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Checkpoint ALR 5 is the best value gravel bike in the lineup. It's a high-quality build that will hold up for long, rugged miles on pavement, dirt, and even the most treacherous gravel roads. A wealth of features like nimble-yet-stable progressive geometry, loads of mounts, plus a GRX drivetrain make it easy to customize for your kind of adventure. It's right for you if... Unlike the pure roadie who measures watts and weighs out meals, you favor epic off-road adventures that probably end with a beer and a burrito. But that doesn't mean you'll compromise on performance. You expect to get a lot for your hard-earned dollar, including quality, versatility, durability, and a ridiculous amount of fun. The tech you get A stout aluminum frame with a progressive geometry that's stable at speed and efficient when you're grinding up a climb, hidden cables that won't interfere with bags, rack and fender mounts and integrated frame bag mounts, a 2x11 Shimano GRX drivetrain with lower gears for grinding up hills or through rough gravel, hydraulic disc brakes for all-condition stopping power, tubeless ready rims, and wide 700x40c gravel tires for added stability and traction. The final word If the amount of adventure you can get per dollar spent is a priority for you, you won't do better than Checkpoint ALR 5. Quality parts, a durable alloy frame, and a wealth of features like extra tire clearance and customization options so you can confidently take on bigger, better adventures. Why you'll love it - All-new progressive geometry is quick and nimble yet keeps you stable and in control on fast, choppy descents - This bike is exceedingly versatile and suited to a wide variety of ride styles, including gravel rides, bikepacking, and daily commutes - Massive tire clearance means you can use tires up to 45c for extra traction and stability in any conditions - Integrated frame bag mounts and rack and fender mounts make it easy to carry gear and water

Domane AL 2 Disc is an awesome pick for your first road bike. The lightweight frame is responsive yet stable for a fun, confidence inspiring ride. Plus, it's built with reliable parts and disc brakes that provide better stopping power in any weather. Best of all, the comfort-focused design makes every single ride more enjoyable. - A smooth, comfortable, and super fun ride at a price that won't break the bank - The stable Endurance Geometry delivers comfort and confidence - The unique IsoSpeed Carbon fork, which swoops forward toward the dropouts, absorbs vibrations from the road so your arms won't fatigue as quickly - DuoTrap S compatibility makes it easy to wirelessly track your rides, so you can set goals and watch yourself reach them

Emonda ALR 5 Disc is a lightweight aluminum road bike with powerful hydraulic disc brakes, a reliable 2x11 Shimano 105 drivetrain, and an advanced alloy frame that gives it the sleek looks and handling of a far more expensive carbon bike. It's right for you if... You want all the advantages of a bike built to be the lightest in its class, with the added benefit of powerful disc brakes and a wallet-friendly alloy frame with the sleek looks and handling you'd expect only from a carbon frame. The tech you get A lightweight 300 Series Alpha Aluminum with shaped tubes and Invisible Weld Technology, a carbon fork that absorbs vibration from the road, powerful flat mount hydraulic disc brakes, Bontrager Affinity Tubeless Ready wheels, and a full 2x11 Shimano 105 drivetrain for precise and dependable shifting. The final word The extra versatility and better performance of disc brakes, an advanced alloy frame that looks and performs like carbon, and a reliable Shimano 105 drivetrain give this race-ready ride an incredible amount of versatility. Why you'll love it 1 - Carbon looks and handling, alloy price point: Invisible Weld Technology and shaped tubes for sleek looks, light weight, and incredible handling 2 - It climbs fast, corners on rails, and descends with confidence 3 - Disc brakes offer better braking performance and extra clearance for wider, more stable tires 4 - It shares the geometry of our highest-end carbon Emonda race bikes, and it gives you a ride quality that stands up in every way to far more expensive carbon bikes 5 - Internal cable routing extends the life of your cables and adds to the bike's sleek look