2018 Marin Gestalt vs 2020 Trek Checkpoint SL Frameset
The Trek Checkpoint SL Frameset size closest to your 54 is the 56. Compare the 56 instead
What changes on the Trek Checkpoint SL Frameset
Compared with the Marin Gestalt in 54, the Trek Checkpoint SL Frameset in 54 places the top of the head tube 14 mm lower and 8 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 21 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- −14 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- +8 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +21 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −0.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +8 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Only the Marin Gestalt is drawn. The Trek Checkpoint SL Frameset numbers we have for size 54 are missing the seat angle.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Marin Gestalt 54 | Trek Checkpoint SL Frameset 54 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 375.4 | 383 | +8 mm |
| Stack | 581.2 | 567 | −14 mm |
| Head tube angle | 72.25 | 71.8° | −0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5 | not listed | |
| Effective top tube | 547 | 551 | +4 mm |
| Chainstay length | 417 | 425 | +8 mm |
| Wheelbase | 993 | 1014 | +21 mm |
| BB drop | 72 | 76 | +4 mm |
| BB height | 271 | not listed | |
| Standover | 795 | 775 | −20 mm |
| Seat tube length | 510 | 540 | +30 mm |
| Head tube length | 150 | 126 | −24 mm |
Differences are the Trek Checkpoint SL Frameset minus the Marin Gestalt. Full charts: 2018 Marin Gestalt, 2020 Trek Checkpoint SL Frameset.
Where each sits in its class
Marin GestaltTrek Checkpoint SL Frameset
Each bike is ranked against the other gravel bikes on Quiver, on frame geometry alone. Not your hand position or ride feel.
What each ships with
The stock build of each bike's first listed trim. Parts that match are dimmed.
| Part | Marin Gestalt1 | Trek Checkpoint SL FramesetSL Frameset |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Marin Gestalt | Trek OCLV |
| Shifter | Shimano Sora | not listed |
| Derailleur | Shimano Sora | not listed |
| Chain | KMC X9 | not listed |
| Crankset | Shimano Sora R345 | not listed |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano Octalink V2 | not listed |
| Pedals | Marin Commute Platform | not listed |
| Tire | Schwalbe G-ONE Performance | not listed |
| Brake | Tektro Spyre-C | not listed |
| Handlebar | Marin Compact Drop | not listed |
| Stem | Marin 3D | not listed |
| Grips | Marin perforated tape | not listed |
| Headset | FSA No.8B | not listed |
| Saddle | Marin Beyond Road Concept Elite | not listed |
| Fork | not listed | Trek Checkpoint |
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