Comparison
Riverside vs Rockrider: the differences
Decathlon's two most confusing ranges: Riverside for trekking and trails, Rockrider for mountain biking. We explain when to choose each one.
Riverside is Decathlon's range for trekking and hybrid bikes: versatile bikes for tarmac, greenways and trails. Rockrider is the mountain range: suspension, knobblier tyres and geometry designed for the mountains.
Head to head
| Model | Range | Torque | Battery | Weight | Suspension |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rockrider E-ST 100 | Rockrider | 42 Nm | 380 Wh | 21,5–22,5 kg depending on source and size | front |
| Rockrider E-EXPL 500 S | Rockrider | 50 Nm | 500 Wh | 26,2 kg | full |
| Rockrider E-EXPL 520 | Rockrider | 50 Nm | 500 Wh | 23,8 kg | front |
| Rockrider E-EXPL 520 S | Rockrider | 70 Nm | 500 Wh | 24,4 kg | full |
| Rockrider E-ACTV 100 (cuadro bajo) | Rockrider | 45 Nm | 356 Wh | 22,9 kg | front |
| Riverside 500 E | Riverside | 42 Nm | 418 Wh | 22 kg | — |
| Rockrider E-EXPL 700 | Rockrider | 70 Nm | 630 Wh | — | front |
| Rockrider E-FEEL 700 S | Rockrider | 85 Nm | 630 Wh | 25,5 kg | full |
| Rockrider E-FEEL 900 S | Rockrider | 85 Nm | 630 Wh | 24,8 kg | full |
Choose Riverside if…
- You'll mix tarmac and easy trails.
- You want a bike for commuting and weekend rides.
- You value comfort and an upright position.
Choose Rockrider if…
- You'll ride trails with rocks, roots or steep slopes.
- You need suspension and brakes to descend safely.
- You don't mind it being heavier and less comfortable in the city.