Benv wrote:
I'm considering getting a Cycleops Hammer instead. My experiences with powertap have been very good and since they are essentially using a technology they've refined over 20 years I think it should be working well. I've had a Tacx trainer before, the 'Flow' which wasn't a smart trainer (bluetooth didn't exist yet and ANT+ was only just becoming available in HR monitors) but it had a power measurement and could ride in ERG mode. It was not very accurate and the roll got incredibly worn out by the tire very quickly. When they came out with the Bushido there were many cases of the motor catching fire... all just to say, I'm a bit reluctant towards Tacx products...I've had a Cycleops Hammer since December and pretty happy with it overall. It's built like a tank and the 20 pound flywheel feels great. Previously I was using a PowerTap G3 hub and "dumb" fluid trainer. With the Hammer I use my Quarq power meter for power (in Zwift) because it's more accurate and that way it's consistent with power data from outdoor rides. I don't think the Hammer or the KICKR are all that stellar with the power reporting accuracy, so if you're picky about that kind of thing I suggest a crank or pedal based power meter. I would never rely on power data from a wheel-on trainer like the SNAP for all the reasons other people have mentioned. I would just use my PowerTap hub and call it good. As for Tacx, they do have a bad reputation with their wheel-on trainers but the Neo is different and something special as far as smart trainers go. I know a couple guys out here on the Big Island that have the Neo and love it.
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BradleyInKona: Apr 18, 18 18:37