Best Trek products in the Gravel bikes category
On this page you'll find a ranking of the best Trek products in this category. To give you a quick overview, we've already ranked the most important information about the products for you.
1. Trek - Domane AL 2, Gloss Mulsanne Blue/Matte Black (54)
It’s the right bike for you if…
… you are a budget-conscious rider who has just discovered road cycling and is looking for a proper road bike that clearly stands out in terms of ride feel, speed, and efficiency compared to a leisure bike or mountain bike. The Domane AL 2 is an excellent choice if road cycling is still new to you and you want a high-quality road bike that will serve you well for a long time.
What you get with this setup
The Shimano drivetrain with 16 gears is operated via shifters integrated into the brake levers, allowing you to keep your hands on the handlebars while the wide gear range makes rides on hilly roads more manageable. The lightweight aluminum frame features fender mounts and comes with a carbon fork – a feature that is quite rare in road bikes in this price range.
Our final word
The Domane AL 2 is the ideal comfort-oriented entry into the road bike category. It impresses with a great speed-oriented geometry that is, however, less aggressive than that of the bikes used in the Tour de France. Additionally, it is of course covered by our lifetime warranty.
2. Trek Checkpoint ALR 3
It’s the right bike for you if you want to dive into the nearly limitless world of gravel riding – and do so on a bike that reliably accompanies you on your daily (bumpy) commute without breaking the bank.
Here’s what you get: an agile frame made from 300 Series Alpha Aluminum, hidden cables that won’t interfere with your bags, integrated mounting points for frame bags, racks, and fenders, a Shimano Sora 2x9 drivetrain for smooth gear changes on challenging climbs and varied terrain, mechanical disc brakes for reliable stopping power in all conditions, tubeless-ready wheels, and wide Bontrager Girona Pro Gravel tires in 700 x 42C for added comfort and confident traction.
If you want to explore less-traveled roads and paths, the Checkpoint ALR 3 is your perfect companion. With its budget-friendly components and a frame that is both comfortable and high-performing, this gravel bike is your versatile partner for bumpy commutes and exciting gravel adventures.
3. Trek Checkpoint SL 6 AXS Gen 3
It’s the right bike for you if you’re looking for big two-wheeled adventures and need a bike that will reliably accompany you on less-traveled paths. Our IsoSpeed technology is designed to enhance your comfort over long, tough miles, a high-quality drivetrain ensures reliable gear shifts even in deep gravel, and numerous mounting options will accommodate your gear and secure your hydration.
Here’s what you get: a frame made of 500 Series OCLV Carbon with a carbon fork, a storage compartment in the downtube, mounting options on the frame and fork, and space for tires up to 50 mm (as measured). A completely wireless SRAM Rival AXS 1x12 drivetrain, hydraulic disc brakes, a carbon seat post, and Bontrager Paradigm Comp Tubeless-Ready wheels with 42 mm wide tires.
Our final word: The Checkpoint SL 6 AXS Gen 3 is made for long exploration tours – featuring vibration-damping IsoSpeed technology, a lightweight carbon frame, and higher-quality components in the right places.
4. Trek Checkpoint SL 7 AXS Gen 3
It’s the right bike for you if you’re ready to ride further and discover more of the world around you – on a gravel bike that’s built for this challenge (and much more). You want to take advantage of the vibration-damping benefits of our IsoSpeed technology and benefit from key upgrades like carbon wheels and a wireless SRAM Force AXS D2 drivetrain.
Here’s what you get: a frame made from 500 Series OCLV Carbon with a carbon fork, a storage compartment in the downtube, and space for tires up to 50 mm (as measured), along with mounting options on the frame and fork. A completely wireless SRAM Force XPLR AXS 1x12 drivetrain, hydraulic disc brakes, a carbon seat post, and Bontrager Aeolus Elite 35V Tubeless-Ready wheels with 42 mm wide tires.
Are you looking for a bike for your longest adventures? Then grab the Checkpoint SL 7 AXS Gen 3. This adventure-hungry gravel bike is based on our new Gravel Endurance geometry and benefits from our vibration-damping IsoSpeed technology. It features numerous mounting options for gear, shifts smoothly and crisply thanks to a high-quality drivetrain, and rolls on lightweight carbon wheels.
