Description
Trek Checkpoint ALR 3: The Ultimate Gravel Bike for Every Terrain
The Trek Checkpoint ALR 3 is the perfect gravel bike for riders who crave adventure and versatility. Whether you’re exploring rugged gravel roads, tackling mixed terrain, or seeking a bike that can handle everything from daily commutes to long weekend rides, the Checkpoint ALR 3 offers exceptional performance, comfort, and durability. Designed for riders who want to take on a variety of terrains, this bike is a top choice for those looking to push their limits while enjoying a smooth and controlled ride.
Built for Adventure and Durability
The Trek Checkpoint ALR 3 is designed with an aluminum frame that strikes the perfect balance between lightweight performance and rugged durability. Its geometry is optimized for gravel riding, providing a stable and responsive ride that feels just as at home on rough trails as it does on smooth pavement. Whether you’re on gravel paths, dirt roads, or asphalt, the Trek Checkpoint ALR 3 is built to perform.
With ample tire clearance, the Checkpoint ALR 3 can accommodate wider tires, providing better traction and comfort on a variety of surfaces. This bike is ready to handle all your off-road adventures while still offering the speed and efficiency you need for fast commutes or road rides.
Comfort and Control on Any Terrain
The Checkpoint ALR 3 is equipped with features that enhance comfort and control, making it perfect for long rides over challenging terrain. The bike’s carbon fork helps absorb vibrations, ensuring a smoother ride and reducing fatigue during extended rides. Whether you’re navigating through rocky paths, rough gravel roads, or smooth city streets, the Trek Checkpoint ALR 3 delivers a comfortable and enjoyable experience every time you ride.
The bike’s geometry is also designed for long-term comfort. With a relaxed riding position, you’ll find that your back and shoulders stay comfortable during longer rides, allowing you to maintain a natural posture and reduce strain.
Reliable Performance with Shimano Components
The Trek Checkpoint ALR 3 is equipped with a reliable Shimano 2×10 drivetrain, providing a wide range of gears to help you tackle both steep inclines and flat stretches with ease. Whether you’re cruising through rolling hills or climbing up rough gravel paths, the Checkpoint ALR 3 offers smooth and precise shifting, allowing you to maintain the perfect cadence for any situation.
The bike’s drivetrain is simple to use, ensuring you can easily shift and adjust your gears as needed for a smoother ride. The Trek Checkpoint ALR 3 is built for riders who demand performance and reliability on every ride.
It’s right for you if…
You want to make the jump into the wide world of gravel, exploration, and even daily commutes that wander off the beaten path – and you don’t want to break the bank leaping in.
The tech you get
A responsive 300 Series Alpha Aluminum frame, hidden cables that won’t interfere with bags, integrated rack, fender, and frame bag mounts, a 2×9 Shimano Sora drivetrain for smooth shifting on punchy climbs and variable terrain, mechanical disc brakes for ease of stopping quick in all conditions, tubeless ready rims, and wide Bontrager Girona Pro 700x42c gravel tires for added comfort and traction.
The final word
When you want to start exploring the road less traveled, reach for Checkpoint ALR 3. This budget-minded gravel bike gives you room to grow from rugged commutes to gravel grinds with economical components and a comfortable, capable frame that’s built to take you on every adventure.
