A tester praises the relaxed, upright riding position and overall ride comfort.
The stem has 90 degrees of adjustability.
The Poodle comes with lights with brake activation, fenders, a rear rack rated for 55lb, a horn, and mounts for a front basket.
The hydraulic disc brakes provide ample stopping power, according to a tester.
Tests show that the Poodle climbs well for a commuter e-bike.
In one range test using max PAS and throttle in cold 40°F weather, the reviewer gets 20 miles from the battery.
The Poodle’s IPX6 water resistance rating is above average.
Puckipuppy customer support responds quickly.

3 reasons not to buy

The whole bike is awaiting UL certification at the time of writing, but the battery is UL 2271 certified.
The Poodle is rated for 5’2” to 6’4”, but a tester says riders over 6’ may find it too small.
A reviewer complains that the rear fender hits the rack while riding.

Bottom line

The Poodle is Puckipuppy’s first fully equipped commuter e-bike. The low step-through frame, swept-back handlebars, and relatively wide 2.4” tires make for a relaxed, comfortable, and approachable ride, according to the two testers. Like Puckipuppy’s other models, the Poodle lacks UL certification, which is unacceptable these days, and calls into question the safety of its electrical systems. Otherwise, the limited testing failed to highlight any other significant flaws, and the bike appears well-suited to commuting and urban rides, with highly competitive pricing. The Heybike Cityrun is a similar alternative, and has UL safety certification.

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IMBruceECLECTIC

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Puckipuppy… The Poodle… First Ever Commuter Bike!

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I have nothing bad to say other than the mirrors suck [and the rear fender rattles]…

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If you’re looking for an inexpensive commuter, [a bike] to ride around town and grab groceries, or a nice little pub bike, definitely check out the Puckipuppy Poodle.

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