Checkpoint SLR 7 Era White/Emerald Iris
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Detail Information
Checkpoint SLR 7 is a carbon gravel bike that's built for crushing the world's greatest gravel races. The lightweight 700 Series OCLV Carbon frame has gravel-smoothing IsoSpeed and a nimble-yet-stable progressive geometry. Plus, a Shimano GRX drivetrain that shifts smoothly even in the gnarliest gravel, and extra mounts for gear and accessories. This bike a true gravel-grinding powerhouse.
It's right for you if...
You have big dreams for the likes of The Mid-South, Belgian Waffle Rides and Unbound Gravel, and know you'll need the most dialled gravel bike for these epic adventures. You want our most advanced Checkpoint frame, one that's made specifically for gravel racing.
The tech you get
A 700 Series OCLV Carbon frame with IsoSpeed and carbon armour, a progressive geometry that's stable at speed and efficient when you're grinding up a climb, internal storage, hidden cables that won't interfere with bags and an integrated frame bag and mudguard mounts. Plus, a carbon fork, 2x11 Shimano GRX drivetrain that's built for rugged rides and Bontrager Aeolus Pro 3V OCLV Carbon wheels with wide 700x40c gravel tyres that provide extra traction and stability. Fits up to 45 c tyres.
The final word
Our best Checkpoint frame is designed and built for performance and comfort during gruelling gravel races. It's ultra-light and fast, and comes with premium parts like a rugged Shimano GRX drivetrain and carbon wheels.
Why you'll love it
- The GRX rear derailleur gives you better chain retention and smooth, reliable shifting on rough terrain
- The IsoSpeed decoupler soaks up fatiguing bumps without bouncing you around
- All-new progressive geometry is quick and nimble yet keeps you stable and in control on fast, choppy descents
- A sleek internal storage compartment gives you a versatile spot to stow tools and gear
- Integrated frame bag mounts and mudguard mounts make it easy to carry gear and water
| Frame | 700 Series OCLV Carbon, IsoSpeed, downtube storage door, internal routing, Ride Tuned seat mast, chain keeper, T47 BB, mudguard mounts, integrated frame bag mounts, flat-mount disc, 142x12 mm thru axle |
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| Fork | Checkpoint carbon, tapered carbon steerer, mudguard mounts, flat-mount disc, 12x100 mm thru axle |
| Frame fit | Gravel |
| Wheel front | Bontrager Aeolus Pro 3V, OCLV Carbon, Tubeless Ready, 25 mm rim width, 100x12 mm thru axle |
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| Wheel rear | Bontrager Aeolus Pro 3V, OCLV Carbon, Tubeless Ready, 25 mm rim width, Shimano 11/12-speed freehub, 142x12 mm thru axle |
| Skewer front | Bontrager Switch thru axle, removable lever |
| Skewer rear | Bontrager Switch thru-axle, removable lever |
| Tyre | Bontrager GR1 Team Issue, Tubeless Ready, Inner Strength casing, aramid bead, 120 tpi, 700x40 c |
| Tyre part | Bontrager TLR sealant, 180 ml/6 oz |
| Rim strip | Bontrager TLR |
| Max tyre size | 700x45c / 650x2.1" Bontrager tyres |
| Shifter | Shimano GRX RX815 Di2, 11-speed |
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| Front derailleur | Shimano GRX RX815, braze-on, down swing |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano GRX RX815 |
| *Crank | Size: 49, 52 Shimano GRX RX810, 48/31, 170 mm length |
| Size: 54, 56 Shimano GRX RX810, 48/31, 172.5 mm length |
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| Size: 58, 61 Shimano GRX RX810, 48/31, 175 mm length |
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| Bottom bracket | Praxis, T47 threaded, internal bearing |
| Cassette | Shimano Ultegra HG800, 11-34, 11-speed |
| Chain | Shimano Ultegra HG701, 11-speed |
| Max. chainring size | 1x: 46T, 2x: 50/37 (Shimano: 36) |
| *Saddle | Size: 49, 52 Bontrager P3 Verse Elite, stainless steel rails, 155 mm width |
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| Size: 54, 56, 58, 61 Bontrager P3 Verse Elite, stainless steel rails, 145 mm width |
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| *Seatpost | Size: 49, 52, 54, 56 Bontrager carbon seat mast cap, 5 mm offset, short length |
| Size: 58, 61 Bontrager carbon seat mast cap, 5 mm offset, tall length |
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| *Handlebar | Size: 49 Bontrager Pro IsoCore VR-SF, 38cm |
| Size: 52 Bontrager Pro IsoCore VR-SF, 40cm |
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| Size: 54, 56 Bontrager Pro IsoCore VR-SF, 42cm |
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| Size: 58, 61 Bontrager Pro IsoCore VR-SF, 44 cm |
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| Handlebar tape | Bontrager Supertack Perf tape |
| *Stem | Size: 49 Bontrager Pro, 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree, 70 mm length |
| Size: 52, 54 Bontrager Pro, 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree, 80 mm length |
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| Size: 56, 58 Bontrager Pro, 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree, 90 mm length |
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| Size: 61 Bontrager Pro, 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree, 100 mm length |
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| Brake rotor | Shimano MT800, CenterLock, 160 mm |
| Rotor size | Max brake rotor sizes: 160 mm front and rear |
| Weight | 56 - 8.79 kg/19.38 lb (with TLR sealant, no tubes) |
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| Weight limit | This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider and cargo) of 125 kg (275 lb). |