Wahoo started with a dongle. Founder and current CEO, Chip Hawkins, wanted to use his phone as a cycling computer, but he couldn’t pair any ANT+ sensors to the device, so being an engineer, he made one.
The American brand, based out of Atlanta, Georgia, has come a long way since then, with Wahoo now producing a range of smart turbo trainers, GPS cycling computers, dual-band ANT+ and Bluetooth sensors and even an indoor bike.
The brand has also acquired indoor cycling app brands and pedal manufacturer Speedplay, launching its own Speedplay-compatible power meter pedals. Its Wahoo X software platform gives you trainer games via Wahoo RGT as well as structured training from its acquisition of The Sufferfest, rebranded as Wahoo Systm.
Wahoo’s success is evident by the brand’s frequent inclusion in our buyer’s guides, our roundup of the best cycling computers featuring the Elemnt Roam, and the Elemnt Bolt, both of which have had significant upgrades since their launch, and the Elemnt Rival smartwatch.
Our guide to the best smart trainers also features two of Wahoo’s trainers. The Kickr Snap made the cut for our ‘wheel-on’ smart trainers, and we recommend the Kickr Core direct-drive trainer based on its competitive price and feature-heavy spec.
Once you’ve decided which of Wahoo’s wares you fancy, be sure to take a look at our roundup of the best Wahoo deals, and if you’re in the market for a turbo trainer, don’t forget to check out our roundup of turbo trainer deals.
Wahoo range explained
We’ll start off with the trainers with which Wahoo made its name, then move on to its Elemnt cycling computers. We’ll cover Speedplay next, then round up with Wahoo’s range of sensors and a brief overview of the Wahoo X training environment.
Wahoo smart trainers
The Wahoo Kickr has arguably become the gold standard in indoor training with its controlled resistance and realistic ride feel. Equipped with ANT+, ANT+ FE-C, Bluetooth and new WiFi connectivity, the Kickr can talk to your smartphone, GPS computer, external sensors and the whole world via the internet simultaneously, making indoor sessions and simulated outdoor workouts (uploaded to your head unit) trouble-free.
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