Trek Checkpoint SL 5 2022
2022 Road
Estimate price |
4,128$
Weight | 9.7 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset GRX 800, GRX 600 -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
49cm
156cm - 164cm
52cm
162cm - 169cm
54cm
167cm - 175cm
56cm
173cm - 181cm
58cm
179cm - 186cm
61cm
184cm - 191cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
500 Series OCLV Carbon, IsoSpeed, internal cable routing, downtube storage door, 3S chain keeper, T47 BB, rack and fender mounts, integrated frame bag mounts, flat mount disc, dropper post compatible, 142x12mm thru axle
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano GRX RX810, long cage, 34T max cog
Front Derailleur
Shimano GRX RX810, braze-on
Shift Levers
Shimano GRX RX600, 11 speed
Cassette
Shimano 105 HG700-11, 11-34, 11 speed
Crank
Size: 49, Shimano GRX RX600, 46/30, 165mm length; Size: 52, Shimano GRX RX600, 46/30, 170mm length; Size: 54, 56, Shimano GRX RX600, 46/30, 172.5mm length; Size: 58, 61, Shimano GRX RX600, 46/30, 175mm length
Bottom Bracket
Praxis, T47 threaded, internal bearing
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 Paradigm SL, Tubeless Ready, 24-hole, 21mm width, presta valve
Tires
Bontrager GR1 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength casing, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 700x40c
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano RX400 hydraulic disc, flat mount
Disk Rotors
Shimano SM-RT70, centerlock, 160mm
Cockpit
Stem
Size: 49, Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 70mm length; Size: 52, 54, Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 80mm length; Size: 56, 58, Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 90mm length; Size: 61, Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 100mm length
Handlebar
Size: 49, Bontrager Elite Gravel, 38cm width; Size: 52, Bontrager Elite Gravel, 40cm width; Size: 54, 56, Bontrager Elite Gravel, 42cm width; Size: 58, 61, Bontrager Elite Gravel, 44cm width
Seat
Saddle
Size: 49, 52, Bontrager P3 Verse Comp, steel rails, 155mm width; Size: 54, 56, 58, 61, Bontrager P3 Verse Comp, steel rails, 145mm width
Seatpost
Bontrager carbon, 27.2mm, 8mm offset, 330mm length
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 49cm | 52cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm | 61cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.36 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.53 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 271 mm | 271 mm | 273 mm | 273 mm | 275 mm | 275 mm |
| Front Center | 602 mm | 610 mm | 617 mm | 624 mm | 634 mm | 646 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 46 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 74 mm | 71 mm | 70 mm | 67 mm | 66 mm | 65 mm |
| Stack | 543 mm | 558 mm | 576 mm | 597 mm | 614 mm | 644 mm |
| Reach | 398 mm | 404 mm | 408 mm | 412 mm | 416 mm | 422 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 546 mm | 560 mm | 575 mm | 589 mm | 602 mm | 622 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.1 ° | 73.7 ° | 73.2 ° | 72.8 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.1 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 490 mm | 520 mm | 540 mm | 560 mm | 580 mm | 610 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71.2 ° | 71.6 ° | 71.8 ° | 72.2 ° | 72.3 ° | 72.6 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 105 mm | 125 mm | 145 mm | 165 mm | 195 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 440 mm | 440 mm | 440 mm | 440 mm | 440 mm | 440 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1030 mm | 1038 mm | 1046 mm | 1053 mm | 1063 mm | 1075 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 78 mm | 78 mm | 76 mm | 76 mm | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Standover Height | 740 mm | 770 mm | 794 mm | 814 mm | 834 mm | 864 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 156 cm | 162 cm | 167 cm | 173 cm | 179 cm | 184 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 164 cm | 169 cm | 175 cm | 181 cm | 186 cm | 191 cm |
Model Overview
Checkpoint SL 5 is part of the Trek Checkpoint model. 70 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Trek Checkpoint bikes models from 2022, here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Trek Checkpoint ALR 5 2022 has a starting price of 2653$. Trek Checkpoint SLR 9 eTap 2022 on the other hand is the most expensive at 12847$.
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
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Gravel bike is 2462$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Gravel bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 3821$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Checkpoint SL 5 price is 55.2% higher than the average cost of a Gravel bike.
Average weight for Gravel bikes
Gravel bikes have an average weight of 8.13 kg (17.92 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
Weighing 9.7 kg (21.38 lbs), the Checkpoint SL 5 model is much heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 19.31% heavier than the average weight of Gravel bikes.
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.
Checkpoint SL 5 components
Fork material
Checkpoint SL 5 has a carbon fork, so, it is super light and stiff. In conclusion, a carbon fork gives you great control when steering, and is also more forgiving.
Wheels size
The wheels on Checkpoint SL 5 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
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Trek Checkpoint SL 5 is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
There are 6 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 156 cm – 191 cm (5.12 ft – 6.27 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.