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LeMond carbon commuter ebike weighs in at less than 30 pounds

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The LeMond Prolog will set you back $4,500 – and that's before the extra goodies, such as a carbon fiber basket
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The LeMond Prolog combines the handlebar and stem in one unit
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The LeMond Prolog weighs a claimed 26 lb (11.8 kg)
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The LeMond Prolog will set you back $4,500 – and that's before the extra goodies, such as a carbon fiber basket
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The LeMond Prolog features seat-stay-integrated LED tail lights
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The LeMond Prolog comes standard with a Shimano GRX hydraulic 1 x 11 drivetrain
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The LeMond Prolog is available in color choices of "blanc, noir or rosa"
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The LeMond Prolog's integrated LED headlight puts out 500 lumens
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Riders access electronic functions using the top tube interface, visible at the top of this photo
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The LeMond Prolog utilizes a 250-watt Mahle X35+ rear hub motor
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Last September, we heard how the LeMond bicycle brand was being reborn as a manufacturer of ebikes. The company has now released photos of its Prolog flat-bar electric road bike, that reportedly tips the scales at just 26 lb (11.8 kg).

Previously teased in the form of renderings of a model named the Daily, the renamed Prolog features a carbon fiber frame and fork – the handlebar/stem unit, fenders and seatpost are also carbon. Particularly deep-pocketed buyers can additionally opt for a carbon fiber wheelset, front basket and rear rack.

The rider's pedalling power is augmented by a 250-watt Mahle X35+ rear hub motor, which delivers up to 40 Nm (29.5 ft lb) of torque and a top electric-assisted speed of 20 mph (32 km/h). There are three levels of assistance available, which can be selected via a top-tube-integrated single-button electronic interface.

Riders access electronic functions using the top tube interface, visible at the top of this photo
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The motor is powered by a down-tube-integrated non-removable 36V/250-Wh lithium battery, one charge of which is claimed to be good for a range of about 46 miles (74 km). The range can be increased by 70 percent, by adding an optional external battery.

Other features include frame-integrated "always on" LED head- and tail lights (the headlight puts out 500 lumens); Shimano hydraulic disc brakes; internally routed cables, wires and hoses; a tubeless-compatible aluminum wheelset; a Spurcycle bell; and a Shimano GRX hydraulic 1 x 11 drivetrain – a Shimano Di2 electronic-shifting drivetrain is available as an upgrade.

The LeMond Prolog is available now in three color choices via the link below, priced at US$4,500. Shipping should begin next month.

Source: LeMond Bicycles

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