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CyclistThe London 3 Day: Old school racing is back!Want to experience the high-octane thrills of indoor track racing and see some of the worlds leading Olympic and world champions compete across three days of exciting racing? Then you better come along to the inaugural London 3 Day at the Lee Valley VeloPark in October.Featuring a host of current and former TeamGB track stars such as Ethan Vernon, Charlie Tanfield, Katie Archibald and Leah Evans competing in events like the madison, elimination and derny races, it promises to be a weekend of sporting excellence and entertainment.For the uninitiated, the London 3 Day is a cycling event like no other. Combining the best bits of track racing with a party atmosphere that puts the emphasis on fun and entertainment, its a celebration of racing thats as much about the fans as the riders themselves.The event traces its heritage back to the six-day racing events that became popular on the Continent in the mid-20th century. And no wonder it gave fans a chance to see some of the biggest names in cycling competing on the track inside a velodrome over six consecutive nights, while enjoying an atmosphere that felt more like a concert or festival than a sporting event.Events such as the Six Days of Ghent continue that heritage to this day, packing thousands of fans into the arena each year for a unique spectacle of sight, sound and entertainment that no other sporting event can match. And thats exactly the kind of atmosphere you can expect at the London 3 Day in October full-throttle, high-speed racing and a fun atmosphere.London 3 Day: The racesAt its heart, the London 3 Day is a serious sporting event, and you can be sure there will be plenty of thrilling on-track action to enjoy over the three days. First up is the madison, a relay race where riders compete in pairs, with the aim of completing the most number of laps in a set time. Only one rider is active at a time, with the switchover involving a hand sling at speed on the track, a feat of co-ordination that always makes for exciting action.Then theres the elimination race, a steady ramping up of the stakes that sees the last-placed rider eliminated from the race every couple of laps until just two riders remain to battle it out.The points race switches the focus back to the front of the field, with the objective being to accumulate points in regular sprints as the race progresses, with the winner being the rider with the highest total at the end.In the derny race, riders are paced in the slipstream of a rider on a special motorbike, with the pair working together in finely tuned co-ordination to build up speed, before the derny peels off to leave the riders to fight it out for victory over a frantic final few laps.At the end of it all, an inaugural London 3 Day Champion will be crowned based on points built up across each sprint and each race in a fitting finale to three thrilling days of racing.Even the fans get a chance to compete for glory at the London 3 Day. In a unique one-off challenge, one lucky member of the public will get to take on The Lightning over a two-lap race with half a lap head start. If they get to the finish line first, theyll win a cool 5,000. Click here to find out more about how the challenge works.London 3 Day: The ridersAs befitting an event taking place at a symbol of cycling excellence such as the Lee Valley VeloPark, the field for the London 3 Day is a real whos who of UK and international cycling talent. Charlie Tanfield and Ethan Vernon will arrive fresh from representing Team GB at the Paris Olympics this summer, and will be joined by former Olympians Katie Archibald, Owain Doull and Neah Evans.Also in the field will be Giro dItalia stage winner and former Hour record holder Alex Dowsett and world junior madison champion Ben Wiggins, the 19-year-old son of Sir Bradley Wiggins.The international contingent includes the likes of Dutch world madison champions Jan-Willem Van Schip and Yoeri Havik and New Zealands Aaron Gate, a three-time Olympian and 2023 points race world champion.With a field that brings together Olympic and world champions under the roof of an iconic venue thats woven into the fabric of the countrys sporting history, the London 3 Day promises to be a festival of high-speed thrills and entertainment across three exhilarating days.The London 3 Day takes place from Friday 25th to Sunday 27th October, and if you act fast you can save 20% on all tickets excluding for the track centre bar and VIP areas. Use the code CYCLIST20 when booking to secure your discount. To find out more and book your tickets for this unmissable cycling extravaganza, click here.The post The London 3 Day: Old school racing is back! appeared first on Cyclist.

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The all-new Trek Checkmate SLR and Checkpoint SL further solidify the Wisconsin brands commitment to the gravel arts.If youve followed any of the LifeTime Grand Prix, chances are youve seen the Trek Checkmate frame. Companies like Trek and the like no longer try to hide their new gear right before a big launch. Or we consumers are getting better at spotting them. Either way, it looks fast and a lot like the Madone Gen 8.Who could blame them? If youre an athlete like Russell Finsterwald (Trek-Driftless) and your bike sponsor just came out with a flyin new gravel race frame, would you want to wait until the late season to race it? My guess is no, and Trek feels the same way.The one that did catch us by surprise is the all-new (design) Trek Checkpoint SL. The Checkpoint was the go-to gravel frame in the Trek lineup, but it now leans more toward adventure, and it can still lay down the power if need be.So, lets meet the new Trek gravel race and adventure lineup.Trek Checkmate SLRFor the new Checkmate, Trek threw the gauntlet down in the gravel. Its the companys first-ever dedicated gravel race