ELOPS Long Distance Step-Over City Bike 500 2022
2022 Urban
Estimate price |
541$
Weight | 14.4 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame aluminium -
Wheels 700c -
Suspension Rigid -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
6061 aluminium frame. External cable routing. Removable derailleur hanger that can be replaced with a spare part from our after-sales department if it gets damaged. Frame weight: 2100 g (in size M).
Suspension Fork
Steel fork to better filter vibrations.
Drivetrain
Bottom Bracket
Monoblock city pedal with metal spindle. Wide underfoot surface designed for comfort and grip. 170mm-long aluminium cranks. 119 mm integrated bottom bracket. Light, discreet chain guard that effectively protects your clothing.
Wheels
Rims
The double-walled aluminium rims (28-622) provide good performance and withstand impacts. Wheel diameter: 28 inches, inner rim width 19 mm Screw-on mounting system to limit opportunistic theft - 32-spoke front and rear wheels.
Tires
The long-distance city tyres have an exclusive tread design that makes them both fast and grippy on dry and wet roads. "Skinwall" wire bead tyres for less weight. The nylon "bead to bead" puncture-resistant tread, as well as an additional rubber band, effectively protects the entire tyre from punctures and pinch punctures. Tyre dimensions: 38-622 / 700 x 38C Weight: 580 g.
Brakes
Brakes
Powerful braking (V-brake) without having to squeeze too hard. The long-lasting brake pads are effective even in the rain.
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | MD |
|---|---|
| Wheels | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 120 cm |
Model Overview
Long Distance Step-Over City Bike 500 completes the Elops Long model. 5 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Elops Long bikes models from 2022, by clicking here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the ELOPS Long Distance Step-Over City Bike 500 2022 has a starting price of 485$. ELOPS Long Distance Step-Through City Bike 900 2022 on the other hand is the most expensive at 850$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Hybrid bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Hybrid bike is 562$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Hybrid bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
At the moment of the release date, ELOPS Long Distance Step-Over City Bike 500 price was 485$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Long Distance Step-Over City Bike 500 price is 15.88% lower than the average cost of a Hybrid bike.
Average weight for Hybrid bikes
Hybrid bikes weigh an average of 13.85 kg (30.53 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
ELOPS Long Distance Step-Over City Bike 500 it’s weighing 14.4 kg (31.75 lbs). At this weight, is slightly heavier than average. In short, the average Hybrid bike weight is 3.97% lower than this one.
Internal Cable Routing
This bike has an internal cable routing. As a result, this helps to preserve the bike’s cables. No more cables around your bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a steel one, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the Long Distance Step-Over City Bike 500 bike is equipped with the 700c aluminum model. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Long Distance Step-Over City Bike 500 has Rim brakes. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, they have problems in wet conditions.