Trek Checkpoint ALR 3

The Checkpoint ALR 3 is an adventure-ready alumin'um gravel bike built for exploring anywhere. Its modern endurance geometry keeps you comfortable over gravel roads or potholes, while a carbon fork helps cut down the road vibrations. It's spec'd to go anywhere without breaking the bank, with Bontrager Paradigm wheels, clearance for 50 mm tyres,10-speed Shimano CUES 6000 shifting, mechanical disc brakes and loads of mounts for bags and accessories.

You want a wallet-friendly ride that's built to explore everywhere from road to wild gravel roads. Comfortable geometry matters, and you don't mind starting out with economical components that you can upgrade over time.

A 300 Series Alpha Aluminium frame with a full carbon fork, with clearance for up to 50 mm tyres. 10-speed Shimano CUES U6000 shifting, mechanical disc brakes, Bontrager Paradigm wheels with Bontrager Girona Pro Tubeless Ready tyres, plus mounts for loading up with bags, racks and gear.

Looking for a confident and versatile ride that doesn't break the bank? The Checkpoint ALR 3 is an aluminium gravel bike ready for anything, decked out with reliable, and affordable, components, so you can get more bike for your buck.
- The Checkpoint ALR features the same updated endurance geometry as its carbon sibling, giving you comfort and control in the rough stuff
- You get road-smoothing comfort from a full carbon fork and clearance for up to 50 mm tyres
- Its spec'd with 10-speed Shimano CUES U6000 shifting that's not only affordable, but also incredibly durable and low maintenance
- Lots of mounts on the frame and fork give you places to load up for epic bikepacking adventures or commuting around town
- Lots of mounts on the frame and fork give you places to load up for epic bikepacking adventures or commuting around town

Mounts galore
The new Checkpoint ALR is equipped to carry everything you need with mounts on the frame and fork for front and rear racks, mudguards and Adventure Top Tube, Frame and Triangle Bags. Plus, the new frame has been optimised to fit extra hydration in addition to all your bags.

Gravel Endurance geometry
Designed with Gravel Endurance geometry with a higher stack and shorter reach for improved comfort and control on long days in the saddle.

Big 'ol tyre clearance
Designed with 50 mm (or 29 x 2.0)* tyre clearance for more grip and comfort on challenging terrain.
*As measured

Suspension fork and dropper post compatible
Compatible with a suspension fork* and dropper post for riders tackling technical descents or seeking more aggressive off-road performance.
*Available on all sizes except XS frames

Shimano CUES
Inspired by rider demand for trouble-free drivetrain longevity and performance, Shimano CUES offers a new foundation for versatility and durability across a range of both electric and standard bikes. CUES features Shimano's new LINKGLIDE drivetrain technology for significantly increased life on wear items like chain, cassette and chainrings.

Shimano LINKGLIDE
LINKGLIDE technology has been specifically engineered for incredible durability while still delivering smooth and decisive shifting - along with a great pedalling experience. Available exclusively on Shimano CUES drivetrains.