Gravel bike Trek Checkpoint SL 7 AXS 3rd Gen Dark Red/Carbon Red Smoke Splatter 2026

Designed for cyclists who refuse to choose between speed and comfort, the Checkpoint SL 7 AXS Gen 3 Trek features a Gravel Endurance geometry, which is ideal for long cycling adventures. The 500 Series OCLV Carbon frame incorporates the IsoSpeed system at the rear to absorb vibrations from rough terrain whilst maintaining excellent responsiveness. This third-generation model offers even greater versatility, with wider tyre clearance (up to 50 mm), numerous mounting points (racks, mudguards, frame bags, triple fork rack) and a storage compartment in the down tube.

Ready for adventure, whether it’s gravel racing or bikepacking trips, this Trek Checkpoint SL 7 is fitted with a SRAM Force XPLR AXS groupset, which offers an ultra-reliable and smooth wireless electronic drivetrain, as well as high-performance disc brakes. Also fitted with Bontrager Aeolus Elite 35V carbon wheels and Bontrager Girona Pro tyres in 42 mm, this bike offers an excellent weight-to-performance ratio. The elegant Dark Red/Carbon Red Smoke Splatter design adds a premium and modern touch.

Technical specifications:

Frame:
- Frame: OCLV Carbon 500 Series, IsoSpeed, seat tube storage compartment, concealed mudguard mounts, rack mounts, integrated frame bag mounts, RCS headset, invisible internal cable routing, T47, Flat-Mount disc brake, integrated chain guard, removable front derailleur mount, UDH, 142x12 mm knurled thru-axle
- Fork: Full-carbon Checkpoint, carbon tapered steerer tube, mudguard mounts, triple rack mounts, Flat-Mount disc brakes, 12x100 mm splined thru-axle

Drivetrain:
- Crankset: SRAM Force XPLR, 40 teeth, DUB Wide / 165 mm cranks (XS, S), 170 mm cranks (M), 172.5 mm cranks (ML, L), 175 mm cranks (XL)
- Cassette: SRAM Force XPLR XG-1371, 10-46, 13-speed
- Chain: 
- Grips: SRAM Force AXS E1
- Front derailleur:
- Rear derailleur: SRAM Force XPLR AXS, max. 46-tooth sprocket

Braking:
- Disc brakes: SRAM Paceline X, rounded, centre-lock, 160 mm

Components:
- Handlebars: Bontrager Pro Gravel, alloy / width 40 cm (XS, S), width 42 cm (M, ML), width 44 cm (L), width 46 cm (XL)
- Stem: Bontrager Pro , 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7 degrees / length 70 ml (XS), length 80 ml (S, M), length 90 ml (ML, L), length 100 ml (XL)
- Saddle: Verse Short Elite, hollow magnesium rails, width 145 mm
- Seatpost: Carbon Bontrager, 27.2 mm, 8 mm offset, length 330 mm

Wheels:
- Wheels: Bontrager Aeolus Elite 35V, OCLV Carbon, Tubeless Ready, rim depth 35 mm
- Tyres: Bontrager Girona Pro, Tubeless Ready, GR puncture protection, aramid bead, 60 tpi, 700x42 mm

General information:
- Colours: Dark Red/Carbon Red Smoke Splatter
- Sizes: XS, S, M, ML, L, XL
- Weight: 9.33 kg (ML)
- Brand: Trek