TREK Checkpoint SL 5 AXS GEN 3 2025
Model Year | 2025 |
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Options | Size: XS; Colour: Lava/Black Olive; CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE Size: S; Colour: Lava/Black Olive; CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE Size: M; Colour: Lava/Black Olive; CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE Size: ML; Colour: Lava/Black Olive; CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE Size: L; Colour: Lava/Black Olive; CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE Size: XL; Colour: Lava/Black Olive; AVAILABLE TO ORDER FROM SUPPLIER Size: XS; Colour: Trek Black/Matte Carbon Smoke; AVAILABLE TO ORDER FROM SUPPLIER Size: S; Colour: Trek Black/Matte Carbon Smoke; AVAILABLE TO ORDER FROM SUPPLIER Size: M; Colour: Trek Black/Matte Carbon Smoke; AVAILABLE TO ORDER FROM SUPPLIER Size: ML; Colour: Trek Black/Matte Carbon Smoke; AVAILABLE TO ORDER FROM SUPPLIER Size: L; Colour: Trek Black/Matte Carbon Smoke; AVAILABLE TO ORDER FROM SUPPLIER Size: XL; Colour: Trek Black/Matte Carbon Smoke; AVAILABLE TO ORDER FROM SUPPLIER |
Style | The Checkpoint SL 5 AXS Gen 3 is an adventure-ready carbon gravel bike built to roll into the distant horizon. Its lightweight carbon frame is designed with comfort-focused geometry, room for beefy 50mm tyres (as measured), and plenty of frame and fork mounts. Plus, IsoSpeed comfort technology helps soak up jarring road vibrations, helping you float over chatter and potholes. It comes equipped with a wireless 12-speed SRAM Apex XPLR AXS drivetrain to deliver plenty of gears for exploring the dusty road. Highlights: - The Checkpoint's Gravel Endurance geometry lets you sit higher up and features a shorter reach to keep you comfortable on all-day gravel adventures, light singletrack, bike-packing trips and more - Road-smoothing IsoSpeed comfort tech soaks up vibration from rough surfaces to keep you feeling fresher for longer - A SRAM Apex XPLR AXS 12-speed drivetrain offers precise, fully wireless shifting that's made for the roughest roads - Clearance for 50mm tyres (as measured) means that you can add extra traction and cushion for rowdy gravel roads - You can haul it all with large internal frame storage and mounts galore on the frame and fork for hydration, front and rear racks, mudguards and Adventure Bags that were designed to perfectly fit the Checkpoint - Dropper post and suspension fork compatible (except size XS) It's right for you if... You want a carbon gravel bike for exploring the beyond, and want to save on parts you can upgrade over time. You want the gravel-smoothing benefits of IsoSpeed tech that soaks up chatter from below so you can ride stronger for longer and plenty of mounts to carry all your gear and hydration. The tech you get: A 500 Series OCLV Carbon frame with a carbon fork, internal downtube storage, frame and fork mounts, and clearance for 50mm tyres (as measured). A 12-speed 1x SRAM Apex XPLR AXS fully wireless drivetrain, hydraulic disc brakes, carbon seat post, and Tubeless Ready Bontrager Paradigm SL wheels with 42mm tyres. Details: - IsoSpeed: The revolutionary IsoSpeed rear decoupler gives professional athletes and riders the world over an immediate advantage over rough roads and gravel thanks to double the compliance of a traditional road bike while still putting all the rider's power to the road. Trek's engineers designed a decoupler that allows the seat tube to rotate independently from the top tube-to-seatstay junction, increasing vertical compliance to twice that of the nearest rival system, without compromising pedalling efficiency. Result: you can ride harder, longer. - 500 Series OCLV Carbon: OCLV is Trek's patented carbon production process. Over two decades ago, Trek engineers developed the Optimum Compaction, Low Void carbon manufacturing process, enabling them to produce carbon bikes with consistency and quality previously thought impossible. It was an industry breakthrough and to this day, Trek OCLV carbon frames are the best, most consistent you can buy. Optimum Compaction means the carbon material is densely compressed, achieving the optimal fibre-to-resin ratio to maximise strength and minimise weight. Low Void (LV) means the carbon has almost no microscopic gaps between carbon layers, achieving a strength that exceeds even aerospace standards. 