Checkpoint ALR 5 Gen 3
The Trek Checkpoint ALR 5 Gen 3 is a rugged and versatile aluminum gravel bike built for boundless adventure on any terrain. Combining a lightweight frame, a full carbon fork for smoothing out rough roads, and a dependable SRAM Apex XPLR 12-speed drivetrain, it's ready for epic gravel rides, bikepacking trips, and everything in between.
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Why we like the Trek Checkpoint ALR 5 Gen 3
Unbeatable Versatility & Customization
With its abundant rack, fender, and integrated frame bag mounts, the Checkpoint ALR 5 Gen 3 is a true chameleon, ready to transform from a minimalist racer to a fully loaded bikepacking rig, making it incredibly adaptable to any adventure.
Confidence-Inspiring Ride Quality
The lightweight aluminum frame, paired with a full carbon fork and generous 50mm tire clearance, works in harmony to absorb road chatter, providing a surprisingly smooth, stable, and comfortable ride that inspires confidence on challenging gravel.
Dependable 1x Drivetrain for Any Terrain
The SRAM Apex XPLR 12-speed drivetrain offers a vast gear range with the simplicity and reliability of a 1x setup, ensuring crisp, consistent shifting and ample gears to conquer steep climbs and maintain speed on diverse gravel surfaces.
The Breakdown | Stats
Frame Material
Aluminum
Headset
FSA Integrated, sealed cartridge bearing, 1-1/8" top, 1.5" bottom
Handlebar
Bontrager Elite Gravel, alloy (width varies by size)
Stem
Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree (length varies by size)
Saddle
Bontrager Verse Short Comp, steel rails
Components
Shifters
SRAM Apex, 12 speed
Front Derailleur
N/A (1x Drivetrain)
Rear Derailleur
SRAM Apex XPLR, 44T max cog
Crankset
SRAM Apex 1, 40T, DUB Wide (length varies by size)
Chain
SRAM Apex, 12 speed
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB Wide, T47 threaded, internal bearing
Brakeset
SRAM Apex D1 hydraulic disc, flat mount
Rotors
SRAM Paceline, rounded, centerlock, 160mm (Max brake rotor sizes: 180mm front & rear)
Cassette
SRAM XPLR PG-1231, 11-44, 12 speed
Wheels
Wheelset
Bontrager Paradigm 23, Tubeless Ready, 24-hole, 23mm width, Presta valve (Rims); Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing
Front Axle
12x100mm thru-axle (Bontrager Switch thru axle, removable lever)
Rear Axle
12x142mm thru-axle (Bontrager Switch thru axle, removable lever)
Hubs
Front: Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, CenterLock disc, 100x12mm thru axle / Rear: Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, CenterLock disc, Shimano 11-speed freehub, 142x12mm thru axle
Tires
Bontrager Girona Pro, Tubeless Ready, GR puncture protection, aramid bead, 60 tpi, 700x42mm
Tire Clearance
50mm without fenders, 42mm with fenders
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