Checkpoint SL5 Gravel Bike - Black

Checkpoint SL5 Gravel Bike - BlackThe name Checkpoint has become synonymous with gravel riding, and the SL 5 gives you incredible spec that's at home on a variety of terrains and adventure types. This model comes with a 500 Series OCLV Carbon frame with an IsoSpeed decoupler for comfort in the saddle and carbon armour protecting the downtube from rock strikes. The progressive geometry is stable at speed, and efficient when you're grinding up a climb. There's storage inside the

The name Checkpoint has become synonymous with gravel riding, and the SL 5 gives you incredible spec that's at home on a variety of terrains and adventure types.

This model comes with a 500 Series OCLV Carbon frame with an IsoSpeed decoupler for comfort in the saddle and carbon armour protecting the downtube from rock strikes. The progressive geometry is stable at speed, and efficient when you're grinding up a climb. There's storage inside the downtube for puncture repair essentials and all cables are routed through the headtube, so they won't interfere with your bikepacking bags. There are a plethora of mounting points for all kinds of accessories. For commuters and tourers, there are pannier rack and mudguard mounts. There are plenty of bottle holder mounts in/under the front triangle, plus triple fork bolts for even more bottles or gear cages.

The carbon fork dampens down trail buzz to reduce hand fatigue and provides stiff, precise steering. The 2x12 Shimano GRX drivetrain is designed for adventures on gravel, with optimised gearing options and is reliable, stable and quiet. With a 46/30 chainset and 11-36 cassette, you get excellent low-range gearing for grinding up steep double track but still retain enough top-end speed that you'll only spin out on the fastest tarmac descents. Shimano RX410 hydraulic disc brakes provide excellent stopping power for keeping your speed under control, no matter the conditions.

Light, fast and comfortable. The Checkpoint SL 5 gives you the unmatched ride quality of an OCLV Carbon frame with IsoSpeed and gravel-specific geometry, plus internal storage and a drivetrain built for rough terrain.

Features: 

• Rugged, gravel-focused 2x12 Shimano GRX drivetrain made for tackling roads less travelled
• Massive tyre clearance to use tyres up to 45c 
• Fork mounts, frame mounts, rack and mudguard mounts allow you to carry gear needing for day trips and bikepacking
• Sleek internal storage compartment
• Damped, controlled rebound of IsoSpeed decoupler soaks up fatiguing bumps without bouncing you around
• New, progressive geometry for quick, nimble handling
• 500 Series OCLV: achieves superb balance of lightweight, strength and stiffness
• Bontrager TLR (Tubeless Ready)
• Carbon Armour
• Gravel specific tyres
• Flat mount disc brakes: elegant, lighter, smaller and cleaner than traditional brake discs