Best Gravel Bikes of 2022
'Trek’s redesigned Checkpoint ticks all the boxes of what a modern gravel bike should be... one of the most comfortable gravel bikes we’ve ever ridden, especially on chunky gravel and washboard.'
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4.5/5
"What Trek gets right with the Checkpoint is the handling, the comfort, the storage options and the flexibility to alter the cockpit or the drivetrain. The attention to detail... is welcome and warranted for a top-end machine."
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'An excellent gravel race bike'
'Trek's new Checkpoint SLR 9 eTap is an excellent gravel race bike, built with features and geometry that calm rough surfaces without the handling feeling vague or sluggish. After two months on it, I can say that the bike we named the 2021 VeloNews Bike of the Year has only got better.
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'One of the best gravel bikes I’ve been on'
'Overall, the new Checkpoint is a wonderful gravel bike. It’s faster, handles better and is more suited to the needs of today’s gravel rider.'
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"More capable… easier to ride on fast on unpaved surfaces"
"As with other bikes with similarly long front ends, the revamped Checkpoint is easier and more confidence-inspiring to ride off-road on even moderately steep or loose terrain than before."
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"Progressive geometry and frame storage"
"Trek has revamped its Checkpoint line-up, with the updated gravel bike coming in not one but three different flavours, catering for the needs of go-fast racers, rough-and-ready adventurers and riders looking for a versatile N+1."
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Checkpoint-compatible accessories
Whether your adventures take you on gravel or tarmac, to the back country or front country – here are the accessories you need to make sure that your Checkpoint is always ready.
Shop nowService manual
Time to get out the repair stand for some maintenance? Find a detailed breakdown of your bike with part numbers, torque values and platform-specific tech instructions below.
Get it hereExperience Checkpoint with Trek Travel
Adventure unpaved on a Trek Travel trip with Checkpoint. Plus, enjoy up to £420 off your next bike purchase when you take the cycling vacation of a lifetime.
Find your dream tripThe beginner’s guide to racing on gravel
Whether you're racing for the win or for the joy of getting out on two wheels with hundreds of like-minded riders, getting started with gravel racing is easy – it just takes some planning.
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New progressive geometry
For quick, nimble handling that still keeps you stable and in control on rougher descents.
Tyre clearance
Lots of clearance means you can run meatier tyres (700x45 mm or 27.5x2.1") for tackling chunkier gravel and terrain.
Tons of mounts
Integrated frame bag and mudguard mounts make it easy to carry gear and water.
Sleek internal storage
A built-in storage compartment in the downtube lets you stow tools and gear.
IsoSpeed smooth
The damped, controlled rebound of the IsoSpeed decoupler soaks up fatiguing bumps without bouncing you around.
Integrated power meter
This bike helps you get the most out of every ride with a SRAM power meter that measures your input and provides accurate data, allowing you to track your progress and tailor your training to crush your goals.
Don’t forget your pedals
This bike doesn’t come with pedals because you’ll have a better time on your new bike if you choose your own. See the pedal guide to find the best pedals for your riding style.
Adventure-ready gear
Deck out your Checkpoint SLR with our favourite compatible accessories
Shop nowDon’t forget your pedals
This bike doesn’t come with pedals because you’ll have a better time on your new bike if you choose your own. See the pedal guide to find the best pedals for your riding style.
See the guideCarbon Care Wheel Loyalty Programme
Every set of Bontrager carbon wheels is backed by the Carbon Care Wheel Loyalty Programme. In the unlikely event that you damage your Bontrager carbon wheels within the first two years of ownership, we’ll repair or replace them for free.
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Don't settle for anyone else's bike. Create your very own with Project One, Trek's custom bike programme.
Learn moreWarrantied for life
Carbon wheels can lighten your ride and improve your performance – and when you ride Bontrager, your investment is protected. All Bontrager carbon wheels are backed by a lifetime warranty for the original owner.
