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Trek Checkpoint ALR 5

80%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend
Trek Checkpoint ALR 5
  • Color: Era White/Trek Black
$1,699.93
$2,499.99
Color: Era White/Trek Black
Size: 58cm
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Details

Checkpoint ALR 5 is the best value gravel bike in the lineup. It's a high-quality build that will hold up for long, rugged miles on pavement, dirt, and even the most treacherous gravel roads. A wealth of features like nimble-yet-stable progressive geometry, loads of mounts, plus a GRX drivetrain make it easy to customize for your kind of adventure.

It's right for you if...
Unlike the pure roadie who measures watts and weighs out meals, you favor epic off-road adventures that probably end with a beer and a burrito. But that doesn't mean you'll compromise on performance. You expect to get a lot for your hard-earned dollar, including quality, versatility, durability, and a ridiculous amount of fun.

The tech you get
A stout aluminum 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 fender mounts and integrated frame bag mounts, a 2x11 Shimano GRX drivetrain with lower gears for grinding up hills or through rough gravel, hydraulic disc brakes for all-condition stopping power, tubeless ready rims, and wide 700x40c gravel tires for added stability and traction.

The final word
If the amount of adventure you can get per dollar spent is a priority for you, you won't do better than Checkpoint ALR 5. Quality parts, a durable alloy frame, and a wealth of features like extra tire clearance and customization options so you can confidently take on bigger, better adventures.

Why you'll love it
- All-new progressive geometry is quick and nimble yet keeps you stable and in control on fast, choppy descents
- This bike is exceedingly versatile and suited to a wide variety of ride styles, including gravel rides, bikepacking, and daily commutes
- Massive tire clearance means you can use tires up to 45c for extra traction and stability in any conditions
- Integrated frame bag mounts and rack and fender mounts make it easy to carry gear and water

bike frame with labeled dimensions
Bike Sizes:
49 cm52 cm54 cm56 cm58 cm61 cm
A. Reach 39.3cm 39.9cm 40.3cm 40.7cm 41.1cm 41.7cm
B. Stack 53.8cm 55.3cm 57.1cm 59.2cm 60.9cm 63.9cm
C. Standover 73.5cm 76.5cm 78.9cm 80.9cm 82.9cm 85.9cm
D. Effective Top Tube 54.1cm 55.5cm 57cm 58.4cm 59.7cm 61.7cm
E. Head Tube Angle 71.2° 71.6° 71.8° 72.2° 72.3° 72.6°
F. Head Tube Length 9cm 10.5cm 12.5cm 14.5cm 16.5cm 19.5cm
G. Seat Tube Angle 74.1° 73.7° 73.2° 72.8° 72.5° 72.1°
H. Seat Tube Length 49cm 52cm 54cm 56cm 58cm 61cm
J. Bottom Bracket Drop 7.8cm 7.8cm 7.6cm 7.6cm 7.4cm 7.4cm
K. Fork Rake/Offset 4.5cm 4.5cm 4.5cm 4.5cm 4.5cm 4.5cm
L. Trail 7.4cm 7.1cm 7cm 6.7cm 6.6cm 6.5cm
M. Wheelbase 102.5cm 103.3cm 104.1cm 104.8cm 105.8cm 107cm
O. Chainstay Length 43.5cm 43.5cm 43.5cm 43.5cm 43.5cm 43.5cm

Specs

Frame 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, carbon legs, tapered alloy steerer, rack mounts, fender mounts, flat mount disc, 12x100mm thru axle
Rims Bontrager Paradigm SL, Tubeless Ready, 24-hole, 21mm width, presta valve
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
Spokes 14g stainless steel
Tires Bontrager GR1 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength casing, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 700x40c
Bottom Bracket Praxis, T47 threaded, internal bearing
Crankset Shimano GRX RX600, 46/30
Shifters Shimano GRX RX600, 11 speed
Front Derailleur Shimano GRX RX810, braze-on
Rear Derailleur Shimano GRX RX810, long cage, 34T max cog
Cassette/Freewheel Shimano 105 HG700-11, 11-34, 11 speed
Chain Shimano 105 HG601
Rotors Shimano SM-RT70, centerlock, 160mm
Handlebars Bontrager Elite Gravel
Tape/Grips Bontrager Supertack Perf tape
Stem Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree
Seatpost Bontrager alloy, 27.2mm, 12mm offset, 330mm length
Saddle Bontrager P3 Verse Comp, steel rails
Pedals Sold separately

* Subject to change without notice.

