Garmin Fenix 5/5S/5X Plus In-Depth Review (with Maps, Music, Payments)
www.dcrainmaker.com/2018/06/garmin-fenix5-review.htmlOn the other sensor front, I’ve largely used power meters (Vector 3, Stages LR, Favero Assioma, SRM Exakt specifically), and the Wahoo SPEED ANT+ speed sensor.
Quick Update on Stages Dash L10, M50, and L50 Bike GPS Units (First Test Ride)
www.dcrainmaker.com/2019/01/quick-update-stages.htmlStages Dash M50: $249 – This is the mid-sized unit, kinda like a Wahoo BOLT or Edge 520 Plus.
Garmin HRM-PRO Plus Heart Rate Strap In-Depth Review
www.dcrainmaker.com/2022/07/garmin-heart-review.htmlMeaning, that unlike a Polar H10/Verity Sense or a Wahoo TICKR X that can create a workout entirely by itself (without any app/device), the HRM-PRO Plus needs to have that workout initiated by either a Garmin watch, or recorded by a 3rd party device/app/etc… I get this probably isn’t a huge issue for most people, but it is something to be aware of.
Tour de France 2022: Which Smart Trainers Do They Use?
www.dcrainmaker.com/2022/07/france-which-trainers.htmlElite has basically maintained their partnerships, while Tacx has decreased slightly under Garmin (but Garmin themselves has increased for accessories), and Wahoo has slightly increased over the last few years.
My 2012 Sports Gadget Recommendations
www.dcrainmaker.com/2012/11/my-2012-sports-gadget-recommendations.htmlIf you can wait till a few days after Christmas: Wahoo KICKR: As I said before, this product is fundamentally changing the market – and I believe buying any high-end trainer between now and then would be silly if you didn’t just wait to see how the KICKR performs in real life.
Huge Spring Sale: 20% of all trainers, many power meters, and plenty more
www.dcrainmaker.com/2018/05/spring-trainers-meters.htmlIt doesn’t matter if that item is the Tacx Neo trainer, Wahoo KICKR 3 (2017) trainer, a WatTeam power meter, or Oakley aero helmets.
Kinetic inRide Bluetooth Smart Power Meter Accessory In-Depth Review
www.dcrainmaker.com/2012/12/kinetic-inride-bluetooth-smart-power-meter-accessory-in-depth-review.htmlThe strap is just the Wahoo Fitness BlueHR strap rebranded with a Kinetic logo on it.
Week in Review–May 12th, 2013
www.dcrainmaker.com/2013/05/reviewmay-12th-2013.htmlWahoo KICKR gets ANT+ control firmware update: You’ll get this update by using any of the Wahoo Apps and connecting to the KICKR.
The Xplova X5 Bike Computer Review: What I Love and Hate
www.dcrainmaker.com/2017/04/xplova-computer-review.htmlIn fact, there are boatloads of lessons that companies like Garmin, Wahoo, Polar, and others can learn from the Xplova X5.
Hands-on: Scosche’s New Rhythm24 Optical HR Sensor Swiss-Army Knife
www.dcrainmaker.com/2018/01/scosches-rhythm-optical.htmlThis is a bit pricier than Wahoo’s new TICKR FIT or Polar OH-1 ($79), but simply put, it contains more features than those (see table down below).
BKOOL demonstrates KICKR compatibility, new user-video route upload function, Android app
www.dcrainmaker.com/2013/09/demonstrates-compatibility-function.htmlAs part of that shift towards an open platform, BKOOL also announced Wahoo KICKR ANT+ control/support on their existing BKOOL PC platform.
Openwater Swim GPS Test Extravaganza Results
www.dcrainmaker.com/2021/08/massive-openwater-accuracy.htmlOk, first up is the Wahoo RIVAL watch versus the COROS Vertix 1.
Hands on with the newly announced Tacx iPad app, ANT+ changes, Bluetooth Smart trainers
www.dcrainmaker.com/2013/08/tacx-bluetooth-trainers.htmlYou can use the standard Wahoo Fitness ANT+ adapter, or you can use one that Tacx will sell (it’s the exact same as the Wahoo adapter, just branded Tacx).
The 2015 Holiday Deals for Sports Technology
www.dcrainmaker.com/holidays2015Wahoo KICKR Trainer - $959 (normally $1,199): Available on REI with member coupon code 15FALLMEM (this link to REI supports the site here).
Elite Drivo II Smart Trainer In-Depth Review
www.dcrainmaker.com/2018/07/elite-drivo-trainer-review.htmlWith the Wahoo KICKR having such a pre-installed cassette, it’s definitely a bit of a downside that you’ve gotta go out and get your own.
COROS Dura Hands-On: I Have Some Thoughts
www.dcrainmaker.com/2024/06/coros-dura-cycling-gps-first-look-hands-thoughts.htmlThe exact specifics of some of the features not yet implemented are a bit fuzzy to me, such as the watch mirroring/handoff from watch to Dura, though they sound roughly similar to what Garmin and Wahoo both have, though both of those companies do things differently.
Week in Review–April 3rd, 2016
www.dcrainmaker.com/2016/04/week-reviewapril-2016.htmlSo basically, the key thing of interest to folks here is the Wahoo KICKR & SNAP trainers.
Week in Review–Oct 14th, 2019
www.dcrainmaker.com/2019/10/week-review-14th-2019.html1) There’s currently a bundle deal on the Wahoo KICKR18 (most current model for this upcoming winter) and the Wahoo KICKR CLIMB, which saves you $200.
Giveaway Extravaganza 2018 Winners!
www.dcrainmaker.com/2018/09/giveaway-extravaganza-2018-winners.htmlPrior to running a de-duplication sweep (for things like duplicate entries on the same giveaway), the Wahoo combo was in the lead.
First Look: Absolute Cycling One GPS Bike Computer
www.dcrainmaker.com/2019/06/absolute-cycling-computer.htmlBattery is about the same as the Wahoo ROAM and Garmin mapping units (for regular battery profiles), and the resolution is higher than Garmin and Wahoo’s units, and even twice that of the Sigma’s ROX 12, and about 25% more than the Hammerhead’s Karoo.
Whoop Begins Sync from Garmin, Strava, and More: How it Actually Works
www.dcrainmaker.com/2022/02/whoops-health-integration.htmlThat includes basically everyone but Fitbit, so be it Garmin, Suunto, Polar, Wahoo, Peloton, Apple, and….Strava.
Elite Drivo Trainer In-Depth Review
www.dcrainmaker.com/2016/09/elite-drivo-trainer-depth-review.htmlHowever, companies like Wahoo simply include it already installed on their KICKR lineup, simplifying setup.
Trying to find a trainer in stock? A nifty alerting tool for you (US/Europe)
www.dcrainmaker.com/2021/02/trying-trainer-alerting.htmlThings like the Wahoo KICKR, Tacx NEO, Stages Bike, Elite Sterzo Smart, etc… I was mostly checking US sites, but also a handful of European sites.
Zwift Increases Prices (App & Hardware): What you need to know!
www.dcrainmaker.com/2024/05/increases-prices-hardware.html4) In the case of Wahoo SYSTM, in January 2018, it was still The Sufferfest.
Team Car Ride: Tour de France Femmes Behind the Scenes (and Smart Trainers)
www.dcrainmaker.com/2024/08/france-femmes-team-car-behind-the-scenes-smart-trainers.htmlWahoo Trainers: 5 Teams… * Ceratizit–WNT Pro Cycling: Wahoo KICKR V6
