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It's right for you if...
You have big dreams for the likes of The Mid-South, Belgian Waffle Rides, and UNBOUND Gravel, and know you'll need a seriously dialed-in gravel bike for these epic adventures. You want our most advanced Checkpoint frame that's made specifically for gravel racing or fast gravel adventures.
The tech you get
A 700 Series OCLV Carbon frame with 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, and integrated frame bag and fender mounts. Plus, a carbon fork, 1x12 SRAM RED AXS wireless electronic drivetrain with a wide-range cassette, and Bontrager Aeolus RSL 37V carbon wheels with wide 700x40c gravel tires that provide extra traction and stability. Fits up to 45c tires.
The final word
This ultra-light, meticulously-crafted Checkpoint frame is designed and built for performance and comfort during grueling gravel races or long and fast gravel rides. It's ultra-light, fast, and comes with premium parts like SRAM’s top-of-the-line wireless electronic drivetrain and RSL carbon wheels.
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- The SRAM RED AXS drivetrain is smart, smooth, and completely wireless
- The IsoSpeed decoupler soaks up fatiguing bumps without bouncing you around
- Massive tire clearance means you can use tires up to 45c for extra traction and stability in any condition
- A sleek internal storage compartment gives you a versatile spot to stow tools and gear
- Integrated frame bag mounts and fender mounts make it easy to carry gear and water
Best Gravel Bikes of 2022
"Trek’s redesigned Checkpoint ticks all the boxes of what a modern gravel bike should be...one of the most comfortable gravel bikes we’ve ever ridden, especially on chunky gravel and washboard."
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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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The beginner’s guide to racing gravel
Whether you're racing for the win or for the joy of getting out on two wheels with hundreds of like-minded riders, getting started with gravel racing is easy - it just takes some planning.
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Checkpoint wins UNBOUND XL!
William Harrison was just an ordinary guy with an office job. Now, he's an UNBOUND XL winner. Get the inside line on Harrison's surprise win here.
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New progressive geometry
For quick, nimble handling that still keeps you stable and in control on rougher descents.
Lots of clearance means you can run meatier tires (700x45mm or 27.5x2.1") for tackling chunkier gravel and terrain.
Integrated frame bag and fender mounts make it easy to carry gear and water.
Built-in storage compartment in the downtube lets you stow tools and gear.
The damped, controlled rebound of the IsoSpeed decoupler soaks up fatiguing bumps without bouncing you around.
Carbon Care Wheel Loyalty Program
Every set of Bontrager carbon wheels is backed by the Carbon Care Wheel Loyalty Program. In the unlikely event that you damage your Bontrager carbon wheels within the first two years of ownership, we’ll repair or replace them for free.
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Project One
Don't settle for anyone else's bike. Create your very own with Project One, Trek's custom bike program.
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Warrantied for life
Carbon wheels can lighten your ride and improve your performance—and when you ride Bontrager, your investment is protected. All Bontrager carbon wheels are backed by a lifetime warranty for the original owner.
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700 Series OCLV
700 Series OCLV Carbon is light, strong, and delivers an incredible ride quality that only Trek’s OCLV Carbon can provide.
| Frame | 700 Series OCLV Carbon, IsoSpeed, downtube storage door, internal routing, Ride Tuned seat mast, chain keeper, T47 BB, fender mounts, integrated frame bag mounts, flat mount disc, 142x12mm thru axle |
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| Fork | Checkpoint carbon, tapered carbon steerer, fender mounts, flat mount disc, 12x100mm thru axle |
| Frame fit | Gravel |
| Wheel front | Bontrager Aeolus RSL 37V, OCLV Carbon, Tubeless Ready, 37mm rim depth, 100x12mm thru axle |
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| Wheel rear | Bontrager Aeolus RSL 37V, OCLV Carbon, Tubeless Ready, 37mm rim depth, 142x12mm thru axle |
| Tire | Bontrager GR1 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength casing, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 700x40c |
| Tire part | Bontrager TLR sealant, 6oz |
| Rim strip | Bontrager TLR |
| Max tire size | 700x45c / 650x2.1" Bontrager tires |
| Shifter | SRAM RED eTap AXS, 12 speed |
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| Rear derailleur | SRAM RED XPLR eTap AXS, 44T max cog |
| *Crank |
Size:
49 SRAM RED AXS w/ power meter, 40T, DUB, 165mm length |
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Size:
52 SRAM RED AXS w/ power meter, 40T, DUB, 170mm length |
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Size:
54, 56 SRAM RED AXS w/ power meter, 40T, DUB, 172.5mm length |
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58, 61 SRAM RED AXS w/ power meter, 40T, DUB, 175mm length |
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| Bottom bracket | SRAM DUB, T47 threaded, internal bearing |
| Cassette | SRAM XG-1271, 10-44, 12 speed |
| Chain | SRAM RED D1, 12 speed |
| Max chainring size | 1x: 46T, 2x: 50/37 (Shimano: 36) |
| *Saddle |
Size:
49, 52 Bontrager Verse Short Pro, carbon rails 155mm width |
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Size:
54, 56, 58, 61 Bontrager Verse Short Pro, carbon rails, 145mm width |
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| *Seatpost |
Size:
49, 52, 54, 56 Bontrager carbon seatmast cap, 5mm offset, short length |
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Size:
58, 61 Bontrager carbon seatmast cap, 5mm offset, tall length |
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| *Handlebar |
Size:
49 Bontrager Pro IsoCore VR-SF, 38cm |
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Size:
52 Bontrager Pro IsoCore VR-SF, 40cm |
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Size:
54, 56 Bontrager Pro IsoCore VR-SF, 42cm |
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Size:
58, 61 Bontrager Pro IsoCore VR-SF, 44cm |
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| Handlebar tape | Bontrager Supertack Perf tape |
| *Stem |
Size:
49 Bontrager RSL Carbon, 31.8mm clamp, 7 degree, 70mm length |
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Size:
52, 54 Bontrager RSL Carbon, 31.8mm clamp, 7 degree, 80mm length |
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Size:
56, 58 Bontrager RSL Carbon, 31.8mm clamp, 7 degree, 90mm length |
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Size:
61 Bontrager RSL Carbon, 31.8mm clamp, 7 degree, 100mm length |
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| Brake | SRAM Red eTap AXS hydraulic disc, flat mount |
| Brake rotor | SRAM CenterLine X, centerlock, round edge, 160mm |
| Rotor size | Max brake rotor sizes: 160mm front & rear |
| Battery | SRAM eTap battery pack (with charger) |
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| Bag | Bontrager BITS Internal Frame Storage Bag |
| Weight | 56 - 8.10 kg / 17.86 lbs |
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| Weight limit | This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider, and cargo) of 275 pounds (125 kg). |