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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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Zwift Switch to ’90s Graphics with NEW Climb Portal Feature!
Coming soon to Zwift is the highly anticipated “Climb Portal” experience, and early feedback from users has been nothing short of eye opening! 😉 In this video, I’ll give you an overview of what awaits you if you decide to embark on this new vertical challenge within the game, which is optional of course. […]
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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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Garmin TACX NEO Bike Plus: Details / Ride Experience / Disappointment
The Garmin TACX NEO Bike Plus “Smart Bike” has landed and with this release Garmin have addressed a number of issues from their first generation smart bike from 2019. Although the new brakes/gear levers are best-in-class, unfortunately the performance of the bike as tested in the Lama Lab is not to any acceptable level. Failing […]
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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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ZWIFT ‘HoloReplay’ Ghost Riders: Race Yourself // Pace Yourself!
Zwift has started the 2022/2023 indoor season off on the right foot by releasing their “HoloReplay” feature…. which we’ll all no doubt call ‘Ghost Riders’. These replays will appear on in-game timed segments and allow you to race (or pace) against your previous effort. Full details in this video. ➡️ SUBSCRIBE to be notified […]
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ZWIFT HUB Smart Trainer Review: How Does a $499 Smart Trainer Really Perform?
The Zwift Hub direct drive interactive smart trainer goes on sale today, October 3rd 2022. In previous videos I’ve covered all the technical specifications of the Hub and covered-off the most commonly asked questions. In this video I get DEEP into the details of how it performs when put to the test in the Lama […]
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Zwift Hub Smart Trainer: 15 Questions & Answers // Things To Know
15 commonly asked questions about the upcoming US$499 Zwift Hub Smart Trainer from Zwift. Covered in this video: – Intro – Quick Overview – Can it be used with software other than Zwift? – Does the Zwift Hub require an active paid subscription to Zwift? – Is the 12 speed cassette compatible with SRAM […]
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