Trek Checkpoint ALR 5 Women’s 2019
2019 Road
Estimate price |
2,099$
Weight | 9.77 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset 105 -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
49cm
158cm - 164cm
52cm
161cm - 169cm
54cm
167cm - 175cm
56cm
172cm - 180cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
300 Series Alpha Aluminum, tapered head tube, Control Freak internal routing, 3S chain keeper, rack and fender mounts, flat mount disc, Stranglehold dropouts, 142x12mm thru axle
Suspension Fork
Checkpoint carbon, tapered alloy steerer, rack mounts, fender mounts, flat mount disc, 12x100mm thru axle
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 105 R7000, Shadow design, long cage, 34T max cog
Front Derailleur
Shimano 105 R7000, 31.8mm clamp
Shift Levers
Shimano 105 R7020, 11 speed
Cassette
Shimano 105 HG700-11, 11-34, 11 speed
Crank
Size: 49, Shimano 105 R7000, 50/34 (compact), 165mm length; Size: 52, Shimano 105 R7000, 50/34 (compact), 170mm length; Size: 54, 56, Shimano 105 R7000, 50/34 (compact), 172.5mm length
Bottom Bracket
Shimano RS500, 92mm, PressFit
Chain
Shimano 105 HG601, 11 speed
Wheels
Front Hub
Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, centerlock disc, 100x12mm thru axle
Rear Hub
Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, centerlock disc, Shimano 11-speed freehub, 142x12mm thru axle
Rims
Bontrager Tubeless Ready, 28-hole, 17mm width, presta valve
Tires
Bontrager GR1 Comp, wire bead, 60 tpi, 700x40c
Cockpit
Stem
Size: 49, Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 80mm length; Size: 52, 54, Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 90mm length; Size: 56, Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm clamp, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 100mm length
Handlebar
Size: 49, 52, Bontrager Elite IsoZone VR-CF, alloy, 31.8mm, 93mm reach, 123mm drop, 38cm width; Size: 54, 56, Bontrager Elite IsoZone VR-CF, alloy, 31.8mm, 93mm reach, 123mm drop, 40cm width
Headset
FSA Integrated, sealed cartridge bearing, 1-1/8'' top, 1.5'' bottom
Seat
Saddle
Bontrager Ajna Comp Gel, hollow chromoly rails, 154mm width
Seatpost
Bontrager Approved, alloy, 27.2mm, 8mm offset, 330mm length
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 49cm | 52cm | 54cm | 56cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.42 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.51 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 271 mm | 271 mm | 273 mm | 273 mm |
| Front Center | 582 mm | 592 mm | 601 mm | 607 mm |
| Rake | 49 mm | 49 mm | 49 mm | 49 mm |
| Trail | 66 mm | 65 mm | 64 mm | 61 mm |
| Stack | 537 mm | 554 mm | 572 mm | 591 mm |
| Reach | 378 mm | 384 mm | 388 mm | 392 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 520 mm | 541 mm | 556 mm | 571 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 490 mm | 520 mm | 540 mm | 560 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71.4 ° | 71.6 ° | 71.8 ° | 72.2 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 107 mm | 126 mm | 145 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 430 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1000 mm | 1010 mm | 1019 mm | 1025 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 78 mm | 78 mm | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Standover Height | 754 mm | 775 mm | 794 mm | 813 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 161 cm | 167 cm | 172 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 164 cm | 169 cm | 175 cm | 180 cm |
About this model
Checkpoint ALR 5 Women’s completes the Trek Checkpoint model. There are 70 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Trek Checkpoint bikes models from 2019, here.
Model range prices
Trek Checkpoint AL 3 2019 is the cheapest bike model and costs 1199$. Trek Checkpoint SL 6 2019 is the most expensive one and costs 3999$.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Gravel bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Gravel bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2462$. However, you could also get a good Gravel bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
When Trek released this model in 2019, its price was 2099$. Comparing the average cost of a Gravel bike to this one, you will see that Checkpoint ALR 5 Women’s price is 17.29% lower.
Average weight for Gravel bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Gravel bike, we get 8.13 kg (17.92 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
With a weight of 9.77 kg (21.54 lbs), Trek bike is much heavier than average. In other words, this model is 20.17% heavier than the average Gravel bike.
Internal Cable Routing
Moreover, this bike comes with internal cable routing allowing you to keep the cables in a good condition. It also makes it look more professional.
Overview of components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a carbon one, so, its weight is considerably lighter than one made out of steel. However, they cost a bit more than steel forks.
Wheels size
The wheels on Checkpoint ALR 5 Women’s are the 700c aluminum type. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Checkpoint ALR 5 Women’s comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Trek Checkpoint ALR 5 Women’s bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 158 cm – 180 cm (5.18 ft – 5.91 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.