Creating a killer indoor bike setup, balancing space and budget. I share my essential gear, like a protective mat for sweat and noise, a solid tablet stand, and effective cooling fans. also covering must-have towels, headbands, power measurement options, and smooth rollers.
Product Review : Maximize Your Cycling with 4iiii (Foureye) Power Meters – Precision 3+ Review
4iiii offers cost-effective power meter upgrade, making it simple to add high-precision measurements. Options include single and dual-sided sensors, starting at $339. The installation is straightforward, and the product boasts excellent accuracy, battery life, and durability. Users can calibrate easily through an app for efficient performance.
Krietler’s Killawatt: Marginal gains or revolutionizing Indoor Training for the roller fanatics?
Krietler has introduced the Killawatt, a magnetic resistance add-on for its rollers, enhancing indoor training by providing realistic ride feel and increased resistance. Priced at $159, this simple device effectively improves training intensity for both beginner and experienced cyclists. It maintains the classic roller benefits while allowing for a more challenging workout.
What fans are you using for your indoor training setup? This Lasko is still going strong and has more air capacity to keep you riding.
The Lasko U15617 is a powerful blower fan that effectively directs airflow with force, featuring three speeds and an adjustable air nozzle. While its price has increased from $66 to $85, it's efficient for cyclists, targeting upper body ventilation. Noteworthy features include compact size, a circuit breaker, and two outlets.
KILLAWATT! … indoor training on rollers just got a lot better! the Krietler roller reinvention – where have you been!
As a long-time fan of Krietler rollers, I'm excited for Krietler's new Killawatt device, which adds variable resistance up to 350W, overcoming previous limitations. Let's test this soon! #trainingseason
Skyline , it might make you rethink a bad weather cycling trouser / pant
The Showers Pass Skyline rain trousers offer a balance between commuter and road racer needs, providing protection from rain and wind. The slim, durable design and high-quality materials ensure comfort and long-lasting use. However, sizing may pose challenges for taller individuals. The trousers feature functional elements like reflective tape and a key pocket, enhancing safety and convenience.
Hot Summer need Ice Legs! : the recovery device – made by none other than Phil Gaimon, cookie monster.
Cold therapy has been a science for a while but often inconvenient for most. This is a review of Ice Legs the recovery aid
Training Tips
If you're like me then getting the most out of your training is key, and nonchalantly jumping on the bike isn't going to do it justice when you are looking deep for those real gains not "bro gains". After many years of training I have found some important things to consider and things that work.... Continue Reading →
Wahoo Kickr Direct
To make a direct connection to your Kickr because you keep dropping the wireless signal, sure I kinda get it, this device connects your kickr directly to your router avoiding any wifi issues. But $100 I totally don't get for something so simple and contain such a little amount of inexpensive components. Compatibility with only... Continue Reading →
Indoor training fans and the art of cooling. Best fans under $100
Today's inside training / riding inside is a lot more complex than it used to be for me. Software, hardware, ERG modes, etc... if you are like me, then one of the last things on your mind when getting into indoor training is fans! Recent changes to the amount of indoor training I was doing... Continue Reading →