Trek Checkpoint SL 7 AXS Gen 3 - Carbon Gravel Bike 2026 | dark red-carbon smoke splatter
The Checkpoint SL 7 AXS Gen 3 is a carbon gravel bike that lets you discover more of the world. Its lightweight frame is based on our Gravel Endurance geometry, has plenty of mounting points and offers up to 50 mm tire clearance (as measured). What's more, IsoSpeed comfort technology dampens tiring vibrations so you can glide over bumps and potholes with confidence. It comes with thoughtful upgrades such as the carbon wheels, carbon seatpost and SRAM Force XPLR AXS E1 wireless drivetrain.
A 500 Series OCLV carbon frame with carbon fork, storage compartment in the down tube and space for tires up to 50 mm (as measured) as well as mounting options on the frame and fork. A completely wireless SRAM Force XPLR AXS E1 1x13 drivetrain, hydraulic disc brakes, a carbon seatpost and Bontrager Aeolus Elite 35V tubeless-ready wheels with 42 mm wide tires. Are you looking for a bike for your longest adventures? Then grab the Checkpoint SL 7 AXS Gen 3. This adventure-hungry gravel bike is based on our new Gravel Endurance geometry and benefits from our vibration-damping IsoSpeed technology. It has numerous mounting options for equipment, shifts smoothly and crisply thanks to the high-quality drivetrain and rolls on lightweight carbon wheels.
- The Checkpoint's Gravel Endurance geometry with shorter reach and slightly more upright riding position provides more comfort on all-day gravel adventures, easy singletrack and extended bikepacking tours
- Vibration-damping IsoSpeed comfort technology softens bumpy surfaces to keep you fresher for longer
- Upgrades that make a difference - such as Bontrager Aeolus Elite 35V carbon wheels and the wireless, electronic SRAM Force AXS D2 1x13 drivetrain
- 50 mm tire clearance (as measured), you can run wider tires for added traction and comfort on bumpy trails and short singletrack
- with a large frame storage compartment and numerous mounting options on the frame and fork for hydration systems, front and rear racks, mudguards and Adventure Bags perfectly tailored to the Checkpoint, there's nothing this bike can't carry
Frame: 500 Series OCLV Carbon, IsoSpeed, storage compartment in down tube, hidden mudguard eyelets, rack eyelets, integrated frame bag mounts, RCS headset system, hidden cable routing, T47, flat mount disc brake mount, integrated chain guide, removable front derailleur mount, UDH, beveled 142x12 mm thru axle
Size: 28" - 49cm, 52cm, 54cm, 56cm, 58cm, 61cm
Fork: Trek Checkpoint, full carbon, tapered steerer tube, rack and mudguard eyelets, flat mount disc brake mount, 12x100 mm thru axle
Stem: Bontrager Pro, 31 8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degrees, length 70mm (XS), 80mm (S, M), 90mm (ML, L), 100mm (XL)
Handlebar: Bontrager Pro Gravel, width 40cm (XS, S), 42cm (M, ML), 44cm (L), 46cm (XL)
Handlebar tape: Bontrager Supertack Perf
Brake: Hydraulic disc brake SRAM Force AXS, Flat Mount, Centerlock disc mount, rounded edge, 160mm (front & rear)
Shifter: SRAM Force AXS, 13-speed
Battery: SRAM eTap battery pack (with charger)
Rear derailleur: SRAM Force XPLR AXS, max. 46 t. on largest sprocket
Crankset: SRAM Force XPLR, 40 t., DUB Wide, crank arm length 165mm (XS, S), 170mm (M), 172.5mm (ML, L), 175mm (XL)
Bottom bracket: SRAM DUB Wide, T47, threaded, internal bearing
Cassette: SRAM Force XPLR XG-1371, 10-46 t., 13-speed
Chain: SRAM Force, 12-speed
Front wheel: Bontrager Aeolus Elite 35V, OCLV Carbon, Tubeless Ready, 35mm profile height, 100x12 mm thru axle
Rear wheel: Bontrager Aeolus Elite 35V, OCLV Carbon, Tubeless Ready, 35mm profile height, SRAM XD-R freehub body, 142x12 mm thru axle
Tires: Bontrager Girona Pro, tubeless ready, GR puncture protection, aramid core, 700x42 mm
Saddle: Verse Short Elite, magnesium tube stays, width 145mm
Seatpost: Bontrager carbon, 27.2mm, 8mm offset, 330mm length
Weight: 9.0 kg
Max. system weight: 125 kg
