New for 2013, Trek is introducing the Domane series of road bikes. This series is designed with all the latest technology to keep them light and fast. The main feature of the Domane, however, is its ability to soak up bumps in the road.
Domane frames are designed with a gentle curvature in the front fork, a slight twist in the seat stays, and a gasket that allows the seat tube to flex forward and backward. These features take out the jarring hits on your wrists, back, and seat.
What this means for you: you'll still be able to keep up with your friends and their Madones, but you'll feel like a million bucks when you're done for the day, not complaining about your sore back.