It’s right for you if…

You’re ready to explore the roads less traveled and want a versatile aluminum bike that’s built to tackle it all. You want confident geometry that keeps you comfortable on gravel or rough roads and upgraded components where it matters most, like 12-speed SRAM Apex XPLR shifting.

The tech you get

A 300 Series Alpha Aluminum frame with a full carbon fork, with clearance for up to 50mm tires. Upgraded SRAM Apex XPLR 12-speed shifting, hydraulic disc brakes, Bontrager Paradigm wheels with Bontrager Girona Pro Tubeless Ready tires, plus mounts for loading up with bags, racks, and gear.

The final word

Want a ride that balances price and performance? Checkpoint ALR 5 delivers with endurance gravel geometry, upgraded components, and an Alpha Aluminum frame that’s durable, comfortable, and easier on the planet.

1. Checkpoint ALR features the same updated endurance geometry as its carbon sibling, giving you comfort and control in the rough stuff
2. You get road-smoothing comfort from a full carbon fork and clearance for up to 50mm tires
3. Its spec’d with 12-speed SRAM Apex XPRL shifting that’s extra durable and provides plenty of gears for steep climbs and long grinds alike
4. Tons of mounts on the frame and fork give you places to load up for epic bikepacking adventures or commuting around town