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With the new roller trainer Kickr Rollr Wahoo wants to combine the advantages of the natural ride feel of free rollers with the performance benefits of a smart trainer. Thanks to the design based on two rollers, the new indoor trainer from Wahoo is intended to be ridden in a similar way to a free roller, with the additional option of controlling the resistance and linking the roller trainer to power meters.
Who is the Wahoo Kickr Rollr for?
According to Wahoo, you can use the latest Kickr model with a Wide range of frame and tyre sizes use. It is ideal for:
- Persons who Switch quickly between training on the roller and outdoor training would like,
- Households in which a Indoor trainer used for different people and bikes and
- The Warming up before competitions and training sessions. As the rear wheel does not have to be removed, this is particularly interesting for track cyclists and professionals, as the equipment may not be modified after the technical inspection.
The assembly and disassembly of the trainer is Adjustable wheelbase clamp with quick-release fastener quickly and easily.
Free roll vs. Wahoo Kickr Rollr
Riding on conventional free wheels takes some getting used to. It often involves a steep learning curve, as the rider has to balance themselves and the bike. With the Kickr Rollr Balance difficulties not a problem more, while at the same time retaining the natural riding feel. This is thanks to the additional front wheel support that Wahoo Safety Tire Gripper calls. The support clamps front wheels with tyres up to 53 millimetres wide. Thanks to the fixed front wheel, getting on and off the bike is also easy. Even when pedalling out of the saddle on the hardest climbs or the steepest virtual hills, the system is said to offer Stable platform offer.
Coupling with power meters
For precise performance measurement and intelligent training control, the Kickr Rollr Connect via ANT+ with power meters mounted on the bike. For all those who have not yet equipped their road bike with a power meter, Wahoo offers a special package: a Bundle consisting of the Kickr Rollr and the Wahoo Speedplay Powrlink Zero single-sided pedal power meter. The advantage of the package compared to a smart trainer is that power measurement is not limited to indoor training. Wahoo describes the Package consisting of Kickr Rollr and Speedplay powermeter as a convenient and cost-effective way to enjoy the benefits of watt-based training both indoors and outdoors.
Price
The Kickr Rollr costs 799.99 euros. In a bundle with the new, single-sided Speedplay Powermeter pedal Powrlink Zero the new Wahoo roller trainer is available for 1399.99 euros - either directly in the Wahoo online shop or in specialised shops (e.g. at Chain Reaction Cycles).
Sandra Schuberth
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