5. Trek Checkpoint SL 5 AXS Gen 3
This is the right bike for you if you're looking for a carbon gravel bike for extensive exploration tours, equipped with affordable components that you can upgrade over time. You want the vibration-damping benefits of IsoSpeed technology, which smooths out bumpy, tiring gravel paths and helps you pedal stronger for longer. You also don’t want to miss out on attachment points for your gear and sufficient hydration options.
Here’s what you get: a frame made from 500 Series OCLV Carbon along with a carbon fork, a storage compartment in the downtube, mounting options on the frame and fork, and space for tires up to 50 mm (as measured). A completely wireless SRAM Apex XPLR AXS 1x12 drivetrain, hydraulic disc brakes, a carbon seat post, and Bontrager Paradigm SL Tubeless-Ready wheels with 42 mm wide tires.
If extensive gravel tours fully loaded are your thing, the Checkpoint SL 5 is the perfect choice. With its mix of reliable components and road-smoothing frame technology, this powerful and comfortable gravel bike offers plenty of performance at a fair price.
The Checkpoint SL 6 AXS Gen 3 is designed for long exploration tours – featuring vibration-damping IsoSpeed technology, a lightweight carbon frame, and higher-quality components in the right places.
6. Trek Checkpoint ALR 5, Matte Keswick, 2024 (58)
The Checkpoint ALR 5 is an aluminum gravel bike with an outstanding price-performance ratio, designed for long kilometers on both smooth asphalt and bumpy gravel. With its wealth of features, such as the agile yet stable progressive geometry, countless mounting options for epic bikepacking adventures, and the robust SRAM Apex 1x12 drivetrain, this bike can be adapted to almost any adventure.
Details:
- Frame: 300 Series Alpha Aluminum, tapered head tube, internal cable routing, 3S chain keeper, T47 BB, rack and fender mounts, integrated frame bag mounts, flat mount disc, 142x12mm thru axle
- Fork: Checkpoint Carbon, tapered carbon steerer tube, luggage and fender mounts, flat mount disc brake mount, 12 x 100 mm thru axle
- Groupset: SRAM Apex XPLR
- Wheels: Bontrager
- Finishing kit: Bontrager
- Weight: 9.6kg (56).
7. Trek Checkpoint ALR 5
This is the right bike for you if you're aiming for epic gravel adventures that end with a large drink of your choice. However, that doesn't mean you want to compromise on your bike's performance. For your hard-earned money, you expect a lot, especially quality, versatility, and durability – and plenty of fun.
Here's what you get:
A frame made of 300 Series Alpha Aluminum with progressive geometry that is stable at high speeds and efficient on climbs, hidden cable routing that won't interfere with your bags, mounts for a rack and fenders, as well as integrated attachment points for a frame bag. Additionally, it features a SRAM Apex 1x12 drivetrain for challenging climbs and deep gravel, hydraulic disc brakes for reliable all-weather stopping power, tubeless-ready wheels, and wide Bontrager GR1 Team Issue gravel tires in 700 x 40C for extra stability and confident traction.
Our final word:
If you want to get as much adventure as possible for your money, the Checkpoint ALR 5 is the way to go. High-quality components, a durable aluminum frame, and a wealth of features – such as increased tire clearance and numerous customization options – instill confidence for longer adventures.
8. Trek Checkpoint ALR 4
This is the right bike for you if you're ready for adventures off the beaten path and looking for a gravel bike that strikes a balance between an attractive price and high performance. The Checkpoint ALR 4 has the potential to turn every ride into an adventure.
Here’s what you get: an agile frame made from 300 Series Alpha Aluminum, hidden cables that won’t interfere with your bags, integrated mounting points for frame bags, racks, and fenders, a SRAM Apex 1x11 drivetrain for smooth gear changes on challenging climbs and varied terrain, mechanical disc brakes for reliable stopping power in all conditions, tubeless-ready wheels, and wide Bontrager Girona Pro gravel tires in 700 x 42C for added comfort and confident traction.
If you're looking for a practical bike to explore all kinds of roads and trails on two wheels, you’ve found it with the Checkpoint ALR 4. Versatility is the name of the game – and the sturdy aluminum frame, mounting points for various accessories, and wide tires enhance comfort, make the bike customizable to individual needs, and allow you to roll confidently even off-road.
