There are no hour-long climbs in my local area, but I can ride Alpe du Zwift at any time. Likewise, Zwift racing can be engaging, tactical and an amazing workout, but Zwift time trials or mass-start races nevertheless have none of the adrenaline-inducing speed, bike handling or jostling for position in a bunch. Ultimately, it’s impossible to forget you’re still riding a stationary bike indoors. Wahoo promised a “giant leap” for comfort and realism with its recently launched Kickr Move smart trainer, but having tested it (look out for my in-depth review coming soon), I’m not convinced its added movement mechanics move the needle much. There are also accessories such as rocker plates (platforms to which you can mount your smart trainer and bike for increased movement) and gadgets such as the Wahoo Kickr Climb and Elite Rizer. Smart trainer hardware has improved massively in just a few short years, but it feels as if we’re reaching something of a technological plateau there now.Īll of the best smart trainers now have high enough maximum powers, can simulate steep enough gradients, and have good enough power accuracy and ride feel to satisfy all but the most demanding riders. Though using a smart trainer paired with any kind of indoor cycling app can be fun to a degree, there’s no way it will ever completely replicate riding outdoors. If realism is what you want, it’s usually possible to ride outside instead.
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