bike (if you discount the Checkpoint SLR). The new Checkmate models are much lighter than the Checkpoint SLR and get some help from top-tier specs. How much lighter, you ask? How about a whole pound?5 minutes and 54 seconds faster than Checkpoint SLRThe frame takes inspiration (lots) from the new Madone Gen 8 and uses Treks new series 800 carbon. Like the Madone Gen 8, Trek employs Full System Foil aero tube shapes and an aero one-piece bar/stem. Plus, the Checkmates new Gravel Race geo puts riders in a more aggressive and efficient riding position. Reducing frontal area, getting more aero, and saving watts (sounds like the Madone Gen 8 right?). Trek claims these features help make Checkmate 5 minutes and 54 seconds faster than Checkpoint SLR on the 200-mile course at Unbound (at 200W).Whats the Max Tire Size?Some will be stoked, some will be bummed. The new Checkmate maxes out at 45mm tires and comes stock with 38mm tires. 45mm seems to be the top of what most (super serious) racers will use until they switch to a full-on mountain bike (with drop bars or not). Stay tuned if youre looking for a bike that clears a larger tire.Let Talk CompatibilityThe new Checkmate uses an SRAM UDH derailleur hanger and is compatible (and comes with) with the new SRAM Red XPLR groupset (reviewed here).Is there any internal storage? No, if youre looking for storage, read on. Trek designers decided the extra weight of the in-frame storage was too much and went all in for maximum lightweight gains.Dropper compatible? Thats a negative, too; the CheckMate uses a D-shaped seatposta first for Trek, but as we mentioned above, stay tuned.Bags? Yes, the new Checkmate is designed to work seamlessly with the Trek Adventure bags and top tube feeding bags. But thats where the bags stop; since the Checkmate is a race frame, Trek omits the three-pack mounts and the bike-packing mounts.Aero One-piece Bar/StemCheckmate features the same ultra-light and aero one-piece carbon bar/stem as the Madone Gen 8. The same piece has hoods that are 3cm narrower than the drops, so riders can choose between a more aero or more controlled position and enjoy more ergonomic comfort on the tops. We love this bar; its one of the most comfortable aero bars around, and its nice to see it on a gravel bike aimed at racing.Trek Checkmate SLR GeoTrek Checkmate SLR Models and PricingCheckmate SLR7The Checkmate SLR7 is the new gravel race machines base model. It arrives with a SRAM Force AXS XPLR 1X groupset and Bontrager Aeolus Pro V3 wheels.Price: $8,300Weight: 17.86 lbsCheckmate SLR9Checkmate SLR9 is the top-tier version of the Checkmate. It arrives with the new SRAM Red AXS XPLR 1X groupset and Bontrager Aeolus RSL wheels.Price: $12,00Weight: 16.65 lbsCheckmate SLR FramesetPrice: $4,000Weight: 1223g (ML frame only) 415g (fork only)*All weights are size ML bikes with Bontrager TLR sealant, no tubes.Customizable in Project OneThe best way to get Checkmate is through Project One for the perfect fit, parts, and color. Plus, the new Project One ICON Raw Lithos scheme brings earthen hues exclusively to Checkmate customers.Updated Trek Checkpoint SL Gen 3If youre looking for speed, exploration, and a little racing the new Checkpoint SL Gen 3 will be the ticket. The new design improves the previous model with increased comfort, storage capacity, and fit. Looking to deliver a multifaceted bike that can race and ride on any given weekend.The Checkpoint SL Gen 3 uses the ISO speed system and a traditional round seat post. So droppers are fair game for all sizes.Packable and More StorageThe Checkpoint is more bike-packable than before. Like the Checkmate, it works with Treks all-new Adventure Bags, including the top tube, frame, and the more aero-efficient triangle bag tucked out of the wind. Plus, it has mounts for front and rear racks.Checkpoint SL Gen 3s new frame design has more room to fit taller bottles (like our favorite Voda 34 oz) with bags and offers more internal storage in the downtube than before.Updated Frame ShapingCheckpoint SL Gen 3 features reimagined tube shapes and 500 Series OCLV Carbon that keeps things lightweight, snappy, and economical. Like the Checkmate, the Checkpoint gets theMadone Gen 8 makeover with some sculpted tubes.Confidence Inspiring DetailsCheckpoint SL Gen 3 uses Treks Gravel Endurance geometry and has a higher and shorter reach thats more comfortable and capable for all-day gravel rides. Riders get a GR Elite handlebar (SL 5 and 6) or a carbon GR Pro handlebar (SL 7). Both share a more comfortable drop shape and an increased flare of 6cm between hoods and drops for better control and confidence, especially on gravel.Tire clearance? 50mm. The Checkpoint SL Gen 3 arrives with 42mm tires but can fit bigger.How about suspension? Yep! The new Checkpoint SL Gen3 is a suspension fork compatible with forks up to 40mm of travel. (Available in all sizes except XS)Trek Checkpoint SL Gen 3 GeometryTrek Checkpoint SL Gen 3 Models and PricingTreks Checkpoint SL 5 AXS has an SRAM Apex AXS 12-speed, Bontrager Paradigm wheels, and a Bontrager GR Elite handlebar.Price: $3,200Weight: 20.95lbsThe Checkpoint SL 6 AXS comes equipped with SRAM Rival AXS 12 speed, Bontrager Paradigm wheels, and a Bontrager GR Elite handlebar.Price: $4,000Weight: 20.73lbs.The Checkpoint SL 7 AXS comes with SRAM Force AXS XPLR 12-speed, Bontrager Elite V35 carbon wheels, and a Bontrager GR Pro carbon handlebar.Price: $5,700Weight: 19.85lbs.Checkpoint SL FramesetPrice: $2,400Weight: 1385g (ML frame only) 536g (fork-only)*All weights are size ML bikes with Bontrager TLR sealant, no tubes.Checkpoint SL Gen 3 and Checkmate SLR are available globally at select Trek retailers and online at trekbikes.com.The post Trek Doubles Down on Gravel Racing w/ New Checkmate SRL, Updated Checkpoint SL appeared first on Bikerumor.

The newly updated URS can travel well beyond groomed gravel trails, encroaching into what's often considered mtb territory