Why Did Ride1up Discontinue the Core-5?

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The Ride1up Core-5 was discontinued earlier this year for reasons that are unclear. This affordable, entry level commuter ebike was popular early on because it combined a no-frills design with elements of higher caliber bikes, like a 750 watt motor and class 3 capabilities.
 
It’s possible that the Core-5 provided an early platform for the recently released Ride1up Turris and served as a prototype of sorts. Maybe it’s less of a misstep and more of a model evolution. Either way consumers win because the Turris is a significant improvement on the Core-5 but comes at a price that’s equally appealing. What you get with the Ride1up Turris is a ultra affordable, class 3 commuter ebike packed with a ton of great value.
Ride1Up Turris
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Comparing the Core-5 and the Turris

 

Turris

Core-5

Price

Starting at $1,095

$1,045

Use Case

Urban Commuting – Variable Terrain

Urban Commuting – Variable Smooth Terrain

Frame Options

Step-Through; XR

Step-Through; XR

Color Options

Graphite Matte; Forest Green Matte; Sandstone Matte

Midnight Gray Satin Matte; Mint Green Satin Matte; Blue Satin Matte

Weight

54 lbs

49 lbs

Motor

750w Geared Hub-Drive; 60Nm Torque

750w Geared Hub-Drive; 60Nm Torque

Battery

12.8Ah LG Cell; 48v

12.8Ah LG Cell; 48v

Display

KD21C, Adjustable Speed LCD

KD21C, Adjustable Speed LCD

Range

25-45 Miles

25-45 Miles

Pedal Assist

Cadence; 28mph

Cadence; 28mph

Throttle

Left Thumb Throttle – 20 MPH

Left Thumb Throttle – 20 MPH

Brakes

Zoom Dual Piston, 180mm Hydraulic Disc – Motor Cutoff

160mm Mechanical Disc – Motor Cutoff – Tektro Aries

Fork

Hydraulic Lockout 100mm Travel Suspension

Smooth Weld 6061 Aluminum

Tires

Kenda K1227 27.5″x2.4″

Kenda Kwick Seven.5 27.5”x2.2″

Handlebars

ST: City/cafe Upright Bars; XR: 31.8mm Riser Bars

ST: 31.8mm Swept-back; XR: 31.8mm Riser

Fenders

Included (Metal Alloy)

Purchased Separately

Derailleur

Shimano RD Altus

Shimano RD Altus

Shifters

Shimano 7-speed SL-TX30

Shimano 7-speed SL-TX30

Lights

60 Lux Front Light

60 Lux Front Light

Gearing

46T Prowheel Alloy Chainring

44T Front Alloy Chainring

Cassette

Shimano 12-32T

Shimano 11-32T

Saddle

KNUS Ergo Gel MTB Saddle

Selle Royal Freeway Plush Gel

Seat Post

400mm x 31.6mm Dual Bolt

Promax 350mm x 31.6mm Adjustable Angle

Stem

45mm Ext. 31.8mm Bar Core

Promax 90mm ext. – 31.8mm Bar Clamp, 28.6mm Tube Clamp

Grips

Ergonomic Locking Rubber Grips

Ergonomic Rubber Grips