Wahoo has unveiled its latest KICKR Smart Trainer and KICKR BIKE. According to the company, both devices are designed with enhanced features, including Wi-Fi connectivity, that will enable a more seamless and connected user experience across the Wahoo ecosystem.
‘Through a comprehensive connected indoor and outdoor ecosystem, Wahoo aims to be the global leader in smart fitness training across its physical and digital products. Wahoo provides athletes tools and resources to achieve their goals, however and wherever they choose to train.’
The addition of Wi-Fi connectivity across the new KICKR Smart Trainer and KICKR BIKE gives riders a better connected and more advanced ride experience – increasing the ability to connect across phones, tablets and other electronic devices.
Without the reliance on various hardware layers, such as Bluetooth and ANT+ chips, Wi-Fi also helps to solve the issues of drop-outs – helping riders to remain connected throughout the duration of their workout.
Wahoo adds that Wi-Fi provides significant increases in data transfer speed vs Bluetooth and ANT+.
‘This delivers your on-screen stats over 65% faster than before, making workouts more seamless and eRacing more precise. The introduction of Wi-FI also comes with the added bonus of being able to provide real-time troubleshooting courtesy of Wahoo’s industry renowned customer support team, as well as automatic firmware updates.’
Mike Saturnia, CEO at Wahoo, said “Our team is constantly working to add new capabilities and features to our state-of-the-art KICKR products. We are excited that Wahoo continues to lead innovation in the category by being the first major brand to introduce Wi-Fi on their smart trainers and bikes.”
He added “We are creating the most innovative connected fitness ecosystem on the market, and these new Wi-Fi enabled products play a key role.”
The latest products mark the tenth anniversary of the original KICKR Smart Trainer, which launched in 2012.
The new Wi-Fi enabled KICKR Smart Trainer and KICKR BIKE launches follow the unveiling of Wahoo’s first streaming service, Wahoo X, on the heels of its acquisition of RGT Cycling in April 2022. Acording to the company, this creates a more connected ecosystem across indoor and outdoor training, giving athletes the tools they need to be successful in tracking toward their goals.
Chris Fischer, Chief Commercial Officer of Subscription Services at Wahoo, said “We remain committed to enhancing the training experience for professional and recreational cyclists, alike, through Wahoo X.
“Within this service, Wahoo RGT allows you to train with other riders, while SYSTM provides sports science based workouts and training plans. The addition of these new KICKR devices with Wi-Fi creates a more unified, connected fitness experience so our athletes can spend more time riding and less time connecting.”
The KICKR v6 and KICKR BIKE v2 are available for £1,099.99 and £3,499.99 respectively.
