Devinci HatchetvsTrek Checkpoint
Velo noted the Devinci Hatchet Pro feels
Overview
Devinci's latest Hatchet line, released in 2025, strategically segments the gravel market. The Hatchet Pro is a carbon-framed machine explicitly designed for speed, targeting fast gravel races and spirited all-road riding. Its siblings, the Hatchet Vista (aluminum) and E-Hatchet Tour (electric aluminum), lean heavily into adventure, touring, and everyday utility. This approach gives Devinci a broad reach, from competitive riders to those seeking comfort and cargo capacity.
Ride and handling
The Devinci Hatchet Pro and Trek Checkpoint Gen 3 offer fundamentally different ride experiences, a direct consequence of their design philosophies. Velo consistently describes the Hatchet Pro as
Specifications
Comparing the build specifications between the Devinci Hatchet and Trek Checkpoint is challenging, as detailed component lists for the Trek Checkpoint Gen 3 were not provided. However, based on the Devinci's available builds and general descriptions of the Checkpoint, we can still identify distinct approaches to equipping these gravel machines.
| Hatchet | Checkpoint | |
|---|---|---|
| FRAMESET | ||
| Frame | Carbon OSC | 300 Series Alpha Aluminum, Internal cable routing, 3S chain keeper, T47, UDH, rack and fender mounts, integrated frame bag mounts, flat mount disc, 142x12mm chamfered thru axle |
| Fork | Carbon OSC | Trek Checkpoint, full carbon, tapered steerer, rack mounts, fender mounts, flat mount disc, 12x100mm thru axle |
| Rear shock | — | |
| GROUPSET | ||
| Shift levers | Shimano GRX RX610 (rear shifter/brake) + Shimano GRX RX610 (front brake lever) | Shimano CUES 10 Speed Right STU303010R |
| Front derailleur | Shimano GRX RX820 | 2s | |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano GRX RX820 | 12s | Shimano CUES U6000 GS |
| Cassette | Shimano M7100 | 12s | 11-36T | HG | Shimano CUES LG300, LINKGLIDE, 11-48, 10 speed |
| Chain | Shimano M7100 | 12s | Shimano LG500, 9/10/11 speed |
| Crankset | Shimano GRX RX610 | 46/30T | Shimano CUES FCU60301, 40T ring; XS, S: 165mm length, M, ML: 170mm length, L, XL: 172.5mm length |
| Bottom bracket | FSA BB386/PF30 | Pressfit | Praxis, T47 threaded, internal bearing |
| Front brake | Shimano GRX RX610 | Tektro C550 mechanical disc brake, dual piston, flat mount; Shimano CUES U3030 |
| Rear brake | Shimano GRX RX610 | Tektro C550 mechanical disc brake, dual piston, flat mount; Shimano CUES U3030 |
| WHEELSET | ||
| Front wheel | V2 Comp 700c | 23mm inner; Formula CL-712 | Sealed | Centerlock | TA 12x100mm; Sapim Stainless 14G w/Nylok | Bontrager Paradigm 23, Tubeless Ready, 24-hole, 23mm width, Presta valve; Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, centerlock disc, 100x12mm thru axle; 14g stainless steel, black |
| Rear wheel | V2 Comp 700c | 23mm inner; Formula RXC-142A | Sealed | Centerlock | TA 12x142mm | SH; Sapim Stainless 14G w/Nylok | Bontrager Paradigm 23, Tubeless Ready, 24-hole, 23mm width, Presta valve; Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, centerlock disc, Shimano 11-speed freehub, 142x12mm thru axle; 14g stainless steel, black |
| Front tire | WTB Vulpine S | 700x40 | TCS Light SG | Bontrager Girona Pro, Tubeless Ready, GR puncture protection, aramid bead, 60 tpi, 700x42mm |
| Rear tire | WTB Vulpine S | 700x40 | TCS Light SG | Bontrager Girona Pro, Tubeless Ready, GR puncture protection, aramid bead, 60 tpi, 700x42mm |
| COCKPIT | ||
| Stem | V2 Pro | B:31.8mm | 6° | Bontrager Elite, 31.8mm, Blendr compatible, 7 degree; XS: 70mm length, S, M: 80mm length, ML, L: 90mm length, XL: 100mm length |
| Handlebars | V2 Pro | B:31.8mm | R:70mm | D:125mm | FLARE 16° | Bontrager Elite Gravel, alloy; XS, S: 40cm width, M, ML: 42cm width, L: 44cm width, XL: 46cm width |
| Saddle | V2 Pro | Verse Short Comp, steel rails, 145mm width |
| Seatpost | V2 Comp | 27.2mm | Bontrager alloy, 27.2mm, 12mm offset, 330mm length |
| Grips/Tape | — | Bontrager Supertack Perf tape |
Geometry and fit comparison
Understanding how these bikes feel under you begins with their geometry, though a complete side-by-side comparison is hampered by the lack of specific geometry data for the Trek Checkpoint Gen 3. We can, however, analyze the Devinci Hatchet Pro in detail and infer the Checkpoint's character from its general design philosophy.
| FIT GEO | Hatchet | Checkpoint | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack | 593 | 620 | +27 |
| Reach | 397 | 402 | +5 |
| Top tube | 578 | 589 | +11 |
| Headtube length | 165 | 171 | +6 |
| Standover height | 831 | 837 | +6 |
| Seat tube length | 560 | 550 | -10 |
| HANDLING | Hatchet | Checkpoint | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Headtube angle | 72.5 | 72.1 | -0.4 |
| Seat tube angle | 73 | 73.3 | +0.3 |
| BB height | 279 | — | — |
| BB drop | 75 | 76 | +1 |
| Trail | — | 64 | — |
| Offset | — | 49 | — |
| Front center | — | 634 | — |
| Wheelbase | 1036 | 1052 | +16 |
| Chainstay length | 425 | 430 | +5 |
Who each one is for
Devinci Hatchet
The Devinci Hatchet Pro is for the rider who primarily values speed and a road-like feel on gravel. If your local terrain includes fast, hard-packed dirt roads and occasional pavement linking segments, and you aim to keep pace with road bikes or compete in speed-focused gravel races, this bike is a strong contender. Its aggressive geometry and stiff frame reward riders who push hard, offering immediate power transfer and precise handling. Consider the Hatchet Pro if you’re looking for a performance-oriented machine that can double as a capable all-road bike, and you're comfortable sacrificing some plushness for outright pace.
Trek Checkpoint
The Trek Checkpoint Gen 3 is for the long-distance gravel rider and bikepacker who prioritizes comfort, stability, and versatility over outright race-day aggression. If you spend your weekends on multi-hour adventures over varied surfaces, including light singletrack and rough gravel, and appreciate features that reduce fatigue, the Checkpoint's IsoSpeed system and endurance geometry will appeal. This bike is also ideal for commuters and tourers, thanks to its extensive mounting options and integrated storage, making it a true do-it-all platform. It suits riders who value a predictable, confidence-inspiring ride and appreciate a bike that can adapt to almost any unpaved route.