Why you’ll love it
– The durable and capable 300 Series Alpha Aluminum frame makes for a fun, stable, and responsive ride
– You get serious versatility that’s suited for a wide variety of ride styles, from gravel and bikepacking to daily commutes
– Massive tire clearance means you can use tires up to 45c for extra traction and stability in any conditions
– Fork, top tube, and integrated frame mounts make it easy to carry gear and water
– Powerful mechanical disc brakes make stopping in all conditions easy
Specs
| Frame | 300 Series Alpha Aluminum, tapered head tube, Internal cable routing, 3S chain keeper, T47 BB, rack and fender mounts, integrated frame bag mounts, flat mount disc, 142x12mm thru axle |
|---|---|
| Fork | Checkpoint, full carbon, tapered carbon steerer, rack mounts, fender mounts, flat mount disc, 12x100mm thru axle |
| Rims | Bontrager Paradigm, Tubeless Ready, 24-hole, 21mm width, Presta valve |
| Hubs | Hub front: Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, centerlock disc, 100x12mm thru axle, Hub rear: Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, centerlock disc, Shimano 11-speed freehub, 142x12mm thru axle |
| Spokes | 14g stainless steel, black |
| Tires | Bontrager Girona Pro, Tubeless Ready, GR puncture protection, aramid bead, 60 tpi, 700x42mm |
| Crankset | Size: 49 FSA Omega, 46×30, 165mm length Size: 52, 54 FSA Omega, 46×30, 170mm length Size: 56, 58 FSA Omega, 46×30, 172.5mm length Size: 61 FSA Omega, 46×30, 175mm length |
| Shifters | Shimano Sora R3000, 9 speed |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Sora R3000, 31.8mm clamp |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Sora R3000, mid cage, 34T max cog |
| Cassette/Freewheel | Shimano Sora HG400, 11-32, 9 speed |
| Chain | Shimano Sora HG53, 9 speed |
| Brakes | Tektro C550 mechanical disc brake, dual piston, flat mount |
| Rotors | Tektro, centerlock, 160mm |
| Handlebars | 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 |
| Tape/Grips | Bontrager Supertack Perf tape |
| Stem | Size: 49 Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm clamp, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 70mm 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 |
| Seatpost | Bontrager alloy, 27.2mm, 12mm offset, 330mm length |
| Saddle | Size: 49, 52 Bontrager Verse Comp, steel rails, 155mm width Size: 54, 56, 58, 61 Bontrager Verse Comp, steel rails, 145mm width |
* Subject to change without notice
Part Numbers
| Option | UPC | MPN | Store SKU |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimson / 54cm / 700C | 197216057376 | 5325475 | CHE272577522 |
Superior Stopping Power
Safety is paramount, and the Checkpoint ALR 3 is equipped with powerful hydraulic disc brakes that provide excellent stopping power in all weather conditions. Whether you’re riding on dry or wet roads, these brakes ensure smooth and consistent stopping performance, giving you the confidence to ride at speed and handle sharp corners with ease.
The hydraulic disc brakes offer superior control and precise braking, making them perfect for gravel and mixed-terrain riding where quick stops and controlled deceleration are essential.
Ready for Adventure and Exploration
The Trek Checkpoint ALR 3 is designed to be the ultimate gravel bike for riders who want to explore new roads, take on off-road adventures, or simply enjoy a bike that can do it all. It’s equipped with mounts for racks, fenders, and water bottles, making it easy to customize the bike for long tours, commuting, or bikepacking. The Checkpoint ALR 3 is ready to go wherever your cycling adventures take you.
Whether you’re going for a weekend gravel race, commuting to work, or exploring new trails, the Trek Checkpoint ALR 3 offers everything you need for a comfortable and exciting ride.
Why Choose the Trek Checkpoint ALR 3?
The Trek Checkpoint ALR 3 is the ideal gravel bike for riders who demand performance, durability, and versatility. With its lightweight frame, reliable components, and comfortable ride, the Checkpoint ALR 3 is built to handle any terrain, from rugged gravel paths to smooth roads. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced cyclist, this bike offers the features you need to take on any adventure.
Visit Trek Bike Store Naples today to check out the Trek Checkpoint ALR 3 and experience the perfect blend of performance, comfort, and versatility. Ready to tackle gravel, dirt, and road alike, the Checkpoint ALR 3 is the bike that’s built to go the distance.
Checkpoint ALR 3 is the best value gravel bike in the lineup. Kitted out with a 300 Series Alpha Aluminum frame, Checkpoint ALR 3 is just as responsive on chunky gravel roads as it is smooth on the tarmac. Tubeless-ready wheels help fight punctures in the rough while a 2×9-speed Shimano groupset and mechanical disc brakes balance budget with reliability.







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