Wahoo Fitness, the workout apps and smartphone connected device specialist, has announced integration of the RFLKT and RFLKT+ bike computers with the Ride with GPS app. Cyclists can now access turn-by-turn directions through the app on RFLKT and RFLKT+, getting where they need to be ‘safely and efficiently’.
“The addition of the Ride with GPS app to RFLKT and RFLKT+ is a perfect example of how Wahoo Fitness products are constantly evolving to deliver rich experiences to users,” said Chip Hawkins, CEO of Wahoo Fitness.
The Ride with GPS app allows cyclists to map their route along bike paths, streets and trails using an easy online route planner. In order to access turn-by-turn navigation on the RFLKT and RFLKT+ users must purchase a membership from Ride with GPS. Those who already own a RFLKT or RFLKT+ and anyone who purchases a new RFLKT or RFLKT+ will be given a free one-month membership.
The RFLKT wirelessly receives all app data and ride info from the cyclists’ smartphone (iPhone 4S or Android 4.3 and newer) via Bluetooth Smart. Equipped with control buttons, cyclists can operate their favourite cycling app, toggle between screens, start/stop intervals and even control smartphone functionality such as music playback, all from the RFLKT, while their smartphone remains safely in a jersey pocket or bike mounted compartment.
RFLKT’s fully customizable screen allows users to decide which app data is most important to see. With 70% screen, the RFLKT has the highest screen to computer ratio in the market. Its ‘sleek profile’ and 2 ounce weight make it ‘virtually unnoticeable’ when mounted, while the coin cell operated battery has a life of over one year and requires no charging.
The RFLKT+ has all of the same features as the RFLKT but connects wirelessly via Bluetooth Smart and ANT+ Bridge and allows cyclists to connect to all of their ANT+ sensors, regardless of brand. The RFLKT+ also provides accurate elevation data, percent grade and feet climbed via its built-in barometric altimeter.
The RFLKT and RFLKT+ are available online at wahoofitness.com for US$100 and US$130 respectively.
Located in Atlanta, Georgia, Wahoo Fitness has created ‘a full ecosystem of sensors and devices for the runner, cyclist or general fitness enthusiast’. Wahoo Fitness’s award winning line of Bluetooth Smart products include the KICKR indoor bike trainer, the world’s first smartphone powered bike trainer, the RFLKT and RFLKT+ line of bike computers, the world’s first smartphone connected bike computers, and the TICKR family of chest-based wearables.
The TICKR family, composed of the TICKR, TICKR Run and TICKR X, combine heart rate training with advanced motion analytics.
www.wahoofitness.com
www.ridewithgps.com
