Gymrail Momentum X1 Smart Trainer Movement System In-Depth Review
www.dcrainmaker.com/2022/06/gymrail-momentum-x1-movement.htmlIn many ways, smart trainers themselves have largely flat-lined in terms of new features.
Garmin Shows Off Smart Trainer Integration on Fenix 6 & Forerunner 945
www.dcrainmaker.com/2020/08/garmin-shows-off-smart-trainer-integration-on-fenix-6-forerunner-945.htmlWhich, was exactly the case a number of weeks ago when I went to start a Zwift race, using the Fenix 6 as a background recording device for some trainer/power meter testing.
Timex Ironman GPS Global Trainer First Look Review
www.dcrainmaker.com/2010/06/timex-ironman-gps-global-trainer-first.htmlNote: Please see the final Timex Ironman GPS Global Trainer In Depth Review posted here (it’s a whole lot more detailed and in depth, and includes updates and discussions from Timex as well).
First Look: The 4iiii Fliiiight Smart Trainer
www.dcrainmaker.com/2019/09/4iiii-fliiiight-trainer-first-look-specs.htmlDecember 2019 Update: My full 4iiii Fliiiight Smart Trainer In-Depth Review is now published, hit up that page for all my final details after a bunch of usage.
Lifeline Pro Trainer Desk Review: This Time with USB & Power Ports (and just 100EUR)!
www.dcrainmaker.com/2022/02/lifeline-trainer-pro-trainer-desk-review.htmlIn much the same way I have an apparently unhealthy obsession with USB charging cables, I also potentially have such an obsession with finding the perfect trainer desk.
Everything you ever wanted to know about ANT+ FE-C and bike trainers
www.dcrainmaker.com/2016/07/everything-you-ever-wanted-to-know-about-ant-fe-c-and-bike-trainers.htmlAs we near trainer season, I’ve seen an uptick in interest in understanding what exactly ANT+ FE-C is, and why it matters when it comes to choosing a trainer (or an app, or a bike computer).
First Look: Kinetic R1 Direct Drive Trainer
www.dcrainmaker.com/2018/09/kinetic-r1-trainer-direct-drive.htmlAnd just like that, Kinetic has joined the direct drive trainer flotilla.
Mio adds wireless Shimano Di2 integration, ANT+ trainer control, and more to Cyclo bike units
www.dcrainmaker.com/2014/03/mio-di2-wireless-control.htmlIt’s been a long time coming, but two weeks ago ANT+ released the bike trainer control profile, officially called the “Fitness Equipment – Controls (FE-C) Device Profile”.
First Look: Minoura’s New Kagura Smart Trainer
www.dcrainmaker.com/2017/10/minouras-kagura-trainer.htmlWhile at Interbike I got the chance to check out and ride Minoura’s new smart trainer, the Kagura.
First look at Zwift, an ultra real graphics trainer app
www.dcrainmaker.com/2014/09/ultra-graphics-trainer.htmlToday, startup company Zwift formally announced their product plans for their ultra high graphic training application, aimed at keeping cyclists entertained during their time sitting going nowhere on a trainer.
Bkool Announces New Smart Go Trainer
www.dcrainmaker.com/2016/09/bkool-announces-new-smart-go-trainer.htmlThese two trainers sit at $479 and $699USD respectively.
Hands-on: New Totally Silent STAC Zero Trainer
www.dcrainmaker.com/2016/06/stac-zero-trainer.htmlThis morning a small company from Canada launched their first trainer product – the STAC Zero trainer.
New Timex Run Trainer vs. Garmin FR210: Fight!
www.dcrainmaker.com/2011/08/new-timex-run-trainer-vs-garmin-fr210.htmlThe latest addition to the Timex GPS family is the Timex Run Trainer (or TRT for short), which adds to the Timex Global Trainer (TGT) multisport product that was released last spring/summer.
