{"id":69267,"date":"2024-08-15T18:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-08-15T16:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/?p=69267"},"modified":"2024-08-15T18:20:26","modified_gmt":"2024-08-15T16:20:26","slug":"trek-checkpoint-sl-levels-up-to-gen-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/trek-checkpoint-sl-levels-up-to-gen-3\/","title":{"rendered":"Trek Checkpoint SL levels up to Gen 3"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Today, in addition to the brand new Checkmate SLR<\/a> Trek have launched an updated Checkpoint SL<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The new-and-improved Checkpoint SL remains a high-performance carbon gravel bike with IsoSpeed comfort technology, but now offers better storage solutions and a more comfortable Gravel Endurance geometry with a higher and shorter reach that\u2019s perfect for an even wider range of riders looking for gravel adventure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is built to better fit bigger volume bags and bottles, features more mounting points, and it has increased 50mm tire clearance (as measured). For even more versatility, it is both dropper post and suspension fork compatible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These features and improvements make Checkpoint SL the best bike for riders looking to get off the beaten path. Get all the details in the full press release below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Standout Features<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2013 Progressive geometry that balances quick handling and comfort 
\u2013 Lightweight 700 Series OCLV Carbon frame 
\u2013 45mm tire clearance (as measured) 
\u2013 Two-piece handlebar + stem <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Carbon gravel performance<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Checkpoint SL Gen 3<\/a> features reimagined tube shapes and 500 Series OCLV Carbon that keeps things lightweight, snappy, and economical.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Model <\/td>Weight<\/td>Detail<\/td><\/tr>
Checkpoint SL 7 AXS Gen 3<\/td>9.00 kg \/ 19.85 lbs<\/td>ML –  with TLR sealant, no tubes<\/td><\/tr>
Checkpoint SL 6 AXS Gen 3<\/td>9.40 kg \/ 20.73 lbs<\/td>ML –  with TLR sealant, no tubes<\/td><\/tr>
Checkpoint SL 5 AXS Gen 3<\/td>9.50 kg \/ 20.95 lbs<\/td>ML –  with TLR sealant, no tubes<\/td><\/tr>
Checkpoint SL Frameset Gen 3 <\/td>1385g – ML (frame-only)
536g (fork-only)<\/td>		ML – painted<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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