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 | — |
| Fork | Carbon OSC | — |
| Rear shock | — | — |
| GROUPSET | ||
| Shift levers | SRAM Apex (front) / SRAM Apex AXS 12s (rear) | — |
| Front derailleur | — | — |
| Rear derailleur | SRAM Apex | XPLR | AXS | 12s | — |
| Cassette | SRAM PG1231 | XPLR | 12s | 11-44T | HG | — |
| Chain | SRAM APEX | FLAT TOP | 12s | — |
| Crankset | SRAM Apex 1 | 42T | — |
| Bottom bracket | DUB BB386 Road Wide | — |
| Front brake | SRAM Apex (integrated shifter/brake lever) | — |
| Rear brake | SRAM Apex AXS (integrated shifter/brake lever) | — |
| WHEELSET | ||
| Front wheel | DTSwiss G540 700c | 24H | 24mm Inner; DTSwiss 370 24H | 12x100 | Centerlock; Stainless 14G | — |
| Rear wheel | DTSwiss G540 700c | 24H | 24mm Inner; DTSwiss 370 24H | 12x142 | Centerlock | HG; Stainless 14G | — |
| Front tire | Maxxis Reaver | 700x40C | Hypr-X | Exo | TR | TanWall | — |
| Rear tire | Maxxis Reaver | 700x40C | Hypr-X | Exo | TR | TanWall | — |
| COCKPIT | ||
| Stem | V2 Pro E | B:31.8mm | 80mm | 7° | — |
| Handlebars | V2 Pro | B:31.8mm | R:70mm | D:125mm | Flare 6° | — |
| Saddle | V2 Pro | — |
| Seatpost | V2 Elite | 27.2mm | — |
| Grips/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 | — | — |
| Reach | 397 | — | — |
| Top tube | 578 | — | — |
| Headtube length | 165 | — | — |
| Standover height | 831 | — | — |
| Seat tube length | 560 | — | — |
| HANDLING | Hatchet | Checkpoint | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Headtube angle | 72.5 | — | — |
| Seat tube angle | 73 | — | — |
| BB height | 279 | — | — |
| BB drop | 75 | — | — |
| Trail | — | — | — |
| Offset | — | — | — |
| Front center | — | — | — |
| Wheelbase | 1036 | — | — |
| Chainstay length | 425 | — | — |
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.
