Puckipuppy Corgi 2.0 review: A big ebike in a small package
A corgi is a powerful dog with short stature and the e-bike I tested is also a bit too short for me, but is a blast to chase your tail with.
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3/5 Medals of Yavin: Powerful, fun, bike for the right customer
Cool colors, solid build, and excellent handlebar design
Front and rear suspension, with a comfortable saddle, make it a smooth ride
Expensive for the type of bike
No fenders, rear light, or rack
Heavy and does not fold
When I first received an email from the Puckipuppy representative asking if I wanted to test a Corgi, Beagle, or Boxer. These are dog breeds so I was not sure what was going on and it turns out that the company has a passion for dogs and decided to name the various bike names after dogs.
The Corgi 2.0 arrived in white with orange highlights and I set off riding after charging the battery. It’s honestly a kick in the pants to ride with its BMX styling, but it is heavy and not really built as a daily commuter.
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Rating:
As explained in my palmsolo’s Refresh Rating Scale post, I’m awarding the Puckipuppy Corgi 2.0 three (3) Medals of Yavin. The bike is very good for what it is designed as, a fat-tire off road electric bike. It’s priced higher than competitors and has a focused experience for the right buyer.
The Good and the Bad
It’s pretty rare for me to not find something that can be improved with a product and for things like electric bikes the pros and cons can depend on your riding needs.
Pros
Powerful bike with big battery and ample motor
Cool, fun color scheme
Ample front and rear suspension systems
Excellent controller and cool LCD display
Mag wheels so no worries about broken spokes
Perfect BMX style handlebar design
UL certified battery
Cons
$1,400 price is expensive
Heavy 70 pound bike weight
Seat is too short for taller riders
Experiences
It was a fairly typical unboxing experience with the handlebars, front wheel, headlight, and pedals requiring installation. I like to use the manual that is provided by the manufacturer and I am glad I did since it recommended flipping the bike over on its back to install the front wheel and this method worked better than trying to align things from the top down.
The manual has fairly detailed diagrams and instructions for putting the bike together, as well as detailing the controller buttons and their functions. There were a couple of cable attachments that were required, but the ends of the cables are color coded so just match them up and attach them to each other.
I love the handlebar design with the center mount of the display and the curved design that makes it so comfortable to ride. You can angle the handlebars to your preferences too.
Another design element that I love is the orange mag wheels. They not only look great in my favorite color, but also mean you do not need to worry about loose spokes that can certainly happen over time with e-bikes and all of their power. Speaking of power, the Puckipuppy Corgi 2.0 is powerful with a 20Ah battery and 960W rear hub motor. The bike is quite heavy at 70 pounds and with that robust weight it also supports a capacity of up to 400 pounds.
A thumb throttle is present on the right side, along with the 7-speed Shimano shifter while the display and motor controller is found on the left side. Several buttons control the bike, along with a fairly loud electronic horn.
The battery is removable and drops down from the front frame of the bike so you can use the key to remove it and charge it away from the bike. Nothing folds on this bike and I would really love to see at least the pedals fold up and I may replace them with folding pedals because that makes storage much more convenient.
The bike didn’t propel me up my steep hills with just the throttle, but minimal effort was needed with pedal assist five and shifting into first gear. I did not feel much assist in level one so I spent most of the time in levels two through four, but I loved riding it in throttle mode. In throttle mode, it feels like an electric BMX and I enjoyed that experiences with small jumps on single track trails.
The front suspension forks are good with a rear shock and pin system that gives you a nice ride from the back wheel too.
Specifications
Specifications alone don’t mean much, but they are useful for comparing similar devices and checking that you are getting value for your money.
Frame: Aluminum alloy
Motor: 960W rear hub
Battery: 48V, 20 Ah
Bike weight: 70 pounds
Bike capacity: 400 pounds
Pedal assist: Five levels cadence sensor with thumb throttle
Max speed: 20 mph Class 2
Range: Advertised as 40-80 miles, depending on assist and throttle use.
Transmission: Shimano 7-speed
Brakes: Hydraulic disc brakes
Lights: Front LED
Display: Color LCD
Tires: 20 x 4 inch tires
Bottom Line
Despite the unique naming convention, the Puckipuppy Corgi 2.0 was a blast to ride and I appreciated the opportunity to try it out. The primary upgrade from the Corgi to the Corgi 2.0 is the integrated tire design that is more durable and requires less maintenance. I’m not personally in the market for a bike like the Corgi 2.0, but I sure had a lot of fun riding it and received a few comments from family, friends, and neighbors who said it looked cool.
A couple of minor updates to this and I would have given it a higher rating, but it’s pretty expensive at $1,400 when I just bought a eMTB for another $400 over this price. Note that you can save $50 using the code and link above.