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Bkool Air Smart Trainer -It this real?
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So I found this when doing some trainer research. To be honest this this looks more like a April Fools item. But I can't find anything about it online anywhere. Does anyone know anything about this trainer? Thoughts?

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The Bkool Air Smart Trainer is the only kind of its technology on the market featuring its unique Rocking system and weight measurement. There is nothing better than riding outside, when it’s just you and your bike, with rolling scenery passing by, making your ride amazing. But when winter and the rainy weather elements are holding you back, this trainer can give you that impressive realism and pedalling feeling that no other trainer can. The Smart air exclusive Rocking System, allows movement of the bike, so you can power out of the saddle when hitting those big gradients and feel like you are riding the hill as you would outside. The added Weight measurement element of the trainer will give you accurate analysis and resistance to your training so you can make epic progress towards your goals.
The very powerful 2000w trainer simulates up to leg pounding 20% gradients for hard core resistance. And to complete the experience, Bkool has included some of the most advanced simulator controls you could ask for. It gives you a choice of routes, weather, ride analysis, leagues, events and 3D multi-player training, for your very own TV screen at home. With the ANT+ and Bluetooth smart connection it’s never been so easy to bring you ride indoors. Overall, it’s a complete package for cycling enthusiasts, whether your training or not, its definitely a fun piece of kit.


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Last edited by: jsfarmer: Aug 25, 17 9:55
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Re: Bkool Air Smart Trainer -It this real? [jsfarmer] [ In reply to ]
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It is odd that none of the usual sites have any news of this, but it looks like Evans Cycles in the UK are expecting it in stock soon, so suspect it is real
https://www.evanscycles.com/...art-trainer-EV315834

Sounds interesting. This is the sort of thing that Kurt Kinetic could have done with their Rock and Roll smart turbo, if they hadn't decided to go off down a technological rabbit hole.
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Re: Bkool Air Smart Trainer -It this real? [jsfarmer] [ In reply to ]
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Color me intrigued. The resistance unit looks remarkably svelte to boot.

That said, you really don't need your bike to rock side to side to simulate riding outside. What you need is for a trainer that allows for a very minute of left/right movement so that if viewed from above the contact path of the rear wheel traces an "S" shape on the ground. Basically, rollers with a fork mount accomplishes this.
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http://www.bkool.com/en/turbo-trainer/bkool-smart-air?utm_term=0_1697134c3c-1dd2859586-30195889&utm_campaign=Launch&utm_campaign=1dd2859586-201709+-+AIR+%2B+PRO+2+-+Launching+-+EN&utm_medium=email&utm_medium=email&utm_source=newsletter&utm_source=Bkoolers&utm_content=AIR
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Re: Bkool Air Smart Trainer -It this real? [jsfarmer] [ In reply to ]
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Innovative tech by Bkool,Nice design as well
Eager to see it in action,Might be out same time as the kickr climb
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