Checkpoint ALR 3
Checkpoint ALR 3 is the best value gravel bike in the line-up. Kitted out with a 300 Series Alpha Aluminium frame, the Checkpoint ALR 3 is just as responsive on chunky gravel roads as it is smooth on the tarmac. Tubeless-ready wheels help fight punctures in the rough while a 2x9-speed Shimano group set and mechanical disc brakes balance budget with reliability.
The tech you get: A responsive 300 Series Alpha Aluminium frame, hidden cables that won't interfere with bags, integrated rack, mudguard and frame bag mounts, a 2x9 Shimano Sora drivetrain for smooth shifting on punchy climbs and variable terrain, mechanical disc brakes for ease of stopping quick in all conditions, tubeless-ready rims and wide Bontrager Girona Pro 700x42c gravel tyres for added comfort and traction.
Why you’ll love it
- The durable and capable 300 Series Alpha Aluminium frame makes for a fun, stable and responsive ride
- You get serious versatility that's suited for a wide variety of ride styles, from gravel and bikepacking to daily commutes
- Massive tyre clearance means you can use tyres up to 45 c for extra traction and stability in any conditions
- Powerful mechanical disc brakes make stopping in all conditions easy
Specifications
Frameset
- Frame: 300 Series Alpha Aluminium, tapered head tube, Internal cable routing, 3S chain keeper, T47 BB, rack and mudguard mounts, integrated frame bag mounts, flat-mount disc, 142x12 mm thru-axle
- Fork: Checkpoint, full carbon, tapered carbon steerer, rack mounts, fender mounts, flat mount disc, 12x100mm thru axle
Drivetrain
- Crankset: FSA Omega, 46x30
- Shifters: Shimano Sora R3000, 9-speed
- Rear Derailleur: Shimano Sora R3000, mid cage, 34T max cog
- Chain: Shimano Sora HG53, 9-speed
- Cassette: Shimano Sora HG400, 11-32, 9-speed
Components
- Handlebar: Bontrager Elite Gravel
- Bartape: Bontrager Supertack Perf tape
- Brakes: Tektro C550 mechanical disc brake, dual piston, flat mount
- Saddle: Bontrager Verse Comp, steel rails
