Elops · City & hybrid
Elops LD 500
€400
The LD 500 step-through is Decathlon's non-electric 'long distance' city bike: light aluminium frame, 1x9 gears, semi-sporty position and full equipment (hub dynamo, mudguards, rack, kickstand) for 14.4 kg. It is aimed at efficient commuting but is limited to sizes S and M and to rim brakes. Listed at €399.99 instead of €449.99 on decathlon.fr, customer rating 4.4/5 on 114 reviews.
Best for: daily commuting over medium distancesshorter riders wanting a fast city bike
8speeds
Aluminiumframe
28 ″wheels
23 kgweight
Hydraulic discbrakes
What we like
- Light for a fully equipped city bike: 14.4 kg in M, 6061 aluminium frame
- Wide-range 1x9 drivetrain, puncture-resistant tyres with reflective strip
- Shimano Nexus hub dynamo lighting with 30 lux AXA headlight, mudguards, rack and 35 kg rear kickstand
- Approved maximum load 140 kg
What we like less
- V-brake rim brakes only
- Two sizes (S and M): for riders from 1.55 m to 1.74 m
- External cables and rigid fork
- No rated independent review found
Key points
- ALUMINIUM STEP-THROUGH FRAME: easier to mount and to handle frequent stops in town. Suited to daily trips as well as longer rides.
- 28" WHEELS FRONT AND REAR: stable, comfortable rolling on urban routes. A good compromise for town and hybrid use.
- MICROSHIFT 1×8 DRIVETRAIN: simple control to adjust effort to the terrain. Limited maintenance thanks to a streamlined drivetrain.
- HYDRAULIC DISC BRAKES: precise, progressive braking to keep control in all circumstances. An asset on wet or busy roads.
- WEIGHT 23 kg: a sturdy bike designed for regular use. Reassuring for daily travel and carrying light loads.
Specifications
| Frame material | aluminium |
|---|---|
| Frame type | Step-through frame |
| Sizes | S, M, L, XL |
| Rider height | 155-174 |
| Gears | 8 |
| Drivetrain | Microshift 1×8 speeds |
| Fork | rigid steel fork |
| Suspension | No suspension |
| Foldable | no |
| Weight | 23 kg |
| Max load | 150 kg |
| Brakes | Hydraulic disc |
|---|---|
| Wheels | 28 ″ |
| Tyres | 700x38C with nylon puncture-protection strip |
| Lights included | yes |
|---|---|
| Lighting details | Front and rear LED lighting powered by the bike's battery. |
| Child seat | rear rack compatible with a child seat |
| Warranty | 2 years |
| Colours | Aluminium gris, Gris Anthracite |
Observed prices
€400lowest price
€450highest price
Reviews
- reviewed le-velo-urbain.com ↗
- 4.4/5 buyer rating on decathlon.fr ↗ (114 reviews)
