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Trek’s gravel lineup has been a one-bike show, with the Checkpoint as the do-it-all option. It’s approachable, versatile, and capable of going for big miles or new riders getting their feet dirty. But let’s be honest—gravel isn’t just about adventure anymore. It’s evolved into a full-on arms race. Now, gravel is filled with former World Tour and domestic professionals, serious gravel-only athletes, and aspiring phenoms who want a bike that matches their ambitions. The same goes for everyone who toes the line and peaked for a race. The “do-it-all” gravel bike just doesn’t cut it anymore if you wanna be at the pointy end of the field. Trek has found a solution in its first dedicated race-focused gravel bike, the Trek Checkmate. (All Photos: Jordan Villella/BikeRumor.com) Trek’s Answer to Speed-Obsessed Gravel Racers
Trek-Driftless (Trek’s dedicated gravel team) is racing the premiere events on the US off-road and gravel calendar, so it was only a matter of time before Trek built a proper race machine. Review- Trek Checkmate SLR 9 backside Where does the Checkmate fit in? The Checkmate slots into the gravel race segment alongside BMC’s Kaius, Canyon’s Grail CFR, Cervelo’s Aspero, and 3T’s Exploro. It’s a race machine with little creature comforts that brings Madone Gen 8-inspired aero tube shaping and hyper-aggressive handling to the dirt. Review- Trek Checkmate SLR 9 head on Aero, […]
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