Ryan Rish

Buffalo

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New Outdoor Updates from Wahoo

2 weeks ago | slowtwitch.com | Ryan Rish

Following the launch of the ELEMNT ACE in December, Wahoo announces today updates across their ELEMNT line of bike computers, plus the introduction of their TRACKR RADAR. Although full specs and lists of features were not available, here’s a quick breakdown on what’s coming soon. WE will follow up with a full review once he receives the new units to test. You could describe the three ELEMNT computers as small, big, and HUGE. Or in Starbucks terms, tall, grande, and TRENTA.
We Tested: CushCore Tire Liners

2 months ago | slowtwitch.com | Ryan Rish

I had two main motivations for wanting to test out CushCore Tire Inserts. First, I’m prepping my winter gravel bike for outdoor riding in Western New York. Fixing a tubeless flat in the winter is no fun, and I like the idea of being able to crawl somewhere warm for the task. Second, the few times I’ve had sudden flats on chunky gravel, the rim took some hits before I could come to a stop. I like the idea of having some protection of the rim.
Gamifying Your Workout Stats on Velocity

2 months ago | slowtwitch.com | Ryan Rish

There have never been more options for creating and importing workouts within and across training platforms. For example, my coach can create and push a workout to me on TrainingPeaks, and I can import and complete the workout on any number of platforms including TrainingPeaks Virtual, Zwift, Wahoo X, Velocity, etc. Some of those platforms provide feedback on “workout fidelity,” meaning the extent to which you met the targeted power and/or cadence for specific workout segments.
Simple is Better: the Upgrade to Virtual Shifting

Jan 10, 2025 | slowtwitch.com | Ryan Rish

Indoor training just got a little more simple in our household with virtual shifting. It’s worth considering if virtual shifting would make your life more simple, too. My wife and I have been sharing an indoor trainer for the better part of a decade. My role in our house is both the family bike mechanic and the remover of barriers to participation in exercise and sports. I never complained about swapping out the cassettes on our Wahoo Kickr(s) over the years.
New Tech: 3DWearable Motion Tracking

Nov 30, 2024 | slowtwitch.com | Ryan Rish

There is no need to convince Slowtwitch readers of the importance of a bike fit and motion efficiency. So, we can skip the preamble in this profile of 3DWearable, a start-up that offers a system that combines motion tracking and analysis with real-time audio feedback. Your bike fitter likely uses a range of metrics to dial in your fit with the goal of making you as efficient (and comfortable) as possible on the bike.
Invest in Cycling Kit with Range

Nov 13, 2024 | slowtwitch.com | Ryan Rish

Tis the season for wide temperature swings. Here in Western New York we have been enjoying a comparably warm and dry fall, which has extended our outdoor riding season. As with other areas in the country, it is increasingly common to have 20-30 degree temperature swings day to day or even during a ride. These temperature swings make selecting cycling kit tricky to find the balance between warmth and breathability.
Tested: Wahoo TRACKR HR Monitor

Jun 25, 2024 | slowtwitch.com | Ryan Rish

Wahoo has launched the start of a new line of accessories branded as TRACKR. An updated heart rate monitor is first on their list; the TRACKR Heart Rate monitor replaces the TICKR chest strap HR monitor. However, the optical TICKR Fit Armband HR monitor will continue to be offered for the foreseeable future. What’s new with the TRACKR HR Monitor? The two main changes are moving away from a coin battery toward a rechargeable unit and claims of increased accuracy.
Tested: Wahoo TRACKR HEART RATE Monitor

Jun 24, 2024 | slowtwitch.com | Ryan Rish

Wahoo has launched the start of a new line of accessories branded as TRACKR. An updated heart rate monitor is first on their list; the TRACKR HEART RATE monitor replaces the TICKR chest strap HR monitor. However, the optical TICKR Fit Armband HR monitor will continue to be offered for the foreseeable future. What’s new with the TRACKR HEART RATE Monitor? The two main changes are moving away from a coin battery toward a rechargeable unit and claims of increased accuracy.
New Wahoo TRACKR HR Monitor

Jun 24, 2024 | slowtwitch.com | Ryan Rish

Wahoo launched the start of a new line of accessories branded as TRACKR. An updated heart rate monitor is first on their list; the TRACKR Heart Rate monitor replaces the TICKR chest strap HR monitor. However, the optical TICKR Fit Armband HR monitor will continue to be offered for the foreseeable future. What’s new with the TRACKR HR Monitor? The two main changes are moving away from a coin battery toward a rechargeable unit and claims of increased accuracy.
Tested: Wahoo TRACKR HEART RATE Monitor

Jun 24, 2024 | slowtwitch.com | Ryan Rish

Wahoo has launched the start of a new line of accessories branded as TRACKR. An updated heart rate monitor is first on their list; the TRACKR HEART RATE monitor replaces the TICKR chest strap HR monitor. However, the optical TICKR Fit Armband HR monitor will continue to be offered for the foreseeable future. What’s new with the TRACKR HEART RATE Monitor? The two main changes are moving away from a coin battery toward a rechargeable unit and claims of increased accuracy.