Checkpoint ALR 5 is the best value gravel bike in the lineup. Its a high-quality build that will hold up for long, rugged miles on pavement, dirt, and even the most treacherous gravel roads. A wealth of features like nimble-yet-stable progressive geometry, loads of mounts, plus a GRX drivetrain make it easy to customize for your kind of adventure.
For quick, nimble handling that still keeps you stable and in control on rougher descents.
Lots of clearance means you can run meatier tires (700x45mm or 27.5x2.1") for tackling chunkier gravel and terrain.
Integrated frame bag and fender mounts make it easy to carry gear and water.
Shimano GRX was designed from the ground up for gravel adventure. With its gravel-specific ergonomics, optimized gearing options, rugged reliability, and quiet, stable drivetrain, GRX sets itself apart from the rest of the component world.
This bike doesn’t come with pedals because you’ll have a better time on your new bike if you choose your own. See the pedal guide to find the best pedals for your riding style.
Frame |
300 Series Alpha Aluminum, tapered head tube, Internal cable routing, 3S chain keeper, T47 BB, rack and fender mounts, integrated frame bag mounts, flat mount disc, 142x12mm thru axle |
Fork |
Checkpoint, full carbon, tapered carbon steerer, rack mounts, fender mounts, flat mount disc, 12x100mm thru axle |
Wheel Front |
Bontrager Paradigm SL TLR rim with CL-712 100x12mm Centerlock Disc hub, 24H, Black spokes and nipples / |
Wheel Rear |
Bontrager Paradigm SL TLR rim with CL-712 142x12mm Centerlock Disc hub, 24H, Black spokes and nipples |
Tire |
Bontrager GR1 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength casing, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 700x40mm |
Tire Part |
Bontrager TLR sealant, 6oz |
Hub Front |
Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, centerlock disc, 100x12mm thru axle |
Hub Rear |
Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, centerlock disc, Shimano 11-speed freehub, 142x12mm thru axle |
Rim |
Bontrager Paradigm, Tubeless Ready, 24-hole, 21mm width, Presta valve // Bontrager Paradigm SL, Tubeless Ready, 24-hole, 21mm width, Presta valve |
Rim Strip |
Bontrager TLR |
Skewer Front |
Bontrager Switch thru axle, removable lever |
Skewer Rear |
Bontrager Switch thru axle, removable lever |
Shifter |
Shimano GRX RX600, 11 speed // Shimano GRX RX600, 11 speed |
Front Derailleur |
Shimano GRX RX810, braze-on |
Rear Derailleur |
Shimano GRX RX810, long cage, 34T max cog |
Crank |
Shimano GRX RX600, 46/30, 165mm length |
Bottom Bracket |
Praxis, T47 threaded, internal bearing |
Cassette |
Shimano 105 HG700-11, 11-34, 11 speed |
Chain |
Shimano HG601, 11 speed |
Brake |
Shimano RX400 hydraulic disc, flat mount |
Brake Rotor |
Shimano RT70, centerlock, 160mm |
Saddle |
Bontrager Verse Comp, steel rails, 155mm width |
Seatpost |
Bontrager alloy, 27.2mm, 12mm offset, 330mm length |
Handlebar |
Bontrager Elite Gravel, 38cm width |
Stem |
Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree, 70mm length |