Description
Trek Checkpoint SL 5 AXS
Fast, comfortable and built for gravel adventures.
Looking for a gravel bike rental in Stellenbosch? The Trek Checkpoint SL 5 AXS is a premium carbon gravel bike designed for exploring the gravel roads, farm tracks and quieter routes around Stellenbosch and the Cape Winelands.
With a lightweight carbon frame, wide tubeless tyres and SRAM Apex AXS wireless electronic shifting, it combines speed on the road with comfort and control when the tarmac disappears. It’s an excellent choice for gravel adventures, longer rides and gravel events throughout the Western Cape.
Available in Small, Medium and Large.
Included with your gravel bike rental
Your bike is delivered ready to ride and set up for your rental.
- Helmet
- Spare tube
- Puncture repair kit
- Multi-tool
- Mini pump
- Garmin / Wahoo mount
- Shimano SPD-SL, Look Keo, SPD or flat pedals on request
- Basic bike setup at handover
- Local route advice
Delivery and collection are available throughout Stellenbosch and surrounding areas.
Where to ride
Stellenbosch and the Cape Winelands offer an enormous variety of gravel riding, from quiet vineyard roads and rolling farm tracks to longer adventures through the surrounding mountains and valleys.
The Checkpoint is equally at home on fast gravel roads, mixed road-and-gravel routes and longer days exploring the Winelands.
Not sure where to ride? Tell us your experience level and how far you want to go and we'll recommend suitable routes.
Rental rates
Minimum rental: 2 days.
Keep your existing Checkpoint pricing brackets here for now. I don't want to invent prices and accidentally launch the R800 Scalpel Foundation: Gravel Division. 😂
Longer rental periods receive lower daily rates.
Delivery & collection
BicycleRentals.co is a delivery-only bicycle rental service. We deliver your bike directly to your accommodation or agreed meeting point and collect it again after your rental.
Delivery is available in Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, Paarl, Somerset West, Cape Town and surrounding areas.
For longer-distance rentals and events elsewhere in the Western Cape, contact us to discuss delivery options.
Booking your Checkpoint
Choose your bike size and rental dates when booking. If you're unsure which size you need, send us your height and usual bike size and we'll help you choose.
For larger groups, training camps, gravel events or longer rentals, contact us directly for availability and pricing.
Specs
- Frame: Trek 500 Series OCLV Carbon with IsoSpeed
- Fork: Checkpoint full carbon
- Drivetrain: SRAM Apex XPLR AXS wireless electronic shifting
- Gearing: 1x12, 40T / 11–44
- Brakes: SRAM Apex hydraulic disc brakes
- Wheels: Bontrager Paradigm SL, Tubeless Ready
- Tyres: Bontrager Girona RSL 700×42, set up tubeless
- Sizes: Small, Medium and Large
DELIVERY & COLLECTION 09:00–16:30
Stellenbosch (100), Cape Town (R200), Hermanus (R400)
BIKE RENTAL INCLUDES
Delivery & collection, helmet, pedals, tools and a puncture kit
NEED HELP? +27 81 851 2932
We don't take bookings over the phone. Email or WhatsApp us!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. BicycleRentals.co is a delivery-only bike rental service. We deliver and collect bikes directly from your hotel, accommodation or agreed location across Cape Town, the Cape Winelands and surrounding areas.
Our main delivery areas include Cape Town, Stellenbosch, Somerset West, Gordon's Bay, Durbanville, Paarl and Franschhoek.
Standard delivery and collection fees:
Stellenbosch: R100 per bike
Paarl, Somerset West, Franschhoek, Gordon's Bay, Durbanville and Cape Town: R200 per bike
For locations further away, please contact us for a delivery quotation. Longer-distance delivery may also be possible depending on the rental duration, number of bikes and our delivery schedule.
Please provide your exact hotel or accommodation address when booking so we can confirm availability, delivery costs and arrangements.
