The new ipad air is a tablet that works best with a keyboard case as a pseduolaptop for anyone who wants a basic pc with apples software elegance. Aug 21, 2015 the wattbike can link to a range of devices and software such as zwift, trainerroad and the sufferfest. Sep 04, 2017 wattbike have a very good reputation but have always been out of a lot of peoples price range this drops the price and adds all the features we could have asked for they deserve great credit for listening to the market and producing something that hits the mark and also appears to be pretty well matured from a software point of view. Experience the iconic cycling locations and events without travelling passo dello stelvio, alpe dhuez, kona and infinite number of others. Mar 23, 2020 the most widely used option is ios, though an ipad does allow for easy transportation and the appletv option is the most cost effective way of using zwift in full hd on a big screen. The fulgaz video even on standard quality was very good even on an ipad screen. As the old saying goes no pain, no gain, and the sufferfest dishes both out in spades. Connecting your wattbike to the sufferfest app is extremely easy as long as you have a compatible wattbike head unit, software version, and connection settings.
The power based indoor trainer with performance insights for every rider. Its biggest problem the gearing appears to be fixable through firmware, and thus far wattbike has been good at releasing updates that provide solutions. The instructions below will give you a step by step guide on how to connect your wattbike to zwift. Far more athletes are using those apps to augment their strava experience.
Beginners guide to wattbike expert softwarev1 180510. Once back at home youll need to install the wattbike expert software go to wattbike and click on the expert software download button. Smash your goals and compete with others around the world. Isnt it just a tablet type setup with wattbike software on it. To avoid this, cancel and sign in to youtube on your computer. If you use zwift with a smart trainer, the level of resistance adjusts to match the terrain so when youre. Learn how to use trainerroad for ios via bluetooth smart.
Connecting the wattbike pro trainer the sufferfest. This will download the installer executable which youll need to run to install the software. Connect the wattbike performance computer to your pc using a usb cable. If you find indoor training a lonely affair, zwift could be the perfect solution. Visit the app store to download trainerroad for ios. Should you have any issues connecting via bluetooth please ensure all. All you need to find the right one for you what they do, what they cost and much more zwift, sufferfest, tacx rouvy whether you want to ride around virtual worlds or up legendary climbs theres an indoor cycle training app for you.
In short, i believe that wattbike have successfully joined the smart trainer game with a product that feels a lot like a traditional wattbike but with the smarts to work for the zwifttrainerroad generation. Feb 25, 2020 the new ipad air is a tablet that works best with a keyboard case as a pseduolaptop for anyone who wants a basic pc with apples software elegance. The most widely used option is ios, though an ipad does allow for easy transportation and the appletv option is the most cost effective way of using zwift in full hd on a big screen. So i cant see that a pro model in any condition would be worth as much given the feature difference. If you have both your ipad and iphone in close proximity ensure only the device you are wishing to connect to the monitor has bluetooth turned. The wattbike can link to a range of devices and software such as zwift, trainerroad and the sufferfest. On your ios or ipados device, go to settings bluetooth and make sure that bluetooth is on. If you cant turn on bluetooth or you see a spinning gear, restart your iphone, ipad or ipod touch.
Rouvy is an excellent choice for those that want to optimize their time training. With such a wealth of content, bkool is one of the most engaging and best value apps out there 910. In principle i agree that the pro should attract a premium, and that theyre aimed at different markets. Ios 11 iphone 6s and above, ipad 4 and above, ipad mini 2 and above. Train on the realistic race profiles of your next race to gain a competitive advantage. For windows 10, please use the manual update method. The app offers so many features to vary your training and keep you entertained and challenged. Pairing the app and software the phone app acts as a remote to the software, so you can control your ride whilst staying comfortably in the saddle. Rouvy is probably the most underrated cycling app out there. And with up to 10 hours of battery life, ipad air can go all day on a single charge. Its thin and light and has advanced wireless connectivity.
You can only use the sufferfest app connected to your wattbike if you have. Sep 10, 2019 wattbike atom connectivity and usability downloading the wattbike app is a good start. If playback doesnt begin shortly, try restarting your device. Watch this video for a step by step guide to linking up your ant device. Theres an app for everyone, from those that let you dive deep into the nerdiest of performance data, to an app that helps you make a friend in your neighborhood who runs the same pace as you. Videos you watch may be added to the tvs watch history and influence tv recommendations. Jan 03, 2020 wattbike atom can be used with zwift because it has the necessary features that make it compatible with the zwift application, and all you need is an interface, most probably an ipad, connectivity, and access to the zwift application. Can you use a wattbike atom with zwift spinbikeexpert. If you cant connect a bluetooth accessory to your iphone. Would it be possible to add a confirmation pop up when the stop button is pressed to make sure actually do want to stop or alternatively and perhaps better the ability to continue a training session if not marked as complete yet if one accidentally losses connection or stops it for what ever reason. Should i consider wattbike have tried in the gym and used the app, or should i get a bike perhaps 2nd hand, put it on a smart trainer like the tacx flux smart or the wahoo kickr aim is mainly to cover winter and bad weather and do short interval sessions, training, maybe zwift which i have not tried yet, but it is now available for ipad so i. The phone app acts as a remote to the software, so you can control your ride whilst staying comfortably in the saddle.
