Trek Domane SL6 vs Checkpoint SL6
Looking at the trek domane sl6 & the checkpoint sl6, which one comes out on top for a 90% road 10% mixed terrain (packed gravel) user?
Would want durability, reliability, easy to upgrade drivetrain in the future, simple to accessorize (not held to select brands & proprietary gadgets) , retain mechanical shifting, must have hydraulic disc brakes.
The things that stand out to me that I'm comparing are the following:
checkpoint*
Shimano GRX RX810 shifters
Trek BB90
Shimano Ultegra HG800, 11-34, 11 speed
Shimano GRX RX810 groupset
FSA Integrated, sealed cartridge bearing, 1-1/8'' top, 1.5'' bottom
domane*
Shimano Ultegra R8020 shifters
Praxis, T47 threaded, internal bearing BB
Shimano Ultegra HG800, 11-34, 11 speed
Shimano Ultegra R8000 compact groupset
FSA Headset Bearing, FSA p/n MR006, 1.5in
I'm not familiar with Treks newer GRX components & wouldn't want to be stuck with a quick phased setup. Is GRX the future for there lineup,? When I contacted TREK about it, the rep was not knowledgeable enough to answer that question.
Cost is moot, however, the color option(s) have me swayed to the Domane. I've looked thru other brands & have isolated the above as my options. Not interested in other brands.
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