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Best praise vs top criticism for Trek Checkpoint ALR 5
“ I recommend the Emonda models for a rider like you. But I am not going to pay two thousand dollars for a used ALR 5. NO WAY. Ask the owner if he can make the bike 500 cheaper. 1,800 or 1,500 which is a steal 🤫 TBH you can buy a new ALR 5 for 2,999…. [TREK ALR 5 (new)](https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/bikes/road-bikes/performance-road-bikes/%C3%A9monda/%C3%A9monda-alr/%C3%A9monda-alr-5/p/36100/)”
“I think most gravel bikes would be a decent option. Diverge is very popular but be aware the base model has garbage components (tektro mechanical brakes oof). I think Trek Checkpoint or Cannondale Topstone 3/4 is much better value.”
117 Reddit opinions analyzed • Last updated 2/24/2026