TREK CHECKPOINT SL5 DISC GRAVEL BIKE 2021
Trek’s Checkpoint SL5 Disc Gravel Bike combines a carbon frame with many flexible mounting options and Shimano’s GRX groupset for a highly versatile bike.
The 11-speed groupset is gravel-specific, so uses a 46/30 tooth chainset and 11-34 cassette to provide plenty of ratios for heavily laden climbs as well as fire road blasts. Shifting is as accurate and sweet as ever from Shimano, whilst the GRX flat mount hydraulic disc brakes are equally capable of dealing with a variety of weather conditions.
At the centre of the bike is the 500 Series OCLV Carbon frame which features Trek’s IsoSpeed technology. This allows the seat tube to move independently to the top tube and provides a greater degree of compliance than would otherwise be possible without compromising the frame’s stiffness and efficiency. The IsoZone handlebar also acts to protect the rider from fatiguing vibrations so that the bike can be both comfortable and fast. A multitude of mounting points allow for luggage, racks, mudguards and bottles to be carried in various configurations when venturing far from civilisation, but it can be stripped back for local loops or daily commuting duties. The tubeless-ready Bontrager GR1 Team Issue tyres are a good all-round option but the frame has sufficient clearance for 45mm rubber to be fitted if necessary for more grip or comfort.
Please note, accessories shown are for illustration only and not included.
HIGHLIGHTS
Trek 500 Series OCLV Carbon frame with IsoSpeed, Control Freak internal routing, Stranglehold dropouts and rack and mudguard mounts
Trek Checkpoint carbon fork with rack and mudguard mounts
Shimano GRX hydraulic disc brakes
Shimano GRX 11-speed mechanical groupset
Bontrager 700c wheelset with Bontrager GR1 Team Issue tyres
SPECIFICATION
Frame Trek 500 Series OCLV Carbon, IsoSpeed, tapered head tube, Control Freak internal routing, 3S chain keeper, rack and mudguard mounts, flat mount disc, Stranglehold dropouts, 142x12mm thru-axle
Fork Trek Checkpoint carbon, tapered carbon steerer, rack mounts, mudguard mounts, flat mount disc, 12x100mm thru-axle
Headset FSA Integrated, sealed cartridge bearing, 1-1/8" top, 1.5" bottom
Bottom Bracket Trek BB90
Stem Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree
Handlebar Bontrager Elite IsoZone VR-CF, alloy, 31.8mm, 93mm reach, 123mm drop
Handlebar tape Bontrager Supertack Perf tape
Front Brake Shimano GRX RX400 hydraulic disc
Rear Brake Shimano GRX RX400 hydraulic disc
Brake Levers Shimano GRX hydraulic disc
Front Derailleur Shimano GRX RX810, braze-on
Rear Derailleur Shimano GRX RX810, long cage, 34T max cog
Shift Levers Shimano GRX RX600, 11-speed
Cassette Shimano 105 HG700-11, 11-34t, 11-speed
Chain Shimano 105 HG601, 11-speed
Crankset Shimano GRX RX600, 46/30t
Front Wheel Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, Centre-Lock disc, 100x12mm thru-axle hub with Bontrager Tubeless Ready, 28-hole, 17mm width, Presta valve rim
Rear Wheel Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, Centre-Lock disc, Shimano 11-speed freehub, 142x12mm thru-axle hub with Bontrager Tubeless Ready, 28-hole, 17mm width, Presta valve rim
Front Tyre Bontrager GR1 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength casing, aramid bead, 120tpi, 700x40c clincher
Rear Tyre Bontrager GR1 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength casing, aramid bead, 120tpi, 700x40c clincher
Saddle Bontrager Montrose Comp, steel rails, 138mm width
Seatpost Bontrager carbon seatmast cap, 10mm offset
Pedals Available to be purchased separately
Claimed Manufacturers Weight 9.72kg size 54cm
