Compare: 2018 Trek Domane ALR 5 Disc vs 2020 Triban RC 520 Gravel Riding Bike

Overview
Ride Feel
Gearing
Spec Level
Geometry
Specs

Bike Comparison

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	Domane ALR 5 Disc2018 Trek	RC 520 Gravel Riding Bike2020 Triban

MSRP	$1,889	($1,075)
Where to Buy	— $1 At	— $1 At
Category	Endurance	Gravel
Weight	20.9 lbs	22.9 lbs
	3.6
Frame	Aluminum	Aluminum
Fork	Carbon	Carbon
Wheels	Aluminum	Aluminum
Wheel Size	700c	700c
Brakes	Hydraulic Disc	Mechanical Disc
Groupset	105, Shimano	microSHIFT
Drivetrain	2 × 11	2 × 11
Brand Site	trekbikes.com	decathlon.co.uk
Summary	The Trek Domane ALR 5 Disc and Triban RC 520 Gravel Riding Bike are both aluminum frame road bikes. The Domane ALR 5 Disc has better components and higher gearing.

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Ride Feel

Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Rider Position

relaxedaggressive

Terrain

smoothrugged

2018 Domane ALR 5 Disc

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Gear Range

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

(climbing)

39 mph

2018 Domane ALR 5 Disc

25 mph

2020 RC 520 Gravel Riding Bike

Highest gear

(descending)

Spec Level

Based on build material and quality level of the frame, fork, wheelset, groupset, suspension system, and more.

Geometry

Specs

	Domane ALR 5 Disc2018 Trek	RC 520 Gravel Riding Bike2020 Triban

Frame	200 Series Alpha Aluminum, IsoSpeed, Invisible Weld Technology, E2 tapered head tube, BB86.5, flat mount disc brakes, 12mm thru axle, hidden fender mounts, DuoTrap S compatible BB Standard: BB86/BB92, 86.5mm, Press Fit	New Triban Evo frame in 6061 T6 aluminium, comfort-oriented geometry with adapted sloping, Weight: 1780 g in size M.Strong, versatile frame: you can attach mudguards and a pannier rack. Normative compatibility with tyres with a cross-section of up to 36. The special work done on the frame enables good lateral rigidity and good vibration dampening. Because of this, our quick-release (QR) wheel system is more accessible, and guarantees good rigidity. BB Standard: BB86/BB92, 86.5mm, Press Fit
Fork	Domane carbon, E2 steerer, flat mount disc brakes, 12mm thru axle, hidden fender mount	New Triban Evo fork with carbon blades and aluminium 1"1/8 Aheadset steerer tube. This fork combines comfort, low weight, and precision. The carbon has been machined to provide good lateral rigidity and good filtering of frontal vibrations. Inserts on blades for mounting a front pannier rack. Maximum load on the fork: 8 kg, Eyelets on the wheel axle for attaching a mudguard, Compatible with tyres measuring up to 36 mm
Bottom Bracket	Press Fit BB86.5
Headset	Integrated, cartridge bearing, sealed, 1-1/8˝ top, 1.5˝ bottom
Stem	Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm, 7 degree, w/computer & light mounts
Handlebar	Bontrager Race VR-C, 31.8mm
Saddle	Bontrager Affinity Comp, chromoly rails
Seatpost	Bontrager alloy, 2-bolt head, 27.2mm, 8mm offset
Pedals	Not included	Platform pedals included with the bike. We recommend either flat or SPD pedals
Grips	Bontrager tape

Groupset

Rear Derailleur	Shimano 105
Front Derailleur	Shimano 105
Crank	Shimano 105, 50/34 (compact)	Microshift CS-H110 11S 11/32 cassette, (11/12/13/14/15/17/19/21/24/28/32). Shimano RS 510 compact crankset 50/34. Crank length varies according to size of bike:, XS, S: 170 mm.M: 172,5mm.L, XL: 175 mm.
Shifters	Shimano RS505, 11 speed
Cassette	Shimano 105, 11-32, 11 speed	Microshift CS-H110 11S 11/32 cassette, (11/12/13/14/15/17/19/21/24/28/32). Shimano RS 510 compact crankset 50/34. Crank length varies according to size of bike:, XS, S: 170 mm.M: 172,5mm.L, XL: 175 mm.
Chain	Shimano 105
Brakes	Shimano RS505 flat mount hydraulic disc	TRP HY/RD disc brakes. Cable-operated hydraulic pistons, ensuring reliability and efficiency, 160mm disc at the front and rear, Anti-compression Jagwire housing to ensure braking precision and efficiency, Semi-metallic TRP pad (M515/M525 version)

Wheels

Rims	Bontrager Tubeless Ready	Triban Tubeless Ready Light 700x17c wheels for optimal performance on rolling trails, 6106T6 aluminium. ETRTO dimensions: 622" x 17"Height 24 mm for increased lateral rigidity. Crossed steel spokes for greater rigidity (28 front and 28 rear). Sealed cartridge bearings.Weight per pair (without cassette and QR): 2000g, NEW 21mm Tubeless rim tape (for those manufactured after 15/10/2020)
Front Hub	Bontrager alloy sealed bearing, 12mm thru axle
Rear Hub	Bontrager alloy centerlock, 142x12
Tires	Bontrager R1, 700x32c	Hutchinson Overide 35 Tubeless Ready tyres for optimal performance on rolling trails, 350 g, Skinwall flex bead, HardSkin puncture-proof fabric over the entire tyre, Durable carcass: 66 TPI. Dimensions: 35c-622 / 700 x 35c, Min pressure: 3 bar / 43 psi, Max pressure: 5.5 bar / 80 psi, Mounted pressure with inner tube: 4.5 bar front, 5 bar back (75 kg rider)

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