Smart Trainer
Tacx FLUX 2 Direct Drive Smart Trainer // GPLama Loop-Back Review
The TACX Flux 2 was first introduced back in 2019 and has been sitting in the queue for a Lama Lab Test for a few years now. Yes, it has been here a while. This week I finally unbox the now superseded FLUX 2 (replaced by the FLUX 2.1 / FLUX 2 2020) to see […]
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Smart Trainer Tip: SRAM Eagle NX Cassette for MTB/Gravel Bikes
All direct drive smart trainers ship with Shimano HG freehubs so can be a costly exercise switching to a SRAM XD Driver (freehub) and a compatible XD cassette to mount your 12 Speed Eagle MTB or gravel bike. The PG-1230 (NX Eagle) is Shimano HG freehub compatible and will save you a lot of money! […]
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Wahoo KICKR Direct Connect KICKR Network Connection Module
The Wahoo KICKR Direct Connect module connects the latest model Kickr Smart Trainer [Kickr 5/2020] to an Ethernet network meaning no more reliance on either ANT+ or Bluetooth for connectivity. This video covers all the details of how it works, how I converted it straight to 5GHz WiFi, packet captures, and where this technology is […]
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JetBlack VOLT Smart Trainer: Details // Ride Review // Lama Lab Test
JetBlack VOLT Smart Trainer – The next generation interactive indoor cycle trainer from the Australian based company. This trainer has been on the market for a few months. This week I put one to the test in the Lama Lab! Technical Specifications: ● Type: Direct Drive / Interactive (SIM, ERG) ● Bike Compatibility: […]
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Magene T300 Smart Trainer: Details // Ride Review // Lama Lab Tested
The Magene T300 Smart Trainer has been on the market now for over 12 months. I’ve had a number of requests to put it through the Lama Lab Test to see how it performs. Hold tight. This is another full speed ride down the rabbit hole of data and analysis! Magene T300 Technical Specifications: […]
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Xplova NOZA S Smart Trainer: Details // Ride Review // Lama Lab Tested
The Xplova NOZA S is a a direct drive smart bicycle trainer backed by tech giant Acer that’s been on the market for around 12 months. This video digs into the details of this smart trainer from ride feel, SIM/ERG modes, power accuracy, and a number of other areas you’ll want to know about […]
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Wahoo KICKR v5 Smart Trainer: What’s New // Product Details
The Wahoo KICKR 5 becomes the latest flagship direct drive Smart Trainer from Wahoo. This video covers all the details of what’s new with this latest release. Stay tuned for the full Lama Lab Test report once I’ve put a few 100km more into this new unit. Full Specifications: – Direct Drive Interactive Smart Trainer […]
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Elite Direto XR Smart Trainer: Details // Ride Review // Lama Lab Test
Elite this week introduces the Direto XR smart trainer as their top model indoor cycle trainer. This video covers all the details and I give my take on how it performed in the Lama Lab for my training and Lama Lab Tests over the last few weeks. Direto XR Full Specifications: – Direct Drive Interactive […]
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How to Make your Smart Trainer QUIETER! 🚴🤫
“Silent” is the new standard for indoor Smart Trainers, however there’s one thing most of them are anything but silent with – freehub noise while coasting. This video covers how to quieten down the freehub on the Tacx Neo 2T, Wahoo Kickr 18, and the Saris H3 Direct Drive Smart Trainers. Links: Multi-Purpose Grease on […]
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Wahoo KICKR BIKE: Details // Tech Specs // First Look
Wahoo KICKR BIKE – The latest release from Wahoo at Eurobike 2019. Based on years of smart trainer experience this looks to be the most fully featured Smart Bike released to date. Here’s all the details we know so far of this flagship product. Wahoo KICKR BIKE Details: – Power Accuracy: +/-1% (No calibration!) – […]
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