The Checkpoint is a much bulkier bike than the Crux. They can do the same job, but the Checkpoint is more utilitarian
Tour Int just did a test of the new Checkpoint in their latest. Interestingly, the new frame tested twice as complaint as the prior one. I think they are using an offset Isospeed post with that cutout at the bottom of the frame, similar to the Procaliber; the prior had the axle centered.
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Old 92 89n/mm
New 45 41n/mm (these are the lowest numbers I've seen; these might be a misprint based on the score given. )
ALR 192 97 (same fork, but with AL steerer? stiffest seatpost known to man)
Crux 155 80n/mm
2021 prior
2022
I was pretty dubious on the Isospeed on my gen1 Checkpoint relative to just a good seatpost on the AL frame, and these numbers back that up. I hadn't noticed the difference here. The new unit looks to be legit if Tour's numbers are consistent with this type of device and if they're using the same seatpost height/frame.
As everyone mentioned, my gen1 feels the same as my Emonda ALR if I run the same wheelset. The fit is relaxed, but the new frame is a bit longer, but you can find a racier fit by sizing down a size. The new one is a bit longer, but that won't radically change anything.