Description
It’s right for you if…
You’ve heard about the new frontier of gravel riding and want to dip your toes into the grit with an affordable, capable ride that can meet your all-road adventure aspirations and also function as your daily commuter.
The tech you get
A 200 Series Alpha Aluminium frame with massive tyre clearance, a carbon disc fork, 12 mm thru-axles, a 2×9 Shimano Sora drivetrain, mudguard and rack mounts, Tektro mechanical disc brakes for all-weather stopping power, Tubeless Ready wheels and 700×32 Bontrager R1 Hard-Case Lite tyres.
The final word
A rugged all-road ride for gravel adventures, daily commutes, touring and more! Checkpoint AL 3 gives you all the capability of a true gravel bike at a price that leaves cash in your pocket for camp site fees, race entries and post-adventure fun.
Why you’ll love it
- This bike is exceedingly versatile and suited to a wide variety of riding styles, including gravel rides, bikepacking and daily commutes
- Massive tyre clearance means you can use tyres up to 38 c for extra traction and stability in any conditions
- Mounts on the seat tube and both sides of the down tube make it easy to carry extra gear and water
- Internal routing protects your cables, even when the gravel gets muddy
- Internal routing protects your cables, even when the gravel gets muddy

Specification | |
Features | |
This bike is exceedingly versatile and suited to a wide variety of riding styles, including gravel rides, bikepacking and daily commutes | |
Massive tyre clearance means you can use tyres up to 38 c for extra traction and stability in any conditions | |
Mounts on the seat tube and both sides of the down tube make it easy to carry extra gear and water | |
Internal routing protects your cables, even when the gravel gets muddy | |
Internal routing protects your cables, even when the gravel gets muddy | |
Description | |
Weight | 56 – 10.50 kg / 23.15 lbs |
Frameset | |
Frame | Alpha 200 series aluminium, tapered head-tube, flat-mount disc brakes, 12mm thru-axle, internal cable routing, w/rack mounts and hidden fender mounts |
Fork | Checkpoint carbon disc, tapered steerer, flat-mount disc brakes, rack mounts, hidden mudguard mounts, 12 mm thru axle |
Wheels | |
Front Hub | Formula alloy disc, 12 mm thru-axle, 24h |
Rear Hub | Formula alloy disc, 12 mm thru-axle, 24h |
Rims | Bontrager Affinity, Tubeless Ready, 24h |
Tires | Bontrager R1 Hard-Case Lite, 700x32c |
Drivetrain | |
Shifters | Shimano Sora, 9-speed |
Front derailleur | Shimano Sora |
Rear derailleur | Shimano Sora |
Crank | Shimano Sora, 50/34 (compact) |
Bottom bracket | Sealed cartridge |
Cassette | Shimano Sora, 11-32, 9-speed |
Chain | Shimano Sora |
Pedals | Not included |
Components | |
Saddle | Bontrager Arvada Comp, steel rails |
Seatpost | Bontrager-Approved, alloy, 27.2 mm |
Handlebar | Bontrager Comp VR-C, 31.8 mm |
Stem | Bontrager Elite, 31.8 mm, 7-degree, w/computer and light mounts |
Grips | Bontrager tape |
Headset | Integrated, cartridge bearing, sealed, 1-1/8˝ top, 1.5˝ bottom |
Brakeset | Tektro C550 Spyre, dual-piston mechanical disc brake, 160mm rotor |
Sizing & fit
Proper bike fit is essential for best performance and comfort. Any size and geometry measurements shown on trekbikes.com are for general comparison purposes only. To find your perfect fit, visit an authorised Trek retailer, where an expert skilled at sizing will help you find the appropriate bike and size for your individual needs.


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