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Checkpoint SLR 7
A carbon frame gravel bike with high-end components and shimano grx 800 hydraulic disc brakes.
Manufacturer Price
$8,549| Weight | 19.4 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Rigid |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Carbon |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 11 Electronic |
| Groupset | GRX 800, GRX Di2 |
| Brakes | Shimano GRX 800 Hydraulic Disc |
5'1" – 5'5"
5'3" – 5'7"
5'5" – 5'9"
5'8" – 6'0"
5'10" – 6'2"
6'0" – 6'4"
- 6'1", size 58cm, Just right
- 6'3", size 61, Fits large
- 5'9", size 54, Just right
- 5'9", size 54cm, Just right
- 5'9", size 56cm, Just right
- 5'6", size 52cm, Just right
- 5'11", size 54, Just right
- 5'6", size 49cm, Just right
- 5'7", size 54, Fits large
- 5'10", size LG, Just right
Summary
The Trek Checkpoint is a versatile gravel bike praised for its balanced handling and comfort, thanks to features like the IsoSpeed decoupler that smooths out rough terrain. It offers ample mounting points and internal storage for adventure riding, making it highly adaptable. While some models are noted for stability and efficiency, others may feel less agile or have minor issues with front-end harshness.
IsoSpeed Decoupler provides a smooth and comfortable ride
Versatile with numerous mounting points and internal storage
Balanced handling suitable for various terrains
Efficient performance with quality componentry
Ample tire clearance for wide tires
Front end can feel rigid or harsh on technical terrain
Some models are heavy or lack agility
Non-removable front derailleur mount on certain builds
Cable routing may not be fully watertight
Imbalanced comfort between front and rear on some versions
The result never feels weird though, just a great balance of smoothness, assured but not dull handling and efficient yet comfortable speed across a wide range of surfaces.
Bike PerfectThe Checkpoint ALR is perhaps best summed up as being like vanilla ice cream – it does what it’s designed to do well, but doesn’t rock the boat in any way.
BikeRadarThe Trek Checkpoint is a bike that just works.
Cycling NewsThe Checkpoint isn’t the lightest, fastest, or the most comfortable bike.
Gran Fondo MagazineIt’s light, flickable, nimble and fast, while also focusing on comfort for those longer tours
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Nov 2024
The Trek Checkpoint SL 7 AXS Gen 3 is the top-level model in the Wisconsin-based brand's revamped gravel/endurance range and it’s a belter, especially for those who like a ride style on the racier side of things. It’s light, flickable, nimble and fast, while also focusing on comfort for those longer tours, plus the addition of plenty of mounting points, internal frame storage and the ability to run wide tyres doesn’t exclude it from the adventure side of things. Gravel racing - what's next for cycling's fastest growing discipline?
Aug 2024 · Felix Smith
The updated Trek Checkpoint leans into adventure with more accessory mounts, wider tyre clearance and endurance geometry
Heaps of accessory mounts
Comfortable bump taming ride
Useful integrated storage
Shorter reach may impact riders with longer legs
Potentially divisive paint
Aug 2024 · Jordan Villella
The all-new Trek Checkmate SLR and Checkpoint SL further solidify the Wisconsin brand's commitment to the gravel arts.
May 2024 · Mat Brett
Get all the details of this versatile gravel/adventure bike with hidden storage and Trek’s bump-absorbing IsoSpeed technology
Oct 2023 · Guy Kesteven
Trek’s Checkpoint has unique progressive geometry and scissor frame features and all the mount points you could want. But is it a multi-surface, multi-mission master or a complicated compromise?
IsoPulse Decoupler is a significant ride smoother
Well balanced road or rough handling
Efficient speed on all surfaces
SL 6 model is a real performance for price sweet spot
Saddle is a bit squishy on longer rides
Many mounts mean slightly more mass
Controls go through the headset
Non removable front mech tab
Rough rear hub
Sep 2022 · Josh Ross
The Trek Checkpoint is the only bike you need to take you on every adventure
SRAM Rival AXS is the perfect groupset for an all-arounder
Mud-guard mounts
Mounting points for every bag you can think of
Non-proprietary seat-post provides options
Internal storage is convenient
Downtube protection eases worry
Threaded bottom bracket
Ideal all-around gearing
Short stem for added stability means handlebar/knee interference
Lacks included protection for the chain stay
Detail behind the fork steerer collects water and is difficult to clean
Jul 2022 · Ben Delaney
Trek’s versatile gravel bike offers progressive geometry, hidden storage, a racy but comfortable ride, and a sizeable price tag
Comfortable ride
Progressive geometry
Smart but unfussy mounts
Conventional bar and stem
Costs as much as a small car
No power meter
Heavier than much of the competition
Jun 2022 · Simon Hänle
Is the 2022 Trek Checkpoint SLR 7 a pure gravel racer or does it fare just as well on high-speed bikepacking trips? We put it to the test to find out.
Cleverly integrated storage compartment
Lots of attention to detail
Great for hardpack
Fully customisable paint job via the Project One Configurator
Very efficient and light-footed
Overly harsh up front compared to the well-damped rear end
| 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 BB Standard: T47, Threaded Colors: Matte Deep Smoke / Gloss Olive Grey; Era White / Emerald Iris; Marigold / Nautical Navy; Radioactive Coral |
|---|---|
| Fork | Checkpoint carbon, tapered carbon steerer, fender mounts, flat mount disc, 12x100mm thru axle |
| Bottom Bracket | Praxis, T47 threaded, internal bearing |
| Stem | Size: 49, Bontrager Pro, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 70mm length; Size: 52, 54, Bontrager Pro, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 80mm length; Size: 56, 58, Bontrager Pro, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 90mm length; Size: 61, Bontrager Pro, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 100mm length |
| Handlebar | Size: 49, Bontrager Pro IsoCore VR-SF, 38cm; Size: 52, Bontrager Pro IsoCore VR-SF, 40cm; Size: 54, 56, Bontrager Pro IsoCore VR-SF, 42cm; Size: 58, 61, Bontrager Pro IsoCore VR-SF, 44cm |
| Saddle | Size: 49, 52, Bontrager Verse Elite, austenite rails, 155mm width; Size: 54, 56, 58, 61, Bontrager Verse Elite, austenite rails, 145mm width |
| Seatpost | Size: 49, 52, 54, 56, Bontrager carbon seatmast cap, 5mm offset, short length; Size: 58, 61, Bontrager carbon seatmast cap, 5mm offset, tall length Type: Rigid |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano GRX RX815 Di2, 34T max cog |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano GRX RX815, braze-on, down swing |
| Crank | Size: 49, 52, Shimano GRX RX810, 48/31, 170mm length; Size: 54, 56, Shimano GRX RX810, 48/31, 172.5mm length; Size: 58, 61, Shimano GRX RX810, 48/31, 175mm length |
| Shifters | Shimano GRX RX815 Di2, 11 speed |
| Cassette | Shimano Ultegra HG800, 11-34, 11 speed |
| Chain | Shimano Ultegra HG701, 11 speed |
| Brakes | Shimano RX810 hydraulic disc, flat mount Type: Shimano GRX 800 Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Front: Bontrager Aeolus Pro 3V, OCLV Carbon, Tubeless Ready, 25mm rim width, 100x12mm thru axle, Rear: Bontrager Aeolus Pro 3V, OCLV Carbon, Tubeless Ready, 25mm rim width, SRAM XD-R driver, 142x12mm thru axle |
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| Tires | Bontrager GR1 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength casing, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 700x40mm |
| Disc Rotors | Shimano MT800, centerlock, 160mm |
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Last updated December 9
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