700 Series OCLV
The 700 Series OCLV Carbon is light, strong and delivers an incredible ride quality that only Trek’s OCLV Carbon can provide.
| Frame | 700 Series OCLV Carbon, IsoSpeed, downtube storage door, internal routing, Ride Tuned seat mast, chain keeper, T47 BB, mudguard mounts, integrated frame bag mounts, flat-mount disc, 142x12 mm thru axle |
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| Fork | Checkpoint carbon, tapered carbon steerer, mudguard mounts, flat-mount disc, 12x100 mm thru axle |
| Weight | 8.50 kg / 18.74 lb |
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| Weight limit | This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider and cargo) of 125 kg (275 lb). |
| Battery | SRAM eTap battery pack (with charger) |
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| Shifter | SRAM Force AXS D2, 12-speed |
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| Rear derailleur | SRAM Force XPLR AXS D2, 44T max cog |
| *Crank |
Size:
49 SRAM Force 1 AXS D2 w/ power meter, 40T, DUB, 165 mm length |
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Size:
52 SRAM Force 1 AXS D2 w/ power meter, 40T, DUB, 170 mm length |
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Size:
54, 56, 58, 61 SRAM Force 1 AXS D2 w/ power meter, 40T, DUB, 172.5 mm length |
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| Bottom bracket | SRAM DUB, T47 threaded, internal bearing |
| Cassette | SRAM XG-1271, 10-44, 12-speed |
| Chain | SRAM Force, 12-speed |
| Max. chainring size | 1x: 46T, 2x: 50/37 |
| *Wheel front |
Size:
49, 52, 54, 56, 58, 61 Bontrager Aeolus Pro 3V, OCLV Carbon, Tubeless Ready, 25 mm rim width, 100 x 12 mm thru axle |
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Size:
49, 52, 54, 56, 58, 61 Bontrager Aeolus Pro 3V, OCLV Carbon, Tubeless Ready, 25 mm rim width, 100x12 mm thru axle |
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| Wheel rear | Bontrager Aeolus Pro 3V, OCLV Carbon, Tubeless Ready, 25 mm rim width, 142x12 mm thru axle |
| Skewer front | Bontrager Switch thru axle, removable lever |
| Skewer rear | Bontrager Switch thru-axle, removable lever |
| Tyre | Bontrager GR1 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength casing, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 700x40 mm |
| Tyre part | Bontrager TLR sealant, 180 ml/6 oz |
| Rim strip | Bontrager TLR |
| Max tyre size | See service manual |
| *Saddle |
Size:
49, 52 Verse Short Elite, hollow magnesium rails, 155 mm width |
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Size:
54, 56, 58, 61 Verse Short Elite, hollow magnesium rails, 145 mm width |
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Size:
54, 56, 58, 61 Verse Short Elite, hollow stainless steel rails, 145 mm width |
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| *Seatpost |
Size:
49, 52, 54, 56 Bontrager carbon seat mast cap, 5 mm offset, short length |
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Size:
58, 61 Bontrager carbon seat mast cap, 5 mm offset, tall length |
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| *Handlebar |
Size:
49 Bontrager Pro IsoCore VR-SF, 38cm |
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Size:
52 Bontrager Pro IsoCore VR-SF, 40cm |
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Size:
54, 56 Bontrager Pro IsoCore VR-SF, 42cm |
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Size:
58, 61 Bontrager Pro IsoCore VR-SF, 44cm |
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| Handlebar tape | Bontrager Supertack Perf tape |
| *Stem |
Size:
49 Bontrager Pro, 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree, 70 mm length |
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Size:
52, 54 Bontrager Pro, 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree, 80 mm length |
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Size:
56, 58 Bontrager Pro, 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree, 90 mm length |
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Size:
61 Bontrager Pro, 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree, 100 mm length |
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| Brake | SRAM Force AXS hydraulic disc |
| Brake rotor | SRAM CentreLine X, CentreLock, round edge, 160 mm |
| Rotor size | Max brake rotor sizes: 160 mm front and rear |
| Bag | Bontrager BITS Internal Frame Storage Bag |
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