Part Numbers

Option UPC MPN Store SKU
Era White/Trek Black / 58cm 601842588147 5260849 CHE3352978K

Reviews

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4.0

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80%
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Ratings Distribution

Reviewed by 6 customers

2 seasons down, forever to go I hope!

Submitted 2 years ago

By Papa John

From Chicago, IL

I beat this bike to death and it keeps rolling for more. From a 45mph head on collision in which the frame suffered no damage (nor the fork, RIP the stock front wheel though, but at 45MPH I'm just happy to be alive) to tackling singletrack in the hilliest part of Chicagoland, this has been a comfortable and reliable bike from the start.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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do it all

Submitted 2 years ago

By ed

From Northshore, MA

im 5' 7" about 190lbs, in between sizes 52cm-54cm but opted for the 52cm for better handling, and it's still a comfortable ride. i'm returning to cycling after a 5-6 year hiatus and wasn't sure if i should go with a pure road bike or something in between. with this bike, i'm confident experimenting with gravel biking, bike packing, and road cycling. i plan on getting a dedicated road wheel set to avoid dropping on group rides. it's not the fastest bike, bit its comfortable and versatile.

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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Poorly designed bike

Submitted 2 years ago

By AvidCyclist

From Zion, IL

Buyers, beware the cable lines will scratch the entire frame (after two rides), and the only solution from Trek will be to use touch-up paint. I recommend that prospective buyers go with another brand. It's clear the quality and design of Trek bikes have gone down.

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend to a friend

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I cannot describe how happy I am with my ALR5

Submitted 2 years ago

By Paul

From Mystic

Owned since 11-17-2019. FYI- I am 65 yrs old, ~165 lbs. The fitment is perfect for me- thanks to Mystic Cycle' size recommendation. Surprised at it's efficiency -tubeless GR1 team tires contribute to an amazingly comfortable ride as well, even on unpaved surfaces. In love since first test ride- ~ 600mi before end of that Feb despite weather aspects. I simply did not want to get off. The 1300 Lumen Ion Pro/Ion Flare combo enables stress-less safety during the day and opened a whole new world at night. The Montrose seat (which I viewed as a too-narrow placeholder) turned out to be so insanely comfortable I basically forgot to search for alternatives. The shifters provide progressive stepping- quickly popping up to the large chainring, for example, can be chosen to provide, if desired, an identical (or nearly) ratio by managing the cassette's shifter- very convenient when efficient upshifting is necessary during, for example, rapid acceleration thru an intersection or topping a hill. The brakes are amazing. Still can't believe the ride quality on unpaved surfaces and the relative efficiency on the road. Absolutely the BEST bike I ever owned- and I have owned many. I have to stress, again how comfortable this bike is- which makes riding so joyful. I wish everyone, regardless of your choices, the same.

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Happy bike!

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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13 months in

Submitted 3 years ago

By Joe

From Newfoundland

Bought this 13 months ago to replace a 30 year old road bike and a 25 year old mountain bike. Very versatile. I did buy a second hand set of road tire equipped wheels to ride with my triathlete partner. The gravel ones were fine, but just a bit slow for 90km rides. Love this bike. Does everything. I do have a carbon aero bike, but this is so comfortable, so it's used more. Only complaint was the seat for my anatomy. But that's a personal thing for the longer rides. So far about 3000 km of trouble free riding.

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Great Value and a great pure road bike as well

Submitted 3 years ago

By Oncdocchicago

From Chicago

I use mainly as a road bike but appreciate the gravel tires for when any road adventure sometimes detours you. You can hold your own against any road bike out there with this one and for the price, it is a steal.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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