My tickr hrm and wattbike connect to the ipad via bt. Only useful if you want limited free sessions and if you are interested in pedaling efficiency. We introduced the beta firmware to trial fundamentally different algorithms for controlling the speed of resistance change, both in gear and ergo modes. However, i cant see that the lack of a monitor justifies the price difference. Top 10 free and paid indoor cycling apps for 2019 smart. Make sure your monitor is up to date with the latest firmware to ensure. This app is available only on the app store for iphone, ipad, and apple tv. Trainerroad is available on your ios devices to make training on the fly easier than ever.
Wattbike have a very good reputation but have always been out of a lot of peoples price range this drops the price and adds all the features we could have asked for they deserve great credit for listening to the market and producing something that hits the mark and also appears to be pretty well matured from a software point of view. For the best in game experience, youll want a good graphics card or gpu. Or if the program is open in the menu at the top of the screen go to file then monitor or the click on the monitor icon on the toolbar start. Aug 10, 2016 follow these simple steps and connect your wattbike to zwift about wattbike. The atom is a radical diversion from previous bikes in the wattbike.
If the program is already open click the monitor icon turn on the wattbike performance computer, the software will automatically recognise it. The hub is a training and analysis platform made up of a mobiletablet app, cloud storage and web app. You can use the cable by north pole engineering or the viiiiva heart rate strap by 4iiii. Ideal indoor trainerwattbike cyclechat cycling forum. Nov 21, 2017 i use the wattbike app on my ipad, and zwift on my laptop macbook. Using apps with your wattbike protrainer wattbike uk. Download wattbike hub and enjoy it on your iphone, ipad and ipod touch. The wattbike hub app is compatible with many devices, for a full list of compatibility, please see below.
I use the wattbike app on my ipad, and zwift on my laptop macbook. I did try to multitask the two apps on my ipad but it wasnt having any. The original wattbike uses an adjustable air fan with a sliding lever, with the additional ability to adjust magnetic resistance if you need more of a challenge. Wattbike is the chosen indoor training tool for many cyclists, from complete beginners to olympic athletes and everyone.
Wattbike atom connectivity and usability downloading the wattbike app is a good start. By using the companys inhouse software youll become acquainted with the nuances of the machine and the. Zwifts biggest feature and its unique selling point is the ability to ride in a virtual world against or alongside other people from across the world. Wattbike expert software the adventures of randeroo. Follow these simple steps and connect your wattbike to zwift about wattbike. Connecting your model b monitor to your wattbike hub app. Whether you use a wattbike pro, trainer or atom, the wattbike hub lets you get the most out of your training. The best apps to use with your wattbike atom smart bike. This month john has mostly been riding the wattbike atom. Maximise your wattbike protrainer, atom or icon indoor cycling training sessions and improve your performance with wattbike hub the essential wattbike training companion app for android. Update as fantastic and effective as the wattbike app is. A key new feature on the wattbike atom is gear shifting. A staple feature of the original wattbike, polar view comes to the hub app.
Zwift supports a wide range of apple and windows computers. Wattbike expert software and wattbike racing 39 different parameters. The beta firmware is available via the wattbike hub app. Unlike all other indoor bikes, the wattbike actually feels like riding a real bike and the dual air and magnetic resistance mean the wattbike can create any gearing you need. How to connect to the wattbike hub app wattbike uk. This app is available only on the app store for iphone and ipad. Firmware is software responsible for controlling how hardware the atom operates and behaves. Whilst the wattbike trainer and trainer pro enjoyed great popularity with professional and amateur athletes alike, the explosion in popularity of virtual training software like zwift and the sufferfest coaxed a large volume of wattbike users off cumbersome stationary trainers and onto svelte, smaller footprint smart trainers. Using the software package to monitor in real time connect the wattbike performance computer to your pc using a usb cable open the software from the welcome screen select monitor. It makes indoor cycling a game and the result is that it makes turbo training fun and engaging. Use the inbuilt tests to assess your fitness, then follow goalspecific workouts and free structured training plans automatically tailored to your current level. We recommend using our firmware updater app to update your wattbike model b monitor, but we also include the files to manually update below.
On the wattbike i had, i almost always only used the fan resistance and that worked very well. The better the graphics card, the more frames per second fps your computer can process, and the higher resolution and smoother graphics youll enjoy. Open the software and switch on the wattbike performance computer. Thousands of amazing developers from all over the world are making apps for strava. Using the correct head unit you can only use the sufferfest app connected to your wattbike if you have head unit b. Feb 08, 2017 should i consider wattbike have tried in the gym and used the app, or should i get a bike perhaps 2nd hand, put it on a smart trainer like the tacx flux smart or the wahoo kickr aim is mainly to cover winter and bad weather and do short interval sessions, training, maybe zwift which i have not tried yet, but it is now available for ipad so i. Fulgaz brings outdoor training indoors like no other app can. Used the wattbike pro for 3 years prior and pretty comfortable that my left right split is balanced and that my pedaling technique is not horrendous. Ensure bluetooth is turned on within the settings of the smart device. Once installed and running you should have a screen like below.