Trek Checkpoint ALR 4 Gravel Bike 2020 [Review]

OVERVIEW

Trek Checkpoint ALR 4 Gravel bike 2020 [Review]

The Trek Checkpoint ALR 4 is one of the best, affordable gravel bikes in the market. It travels at a fast speed because of its light, aluminum body frame. The frame also makes the bike ride on any terrain because of its rugged, shock-absorbing carbon fork. It is specifically suited to gravel roads because of the wide, gravel tires. The flat-mounted, hydraulic disc brakes high stopping power when needed.

Features

Lightweight Aluminum frame

The Checkpoint AL 4 is a very fast gravel bike. It can also be used in commuting. This is because of its light, high-performance Alpha aluminum core structure. With this core makeup, it is able to cope with the vibrations and rigors associated with bike riding on gravel grounds. It has integrated  rack mounts, making it easy for carrying of accessories and water bottles

Disc braking system

The flat mount disc brakes system of this gravel bike is topnotch. In comparison to typical road bikes, the hydraulic braking system of the Checkpoint ALR 4 is lighter and way smaller. This gives the bike a great stopping force when required, even in the roughest terrains.  The tires are great for riding on pebble surfaces, giving the rider more body equilibrium and better grip.

Carbonized fork system

This gravel bike comes with a lightweight, carbonized fork set. This enables the rider to go on long bike rides without hand fatigue. In other words, the fork efficiently absorbs all the shocks from the bumps on rough surfaces. This makes the rider comfortable during cycling. The Shimano lever system comes with the “Stranglehold” dropout feature. This allows adjustment of the gears according to the preference of the rider.

SPECIFICATIONS

Sizes: Small, medium, large, extra large and extra extra large

Weight: 22.62 pounds

Weight capacity: 275 lbs

Body makeup: Alpha aluminum frame, rack mounts, fenders, 300 series, flat-mounted disc brakes, taped head tube, internal wire routing, thru-axle of 142 by 12mm

Fork system: Carbonized, alloy, thru-axle of 12 by 100mm, rack mounts

Spokes: stainless steel, 14 grams

Rim: 17mm wide, Bontrager branded, tubeless, Presta

Front-wheel: Bontrager, alloy, center disc lock, thru-axle of 100 by 12mm

Back wheel: Bontrager, alloy, covered bearing, thru-axle of 142 by 12mm, Shimano lever, 11-speed levels

Tires: Bontrager branded, GR1, wire beading, 60 TPI, 40c

Shift lever: 10-speed levels, RX 400 Shimano,

Braking system: RX 400 hydraulic disc brakes, flat-mounted,

Headset: 1.5 inches, covered cartridge, FSA integration

Crankset: RX 600, Shimano

Front derailleur: brazen, RX 400 Shimano

Back derailleur: RX 400 Shimano, 36-T, cage

Chainset: kmc 10

Seat saddle: 138mm wide, Montrose, stainless steel

Seat post: alloy, offset 8mm, 330mm long, Bontrager

Handlebar: alloy, Bontrager Elite, 123mm elevation

Body stem: Blendr friendly, 7-degree elevation

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Pros

• Affordable price
• Versatile terrain use
• Bikepacking gears
• Cheap body spare parts
• Blendr-supported stem

Cons

• It is rather heavy
• Rims are too narrow

FAQs

What kind of braking system does the Checkpoint ALR 4 come with?

This road bile has flat-mounted disc brakes which provide abundant stopping force in rough terrain

What makes the Checkpoint ALR 4 comfortable for long-distance riding?

The lightweight, carbonized fork system absorbs all the road shocks, reducing muscle fatigue.

Conclusion

Looking for a bike that you can use on both flat and tough landscape? This budget-friendly Checkpoint ALR 4 is well suited to cover your needs. With an aluminum frame, the bike comes with rugged tires to take on gravel surfaces. It enables stability while riding at optimal speeds for long distances without fatigue. This is courtesy of the shock-absorbing fork. It is also great for riding uphill.