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Overview

It's right for you if...

You have big gravel dreams, and know you'll need the most dialed, capable bike for these epic adventures. You also want the incredible speed, precision, and clean looks of SRAM's newest wireless electronic drivetrain.

The tech you get

A 500 Series OCLV Carbon frame with Rear IsoSpeed and carbon armor, a progressive geometry that's stable at speed and efficient when you're grinding up a climb, internal storage, hidden cables that won't interfere with bags, integrated frame bag mounts, and rack and fender mounts. Plus, a carbon fork, a 1x12 SRAM Rival eTap AXS wireless electronic drivetrain with a wide-range cassette, and Paradigm Comp 25 wheels. You can even run a dropper post to get low on long descents. Fits up to 45c tires.

The final word

A carbon gravel bike built for the longest days, roughest roads, and biggest adventures. It's light, fast, comfortable, and spec'd with high-end parts that perform even in the most rugged terrain, like an advanced wireless electronic drivetrain for lightning fast shifts (even under load) and less maintenance.

The Walkthrough

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  1. The SRAM Rival eTap AXS wireless drivetrain won’t leave a hole in your wallet, and you can fully customize your shift logic using the AXS app
  2. The IsoSpeed decoupler soaks up fatiguing bumps without bouncing you around
  3. All-new progressive geometry is quick and nimble yet keeps you stable and in control on fast, choppy descents
  4. A sleek internal storage compartment gives you a versatile spot to stow tools and gear
  5. Massive tire clearance means you can use tires up to 45c for extra traction and stability in any conditions
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Gravel Bike of the Year 2022

"It doesn't shy away from a good Dutch MTB course, but is also ready for a multi-day tour of the Alps. The equipment is right up to date with an electronic shifting group and the bike's good looks make it a deserved winner."

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4.5/5

"What Trek gets right with the Checkpoint is the handling, the comfort, the storage options, and the flexibility to alter the cockpit or the drivetrain. The attention to detail...is welcome and warranted for a top-end machine."

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"An excellent gravel race bike"

"Trek's new Checkpoint SLR 9 eTap is an excellent gravel race bike, built with features and geometry that calm rough surfaces without the handling feeling vague or sluggish. After two months on it, I can say that the bike we named the 2021 VeloNews Bike of the Year has only gotten better."

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"One of the best gravel bikes I’ve been on"

"Overall, the new Checkpoint is a wonderful gravel bike. It’s faster, better handling, and more suited to the needs of the today’s gravel rider."

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"More capable….easier to ride on fast on unpaved surfaces"

"As with other bikes with similarly long front ends, the revamped Checkpoint is easier and more confidence-inspiring to ride off-road on even moderately steep or loose terrain than before."

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"Progressive geometry and frame storage"

"Trek has revamped its Checkpoint line-up, with the updated gravel bike coming in not one but three different flavours, catering for the needs of go-fast racers, rough-and-ready adventurers and riders looking for a versatile N+1."

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Features

New progressive geometry

For quick, nimble handling that still keeps you stable and in control on rougher descents.

Tire clearance