Description
Checkpoint SL 5 AXS Gen 3
Checkpoint SL 5 AXS Gen 3 is an adventure-ready carbon gravel bike built to chase the horizon. Its lightweight frame features comfort-focused geometry, clearance for 50mm tires (as measured), and plenty of mounts for bags and gear. IsoSpeed tech helps soak up vibrations from rough roads, so you can float over chatter and potholes. Plus, it's equipped with a wireless SRAM Apex XPLR AXS drivetrain that offers plenty of gears for exploring the long, dusty road.
You want a carbon gravel bike for exploring the beyond, and want to save on parts you can upgrade over time. You want the gravel-smoothing benefits of IsoSpeed tech that soaks up chatter from below so can ride stronger longer, and plenty of mounts to carry all your gear and hydration.
A 500 Series OCLV Carbon frame with a carbon fork, internal downtube storage, frame and fork mounts, and clearance for 50mm tires (as measured). A 1x12 SRAM Apex XPLR AXS fully wireless drivetrain, hydraulic disc brakes, carbon seat post, and Tubeless Ready Bontrager Paradigm 23 wheels with 42mm Tubeless Ready tires.
When you're ready to load up and explore the road less traveled, reach for Checkpoint SL 5 AXS Gen 3. This capable and comfortable gravel bike balances price and performance with a blend of components that deliver reliably and a frame that's packed with road-smoothing features.
Key features:
- Checkpoint's Gravel Endurance geometry lets you sit higher up and features a shorter reach to keep you comfortable on all-day gravel adventures, light singletrack, bikepacking trips, and more
- Road-smoothing IsoSpeed comfort tech soaks up vibration from rough surfaces to keep you feeling fresher longer
- A SRAM Apex XPLR AXS 12-speed drivetrain offers precise, fully wireless shifting that's made for the roughest roads
- Clearance for 50mm tires (as measured) means you can add extra traction and cushion for rowdy gravel roads
- You can haul it all with large internal frame storage and mounts galore on the frame and fork for hydration, front and rear racks, fenders, and Adventure Bags that were designed to perfectly fit Checkpoint