Decathlon Elops 500 rucksack

[MrGrumpy]

Anyone got one of these ? Looks like an ortlieb knock off ? At half the price. Currently using a Timbuck2 messenger bag , have done for last 3-4 years . It’s a quality bit of kit but it’s a wee bit small for what I need to carry.

 

[ianrauk]

At half the price of an Ortlieb and with the normal good quality of Decathlon products, I would say its a bargain.

 

[si_c]

Definitely worth a punt. I just replaced my Deuter 20L backpack with another but if I'd seen that before I may very well have opted for that instead. That being said I don't need three commuting backpacks so I'll hold off for now. Might be worth doing a review on here if you do get one.

 

[avsd]

Read the description on the Decathalon site​

'A bag you can use any time for rides of up to one hour, regardless of the weather conditions. Not suitable for cycle touring'.​

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Looks like a decent bag for commuting but not a day in the rain​

 

[figbat]

What happens after an hour? Does it fall apart? Turn into a pumpkin?

 

[MrGrumpy]

Ok I bought it , first impressions are it’s got loads of space. Inside padded slot for my laptop and a couple if internal pockets. One side entry point as well. Shall see how it goes for the commute.

 

[ianrauk]

Seeing this thread has reminded me that I'm in the market for a pair of new panniers. Their pair of Elops waterproof pannier bags at £50 look a great bargain.

 

[Reynard]

I've been eyeing this one up for a while - but covid put a pay to my use for it. Well, for now, anyways.

Although I do have a pair of their £20-ish roll-top single panniers which do get a good bit of use. One lives on my hybrid permanently these days. After two and a half years of light-to-medium use they're still good. I can heartily recommend them.

 

[MrGrumpy]

Ok first commute with it and it rained heavily . Bag inside was dry as a bone. It’s very comfy doesn’t move around, even with only a chest strap . So far I’d recommend it.
It’s got padded pocket for my laptop, a zipped pocket inside that can be accessed from the top of the bag or from the zipped side access slot. There is also a third pocket as well. Rest of the bag is decent enough to load up the usual . Lunch and personal belongings. Loops on the back to hang a light.