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2022 Trek Checkpoint SL Gen 2 Frameset vs 2023 Specialized Crux Comp

The 58 is the Specialized Crux Comp size closest to your 58 Trek Checkpoint SL Gen 2 Frameset. We match frame stack and reach. This is a geometry comparison, not a fit recommendation; stem, spacers, handlebars and saddle setup also affect your riding position.

What changes on the Specialized Crux Comp

Compared with the Trek Checkpoint SL Gen 2 Frameset in 58, the Specialized Crux Comp in 58 places the top of the head tube 11 mm lower and 6 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 13 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.

Frame stack
−11 mm
Lower front end
Frame reach
−6 mm
Shorter frame reach
Wheelbase
−13 mm
Shorter: quicker to change direction
Head angle
−0.0°
About the same head angle
Chainstays
−10 mm
Shorter: livelier

The two frames

We can't draw these frames yet. The Trek Checkpoint SL Gen 2 Frameset numbers we have for size 58 are missing the seat angle. The numbers below still compare.

Geometry side by side

MeasurementTrek Checkpoint SL Gen 2 Frameset 58Specialized Crux Comp 58Difference
Reach411405mm−6 mm
Stack609598mm−11 mm
Head tube angle72.3°72.25°−0.0°
Effective top tube597not listed
Chainstay length435425mm−10 mm
Wheelbase10581045mm−13 mm
BB drop7472mm−2 mm
Standover829841mm+12 mm
Seat tube length580576mm−4 mm
Head tube length165167mm+2 mm
Seat tube anglenot listed73.5°
BB heightnot listed286mm
Fork lengthnot listed401mm

Differences are the Specialized Crux Comp minus the Trek Checkpoint SL Gen 2 Frameset. Full charts: 2022 Trek Checkpoint SL Gen 2 Frameset, 2023 Specialized Crux Comp.

Where each sits in its class

Trek Checkpoint SL Gen 2 FramesetSpecialized Crux Comp

AggressivePositionUpright
CalmSteeringQuick
PlayfulBalancePlanted

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.

PartTrek Checkpoint SL Gen 2 FramesetSL Gen 2 FramesetSpecialized Crux CompComp
FrameTrek OCLVSpecialized CruX FACT
ForkTrek CheckpointSpecialized FACT 12R Carbon
Shifternot listedSRAM Rival
Derailleurnot listedSRAM Rival 1
Chainnot listedKMC X11 Extra
Cranksetnot listedSRAM Rival
Chainringnot listedSRAM Rival 1x
Wheelsetnot listedDT Swiss G540
Tirenot listedSpecialized Pathfinder Pro 2BR
Brakenot listedSRAM Rival
Handlebarnot listedSpecialized Adventure Gear
Seatpostnot listedRoval Terra
Saddlenot listedSpecialized Power Sport

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