It's right for you if...
You want to make the jump into the wide world of gravel, exploration, and even daily commutes that wander off the beaten path – and you don't want to break the bank leaping in.
The tech you get
A responsive 300 Series Alpha Aluminum frame, hidden cables that won't interfere with bags, integrated rack, fender, and frame bag mounts, a 2x9 Shimano Sora drivetrain for smooth shifting on punchy climbs and variable terrain, mechanical disc brakes for ease of stopping quick in all conditions, tubeless ready rims, and wide Bontrager Girona Pro 700x42c gravel tires for added comfort and traction.
The final word
When you want to start exploring the road less traveled, reach for Checkpoint ALR 3. This budget-minded gravel bike gives you room to grow from rugged commutes to gravel grinds with economical components and a comfortable, capable frame that's built to take you on every adventure.