition with weight and fitness.

    • @benjaminlechappers
      @benjaminlechappers  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      It’s a quick bike. Your right. G could jump on it and still drop me 😂

  • @elefantrising
    @elefantrising ปีที่แล้ว

    Propper ride man. cheers

  • @cheronoliver6508
    @cheronoliver6508 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love it ❤

  • @press1
    @press1 ปีที่แล้ว

    🎉🎉🎉

  • @ME-vz1sf
    @ME-vz1sf หลายเดือนก่อน

    What tyre size are u using in this video?

  • @dtpapa1290
    @dtpapa1290 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for keeping it 'imperial' 👏
    Ps that descent into Shotley is meh.....😬

    • @benjaminlechappers
      @benjaminlechappers  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Haha - it’s like you want to send it but you know the risks. So many junctions and drain to dodge 😂

  • @EatMyPropwash
    @EatMyPropwash ปีที่แล้ว

    Can’t spell caf or crit without the C Close enough 😂

  • @fucktheworld1207
    @fucktheworld1207 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good old-fashioned mechanical, and not a battery in sight to charge = Result

  • @petertreadway
    @petertreadway ปีที่แล้ว

    ‘Are you hungry Graham?’ 😂
    You were pulling some speed there, mate. I can guarantee you I won’t be pushing you that hard in a couple of months! I reckon you’ll be tearing my legs off instead. 🫠

    • @benjaminlechappers
      @benjaminlechappers  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I don’t like riding like that but if I don’t keep up with G I’ll have no one to film 😂

    • @petertreadway
      @petertreadway ปีที่แล้ว

      @@benjaminlechappers I know that feeling! 😂

  • @espenteik
    @espenteik 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    There are no size 53 in Trek, Ben! :)