Trek Domane AL 2021 | AL2 vs AL2 Disc vs AL3 Disc vs AL4 Disc vs AL5 Disc
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- This is a comparison video between the Trek Domane AL range of bikes.
We tell you what has changed in the Trek Domane AL 2021 range of bikes.
From this year on, Trek has introduced disc brakes to its range to
facilitate better braking and give more tyre clearance.
The all-new Domane AL Disc is the road bike for wherever your road takes you. It's right at home wherever it roams, from long endurance rides to gravel and even the front of the paceline.
If you're looking for a wallet-friendly ride for fast, fun, and adventure, this is exactly the road bike you've been waiting for.
Wanna see how the Domane AL2 compares to other bikes inits category?
Check out this video. • Domane vs Scultura vs ...
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Thank-you friend now i understood . Trek should pay you for this 😉
Also check out my Video of the Top 5 introductory Aluminium bikes. (The Pinned comment). I still think the Allez is better than the Domane AL. That is the rim brake versions.
I was just looking at these four in the Trek product compare rack (they show additional technical info in a side to side if anyone is interested), and was happy to find your video. You did a great job clarifying the differences in the Domane AL line. Thanks!
Glad I could assist you with my video. Since this is a small channel that has just started, a sub would be really helpful. Happy Biking!!!
This was a great comparison! Straight to the point - details where you needed them. Thank you so much!
Do sub for more like this. Glad you liked this comparison video.
Just what I needed. Great video - succinct yet all important questions covered. 👍
Thanks.
Brief, clear and some good spec information. Good review. I’m ordering one this week.
Thanks. Do sub to support as this is a Small chanel if you like. Appreciate the comment.
Thank you so much for posting this! You have clarified a lot of things that I was wondering about (being a novice to cycling), especially about the difference between an 8 speed and 11 speed cassette.
Glad I was able to help you. If you found value in the channel, do follow it. I hope to make many more things clearer in the future. Happy Biking.
@@ronitdebnath I've subscribed :-)
Do see the new video. Thanks a lot. The new video tried to make the basic metrics of Road Biking very clear.
you've earned yourself a subscriber, good job
Thanks a lot brother for subbing. Stay tuned for more bike stuff.
Well organized explanation, love the chart..great job
Thanks for the generous reply. Will do the same for Specialized Allez two days later.
Great job done. Thank you for this video!
Thanks for the comment.
so i just saw your Allez video and now this one, great job on both, it would be great to see a comparison of both allez and domane..specially the top one of each...again great job
Brother. I could do that. However the allez top one is rim braked and costs 1300$. The Domane AL5 Disc is Disc braked and costs close to 1800$. So yes I could do that, but they are not comparable for me. The lowest versions i.e. Allez and Domane AL2 are both rim braked and 900 vs 880$ respectively and I would go for the Allez anyday in that case.
This is very informative thank you my friend!
Thanks. Glad to help.
Great video. Well explained.
Thank You.
Superbly covered!
Thanks
Thanks for the video. I am waiting for my Al 2 disc to arrive for commuting to work . Good to know the differences
Great. Happy Commute. Do you ride in the wet? Else as may buy the Specialized Allez, if disc is not imperative. I think it's better.
@@ronitdebnath Hi, yes I ride in the wet. I looked at Specialised Allez but none available here in Ireland. I bought a Roscoe 6 mtb in February but its far too slow 😂
Haha yes. Roadies will be faster. A sub would be really appreciated since this channel is small. Happy Biking.
I'm planning on getting the AL 2, bike looks awesome, and for a first road bike, seems like a great choice
You could and should consider a Allez as well as a Contend. If you wanna know in detail why, you may whatsapp me at +919564527431. They might be better alternatives especially the Allez (unless u are 166-169 cms in height ). The Allez rides better than the Domane al2. The contend has more tyre clearance. So you should definitely consider them too.
Did you end up getting it? I just got my AL 4 a month ago & I love it! The hydraulic disc brakes makes a big difference on descents.
@@iMerkCODM Yo man, no I didn't. I got a second hand old Giant TCR 2 Cmposite
Thanks for this vid ronit
Thanks for the comment. A sub would be greatly appreciated.
@@ronitdebnath sure :)
very informative
Fantastic video
Thanks for the generous comment. A sub would be much appreciated since this is a small channel.
Hi @Ronit Debnath
Very nice and detailed review.
I currently own a Triban RC 520 ( been just one day ) and it has 105 Shimano with disc brakes, is it worth switching back to Trek Domane AL 2 rim brakes?
No
Thanks, like the way u explained the details... my goal is to buy a road bike but everything is sold out and I am interested in buying this bike (AL5) for that purpose.. u think is it good for road and racing? What else I should do beside switching to 28 tires?
AL5 is an Endurance bike. Don't buy for road racing. Buy a more aggressive bike. Changing Tyres ain't enough. We can have a more detailed discussion but for a start, Caad Optimo will be better.
