Trek 2026 Checkpoint SL 5 AXS Gravel Bike
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DESCRIPTION
The Trek Checkpoint SL 5 AXS is an adventure-ready carbon gravel bike built to go the distance. Its 500 Series OCLV Carbon frame combines comfort-focused Gravel Endurance geometry, IsoSpeed technology to smooth out rough surfaces, down tube storage and clearance for 50 mm tyres. A wireless SRAM Apex XPLR AXS 1x12 groupset, tubeless-ready wheels and generous frame and fork mounts make it a versatile, low-fuss choice for New Zealand gravel rides, bikepacking and all-day backcountry adventures.
Key Features
- 500 Series OCLV Carbon frame with IsoSpeed and down tube storage
- SRAM Apex XPLR AXS 1x12 wireless electronic shifting, 11-44 cassette
- SRAM Apex hydraulic disc brakes with 160mm rotors
- Bontrager Paradigm SL tubeless-ready wheels
- Bontrager Girona RSL 700x42mm tubeless tyres, clearance up to 50mm
- Gravel Endurance geometry, dropper and suspension-fork compatible
- Frame and fork mounts for racks, mudguards and bags
- Claimed 9.50 kg (size ML)
Who Is the Trek Checkpoint SL 5 AXS For?
For the gravel rider who wants wireless shifting, in-frame storage and comfort tech on a capable carbon platform, from fast rides to loaded overnighters.
For New Zealand riders, IsoSpeed, 50 mm clearance and endurance geometry suit our rough gravel and rail trails, while dropper and suspension-fork compatibility let it grow with your riding.
Full Specifications
| Sizes: | XS, S, M, ML, L, XL |
| Frame: | 500 Series OCLV Carbon, IsoSpeed, downtube storage door, hidden mudguard mounts, rack mounts, integrated frame bag mounts, RCS Headset System, invisible cable routing, T47, flat-mount disc, integrated chainkeeper, removable FD hanger, UDH, 142x12mm chamfered thru axle |
| Fork: | Checkpoint full carbon, tapered carbon steerer, mudguard mounts, triple rack mounts, flat-mount disc, 12x100mm chamfered thru axle |
| Shifter: | SRAM Apex AXS, 12-speed |
| Rear derailleur: | SRAM Apex XPLR eTap AXS, 44T max cog |
| Battery: | SRAM AXS battery pack (with charger) |
| Crankset: | SRAM Apex 1, 40T, DUB Wide (XS/S: 165mm; M: 170mm; ML/L: 172.5mm; XL: 175mm) |
| Bottom bracket: | SRAM DUB Wide, T47 threaded, internal bearing |
| Cassette: | SRAM XPLR PG-1231, 11-44, 12-speed |
| Chain: | SRAM Apex, 12-speed |
| Brakes: | SRAM Apex hydraulic disc, flat mount |
| Brake rotors: | SRAM Paceline, CentreLock, 160mm |
| Wheels (front | rear): | Bontrager Paradigm SL, tubeless ready, 21mm rim width, 100x12mm thru axle | Bontrager Paradigm SL, tubeless ready, 21mm rim width, 142x12mm thru axle |
| Tyres: | Bontrager Girona RSL, tubeless ready, GR puncture protection, aramid bead, 220 tpi, 700x42mm |
| Max tyre size: | 50mm without mudguards, 42mm with mudguards |
| Saddle: | Verse Short Comp, steel rails (XS/S: 155mm; M-XL: 145mm) |
| Seatpost: | Bontrager carbon, 27.2mm, 8mm offset, 330mm |
| Handlebar: | Bontrager Elite Gravel, alloy (XS: 40cm; S/M: 42cm; ML/L: 44cm; XL: 46cm) |
| Handlebar tape: | Bontrager Supertack Perf tape |
| Stem: | Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree (XS: 60mm; S: 70mm; M/ML: 80mm; L: 90mm; XL: 100mm) |
PLU: 85673
SPECIFICATIONS
Please note that bike specifications may change from what is listed above if running substitution changes are made due to unavailability of parts. We highly recommend confirming the specifications of the bike at the time of purchase, especially if buying in-store.