Hi, my name is Logan. I live in central Wisconsin where I enjoy riding the back roads on my Trek Checkpoint Gravel bike. Come along for a ride with me while I explore what Wisconsin has to offer from the scenic gravel back roads to riding the road as an ambassador for Trek Store of Wausau, Wisconsin.
If you were spending your own money on an upgraded set of rims for the sl5, would you go for these now for $1700 or would the Terra C set for $750 make more sense? Btw, did you upgrade the cassette on this bike from stock?
If I were buying for an SL5 now I would definitely go for the 37V. Reasons being 1. They are much lighter. 2 they have a 108 point of engagement hub. This is noticeable at higher speeds and loose terrain. 3. The 37V is far more comfortable and compliment than the Terra c. Especially on rough terrain. If budget is on the mind the Terra c is a nice deal at $750. They are also pretty robust. Thus the added weight. But overall I would recommend the 37V if you are able.
It has 108 points of engagement... It is meant to sound that way... you think this sounds bad listen to an i9 hub. Thanks for the comment and have a great day!
@@thewisconsingravelcyclist 100 or 1000, it doesn't matter. For me it is too loud. It doesn't sounds like normal sprocket. Producers should thik about to silence down it.
I just got the forge + bond shift CR45 wheels, which I think are made in the same factory using the same process. I have not ridden my wheels yet, glad to hear you like wheels that may be similar.
I have a her 12 black. Unfortunately I must have an issue with mine as that feature doesn’t work on mine. Might need to update the firmware or something. Will have to work on that for future events. Wahoo also has a way to integrate their bolt and roam for controlling the go pro as well now! I haven’t had a chance to play with that yet.
I ride a 52. I’m 5”8 to 5”9 depending on the measurement. 30 inch inseam. I’m in between a 52 and 54 and went 52 because of the stand over height and the reach. I normally say to size down one size on a checkpoint unless you have rode that size and determined it works for you.
@@thewisconsingravelcyclist Thanks for the reply. It feels oddly comfortable because my old bike felt cramped. But I'm basically at the 30 day return policy and haven't been on a ride longer than 2 hours. Luckily the 2 hour long ride felt fine and no pain. I will say the larger frame feels a little less nimble and it's not as easy to throw the bike around. But it feels good on the roads and at high speeds. It's such a tough decision.
About to pull the trigger on an SL-5 Checkpoint. Also looking at the Lauf Seigla. I might have to take you up on the riding in the Wausau area. I am from Wausau.
Wausau Wheelers has gravel rides every Monday starting at Nine Mile County forest! I try to be there most weeks. Would be great to have more people join.
I thought the ruby red granite on the roads look familiar ;) I have my bike choice narrowed to the SL-6 checkpoint, and the Lauf Seigla. Trek really seams like a nice bike.
Nice comments, certainly good to upgrade the seat and tires. I went with Specialized seat and tires, can’t wait to take it back into the Trek store for its one year tune up, lol.
Performance isn't any different then GRX 600 or 800. Weight is the only thing that changes 🤷♂. Thanks for the comment on the video and have a good one!
I've had great experience with these wheels. They came stock on my CruX. I've ran 38 pathfinder tires (gravel, stock) and 32s gp 5000s (road), both tubeless, and never had an issue on any terrain. Love the weight. Great hubs.
Thanks for the great videos. I have the same Trek SL5. I would like to get the Terske Self Locking nuts. Could you please put a link to the mountain screws in the chat? Sorry, but it is difficult to see in the video.
Heres the link! Thank you for watching and leaving a comment!! www.amazon.com/dp/B09LMNVTTN?ref=nb_sb_ss_w_as-reorder-t1_k1_1_6&=&crid=2JN4ZOWCZFO72&=&sprefix=terske
Looks like we feel pretty similar about this bike! I got an SL5 a month ago and I am in love. The bike I had been riding was an older Giant Defy Advanced 2 carbon and while I loved the bike it was just always so twitchy for me... had to keep my guard up all the time.... never felt very comfortable riding hands free for example. The checkpoint is freaking amazing I just can't believe how smooth and comfortable it is and it just goes wherever you point it period. Like I said I am in love -- I feel like I am rediscovering the joy of cycling again. I'm less interested in dueling with cars these days and have dirt roads and rail trails and other trails nearby and I'm loving it. Cars suck. Unless one wants to race, or do real mountain biking, this is an outstanding do-it-all bike without major compromises... Even as a road bike I'd never want to ride a road frame again because the Checkpoint is just SO SOLID AND COMFORTABLE! I was excited to get a new bike, but it has blown away my expectations.
I have 2 pair of dt swiss wheels. Both have the same 240 hubs, same height and aero spokes. They weight also the same but the carbon wheelset runs much better....is it stiffness roundness?
Hi, Stiffness is not roundness. In terms of roundness they have been spot on when checked for truing. I am referring to stiffness in terms of ride quality. In terms of the carbon being much better... that is subjective and can only be determined by an engineer who has compared the two wheelsets side by side. Thanks for the comment! I will have to take a look at those wheels as well!!
@@thewisconsingravelcyclist Sry, write the question wrong (i'm from germany my engl isn't so good) I ask myself whats the reason carbon rims are more fast if the weight, hubs and rim height is the same...?
