Ride1UP Prodigy ST
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Facts
Summary of Reviews
We have read all expert and user reviews on the Ride1UP Prodigy ST. In summary, this is what cyclists think.
20 reasons to buy
- The Prodigy’s Brose Mid-drive motor outputs 90Nm of torque.
- A step-through frame makes it easy to mount and dismount the Prodigy ST.
- On a single charge, riders can attain up to 50 miles of range.
- The Prodigy ST comes fitted with a rear rack. It has a 40lb capacity.
- Alloy fenders are included with the Prodigy ST.
- The Prodigy is a Class 3 e-bike, reaching 28mph with pedal-assist.
- A torque sensor provides riders with intuitive and smooth pedal assist.
- Stopping power is ensured by Tektro hydraulic disc brakes with 180mm rotors.
- Grippy Maxxis Re-Fuse tires offer puncture protection and come tubeless-ready.
- A heavy-duty kickstand is attached to the Prodigy’s chainstay.
- The Prodigy ST is available in two colors; ‘Gloss Chalk’ and ‘Matte Gray’.
- Owners found the Prodigy quick to assemble, in as little as 40 minutes.
- An 80-Lux Buchel Shiny headlight is included with the Prodigy.
- A bashguard protects the Prodigy’s chainring, secures its chain and keeps grease off pants and legs.
- Phylion’s battery employs a Battery Management System to prolong battery life.
- The Phylion battery is removable for security and charging away from the bike.
- Internal cable routing gives the Prodigy a ‘clean’ appearance.
- Wheels are sturdy, thanks to 36 x 13-gauge spokes.
- Brose’s Allround color display is easy to use.
- A ‘physical shift’ sensor cuts power during gear changes, preserving the life of the Prodigy’s drivetrain.
9 reasons not to buy
- The Prodigy does not have a throttle.
- The Prodigy is only available in one size.
- Experts felt limited by the gear range of the Prodigy’s 11-34t cassette.
- Experts say road reverb can be felt at high tire pressures, on uneven surfaces.
- The Shimano Alivio rear derailleur is not clutched, leading to some chainslap.
- Brose’s Allround display is quite small.
- Ride1UP’s 2-amp charger takes longer to top up than 4-amp options.
- The rear fender is attached to the Prodigy's rack and can not be used independently.
- The Prodigy ST is not available in the ‘Chameleon Gloss’ colorway that is available for XR and XC models.
