Checkpoint ALR 5 is the best value gravel bike in the line-up. It's a high-quality build that will hold up for long, rugged miles on roads, dirt and even the most treacherous gravel. A wealth of features like nimble-yet-stable progressive geometry, loads of mounts, plus a GRX drivetrain make it easy to customise for your kind of adventure.
It's right for you if...
Unlike the pure roadie who measures watts and weighs out meals, you favour epic off-road adventures that probably end with a beer and a bag of chips. But that doesn't mean you'll compromise on performance. You expect to get a lot for your hard-earned money, including quality, versatility, durability and a ridiculous amount of fun.
The tech you get
A sturdy aluminium frame with a progressive geometry that's stable at speed and efficient when you're grinding up a climb, hidden cables that won't interfere with bags, rack and mudguard mounts and integrated frame bag mounts, a 2x11 Shimano GRX drivetrain with lower gears for grinding up hills or through rough gravel, hydraulic disc brakes for all-condition stopping power, tubeless-ready rims and wide 700x40c gravel tyres for added stability and traction.
Why you'll love it
The final word
If the amount of adventure you can get per pound spent is a priority for you, you won't do better than Checkpoint ALR 5. Quality parts, a durable alloy frame and a wealth of features like extra tyre clearance and customisation options – so you can confidently take on bigger, better adventures.
****NOTE: This bike is available for purchase online, but must
be picked up from an approved store.| rim | Bontrager Paradigm, Tubeless Ready, 24-hole, 21 mm width, Presta valve |
| frame fit | Gravel |
| hub front | Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, CenterLock disc, 100x12 mm thru axle |
| skewer front | Bontrager Switch thru axle, removable lever |
| hub rear | Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, CenterLock disc, Shimano 11-speed freehub, 142x12 mm thru axle |
| skewer rear | Bontrager Switch thru-axle, removable lever |
| tyre | Bontrager GR1 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength casing, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 700x40 c |
| tyre part | Bontrager TLR sealant, 180 ml/6 oz |
| rim strip | Bontrager Aeolus XXX rim strip |
| max tyre size | 700x45c / 650x2.1" Bontrager tyres |
| shifter | Shimano GRX RX600, 11-speed |
| front derailleur | Shimano GRX RX810, braze-on |
| cassette | Shimano 105 HG700-11, 11-34, 11-speed |
| crank arm length | Size 49 - 165mm; size 52 - 170mm; size 54/56 - 172.5mm; size 58/61 - 175mm |
| bottom bracket | Praxis, T47 threaded, internal bearing |
| chain | Shimano HG601 |
| max. chainring size | 1x - 44T SRAM or 50T Shimano; 2x - 50/34 |
| saddle | Bontrager P3 Verse Comp, steel rails |
| seatpost | Bontrager alloy, 27.2 mm, 12 mm offset, 330 mm length |
| handlebar | Bontrager Elite Gravel |
| handlebar tape | Bontrager Supertack Perf tape |
| stem | Bontrager Elite, 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree |
| stem length | Size 49 - 70mm; size 52/54 - 80mm; size 56/58 - 90mm; size 61 - 100mm |
| head set | FSA Integrated, sealed cartridge bearing, 1-1/8" top, 1.5" bottom |
| brake rotor | Shimano SM-RT70, CenterLock, 160 mm |
| rotor size | Max brake rotor sizes - 160 mm front and rear |
| weight limit | This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider and cargo) of 125 kg. |
| crank | Praxis or Shimano GRX RX600. 46/30. |
| Frame Material | Alloy |
| Fork Material | Carbon |
| Groupset Brand | Shimano |
| Groupset Model | GRX |
| Pedals Included | No |
| Ride Style | Gravel |
| Rim | Bontrager Paradigm, Tubeless Ready, 24-hole, 21 mm width, Presta valve |
| Frame Fit | Gravel |
| Hub Front | Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, CenterLock disc, 100x12 mm thru axle |
| Skewer front | Bontrager Switch thru axle, removable lever |
| Hub Rear | Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, CenterLock disc, Shimano 11-speed freehub, 142x12 mm thru axle |
| Skewer rear | Bontrager Switch thru-axle, removable lever |
| Tyre | Bontrager GR1 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength casing, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 700x40 c |
| Tyre part | Bontrager TLR sealant, 180 ml/6 oz |
| Rim strip | Bontrager Aeolus XXX rim strip |
| MAX TYRE SIZE | 700x45c / 650x2.1" Bontrager tyres |
| Shifter | Shimano GRX RX600, 11-speed |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano GRX RX810, braze-on |
| Cassette | Shimano 105 HG700-11, 11-34, 11-speed |
| Crank arm length | Size 49 - 165mm; size 52 - 170mm; size 54/56 - 172.5mm; size 58/61 - 175mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Praxis, T47 threaded, internal bearing |
| Chain | Shimano HG601 |
| Max. chainring size | 1x - 44T SRAM or 50T Shimano; 2x - 50/34 |
| Saddle | Bontrager P3 Verse Comp, steel rails |
| Seatpost | Bontrager alloy, 27.2 mm, 12 mm offset, 330 mm length |
| Handlebar | Bontrager Elite Gravel |
| HANDLEBAR TAPE | Bontrager Supertack Perf tape |
| Stem | Bontrager Elite, 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree |
| Stem Length | Size 49 - 70mm; size 52/54 - 80mm; size 56/58 - 90mm; size 61 - 100mm |
| Head Set | FSA Integrated, sealed cartridge bearing, 1-1/8" top, 1.5" bottom |
| BRAKE ROTOR | Shimano SM-RT70, CenterLock, 160 mm |
| Rotor size | Max brake rotor sizes - 160 mm front and rear |
| Weight limit | This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider and cargo) of 125 kg. |
| CRANK | Praxis or Shimano GRX RX600. 46/30. |
| Brake Type | Hydraulic Disc Brake |
| Shifting Type | Mechanical |
| Drivetrain Gearing | 2 x 11 |
* All specifications listed are subject to change without notice. Please note that our specifications may be impacted by manufacturer component substitution changes caused by high global demand for bikes and resulting supply chain issues in the bike industry. We recommend confirming the specifications with your local Evo Cycles showroom if you have any questions.
Bike Weight: Many brands strive to list the lowest possible weight, but in reality weight can vary based on frame size, finish, hardware and accessories. The most accurate way to determine any bike's weight is to have your local showroom weigh it for you.
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