Smart Trainer
Zwift COG Hardware Teardown
A closer look at what makes up the Zwift Cog device with a hardware teardown! I answer a TON of questions that have been asked about the Cog, Virtual Shifting, and bike compatibility. And I also demonstrate is how quickly the Zwift Hub can be switched from a quick-release setup to a 12×142 thru-axle configuration […]
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Zwift HUB Game Changing Updates! Virtual Gears / Zwift COG / 10Hz Data / NEW Click Hardware
Zwift has made a groundbreaking advancement with their smart trainer technology with these updates. Introducing the 10Hz ‘Race Mode,’ Virtual Shifting/Gearing, and new hardware in the form of Zwift Cog and Zwift Click. These innovations mark a significant leap forward in the world of smart trainers. Links: Zwift US Shop: https://zwiftinc.sjv.io/Gmo9ML Virtual Gear Ratio […]
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Wahoo Kickr CLIMB Adapter Review // Kickr MOVE with Gradient Simulation!
The Wahoo KICKR Climb adapter for compatibility with the Kickr MOVE smart trainer arrived in the Lama Lab last week and has been put through its paces. This video covers off all the details of the new Climb Adapter and dives into a few interesting details about how Zwift sends gradient commands to smart trainers. […]
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Wahoo Kickr MOVE Smart Trainer // A Kickr On Rails!
A new smart trainer product introduced to the Wahoo indoor trainer line-up for 2023 that brings rocker-plate functionality to the Wahoo Kickr! The Kickr MOVE allows for fore/aft movement along with a small amount of side to side tilt with the new frame design and the Kickr AXIS feet. This video covers all the details […]
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New Features for ELITE Direto XR & Suito Smart Trainers and Massive Price Drops!
ELITE have released new firmware for their Direto XR and Suito Smart Trainers that introduce a number of features previously only seen on their flagship Justo smart trainer. They’ve also announced significant price reductions of both the Direto XR-T and Suito-T. This video covers all the details and provides a hands-on look at the update […]
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Elite GATEWAY // Wired Connections for Elite Smart Trainers!
The Elite GATEWAY Wired Ethernet Dongle allows you to connect the trainer directly to your (or access point) to connect to the Elite JUSTO via the Direct Connect protocol (TCP). I’ve had the Gateway in the Lama Lab to test ride and this video is a quick overview of the device and how it performed. […]
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ZWIFT HUB Smart Trainer Auto-Calibration Update // Firmware 4.0.1
Rolling out this week to all Zwift Hub owners: Firmware 4.0.1 which includes the much anticipated auto-calibration (auto-spindown) update Zwift had listed as an upcoming feature since launch. In this video I cover all the details, when it occurs, and I put it to the test in the Lama Lab. 🚲📊📈 Links: Zwift Hub […]
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Wahoo Kickr 5 RACE MODE Update // Race Mode Event Test Results!
Wahoo 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 […]
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Wahoo KICKR Race Mode // RGT Gets Steering
Two 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 […]
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SARIS H4 Smart Trainer: Details // Tested // Hands-On Review
On paper the Saris H4 Smart Trainer is a step-up in compatibility and power accuracy for the flagship smart trainer from Saris. Unfortunately the review unit sent over failed both the 12 speed compatibility test and did not meet the claimed power accuracy specifications. In late 2022 this is not the kind of review that […]
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