The Checkpoint ALR 5 is a high-value alloy gravel bike that's kitted out with quality parts for long, rugged, miles on anything from chunky gravel to smooth road surfaces. A wealth of features like nimble yet stable progressive geometry, loads of mounts for epic bikepacking adventures, plus a SRAM Apex 1x12-speed drivetrain makes customising for any adventure easy
It's right for you if...
You favour epic gravel adventures that end with a big beverage and a burrito. But that doesn't mean you'll compromise on performance. You expect to get a lot for your hard-earned money, including quality, versatility, durability and a ridiculous amount of fun.
The tech you get
A stout 300 Series Alpha Aluminium frame with a progressive geometry that's stable at speed and efficient when you're grinding up a climb, hidden cables that won't interfere with bags, rack and mudguard mounts and integrated frame bag mounts, a 1x12 SRAM Apex drivetrain for grinding up hills or through rough gravel, hydraulic disc brakes for all-condition stopping power, tubeless-ready rims, and wide 700x40c gravel tyres for added stability and traction.
The final word
If the amount of adventure you can get per pound spent is a priority for you, the Checkpoint ALR 5 is your ride. Quality parts, a durable alloy frame and a wealth of features like extra tyre clearance and customisation options so you can confidently take on bigger, better adventures.
Why you'll love it
- Its progressive geometry is quick and nimble yet keeps you stable and in control on fast, choppy descents
- You get serious versatility that's suited for a wide variety of ride styles, from gravel and bikepacking to daily commutes
- Massive tyre clearance means you can use tyres up to 45 c for extra traction and stability in any conditions
- Integrated frame bag mounts and rack and mudguard mounts make it easy to carry gear and water
- SRAM's Apex 1x12 drivetrain gives you tons of gears for grinding up steep grades
All measurements provided in cm unless otherwise stated.
| Frame size number | Wheel size | A — Seat tube | B — Seat tube angle | C — Head tube length | D — Head angle | E — Effective top tube | G — Bottom bracket drop | H — Chainstay length | I — Offset | J — Trail | K — Wheelbase | L — Standover | M — Frame reach | N — Frame stack | Stem length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49 cm | 700c | 49.0 | 74.1° | 9.0 | 71.2° | 54.1 | 7.8 | 43.5 | 4.5 | 7.4 | 102.5 | 73.5 | 39.3 | 53.8 | 70.0 |
| 52 cm | 700c | 52.0 | 73.7° | 10.5 | 71.6° | 55.5 | 7.8 | 43.5 | 4.5 | 7.1 | 103.3 | 76.5 | 39.9 | 55.3 | 80.0 |
| 54 cm | 700c | 54.0 | 73.2° | 12.5 | 71.8° | 57.0 | 7.6 | 43.5 | 4.5 | 7.0 | 104.1 | 78.9 | 40.3 | 57.1 | 80.0 |
| 56 cm | 700c | 56.0 | 72.8° | 14.5 | 72.2° | 58.4 | 7.6 | 43.5 | 4.5 | 6.7 | 104.8 | 80.9 | 40.7 | 59.2 | 90.0 |
| 58 cm | 700c | 58.0 | 72.5° | 16.5 | 72.3° | 59.7 | 7.4 | 43.5 | 4.5 | 6.6 | 105.8 | 82.9 | 41.1 | 60.9 | 90.0 |
| 61 cm | 700c | 61.0 | 72.1° | 19.5 | 72.6° | 61.7 | 7.4 | 43.5 | 4.5 | 6.5 | 107.0 | 85.9 | 41.7 | 63.9 | 100.0 |
- Frame with Fork:
- 300 Series Alpha Aluminum, tapered head tube, Internal cable routing, 3S chain keeper, T47 BB, rack and fender mounts, integrated frame bag mounts, flat mount disc, 142x12mm thru axle
- Fork:
- Checkpoint, full carbon, tapered carbon steerer, rack mounts, fender mounts, flat mount disc, 12x100mm thru axle
- Hub front:
- Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, CenterLock disc, 100x12 mm thru axle
- Skewer front:
- Bontrager Switch thru axle, removable lever
- Hub rear:
- Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, CenterLock disc, Shimano 11-speed freehub, 142x12 mm thru axle
- Skewer rear:
- Bontrager Switch thru-axle, removable lever
- Rim:
- Bontrager Paradigm, Tubeless Ready, 24-hole, 21 mm width, Presta valve
- Tyre:
- Bontrager GR1 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength casing, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 700 x 40 c
- Tyre part:
- Bontrager TLR sealant, 180 ml/6 oz
- Rim strip:
- Bontrager Aeolus XXX rim strip
- Max tyre size:
- 700x45mm / 650x2.10"
- Shifter:
- SRAM Apex, 12-speed
- Rear derailleur:
- SRAM Apex XPLR, 44T max cog
- Crank:
- Size: 49 SRAM Apex 1, 40T, DUB Wide, 165 mm length Size: 52 SRAM Apex 1, 40T, DUB Wide, 170 mm length Size: 54, 56 SRAM Apex 1, 40T, DUB Wide, 172.5 mm length Size: 58, 61 SRAM Apex 1, 40T, DUB Wide, 175 mm length
- Bottom bracket:
- SRAM DUB, T47 threaded, internal bearing
- Cassette:
- SRAM XG-1230, 11-44, 12-speed
- Chain:
- SRAM Apex, 12-speed
- Max. chainring size:
- 1x: 44T, 2x: 50/34
- Saddle:
- Size: 49, 52 Bontrager Verse Comp, steel rails, 155 mm widthSize: 54, 56, 58, 61 Bontrager Verse Comp, steel rails, 145 mm width
- Seatpost:
- Bontrager alloy, 27.2 mm, 12 mm offset, 330 mm length
- Stem:
- Size: 49 Bontrager Elite, 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree, 70 mm length Size: 52, 54 Bontrager Elite, 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree, 80 mm length Size: 56, 58 Bontrager Elite, 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree, 90 mm length Size: 61
- Brake:
- SRAM Apex hydraulic disc, flat mount
- Brake rotor:
- SRAM Paceline, rounded, CentreLock, 160 mm
- Brake lever:
- SRAM Apex, 12-speed
- Rotor size:
- Max brake rotor sizes: 160mm front & rear
- Availability:
- Please see above
- Please note:
- Trek reserve the right to make changes to the product information contained on this site at any time without notice, including with respect to equipment, specifications, models, colours, materials and pricing
