In 2022, Decathlon, a well-known French sporting goods retailer, made a significant splash in the electric cargo bike market with the launch of its Btwin R500E. This low-cost model became popular among families and helped popularize the longtail format, a style of bike with a large rear cargo area designed to carry children or goods. By 2026, the company planned to update the longtail format with improved models under the name Btwin E-Three 500. However, recent reports suggest that this model may soon be replaced by two new additions to the line. According to leaked information from Decathlon’s product development program, the company is working on a new range of electric cargo bikes that includes three models. The E-Three 100 is an entry-level longtail designed to carry two children, with an estimated price of 2,000 euros. The E-Three 500 is a mid-range longtail with similar features but a slightly higher price of 2,500 euros. The E-Two 500, a mid-range midtail for two people, is expected to cost around 2,200 euros. These models are designed to offer different options for consumers, with varying levels of comfort, functionality, and price. The E-Three 500 is intended to replace the current model with the same name. It retains the longtail format but introduces a 20-inch front wheel with large tires, similar to a fatbike, which is better for rough terrain. The frame is open for easier step-through access, and it includes an external battery, which may reduce the overall weight. Additional features include front locks, holding bars, footrests, a double central stand, and new side skirts. The bike still uses a rear motor for assistance and a derailleur for shifting, though the exact specifications are still being finalized. The E-Three 100 is a more affordable version, offering a simplified design with a suspended fork, spring saddle, and cushions removed to cut costs. The E-Two 500 is a midtail designed for two people, featuring a reinforced frame and a rear seat with handles, similar to a fatbike. This model is expected to compete with bikes like the Nakamura Crosscity+. Decathlon’s strategy seems to be focusing on more affordable models, though reports suggest they had previously considered high-end Owuru "900" models, which may have been abandoned in favor of this more accessible lineup. Decathlon’s competitor, Intersport, has focused on affordable models like the Nakamura Crosscity, starting at around 1,100 euros. Meanwhile, Asian manufacturers have been gaining ground in the market. Decathlon’s upcoming official announcements will be key in confirming the details of these new models. The company has not officially confirmed the information, stating that the visuals, prices, and product details are examples meant to engage the cargo bike community and are not to be taken as reliable.