The new Golden Retriever from the dog inspired brand Puckipuppy sent me the orange crush, a 26×4 dual motor ebike with mountain bike style frame. It reminds me of a less costly Ecells or Wired ebike that are quite popular. Top speed comes in at a solid 29MPH.
Power Specs: the battery is a 48V 20SH located in the down tube. The front motor is listed as 640 watt peak while the rear is 960W for a total of 1600 watts. Peak torque is listed as 185nm.
Sizing: The Golden R weighs in a 93 lbs with a minumum seat height of 35 inches so its best fit for taller riders. Payload capacity is 400lbs. Standover height is 32 inches.
Gearing could be better with a smallish chainring, 7 speeds and a 14-28T cassette. If features solid set of hydraulic brakes on 180 mm rotors and 26×4 fat tires.
The front suspension is big at 135mm of travel while the mid shock is fairly stiff. Overall the Golden R is a good looking ebike and worthy of its $1899 sticker price.