First Look: The $749 Tacx Flux S Smart Trainer (Direct Drive)
www.dcrainmaker.com/2018/09/tacx-flux-s-smart-trainer-first-look.htmlLast week at Interbike, Tacx announced the Flux S, making it the second Flux trainer announced in almost as many months.
Bkool Exits Trainer Hardware Business, Shifts Focus to Training Platform
www.dcrainmaker.com/2019/11/bkool-exits-trainer-hardware-business-shifts-focus-to-training-platform.htmlThe fact that indoor cycling company Bkool has just announced today it’s exiting the indoor trainer business isn’t terribly surprising.
First Look: STAC’s New Resistance Controllable Silent Trainer
www.dcrainmaker.com/2017/09/first-look-stacs-new-resistance-controllable-silent-trainer.htmlWhile at Interbike the company behind the STAC Zero silent trainer, previewed their resistance controllable trainer that they’ll be pushing out next year.
Indoor Cycling Trainer Desk: For when you just can’t justify the Wahoo KICKR Desk Price
www.dcrainmaker.com/2020/09/rad-lifeline-conquer-cycling-trainer-desk-cheaper-wahoo-desk.htmlWant the Wahoo KICKR Desk (which work with any brand trainer), but can’t exactly justify spending $250 on an indoor trainer desk? No problem, there’s an alternative – the RAD Cycling Desk, also branded as the Lifeline Cycling Trainer Desk, Vinsetto Cycling Desk, Conquer Cycling Trainer Desk, as well as some truly special brand names like PPWear, CXWXC, etc....
Hands-on: Tacx NEO 2 Smart Trainer
www.dcrainmaker.com/2018/11/tacx-neo-2-smart-trainer-hands-on.htmlSqueaking in just under the wire for the 2018 Trainer Guide is the just announced Tacx NEO 2 Smart Trainer, the successor to the top of the line and now three-year-old Tacx NEO Trainer.
Bkool Announces ANT+ FE-C Software Update Available Now, plus a new budget trainer and more
www.dcrainmaker.com/2015/08/announces-software-available.htmlAs a brief refresher Bkool has historically been one of the least expensive options on the market for resistance controlled trainers, which has over the years made them a fairly popular option for those wanting to get into the automated trainer game – especially in Europe.
First look at the Kinetic by Kurt $200 Bluetooth Smart inRIDE power meter trainer accessory
www.dcrainmaker.com/2012/08/first-look-at-kinetic-by-kurt-200.htmlHere at Eurobike, Kinetic introduced a power meter accessory/attachment (inRIDE) for their existing trainers – which adds highly accurate power meter measurement to a Kinetic trainer for about $200.
Saris Announces New Upgraded H4 Smart Trainer
www.dcrainmaker.com/2022/09/saris-announces-new-upgraded-h4-smart-trainer.htmlToday is apparently new-trainer day, with Saris joining in on announcing a new smart trainer, their H4.
Hands-on: Wahoo Fitness KICKR CORE Direct Drive Smart Trainer
www.dcrainmaker.com/2018/07/first-look-wahoo-fitness-kickr-core-direct-drive-smart-trainer.htmlUntil then though, here’s what’s new on the less expensive KICKR CORE trainer.
Hands-On: Tacx’s NEO 2T Smart Trainer With Increased Power
www.dcrainmaker.com/2019/09/hands-on-tacxs-neo-2t-smart-trainer-with-increased-power.htmlAt Eurobike this year Tacx has announced their latest update to the Tacx Neo Series, with the new 2T trainer.
The Podium Trainer Desk In-Depth Review
www.dcrainmaker.com/2016/12/the-podium-trainer-desk-in-depth-review.htmlAs trainer season is in full swing now, so are the various trainer-focused items showing up on my doorstep.
A bit of time playing with the Tacx VR Trainer
www.dcrainmaker.com/2010/09/bit-of-time-playing-with-tacx-vr.htmlOver the past few months I’ve received more and more e-mail asking what I thought about the Tacx trainers, and how I thought they compared to RacerMate’s CompuTrainer.
