trek gravel carbon bike Trek Checkmate SLR 9 AXS

trek gravel carbon bike Trek Checkmate SLR 9 AXSTrek Checkmate SLR 9 AXS The Trek Checkmate SLR 9 AXS is our fastest and lightest gravel race bike, built to chase podiums down rowdy roads. It combines a lightweight aero design with IsoSpeed road smoothing tech and new Gravel Race geometry that keeps you poised for the attack without eating up your energy. To keep you at the front of the pack, it's equipped with top tier parts, like carbon wheels and SRAM's latest ergonomic RED AXS XPLR wireless

Trek Checkmate SLR 9 AXS

The Trek Checkmate SLR 9 AXS is our fastest and lightest gravel race bike, built to chase podiums down rowdy roads. It combines a lightweight aero design with IsoSpeed road-smoothing tech and new Gravel Race geometry that keeps you poised for the attack without eating up your energy. To keep you at the front of the pack, it's equipped with top-tier parts, like carbon wheels and SRAM's latest ergonomic RED AXS XPLR wireless drivetrain.

It's right for you if...
You're looking for a rig that's ready to race the most epic gravel adventures. You want a bike that delivers aerodynamics in a lightweight package, but not at the cost of your comfort. You know that the best parts are often what separates the top step from the rest, and you want carbon wheels and SRAM's new RED AXS wireless electronic drivetrain to give you the edge.

The tech you get
A lightweight and aerodynamic 800 Series OCLV Carbon frame with IsoSpeed comfort technology and plenty of mounts to carry race-day essentials. Bontrager Aeolus RSL 37V carbon wheels and a Trek Aero RSL carbon bar/stem that keep your ride light and nimble. Plus, SRAM's lightest and most ergonomic RED XPLR AXS drivetrain with wireless shifting that's built for rougher roads.

The final word
When race day matters, reach for Checkmate SLR 9 AXS. This speed-driven gravel bike is built to drop weight, boost comfort, and deliver every upgrade you need to chase podiums. It combines new Gravel Race geometry with comfort-focused features, like IsoSpeed vibration-damping tech, to keep you at your prime from mile 10 to 200.

Why you'll love it

• You're after a gravel bike that's made to soar right off the starting line with Full System Foil aero tube shapes and an aero-yet-ergonomic one-piece bar/stem
  
• Comfort isn't kicked to the side, thanks to road-smoothing IsoSpeed tech and clearance room for tires up to 45mm wide (as measured)
  
• New Gravel Race geometry keeps you tucked out of the wind and poised for the attack without compromising the fit you need for comfort through long miles
  
• Our lightest gravel bike ever, with premium 800 Series OCLV Carbon that helps you save energy by reducing road chatter
  
• It comes equipped with plenty of mounts to add Adventure Bags and carry all your race-day essentials

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