11/06/2026
⚡️ Gravel, hills, batteries, and bragging rights! 🚴♂️⛰️
This past weekend, three of us headed to the Peak District to take on the Glorious Gravel event, tackling the 70km (43-mile) route aboard two Trek Checkpoint+ SL 5 electric gravel bikes and one Trek Checkpoint SL 5.
The funniest part? The oldest rider in the group, Fred, was the only one riding the non-electric bike! 😂 Fair play, Fred – proving age is just a number.
I rode a Checkpoint+ SL 5 with its smooth 60Nm motor and 360Wh battery, using a mixture of assist modes throughout the day. Thanks to the comfortable endurance geometry, it felt planted and comfortable even on the longest climbs and roughest sections. I rolled over the finish line with 10% battery remaining.
Meanwhile, our very own Shropshire Mon took a more conservative approach, only using the assist when he really needed it... and finished with a whopping 83% battery left! 👏
Same bike. Same distance. Completely different riding styles.
It just goes to show how versatile and lightweight the Checkpoint+ really is. Use the assist when you want it, save it when you don't, and enjoy the ride either way.
https://www.trekbikes.com/gb/en_GB/bikes/road-bikes/gravel-bikes/electric-gravel-bikes/checkpoint/f/F224-5/checkpoint+-sl-5/57446/5337521
If you're curious about electric gravel bikes, or just want to chat about your next adventure, pop into the store and speak with the team. We'd love to help you find your perfect ride! 🚴♀️☕️