- #TRAINERROAD WAHOO KICKR UPDATE#
- #TRAINERROAD WAHOO KICKR UPGRADE#
- #TRAINERROAD WAHOO KICKR ANDROID#
- #TRAINERROAD WAHOO KICKR BLUETOOTH#
It can also simulate descents of up to 10 per cent. This means it’s able to simulate a maximum gradient of 20 per cent, versus the Kickr Core’s 16 per cent. More usefully, if you like to punish yourself, it can exert a higher level of pedalling resistance. That’s not a figure I can even get close to tickling, and frankly I suspect most reading this won’t be able to either, but it could be useful to have if you’re an absolute powerhouse. The Kickr transmits speed, distance, power and cadence data, and has a max power of 2,200 watts, compared to the 1,800 watt ceiling of Wahoo’s cheaper Kickr Core.
#TRAINERROAD WAHOO KICKR BLUETOOTH#
Alternatively, you can use an ANT+ dongle to connect it to a computer or other devices without Bluetooth LE support.
#TRAINERROAD WAHOO KICKR ANDROID#
The Wahoo Kickr is compatible with ANT+, ANT+ FE-C and Bluetooth Low Energy devices, meaning you can pair it with your ANT+ cycle computer or to an iOS or Android tablet or phone. The included cable is thankfully long enough that most people won’t need an extension lead. You just remove the quick-release skewer and the axle end caps can be swapped by hand.Īll that’s left to do is plug it in. Simon Bromley / Immediate Media As a default, it comes equipped for road bikes with standard quick-release axles, but adaptors for 12 × 142mm and 12 × 148mm thru-axles are included in the box, so those with disc brake bikes won’t be left out.Ĭhanging the axle adaptors is a simple, tool-free job too. Rear view of the Kickr with the legs folded in for storage. The Kickr also folds away for storage in a reasonably compact fashion too, due to the support legs folding in and out. Fortunately, it has an integrated handle that makes moving it around a lot easier. Out of the box (with the cassette and quick release skewer installed), the unit weighs 21.9kg. Wahoo also noted that there are 12-speed cassettes, such as the SRAM NX Eagle PG-1230, that offer 12-speed compatibility on the stock 11-speed Shimano/SRAM freehub. Campagnolo and XDR / XD freehubs are available to purchase separately for £49.99 / $69.99 / €59.99 and £59.99 / $69.99 / €59.99 respectively.Ĭurrently, a Shimano Micro Spline freehub isn’t available, though Wahoo did say it is monitoring demand for this, suggesting it would release one if there was enough interest. It also comes with an 11-speed, 11-28-tooth cassette installed, which not every smart trainer does (even at the higher end of the pricing spectrum).
#TRAINERROAD WAHOO KICKR UPGRADE#
These are also available to purchase separately, to upgrade old Kickr trainers. The new Axis feet provide up to five degrees of tilt for a more natural ride feel. If your body weight falls outside of that range, you’ll need to swap to either the smaller caps or larger caps, but this can be done by hand – the feet just screw on and off. These top caps spread the load across the foam feet differently so that all riders experience the correct amount of tilt.īy default, the medium sized caps are installed, which have a weight range of 63 to 81kg.
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There are three different top caps for the Axis feet included, which are designed for riders of different weights. The two support legs simply fold out and both the Axis feet and the height of the flywheel are easily adjustable. The Kickr comes almost completely assembled, meaning setting it up is a breeze.
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#TRAINERROAD WAHOO KICKR UPDATE#
Interestingly, that +/- 1 per cent claimed accuracy range is tighter than that found on Wahoo’s Kickr Bike, so perhaps that will also see an update at some point.Īdditionally, Wahoo has amended the trainer’s supporting feet (called the Axis feet) to allow for five degrees of lateral tilt, to help give a more realistic ride feel.