500 Series achieves a superb balance and light weight, strength and stiffness that's perfectly suited to the sophisticated frame technologies that distinguish Trek frames. - Tapered headtube: The fork tapers from a 1.5" lower bearing to a 1 1/8" upper bearing. The larger-diameter lower bearing keeps the fork stiffer under cornering loads and distributes forces more evenly, increasing the life of the bearings. Result: a more confident and durable ride. - Flat Mount Brakes: more elegant, lighter and smaller than standard disc brakes, providing superior performance for gravel bikes. - Chain keeper is integrated directly into the bike frame. It's an elegant solution that provides flawless gear shifting even on rough roads and under heavy loads. No more standing on the side of the road, covered in grease, unwedging your dropped chain as competitors race by. - Blendr Integration: Blendr seamlessly mounts Bontrager Trip computers, Bontrager Ion lights and Garmin computers directly to the handlebars, keeping everything zip tie-free and in its place. - Mudguard and pannier rack compatible: Mudguard mounts allow for full-coverage mudguards so you can ride comfortably in less-than-ideal conditions. Rack mounts enable Checkpoint SL to become your favourite commuter or touring bike. Next model up: Checkpoint SL 6 AXS GEN 3 |
Frame | 500 Series OCLV Carbon, IsoSpeed, downtube storage door, hidden mudguard mounts, rack mounts, integrated frame bag mounts, invisible cable routing, T47, flat-mount disc, integrated chainkeeper, removable FD hanger, UDH, 142x12mm chamfered thru axle. Lifetime warranty. |
Forks | Checkpoint, full carbon, tapered carbon steerer, triple rack mounts, mudguard mounts, flat mount disc, 12x100mm chamfered thru-axle. Lifetime warranty. |
Rear Derailleur | SRAM Apex XPLR eTap AXS (44T maximum cog) |
Shifters | SRAM Apex eTap AXS, 12 speed |
Chainset | SRAM Apex 1, 40T, DUB Wide |
Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB, T47 threaded, internal bearing |
Chain | SRAM Apex |
Freewheel | SRAM XPLR PG-1231, 10-44, 12 speed cassette |
Headset | FSA integrated, cartridge bearing, sealed, 1 1/8" top, 1.5" bottom |
Stem | Bontrager Elite, Blendr compatible (mounts available for Bontrager lights and Bontrager and Garmin computers), 31.8mm, 7 degree |
Handlebars | Bontrager GR Elite IsoZone Gravel, alloy, 31.8mm, 15 degree flare; replaceable IsoZone EVA pads (included) add ride comfort while maintaining original grip diameter |
Front Brake | SRAM Apex flat mount hydraulic disc, SRAM Paceline 160mm CentreLock rotor |
Rear Brake | SRAM Apex flat mount hydraulic disc, SRAM Paceline 160mm CentreLock rotor |
Brake Levers | SRAM Apex eTap AXS |
Rims | Bontrager Paradigm SL, Tubeless Ready, 24H, 21mm rim width |
Front Hub | Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, CentreLock disc, 100x12mm thru axle |
Rear Hub | Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, CentreLock disc, 142x12mm thru axle |
Spokes | Stainless |
Tyres | Bontrager Girona Pro, Tubeless Ready, GR bead to bead puncture protection, lightweight foldable aramid bead, 60tpi, 700x42c, tubeless pre-installed |
Saddle | Bontrager Verse Short Comp |
Seatpost | Bontrager carbon, 27.2mm, 8mm offset, 330mm length |
Grips | Bontrager Supertack Perf tape |
Miscellaneous | Trek BITS Internal Frame Storage Bag; eTap batteries and charger; Weight: 9.5kg (M/L, with tubeless sealant) |
As with any product, specification is subject to change without prior notification. You are advised to confirm current specification before buying.