Smart Trainer
Van Rysel D500 V2 Smart Trainer In-Depth Review
The Van Rysel D500 V2 is a quiet, stable, Zwift-ready smart trainer that gets the basics right, but a closer look reveals some significant rough edges. In this in-depth review, I test its power accuracy, ERG performance, cadence reporting, virtual shifting, thermal drift, ride feel, and free-ride responsiveness. While the D500 V2 performs sufficiently on […]
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Measuring Smart Trainer ERG Ride Feel // Ranking Trainer Performance
Why can the same ERG workout at the same power and cadence feel harder on one smart trainer than another? I’ve analysed seven 300W ERG sessions to see whether short-term variability in power, crank torque, and cadence can finally put a number to smart-trainer ride feel.
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INPEAK Powercrank-E Twin2 Power Meter – Initial Data Review
Disclosure: Most of the following report was generated using an LLM trained on my previous power meter and smart trainer tests (both successes and failures). I’ve verified the observations and am confident in its ability to identify the issues I look for when reviewing and comparing power sources. Outdoor tests are yet to be performed. […]
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Magene T600 ECO Smart Trainer Review
A rare new arrival in the Lama Lab, the Magene T600 ECO brings flagship features, a virtual flywheel design, and a price that undercuts most premium trainers. I put it through SIM climbs, ERG workouts, flywheel torture tests, and accuracy checks against trusted power meters to see if it truly delivers. With rider-tunable connectivity options […]
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JetBlack Freedom Rocker Feet Review // More Smart Trainer Movement
A quick look at the JetBlack inflatable rocker feet. A small, low-cost upgrade that makes a noticeable difference to indoor bike movement to make longer trainer sessions far more tolerable, without needing a full rocker plate setup.
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Wahoo KICKR CORE V2 Update // Zwift Controller Bridge
A quick look at the latest Wahoo Kickr CORE V2 firmware (2.5.4 / 3.5.4), which finally enables Wi-Fi bridging for the Zwift CLICK v2 and Zwift RIDE controllers – a feature promised at launch but missing until now. Wahoo KICKR CORE V2 Firmware Release Notes: https://bit.ly/4spBVnP
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Digital Peloton News: Firmware Updates, New Radars, Assioma DUO Price Drop & Wahoo vs JetBlack
Welcome to a quick rundown of what’s new in bike tech this week, including the Windfield 14.0 update with improved wind accuracy tools, OutRider tyre pressure sensors now recording to FIT files and showing up in Garmin Connect, new rear radar/light announcements from BBB and Sigma, multiple firmware updates for Polar H9/H10 heart rate straps, […]
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Garmin TACX NEO 3M Smart Trainer & Alpine Gradient Simulator Review – 10 Things To Know
A look at the most premium pain-cave setups as I dig into the Garmin Tacx NEO 3M and its Alpine climbing accessory. The 3M is now two years old, but has a stack of updates that change the game. From rock-solid accuracy, secure-by-design connections, and its surprisingly Wahoo-powered network protocol… to Alpine working in ERG […]
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Wahoo KICKR CORE v2 Review // Next-Generation CORE Arrives!
Wahoo’s new Kickr CORE V2 arrives seven years after the original, adding WiFi, Race Mode, sensor bridging, updated legs, improved flywheel, and LED indicators while keeping a ±2% accuracy, 1800W max, and 16% gradient. This video covers all the details and a deep dive into the power accuracy with two different configurations in the Lama […]
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This Season on ZWIFT for Late 2025 | New Click V2, New York Expansion, AI Training & More
The Zwift September 2025 “This Season on Zwift” media release update brings details of the new Click V2 controllers, the massive New New York expansion, AI-powered training recommendations, power segments, event cool-downs, and more – here’s everything you need to know! GPLama Zwift Click v2 Video: https://youtu.be/z2a7w0HymFw Zwift Cog v2 & Click v2 Upgrade […]
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