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2019 Trek

Checkpoint AL 3

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US$ 1.199(€ 1.046)
Gewicht10,5 kg  
KaderAluminium
OponthoudOnbuigzaam
VorkCarbon
Wielen700c Aluminium
Aandrijflijn2 × 9
GroepsetSora
RemmenTektro Mechanische schijf
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Terrain
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Checkpoint AL 3
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Versnelling

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

(climbing)

63 km/h

Checkpoint AL 3

58 km/h

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Highest gear

(descending)

Maatvoering
44cm

150cm – 155cm

52cm

162cm – 169cm

54cm

167cm – 174cm

56cm

173cm – 180cm

58cm

179cm – 186cm

61cm

184cm – 191cm

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Samenvatting

The Trek Checkpoint is a versatile gravel bike praised for its speed and comfort, featuring IsoSpeed technology that smooths out rough terrain. It offers agile handling and stability, making it capable on both tarmac and gravel. However, some reviews note issues with cable routing and gearing that may limit off-road performance.

Pros
  • IsoSpeed decoupler provides excellent comfort on rough surfaces

  • Versatile with multiple mounting points for accessories

  • Agile handling and stable geometry for confident riding

  • Fast and efficient performance on varied terrain

Cons
  • Cable routing can cause contact with knees or frame rub

  • Gearing may be too tall for steep off-road climbs

  • Tire choice is often conservative, limiting off-road capability

  • Front end can feel harsh compared to the rear IsoSpeed comfort

Key Quotes
IsoSpeed undoubtedly works. The back end of the Checkpoint was as comfortable as any that I’ve experienced on a performance oriented bike.
BIKEPACKING.com
Call me converted as I can confidently call the Checkpoint WSD Queen of the Quiver.
Bikerumor logoBikerumor
Whatever road or trail you choose, this Trek is all about speed.
BikeRadar logoBikeRadar
The Checkpoint is the cream of the gravel bike crop and a beautiful, lovingly crafted piece of art designed for riders who demand nothing but the best.
Cycling News logoCycling News
Sadly disappointing gravel bike debut from Trek, though fine if you want a fat-tyred road bike
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Velo
Bike of the year: Trek Checkpoint SL 5

dec 2020 · Ben Delaney

Gravel bikes abound, but this one checks all the boxes, and at a great price.

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Cycling News
Trek Checkpoint SL7 gravel bike - first ride review

jun 2020 · Laura Weislo

On early impressions, Trek's flagship gravel bike, the Checkpoint SL7, looks perfect for seekers of versatility and adventure

Hoogtepunten
  • Lightweight, agile and responsive ride

  • IsoSpeed shock adds comfort

  • Underbody protection for the eye-popping paint job

Dieptepunten
  • SRAM Force eTap AXS 1X drive not suited to mixed road/gravel

  • Top tube is too wide near the seat tube

  • Toe overlap in the smallest size

Lees recensie

Cycling Tips
Why you don't need to spend big to hit the gravel: The Trek Checkpoint ALR5 - CyclingTips

mei 2020 · Dave Everett

Late last year my beloved yet ageing gravel bike, an Orro Terra, became the apple of someone else’s eye. While I had my nose in the computer (probably editing a video) at the library, someone swiped it. Some savvy scumbag broke the lock and rode away. I’ll also add that said scumbag must be a […]

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Whistler Mountain Bike
2019 TREK Checkpoint SL6 Review

mrt 2020 · Dale Tiessen

Full disclosure, this is my first gravel bike. When gravel bikes entered the scene a few years, I initially remarked to myself this was another bike industry push to create something new and drive sales.

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BikeRadar
Trek Checkpoint AL 4 review

feb 2020 · Robin Wilmott

All-road versatility with refined road manners for a fine riding machine

Hoogtepunten
  • Frame design and mounts, hydraulic Tiagra groupset

Dieptepunten
  • Chirpy mudguards

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BIKEPACKING.com
Trek Checkpoint Review (SL6): Dirt Road Rocketry

nov 2018 · Joe Cruz

Joe tested the Trek Checkpoint SL6 on weekly fast roadie coffee shop rides, a 10-hr dirt randonee, and VT gravel/singletrack explorations. Here's the review

Hoogtepunten
  • Feels like a road race bike

  • IsoSpeed coupler absolutely smooths out jolts

  • Thoughtful design touches, including a variety of bosses for cages, armor under the downtube, bosses for a gas tank bag

  • Very capable on tarmac alongside its gravel prowess

Dieptepunten
  • Feels like a road race bike

  • 650b conversion not recommended

  • Unusual routing can cause cable contact with knees depending on out of the saddle pedaling style; might also interfere with feed bags

  • Long inseam riders may reach the end of the saddle height adjustment

  • Purpose built for speed rather than maximal bikepacking versatility

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Flow Mountain Bike
Is Gravel the new Road? Updates and Upgrades to our Trek Checkpoint

sep 2018

Trek’s first real dedicated gravel bike, the Checkpoint is a pretty cool beast, with loads of unique frame designs to give it a very distinct feel to its road bike brethren, cyclocross cousins or anything else in the catalogue. But, after a few rides on the type of terrain that it is built for, we saw …

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Bikerumor
Review: Trek Checkpoint SL 5 WSD gravel bike challenges a Quiver Queen’s throne

aug 2018 · Brooke Summers

The new Trek Checkpoint gravel bike covers all the bases off road and on, making it a versatile, adjustable option that could replace several of your bikes.

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Geometrie
Specificaties
Bouwen
Kader

Alpha 200 series aluminum, tapered head-tube, flat-mount disc brakes, 12mm thru-axle, internal cable routing, w/rack mounts and hidden fender mounts

Bandenopruiming38c

Vork

Checkpoint carbon disc, tapered steerer, flat mount disc brakes, rack mounts, hidden fender mounts, 12mm thru axle

Trapas

Sealed cartridge

Koptelefoon

Integrated, cartridge bearing, sealed, 1-1/8˝ top, 1.5˝ bottom

Stang

Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm, 7 degree, w/computer & light mounts

Stuur

Bontrager Comp VR-C, 31.8mm

Zadel

Bontrager Arvada Comp, steel rails

Zadelpen

Bontrager Approved, alloy, 27.2mm

TypeOnbuigzaam

Pedalen

Not included

Handvatten

Bontrager tape

Groepset
Achter derailleur

Shimano Sora

Voorderailleur

Shimano Sora

Zwengel

Shimano Sora, 50/34 (compact)

Verstellers

Shimano Sora, 9 speed

Cassette

Shimano Sora, 11-32, 9 speed

Ketting

Shimano Sora

Remmen

Tektro C550 Spyre, dual-piston mechanical disc brake, 160mm rotor

TypeTektro Mechanische schijf

Wielen
Velgen

Bontrager Affinity, Tubeless Ready, 24h

Voornaaf

Formula alloy disc, 12mm thru-axle, 24h

Achternaaf

Formula alloy disc, 12mm thru-axle, 24h

Banden

Bontrager R1 Hard-Case Lite, 700x32c

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