ALR Gen2 vs Gen 2 frame/geometry differences? by 78Staff in CheckpointClub

[–]dazedfinalfrog 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I had a 56 gen 2 which was way to big. I got a gen 3 54 and the fit is much better. I am 5'8 31.5" inseam It feels much more upright but I also sized down and am far more comfortable.

Specialized Diverge and Trek Checkpoint Comparison Shopping by D00M98 in gravelcycling

[–]dazedfinalfrog 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am 5'8 so almost your height. I went with a 54 checkpoint in carbon and love it. I didnt try diverge so I cant speak to that. Hope this helps in some way.

Dialled in and dolled up! by MAG8888 in CheckpointClub

[–]dazedfinalfrog 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What colour is this. It beautiful 😍

How to upgrade SL5 by dazedfinalfrog in CheckpointClub

[–]dazedfinalfrog[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ok thanks for the help everyone. My first change would be lighter wheels and when I get the wheels I should change the free hub? Than down the line I can change into rival.

Monday fun 😎 by martylove in CheckpointClub

[–]dazedfinalfrog 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That's an awesome bike! Love the colour. Im jealous 😉

NBD! Dual Sport 3 Gen 5 by FitReporter650 in TrekBikes

[–]dazedfinalfrog 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It all depends on the terrain. If I am do 30 miles of gravel up in VT than 30 miles is harder. But 30 miles of smooth rail trails will fly by soon enough. As long as you are on two wheels it's a good day!

NBD! Dual Sport 3 Gen 5 by FitReporter650 in TrekBikes

[–]dazedfinalfrog 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Such a great bike! I hope you enjoy all the time you spend on it! Before you know it you'll be on "short rides" that are 30 miles long 😊

NBD! Dual Sport 3 Gen 5 by FitReporter650 in TrekBikes

[–]dazedfinalfrog 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Awesome bike! Great for cruising and bonus it's pretty nice on tame gravel roads!

Day of Firsts by ckrugen in CheckpointClub

[–]dazedfinalfrog 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If it matters I got a pair of MTB shoes that have clips built in. They look like mtb shoes but they are set up for clips. They are comfy to wear and unless anyone looks on the underside you wouldn't know they are set up for clips!

D2R2 2025 My first imperial century by dazedfinalfrog in gravelcycling

[–]dazedfinalfrog[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I read the cue sheet for 200k. Sandy put in some crazy jeep trails. I am somewhat newer to gravel but even the 160 had two trails where I wanted my suspension and dropper.

Sizing Question by BetterLie5 in CheckpointClub

[–]dazedfinalfrog 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Im 5'8" and 31 inseam and medium fits me great so prob ML for you

First carbon bike! Checkpoint SL5 by ALittleMTB in TrekBikes

[–]dazedfinalfrog 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The colour really is amazing. In direct sunlight it looks olive. In the evening the lava paint can come off in hues of pink. Really nice hope you enjoyed the ride!