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Today’s Deals2023 Trek
Madone SL Disc Frameset
A carbon frame aero frameset with modest components.
Manufacturer Price
$3,799| Weight | 4.7 lbs (frame) |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c |
| Groupset | Shimano |
4'11" – 5'3"
5'1" – 5'5"
5'3" – 5'7"
5'5" – 5'9"
5'8" – 6'0"
5'10" – 6'2"
6'0" – 6'4"
6'2" – 6'5"
- 5'9", size 56, Fits large
- 2'7", size E, Just right
- 5'11", size 56cm, Fits small
- 5'7", size 52cm, Just right
Summary
The Trek Madone is celebrated for its innovative aero design, combining speed with comfort through features like IsoFlow technology. It's lighter and more aerodynamic than previous versions, offering a responsive ride that's both fast and comfortable for long distances. However, its high cost and some component choices have been noted as drawbacks.
Innovative aero design with IsoFlow technology
Lighter and more aerodynamic than previous versions
Comfortable for long distances with improved vertical compliance
Responsive and fast ride quality
Wide range of frame sizes and customization options
High cost of entry
Some component choices not matching the bike's premium nature
Polarizing aesthetics of the IsoFlow design
The Trek Madone SLR 7 manages to combine the fun and engaging ride quality of a normal race bike with the speed of an aero bike.
BikeRadarIt’s obvious enough to make the handlebar feel fairly stiff in contrast, in fact.
BikeRadarThe new Madone, this feathery wind-cheater, is just the bike I need for all my road rides.
Canadian Cycling MagazineThe Madone is one of just a handful of bikes that have immediately felt like a tangible step forward on the first ride.
Cycling TipsTo our knowledge this is one of the if not the fastest road race bike that exists within the professional peloton and in the market.
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Jul 2024
Trek’s new eighth-generation Madone is lightweight, aerodynamic, and fast—the road bike raced by Lidl-Trek in the 2024 Tour de France.
Jun 2024
Trek's new Madone supersedes its aero champion and kills off the Emonda altogether - matching both historic models is a tall order, though
Fantastic ride quality and comfort
Rigid in power transfer and handling
Stunningly light
A blisteringly fast bike
A slanting water bottle is a problematic life partner
Pricey in the higher spec models
Nov 2023 · Mat Brett
It had its idiosyncrasies – including flip-out 'Vector Wings’ in the head tube – but we wish every new bike offered as many interesting features as the Trek Madone 9 Series did back in 2015
Oct 2023 · James Huang
The same cutting-edge aerodynamic performance of Trek’s flagship Madone SLR, distilled into a much more affordable package.
Heaps lighter than before
Tangibly speedy
Surprisingly good ride quality
Superb handling
Lots of tire clearance
User-friendly two-piece cockpit
Sharp lines.
Polarizing IsoFlow aesthetics
Poor weathersealing
Narrow wheels and tires.
Sep 2023 · Sam Challis
If someone wanted to encapsulate the shifting trends of race bikes over the past 20 years, there is no better
Aug 2023 · Matt Hansen
Gen 7 model uses IsoFlow technology from SLR
Aug 2023 · Jordan Villella
Trek's new Madone SL Gen 7 is set to deliver SLR performance at a (much) lower price point. So — is the Madone SLR worth the extra money?
Aug 2023 · Troy Templin
The Trek Madone SL Gen 7 now completes the line matching the more expensive SLR and offers almost the same ride quality.
| Frame | 500 Series OCLV Carbon, KVF (Kammtail Virtual Foil) tube shape, adjustable top tube IsoSpeed, invisible cable routing, 3S aero chain keeper, T47 BB, flat mount disc, Duo Trap S compatible, 142x12mm thru axle BB Standard: T47, Threaded Tire Clearance: 28c Color: Deep Dark Blue |
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| Fork | Madone KVF full carbon, tapered carbon steerer, invisible cable routing, flat mount disc, carbon dropouts, 12x100mm thru axle |
| Bottom Bracket | T47, threaded |
| Front Derailleur | Mechanical front derailleurs must have a full-housing stop (example: Shimano toggle front derailleurs) |
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| Tires | 28mm |
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First added July 1
Last updated July 1
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