@@ronitdebnath just a q, what if his target to ride with group road riders.. should he gets an aggressive bike?
Surely more aggressive. Maybe a Merida Scultura type in this segment.
Precisamos aqui no Brasil de mais vídeos iguais a esse..!
Don't worry. I ll keep you posted from India. Thanks for the comment.
Fantastic vid
Thanks
@@ronitdebnathstill torn between AL2 disk and AL4 for my first bike.
Let's talk na. WhatsApp me +919564527431.
Excellent video!! Am looking for endurance bike so you think al3 disk should be enough for like 2 years or al5 would be better buy so that I don't have to change bike for long term?
If from India, could u call at 9564527431? I would happily answer. Else whatsapp at same number.
@@ronitdebnath sure will what's app or call, thanks!
I think you took down my number wrong. I mistyped one digit. Try again at 9564527431. Should work.
Gteat video thank you
Thanks alot !!!
Glad you liked the Video. Stay Tuned for more stuff like this.
Can you rank Triban 100 (flat bar), Trek FX3, Giant Escape 1 Merida 200 cycle on their performance. Planning to buy one
I apologise, only learning about Hybrids and MTB's. I don't have enough Knowledge to give an Opinion.
Maybe one day I'll get to use it
Thank you my friend.. You should do a Giant entry level video with similar bikes
For the Contends. Yes I ll do.
As this is a small channel, a sub would be really appreciated. Thanks.
Hi. Do you have any other brand recommendation within the same price range?
Yes absolutely. Please feel free to Whatsapp me at +919564527431. I can suggest you alternatives that maybe better for your purpose. But in general in riding in the dry, specialized Allez is a better bike. If in wet, giant contend/contend SL Disc would be better. But please whatsapp. I would like to know your requirements in detail.
Thank You
Thanks
are the groupsets upgradable.. for example sora groupsets to 105s on the domane al3 disc?
Absolutely.
@@ronitdebnath yay, thank you.. so i guess it is better to buy the al3 disc to start.. and upgrade as i go..
Yes. However Contend AR3 is a better bike I would say. Similar bikes yes. But I would choose the Contend AR3 and upgrade over time.
@@ronitdebnath ohh thank you again, hope it is available in India🙏🏽
Let's talk over call. 9564527431. I am from India itself. I wanna help you in detail.
Very good review. I am currently stuck on deciding between the AL5 & the Allez elite. I know the Allez is rim but not sure the Domane is worth the extra £500 for discs. I prefer the look of the Domane, are there any other reasons it’s worth the extra £500?
No. If you ride in the dry 90% of the time, get Allez elite. It also is a better riding bike overall, lighter and stiffer. If you don't need to stick in wider tyres (going mild off road and stuff) and stick to dry tarmac rides mostly, Allez is the bike. Also in terms of looks I beleive the Emerald Green Allez Elite looks spectacular and is the one for you. So save yourself 500$ and ge the Elite if the above conditions are met.
Can you add a power meter to praxis alba crank ?
Power2max Praxis Road Power Meter is compatible with Praxis Alba Crank
Thank you for replies .
Most welcome. Let me know here if possible or on Insta which bike you finally buy. :)
Thanks for explaining; judging between the AL2 and AL2 Disc, should go for AL2. Simply because I have more options for the tires.
Yes. It ll be heavier tho. Depends completely on whether u wanna ride on lighy gravel. If all of ur riding is done on road, the Allez id the best out there. Again 28mm tyres is the limit for the allez. Btw since its a new channel, a sub would be really helpful. Hope I could help you.
@@ronitdebnath I ride concrete trails, and road. I like the AL disc 2 better because it gives me the option to ride with bigger wheels if I want to ride on a rough trail.
Thanks!
@@wallywal5475 you should've got a disc brake model. You can't safely ride rim brakes in wet weather without destroying your braking surface
@@ronitdebnath 7
Bro you pronounced it correct ♥
Check Trek's official video to see how it's pronounced.
@@ronitdebnath what?? 🤣🤣🤣
Is the al2 disc just fine or should the al 3 be considered by stretching budget???
If you ride in the dry, Al2 is enough.
@@ronitdebnath alright. Thank you!
Would you recommend Al3 disc or Merida scultura 400 rim
Al3 disc if you ride a lot in the wet...more than 20% of times. If you ride in the dry more than 80% of times then Scultura 400 rim.
Isn’t buying a canyon CF 7 better than Al5 for the same price? Cf 7 has a carbon frame
In this yes. But all carbon isn't better than all alloy. I would have a caad12 over most carbon bikes.
Hi very well described review like everyone said. One thing I wanted to ask- for a 5'4" &1/2 height guy which Trek frame would be suitable, I'm torn between 50cm and 52cm. Please revert soon as only one piece left in the store and the owner would give a biased opinion I know.
Certainly not 52. I think 50 should be okay. 52 is for people who are 5'6-5'7 (I have test ridden 2/3 times in size 52 and am 169). Stay tuned to the channel for more content like this. Thanks for praising the Video.
