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. 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 Our fastest gravel bike everNew Full System aero tube shapes and an aero-yet-ergonomic one-piece barstem help make Checkmate our fastest gravel bike to date.Our lightest gravel bike everPremium components and 800 Series OCLV Carbon keep things light and fast for ultimate race-day performance.IsoSpeed comfort techIsospeed compliance tech absorbs fatiguing bumps in the road to keep you riding stronger longer.Plenty of tire clearanceRoom for gravel tires up to 45mm wide (as measured) keep you smooth and fast on quick courses and gnarly terrain.Race-optimized gear storageMultiple frame mounts let you add Adventure Bags to carry your race-day essentials while leaving room for ample hydration.New Gravel Race geoThis brand-new geometry was designed specifically for gravel racing to keep you tucked out of the wind, nimble on corners, and in control on descents and rougher roads. Frame 800 Series OCLV Carbon, IsoSpeed, hidden fender mounts, integrated frame bag mounts, RCS Headset System, invisible cable routing, T47, flat mount disc, integrated chainkeeper, removable FD hanger, UDH, 142x12mm chamfered thru axle Fork Checkmate SLR full carbon, tapered carbon steerer, hidden fender mounts, flat mount disc, 12x100mm thru axle Wheel Front Bontrager Aeolus RSL 37V, OCLV Carbon, Tubeless Ready, 37mm rim depth, 100x12mm thru axle Wheel Rear Bontrager Aeolus RSL 37V, OCLV Carbon, Tubeless Ready, 37mm rim depth, 142x12mm thru axle Tire Bontrager Girona RSL GR, Tubeless Ready, aramid bead, 220 tpi, 700x38mm Tire Part Bontrager TLR sealant, 6oz Rim Strip Bontrager TLR Skewer Front Bontrager Switch chamfered thru axle Skewer Rear Bontrager Switch chamfered thru axle, removable lever Shifter SRAM RED AXS E1 // SRAM RED AXS E1 Rear Derailleur SRAM RED XPLR eTap AXS, 46T max cog Crank SRAM RED XPLR, power meter, 42T, DUB wide, 165mm length Bottom Bracket SRAM DUB Wide, T47 threaded, internal bearing // SRAM DUB, T47 threaded, internal bearing Cassette SRAM XG-1391, 10-46T, 13 speed Chain SRAM RED E1, 12/13 speed Brake Rotor SRAM Paceline X, rounded, centerlock, 160mm Saddle Aeolus RSL, carbon rails, 155mm width Seatpost KVF aero carbon seatpost, 5mm offset, 280mm length Handlebar Trek Aero RSL Road integrated bar/stem, OCLV Carbon, Race Fit, 80mm reach, 124mm drop, 37cm control width, 40cm drop width, 70mm stem length Battery SRAM AXS battery pack (with charger) Geometry Chart B B Drop 8 Chainstay Length 42.6 Eff Top Tube 53.2 Frame Reach 38 Frame Size Letter XS Frame Stack 52.5 Head Angle 71.0° Head Tube Length 9.1 Offset 4.9 Saddle Rail Height Max Short 61.1 Saddle Rail Height Max Tall 65.1 Saddle Rail Height Min Short 54.6 Saddle Rail Height Min Tall 58.6 Seat Tube 37.3 Seat Tube Angle 73.9° Standover 71.8 Trail 7.2 Wheelbase 100.3 Wheel Size 700c
