2024 Trek
Checkpoint SLR 9 AXS
A carbon frame gravel bike with ultra high-end components and hydraulic disc brakes.
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Manufacturer Price
$8,999| Weight | 17.9 lbs |
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| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Rigid |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Carbon |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 Electronic |
| Groupset | RED XPLR eTap, RED AXS |
| Power Meter | Red AXS |
| Brakes | Hydraulic Disc |
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Based on build material and quality level of the frame, fork, wheelset, groupset, suspension system, and more.
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View Comparison5'1" – 5'5"
5'3" – 5'7"
5'5" – 5'9"
5'8" – 6'0"
5'10" – 6'2"
6'0" – 6'4"
- 5'7", size 54, Fits large
- 5'10", size LG, Just right
- 5'9", size 52cm, Just right
Nov 2023 · Oscar Huckle
How does the Checkpoint platform translate into aluminium?
Well mannered on tamer terrain
Lots of eyelets
Eschews integration
Clean dropper post actuation
Expensive
Not the most exciting ride
Harsh through the front end when unloaded
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
Jun 2023 · Calvin Zajac
A comfortable all-purpose weapon, and a premium price –which boxes can the Trek Checkpoint SLR 9 eTap tick? We putit through the wringer to find out!
IsoSpeed system is inconspicuous and functional, providing added comfort at the rear
Versatile
Storage compartment in the down tube
Round, less ergonomic handlebars
Bontrager GR1 Team Issue TR tires lack grip in damp conditions and tend to bounce
Unbalanced level of compliance between the front and rear
Oct 2022 · Mat Brett
Get all the details of this fiery red gravel/adventure bike with Trek’s gravel-smoothing IsoSpeed
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
Sep 2021
Updated geometry and differentiated models for speed, adventure, and all purpose riding
Sep 2021 · Matthew Pioro
Also, a tour of the revamped Trek Checkpoint lineup of bikes and Adventure bags for mixed-surface adventures
| 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 |
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| Fork | Checkpoint carbon, tapered carbon steerer, fender mounts, flat mount disc, 12x100mm thru axle |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB, T47 threaded, internal bearing |
| Stem | Size: 49, Bontrager RSL Carbon, 31.8mm clamp, 7 degree, 70mm length; Size: 52, 54, Bontrager RSL Carbon, 31.8mm clamp, 7 degree, 80mm length; Size: 56, 58, Bontrager RSL Carbon, 31.8mm clamp, 7 degree, 90mm length; Size: 61, Bontrager RSL Carbon, 31.8mm clamp, 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, Verse Short Pro, carbon rails, 155mm width; Size: 54, 56, 58, 61, Verse Short Pro, carbon 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 | SRAM RED XPLR eTap AXS, 44T max cog |
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| Crank | Size: 49, SRAM RED AXS w/ power meter, 40T, DUB, 165mm length; Size: 52, SRAM RED AXS w/ power meter, 40T, DUB, 170mm length; Size: 54, 56, SRAM RED AXS w/ power meter, 40T, DUB, 172.5mm length; Size: 58, 61, SRAM RED AXS w/ power meter, 40T, DUB, 175mm length |
| Power Meter | Size: 49, SRAM RED AXS w/ power meter, 40T, DUB, 165mm length; Size: 52, SRAM RED AXS w/ power meter, 40T, DUB, 170mm length; Size: 54, 56, SRAM RED AXS w/ power meter, 40T, DUB, 172.5mm length; Size: 58, 61, SRAM RED AXS w/ power meter, 40T, DUB, 175mm length |
| Shifters | SRAM RED eTap AXS, 12 speed |
| Cassette | SRAM XG-1271, 10-44, 12 speed |
| Chain | SRAM RED D1, 12 speed |
| Brakes | SRAM Red AXS hydraulic disc, flat mount Type: Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Front: Bontrager Aeolus RSL 37V, OCLV Carbon, Tubeless Ready, 37mm rim depth, 100x12mm thru axle, Rear: Bontrager Aeolus RSL 37V, OCLV Carbon, Tubeless Ready, 37mm rim depth, 142x12mm thru axle |
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| Tires | Bontrager GR1 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength casing, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 700x40mm |
| Disc Rotors | SRAM CenterLine X, centerlock, round edge, 160mm |
Last updated May 11