Want a ride that balances price and performance? Checkpoint ALR 5 delivers with endurance gravel geometry, upgraded components, and an Alpha Aluminum frame that's durable, comfortable, and easier on the planet.
Trek Checkpoint ALR 5 Gen 3 2026
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Trek Checkpoint ALR 5 Gen 3 – Versatile Aluminum Gravel Bike with Carbon Fork and 12-Speed SRAM Apex XPLR
The Trek Checkpoint ALR 5 Gen 3 is built for adventure on any terrain, combining durable aluminum construction with smooth-riding carbon fork comfort. Its modern endurance geometry keeps you comfortable on long rides, while 50mm tire clearance offers excellent traction and versatility. Equipped with SRAM Apex XPLR 12-speed shifting, hydraulic disc brakes, Tubeless Ready Bontrager Paradigm wheels, and multiple mounts for bags and accessories, this gravel bike is ready to explore anywhere.
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IT'S RIGHT FOR YOU IF |
You're ready to explore the roads less traveled and want a versatile aluminum bike that's built to tackle it all. You want confident geometry that keeps you comfortable on gravel or rough roads and upgraded components where it matters most, like 12-speed SRAM Apex XPLR shifting. |
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THE TECH YOU GET |
A 300 Series Alpha Aluminum frame with a full carbon fork, with clearance for up to 50mm tires. Upgraded SRAM Apex XPLR 12-speed shifting, hydraulic disc brakes, Bontrager Paradigm wheels with Bontrager Girona Pro Tubeless Ready tires, plus mounts for loading up with bags, racks, and gear. |
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WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT |
Checkpoint ALR features the same updated endurance geometry as its carbon sibling, giving you comfort and control in the rough stuff You get road-smoothing comfort from a full carbon fork and clearance for up to 50mm tires Its spec'd with 12-speed SRAM Apex XPRL shifting that's extra durable and provides plenty of gears for steep climbs and long grinds alike Tons of mounts on the frame and fork give you places to load up for epic bikepacking adventures or commuting around town |
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Battery: SRAM eTap battery pack (with charger) |
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Saddle: Verse Short Comp, steel rails, 145mm width Seatpost: Bontrager alloy, 27.2mm, 12mm offset, 330mm length *Handlebar: Size: XS, S Size: M, ML Size: L Size: XL Handlebar Tape: Bontrager Supertack Perf tape *Stem: Size: XS Size: S, M Size: ML, L Size: XL Brake: Size: XS, S, M, ML, L, XL Size: XS, S, M, ML, L, XL Rotor Rotor: SRAM Paceline, rounded, centerlock, 160mm Brake Lever: SRAM Apex, 12 speed Rotor Size: Max brake rotor sizes: 180mm front & rear |
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Weight: ML - 9.87 kg / 21.76 lbs (with TLR sealant, no tubes) Weight Limit: This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider, and cargo) of 275 pounds (125 kg). |
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