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Today, in addition to the new Kickr Bike Shift, Wahoo is also introducing the new Wahoo Kickr Move which, in addition to the familiar right-left tilting movement, also allows movement forwards and backwards. This should make the driving experience more natural.
The Wahoo Kickr Bike Shift
The new indoor bike from navigation and indoor cycling specialist Wahoo is a whopping 1000 euros cheaper than the "old" Kickr Bike. The aim is to appeal to a wider range of cyclists. Wahoo promises the same riding experience as the Kickr Bike at a more favourable price.
How is this possible? For example, through an innovative brake and belt system that is used on the bike. The resistance reacts quickly to changes in gradient and power. The ride is also quieter than with the Kickr Bike. And Wahoo goes so far as to say that the cheaper smart indoor bike is better than the previous Kickr Bike. A win-win situation, so to speak: pay less for a better product. A practical test will show how the bike performs in the Pain Cave. The Wahoo Kickr Bike Shift is available for 2499 euros. available here.
What is Reality Shift?
Virtual shifting, so you can shift gears just as you would on your own bike. You don't have to get used to it all the time. Shimano, Sram and Campagnolo are possible.
What is True Fit?
This is to ensure that the settings of the indoor smart bike correspond to the geometry of the outdoor bike. An app initially helps with the settings.
What is Real Ride Feel?
If you were thinking of an underground simulation, you're wrong. With the Wahoo Kickr Bike and the new Wahoo Kickr Bike Shift, Real Ride Feel means that inclines of up to 20° and declines of up to -15° can be simulated.
Why Wi-Fi on the Smart Bike or Smart Trainer?
With the Wi-Fi function introduced last year Wahoo achieves higher data transmission speeds compared to Bluetooth and ANT+. This makes training and eRacing more seamless and precise.
Unboxing the Wahoo Bike Shift
Have you ever tried to lift out a Smart Trainer that is stuck in a cardboard box together with polystyrene? It's not that easy. It's even harder - in the truest sense of the word - with an indoor bike. But there are packaging engineers. And they have certainly put their heads together to make the journey from delivery to the first ride easier and more pleasant for Wahoo customers.
The Kickr Move has a sliding mechanism - you no longer have to lift the Smart Trainer out of the packaging. Also, 90 per cent less non-recyclable foam is now used. A QR code leads to video instructions.
- Kickr Bike & Kickr Bike Shift instructions: Video on how to set up and adjust the dimensions
- Instructions Kickr Core, Kickr and Kickr Move: depending on bike specifications, all necessary tools, spacers and accessories are included.
Sandra Schuberth
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