A quick tip for the Hammerhead Karoo cycling computers (versions 1 and 2) and map zooming. This hands-down the best unit to zoom in and out with on the bike requiring a simple single tap or two-point tap to zoom in and out anywhere on the screen. ππΌ β SUBSCRIBE to The GPLAMA YouTube […]
Read MoreWahoo have fast-tracked ‘Race Mode’ to the Kickr 5 with a firmware update that also brings ERG Easy Start to this smart trainer. Accessing Race Mode on the Kickr 5 will require the Direct Connect adapter and an Ethernet connection. This video also covers SEVEN race events on Zwift comparing Direct Connect Race Mode with […]
Read MoreTwo updates land from Wahoo today for their indoor cycling products. RGT gets steering along with some new hardware to support it (KICKR Steer) and the KIKCR 6 gets ‘RACE MODE’ taking things to the next level from 1Hz to 10Hz power data updates from the indoor trainer that gives riders a competitive edge over […]
Read MoreAll current model Shimano 12 speed ‘wireless’ hydraulic levers (ST-R9270, ST-R8170, and ST-R7170) can only have their firmware updated using a WIRED connection at this point in time. There are two methods of getting this done with the DuraAce and Ultegra levers, and only one method with the new 105 Di2 levers. In this video […]
Read MoreGarmin have released firmware 15.23 for their Garmin EDGE 1040 Cycling GPS Computers just in time for the Christmas break. In this video I do my best to decipher the important line items in the published change log. Links: Garmin EDGE 1030 Firmware 15.23 Notes: https://bit.ly/3GdDsHv Links to buy Garmin Edge GPS: Garmin Edge […]
Read MoreUpdating a previous video I did for 2022/2023 on how to download updated maps to Garmin EDGE GPS cycling computers, specifically older models that do not support loading of world-wide maps via Garmin Express. How To: β Website: https://extract.bbbike.org/ β Pre-made Maps: https://download3.bbbike.org/osm/garmin/region/ β Pre-made City Maps: https://download3.bbbike.org/osm/bbbike/ β Download Zip / Extract Files. […]
Read MoreA new firmware is rolling out this week (early December 2022) for the Garmin Edge 530, 830, 1030, and 1030 Plus Cycling GPS Computers. This video covers what’s new and includes my regular “Sync over USB with Garmin Express” reminder. π²ππΌ Summary: β Fix Firstbeat stats resetting on power cycle. β Add informational prompt […]
Read MoreLiveTrack Spectator Messaging that first appeared on select Garmin wearables has now appeared in recent public beta firmwares for the EDGE 1040 GPS Cycling Computer. In this video I take the feature for a 45min test ride while inviting people to send me messages via LiveTrack. Note: This is a beta feature of the EDGE […]
Read MoreWahoo ELEMNT Summit Segments is their version of ‘ClimbPro’ which gives riders a breakdown of all the climbs on a predefined route. This video digs into all the details, configuration, supported ELEMNT units, and takes this new feature on the road for a hands-on look at how it works. Links: Wahoo Official: https://bit.ly/2LtFLfl Wahoo […]
Read MoreA hands-on look at the new Public Route Sharing feature from Wahoo for their ELEMNT Cycling GPS computers. This is a neat way to share event routes to a LOT of people very quickly. This is compatible with all Wahoo ELEMNT cycling computers from the original ELEMNT through to the new BOLT2 & ROAM2. […]
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