@@ronitdebnath Thanks a lot for your prompt response. Today I'll be going to the store and finalizing it. I was confused because as per the Trek size chart 5'4" as the maximum for 50cm and for 52cm it's the minimum. I sat on a 52cm Trek and there wasn't much of gap between the top tube and the groin. I reckoned I could get away with that but then I wasn't really sure.
@Prashant Barua Nevee buy a wrong size bike. Consult more, ask on Cyclop or even Trek's international Fb Page. Take your time. Sizing is very sensitive thing. But i am at the end of 52 range as 169 and it fits me well. I just hope its the same for you and u need a 50. As a general rule of thumb, not always but mostly its always better to size down when you are in overlap region.
@@ronitdebnath Great I feel more safe now on choosing the size. Thanks to you. Hey while we're at it, another important thing I want to ask regarding the pricing, are there any significant difference between a Trek al 2 domane 2020 and 2021 model? Other than the latter costs 3k more and comes in blue while the '20 model is in black. Both the models of 50cm are available at two different stores as the last piece.
@@user-ur9wy1lt8z Can u call me at 9564527431. I ll answer all your questions. If you are based in India. Else you can continue here.
Just to confirm, the difference between AL2 Disc and AL5 Disc is the groupset and hydraulic brakes, no other? That’s good because I’m thinking of upgrading gradually to Shimano 105 too
Yes. Basically groupset and braking type. Frame and fork are same.
@@ronitdebnath Thanks! Is it possible to upgrade the brake system first? I’m thinking of r7020 on AL2 Claris
Mechanical or Hydraulic disc is a bit more tricky than hydraulic to better hydraulic. But yes absolutely can be done.
Very well described. How much AL5 would cost in India once it’s launched ❓any idea when can we expect the launch ❓
130k maybe. If you are happy with rim brakes. Get the Emonda ALR5. I love it. Launch well, Should be within 2 months I feel since it was listed on Trek India's 2021 list released yesterday.
Glad you found the video useful. Stay tuned to my channel for more stuff like this.
Ronit Debnath hi,
Once it’s launch then do let me know and I’ll buy from you 😊. Hope you will give best price offer ❓😀
I am not a Retailer. Rather I give buyers the best advice on what bike best suits them. My channel features bikes from all brands, and I try to tell without any bias. I know a couple of dealers and can help that way. But for recommendations regarding which bike to buy, you can call me at 9564527431 now.
Ronit Debnath I’ll surely call you. Thanks for your kind support and appreciate the knowledge you have 👍🏽 thanks once agin.
Domane Al frames are relatively heavier compare to the emonda Al series! I guess trek used the lower grade aluminum for its Domane series! But it’s very comfortable to ride it on the flat terrains
It's comfortable because it comes with stock 32c tyres. Not inherently because of the frame. With same tyres and wheels Allez is very comfortable. If you control for everything and just rely on frame compliance.
@@ronitdebnath thanks for the info! Yes I bought my Domane AL4 last year with 28c Tyres! I love it!
@@csplau AL 4 gang🤙🏼
Can I use it off-road ?
On Light Gravel. It takes in 35mm wide tyres... But upto that only. So light gravel is the most you can do with 35mm wide tyres.
Do you live in the US that you focused just on the bicycles available here?
No India.
@@ronitdebnath, oh nice. So do you bike in India (West Bengal)?
If so, does your city have good cycling infrastructure?
I bike in Pune.
@@ronitdebnath, oh then I think it's more like riding in the space of cars?!
Not really I ride at 6. Out of 50 kms, except last 5 all KMS are mostly empty.
Rim brake is easy to maintain than disc brake and disc brake is heavier than rim brake.
Absolutely true. I ride rim brake bikes. Both of my caad12 and BMC TEAMMACHINE are rim brake bikes.
@@ronitdebnath ride those bikes in wet weather, you'll trash the wheels trying to stop. Hydraulic Disc brakes are 1000 more efficient than rim brakes.
This is my first road th-cam.com/users/postUgkxMesz3KOGEmwmvyKQfLfrRSUXLFzfVHZA and I have taken it out a handful of times and so far it is exceeding all of my expectations. I didn’t want to break the bank on a first bike and the herd is a great option for getting a fast bike with reliable components. I plan on riding this bike for many years to come. Thank you Sava!
are you from India??
Yes yes.
@@ronitdebnath I have an indian friend and he talks with the sane accent
Different parts of India has different accents because of different languages spoken throughout the country. There 33 official languages in India.
@@amvj yeah but the english accent they have is almost equal.
There are some definite variations in English accent amount Indians too. 😊
Mixwell
Man the rim brake bike a whole kg lighter
Unfortunately it is..:( hence I always prefer the Allez.
@@ronitdebnath im waiting on a disc al2 its going to be my winter bike though so weight is not an issue really for me this time, usually go for a tcr myself
Then maybe a disc is needed if you ride in the winter and wet.