Every bike rental includes:
Helmet
Spare inner tube
Puncture repair kit
Basic bike tools
Small hand pump
Garmin-compatible bike computer holder
Pedals
Our aim is to provide everything you need for a trouble-free ride. For longer rides and major cycling events, we recommend carrying additional spare tubes and your own preferred tools.
Payment can be made by:
Credit or debit card via PayFast
South African bank transfer (EFT)
All payments must be made in South African Rand (ZAR).
Bookings are only confirmed once the required payment has been received. Bikes are not reserved based on an enquiry alone.
For international payments, please ensure that the full quoted Rand amount reaches us after any bank, currency conversion or transfer fees.
For larger bookings or group rentals, EFT is preferred where possible.
As a premium delivery-only service, our bikes are prepared, fitted and scheduled for transport in advance. To protect our bike availability, delivery routes and logistics, the following cancellation policy applies:
30 or more days before delivery
100% refund, less payment and transaction fees.
14–29 days before delivery
50% refund, or a 100% rental voucher valid for 12 months.
Less than 14 days before delivery
No refund.
No-shows
No refund.
Rental vouchers are subject to bike availability.
Special events and race weekends may have different cancellation conditions due to limited bike availability and transport arrangements. Where applicable, the cancellation policy shown on the specific event booking page takes precedence.
Our drivers operate on strict delivery schedules and planned routes.
You must be available at the agreed delivery location during your scheduled delivery time slot.
If you are not available within 15 minutes of your scheduled delivery time, the delivery will be treated as a No-Show and cancelled.
No refund or credit will be provided for a No-Show.
If you need to change your delivery address, this must be requested at least 24 hours in advance.
Last-minute address changes may not be possible if they affect the planned delivery route.
Yes. All bikes come with pedals.
We currently offer:
Shimano SPD-SL
Look Keo
Shimano SPD / MTB
Flat pedals
You are also welcome to bring your own pedals. We will install your pedals on the bike at no additional charge.
Please tell us which pedals you require when making your booking.
We offer a range of bike sizes, generally from XS to XL, depending on the model.
If you are unsure which size you need, send us your:
Height
Inseam measurement
Type of bike you normally ride
Bike model and size you currently use, if known
We will recommend the most suitable size from our available fleet.
Yes. A helmet is included with every bike rental.
Our helmets are generally available from Small to XL.
If you require a larger helmet, we recommend bringing your own.
If you experience a mechanical problem that prevents you from safely riding the bike, contact us immediately by phone or WhatsApp.
Where possible, we will try to assist with a repair, replacement bike or another suitable solution.
Please do not continue riding a bike with a serious mechanical problem, as doing so may cause additional damage.
Your rental includes a spare tube and puncture repair kit.
You are responsible for basic puncture repairs during your ride. If you are unsure how to change a tube, we recommend learning before your ride or carrying additional spare tubes.
For long rides and major cycling events, we strongly recommend carrying at least one additional spare tube.
Yes, provided the bike is transported safely.
Please take extra care when removing wheels, placing bikes in vehicles or transporting luggage around the bike. Incorrect transportation can result in bent derailleurs, damaged disc rotors, brake rubbing or other mechanical damage.
Do not transport rental bikes unsecured in the open back of a bakkie or pickup truck.
No. Beach riding is strictly prohibited.
Sand can cause significant damage to the drivetrain, bearings and other components.
Riding on the beach will result in an R850 full-service and cleaning fee, in addition to any damage caused.
The client is responsible for the bike throughout the rental period.
Bikes must be kept in a secure location and out of sight whenever possible.
If a bike is stolen, you must immediately:
Contact BicycleRentals.co
Report the theft to the police
Provide us with the official police report and case/reference number
Our optional damage insurance does not cover theft.
Yes. Our general maximum rider weight is 100 kg per rental bike.
If you are over this limit, please contact us before booking. Depending on the bike model and availability, we may be able to recommend a suitable option.
We generally aim to deliver bikes around 09:00 on the first day of your rental, although exact delivery times depend on your location, our delivery route and other scheduled bookings.
