Checkmate SLR Frameset is a carbon gravel race frame ready to toe the line and kick up dust on the long and rough road. To deliver the performance you crave on race day, Checkmate combines a lightweight aero design with IsoSpeed and new Gravel Race geometry that keeps you poised for the attack without eating up your energy. Top this frame up with your favorite components and bolt-on bags, and youll be ready for anything.
- Youre after a gravel frame thats ready to soar right off the starting line with ultra-aero Full System Foil tube shapes
- Comfort isnt kicked to the side, thanks to road-smoothing IsoSpeed tech and clearance room for tires up to 45mm wide (as measured)
- New Gravel Race geometry keeps you tucked out of the wind and poised for the attack without compromising the fit you need for comfort through long miles
- A premium, ultra-light 800 Series OCLV Carbon frame helps you save energy by reducing road chatter
- It comes equipped with plenty of mounts to add Adventure Bags and carry all your race-day essentials
Our fastest gravel bike ever
New Full System aero tube shapes and an aero-yet-ergonomic one-piece barstem help make Checkmate our fastest gravel bike to date.
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Our lightest gravel bike ever
Premium components and 800 Series OCLV Carbon keep things light and fast for ultimate race-day performance.
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IsoSpeed comfort tech
Isospeed compliance tech absorbs fatiguing bumps in the road to keep you riding stronger longer.
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Plenty of tire clearance
Room for gravel tires up to 45mm wide (as measured) keep you smooth and fast on quick courses and gnarly terrain.
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Race-optimized gear storage
Multiple frame mounts let you add Adventure Bags to carry your race-day essentials while leaving room for ample hydration.
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New Gravel Race geo
This brand-new geometry was designed specifically for gravel racing to keep you tucked out of the wind, nimble on corners, and in control on descents and rougher roads.
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| Frame |
800 Series OCLV Carbon, IsoSpeed, hidden fender mounts, integrated frame bag mounts, invisible cable routing, T47, flat mount disc, integrated chainkeeper, removable FD hanger, UDH, 142x12mm chamfered thru axle |
| Fork |
Checkmate SLR full carbon, tapered carbon steerer, hidden fender mounts, flat mount disc, 12x100mm thru axle |
| Skewer Front |
Bontrager Switch chamfered thru axle, removable lever |
| Skewer Rear |
Bontrager Switch chamfered thru axle, removable lever |
Geometry Chart
| B B Drop |
8 |
| Chainstay Length |
42.6 |
| Eff Top Tube |
53.2 |
| Frame Reach |
38 |
| Frame Size Letter |
XS |
| Frame Size Number |
49 |
| Frame Stack |
52.5 |
| Head Angle |
71.0° |
| Head Tube Length |
9.1 |
| Offset |
4.9 |
| Saddle Rail Height Max Short |
61.1 |
| Saddle Rail Height Max Tall |
65.1 |
| Saddle Rail Height Min Short |
54.6 |
| Saddle Rail Height Min Tall |
58.6 |
| Seat Tube |
37.3 |
| Seat Tube Angle |
73.9° |
| Standover |
71.8 |
| Trail |
7.2 |
| Wheelbase |
100.3 |
| Wheel Size |
700c |
| B B Drop |
8 |
| Chainstay Length |
42.6 |
| Eff Top Tube |
54 |
| Frame Reach |
38.5 |
| Frame Size Letter |
S |
| Frame Size Number |
52 |
| Frame Stack |
54 |
| Head Angle |
71.3° |
| Head Tube Length |
10.6 |
| Offset |
4.9 |
| Saddle Rail Height Max Short |
65.2 |
| Saddle Rail Height Max Tall |
69.2 |
| Saddle Rail Height Min Short |
58.7 |
| Saddle Rail Height Min Tall |
62.7 |
| Seat Tube |
41.4 |
| Seat Tube Angle |
73.9° |
| Standover |
74.7 |
| Trail |
7 |
| Wheelbase |
101.1 |
| Wheel Size |
700c |
| B B Drop |
8 |
| Chainstay Length |
42.6 |
| Eff Top Tube |
55.5 |
| Frame Reach |
39.2 |
| Frame Size Letter |
M |
| Frame Size Number |
54 |
| Frame Stack |
56 |
| Head Angle |
71.5° |
| Head Tube Length |
12.6 |
| Offset |
4.9 |
| Saddle Rail Height Max Short |
69.3 |
| Saddle Rail Height Max Tall |
73.3 |
| Saddle Rail Height Min Short |
62.8 |
| Saddle Rail Height Min Tall |
66.8 |
| Seat Tube |
45.5 |
| Seat Tube Angle |
73.7° |
| Standover |
78.2 |
| Trail |
6.8 |
| Wheelbase |
102.2 |
| Wheel Size |
700c |
| B B Drop |
8 |
| Chainstay Length |
42.6 |
| Eff Top Tube |
57 |
| Frame Reach |
39.9 |
| Frame Size Letter |
ML |
| Frame Size Number |
56 |
| Frame Stack |
58.4 |
| Head Angle |
71.7° |
| Head Tube Length |
15 |
| Offset |
4.9 |
| Saddle Rail Height Max Short |
73.3 |
| Saddle Rail Height Max Tall |
77.3 |
| Saddle Rail Height Min Short |
66.8 |
| Saddle Rail Height Min Tall |
70.8 |
| Seat Tube |
50 |
| Seat Tube Angle |
73.5° |
| Standover |
81.6 |
| Trail |
6.7 |
| Wheelbase |
103.5 |
| Wheel Size |
700c |
| B B Drop |
8 |
| Chainstay Length |
42.6 |
| Eff Top Tube |
58.1 |
| Frame Reach |
40.4 |
| Frame Size Letter |
L |
| Frame Size Number |
58 |
| Frame Stack |
60.8 |
| Head Angle |
72.0° |
| Head Tube Length |
17.4 |
| Offset |
4.9 |
| Saddle Rail Height Max Short |
78.5 |
| Saddle Rail Height Max Tall |
82.5 |
| Saddle Rail Height Min Short |
72 |
| Saddle Rail Height Min Tall |
76 |
| Seat Tube |
53.7 |
| Seat Tube Angle |
73.6° |
| Standover |
85.1 |
| Trail |
6.5 |
| Wheelbase |
104.5 |
| Wheel Size |
700c |
| B B Drop |
8 |
| Chainstay Length |
42.6 |
| Eff Top Tube |
59.2 |
| Frame Reach |
40.9 |
| Frame Size Letter |
XL |
| Frame Size Number |
61 |
| Frame Stack |
63.3 |
| Head Angle |
72.4° |
| Head Tube Length |
19.9 |
| Offset |
4.9 |
| Saddle Rail Height Max Short |
81.6 |
| Saddle Rail Height Max Tall |
85.6 |
| Saddle Rail Height Min Short |
75.1 |
| Saddle Rail Height Min Tall |
79.1 |
| Seat Tube |
58.3 |
| Seat Tube Angle |
73.7° |
| Standover |
88.6 |
| Trail |
6.2 |
| Wheelbase |
105.4 |
| Wheel Size |
700c |