Where possible, we may deliver your bike the evening before your rental starts at no additional rental charge, but this is subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed.
On the final rental day, bikes are collected no later than 16:30. The exact collection time will be arranged with you in advance.
If you require a specific early delivery or different collection arrangement, please contact us in advance. Additional call-out fees may apply.
No.
Our rental days run from 09:00 to 16:30 or part thereof.
Rental charges are based on the number of calendar days the bike is out on rental, rather than the number of hours you actually ride it.
No.
Only the person or people listed on the rental booking are permitted to ride the rental bikes.
If another person wants to ride the bike, this must be agreed with BicycleRentals.co beforehand.
Yes. We regularly deliver bikes to hotels, guesthouses and other accommodation.
In some cases, we can arrange delivery directly to the hotel reception if the hotel is willing to accept the bike.
Please provide the hotel name, address and booking details when making your reservation.
Yes!
The Cape Town Cycle Tour is one of our busiest periods of the year, so special booking conditions apply.
During Cape Town Cycle Tour week, a minimum 7-day rental charge applies, even if you only use the bike for fewer days.
We strongly recommend receiving your bike early enough to complete a test ride and check the setup before race day.
All Cape Town Cycle Tour bookings are subject to the specific terms and cancellation policy published on our dedicated Cape Town Cycle Tour booking page.
Please contact us with your requirements and travel plans. Depending on availability, we may be able to assist with bike transport equipment or recommend a suitable local solution.
Absolutely.
Cape Town, Stellenbosch and the surrounding Winelands offer some fantastic road and mountain-bike routes.
We can recommend routes based on your:
Fitness level
Cycling experience
Distance requirements
Road or mountain-bike preference
Available time
Weather conditions
Just let us know what kind of ride you are looking for.
Yes. Cape Town and Stellenbosch are surrounded by excellent cycling routes, wine farms and cafés.
We can recommend suitable stops depending on your route, distance and whether you are looking for coffee, breakfast, lunch or a scenic wine-farm stop.
We operate in a region with generally excellent cycling conditions, but weather can change quickly.
Unless otherwise agreed in writing, our normal cancellation policy still applies if you decide not to ride because of weather.
If extreme weather conditions make riding unsafe, please contact us and we will discuss the available options.
Yes.
All bikes are checked, cleaned and prepared before being handed over to the next customer.
We also recommend that you inspect and test-ride your bike at delivery and report any issues immediately.
The easiest way to contact us is by WhatsApp, phone or email.
For booking enquiries, please include:
Rental dates
Type of bike required
Rider height
Number of bikes
Accommodation location
Required pedal type
This allows us to check availability and prepare the correct bikes for you as quickly as possible.
No problem!
Send us a message with your dates, location and cycling requirements, and we'll be happy to help you find the right bike and make the rental process as easy as possible.
Every bike rental includes a helmet, spare tube, puncture repair kit, tyre levers, basic tools, small pump and Garmin/Wahoo compatible computer mount.
We can also provide SPD-SL, SPD, Look Keo or flat pedals at no additional charge. You're welcome to bring your own pedals and helmet if you prefer.
Optional extras such as tri bars are available on selected bikes and must be requested in advance.
Yes, depending on your location and our delivery schedule.
Cape Town Cycle Tour week is one of our busiest periods of the year, and our normal delivery area may be restricted during race week. Deliveries outside our main Cape Town and Stellenbosch routes are therefore subject to availability.
We prefer to deliver the bike directly to your accommodation before the event. Customers should not plan to transport rental bikes over longer distances in their own vehicle unless this has been agreed with us in advance.
After the Cape Town Cycle Tour, we aim to collect as many rental bikes as possible near the event finish area, with the exact collection point and arrangements communicated before race day. This helps avoid unnecessary transport of the bike after the event.
If you're staying outside Cape Town or Stellenbosch, please send us your exact accommodation address before booking so we can confirm the best delivery and collection arrangement.
Additional delivery charges may apply depending on the location.
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