Any advice would,be,appreciated as this is my first trainer. Check out this article for more information on the fec standard. Nov 19, 2017 bkool simulator offers real video routes, 3d routes, or just follow along on a map. To create the most inclusive, accessible indoor cycling experience, our technology is compatible with the most popular smart. The bkool software aka simulator cleverly alters the resistance of the trainer when riding, so whether doing the power based workouts or the climbs, it gives a very realistic effect of having to work hard which is exactly what i need for my coast to coast ride. Use automatic resistance control erg mode to precisely hit your targets every time, or switch trainer modes on the fly to emulate a standard trainer. Top six cycling apps to replace zwift smart bike trainers. When you have the simulator working it will tell you the steps to follow in order to upgrade the software. Oct 31, 2019 bkools smart air lite may be the more affordable version of the flagship smart air directdrive trainer. Smart trainers work with trainerroad to constantly adjust resistance, so you are always hitting your power targets.
This video shows how to download, install, and run the bkool simulator software. You dont need to use both, so you could use this turbo with other third party online training platforms such as zwift, and equally you could use the bkool software with a competitor turbo trainer with a controllable resistance unit or without. Cycling simulator virtual cycling for turbo trainers bkool. Well assume youre ok with this, but you can optout if you wish. Videos you watch may be added to the tvs watch history and influence tv recommendations. Cycleops is not upgrading their legacy trainers with the fec protocol. The bkool trainer includes a simulator with advanced software that will let you, for example, select from routes of all over the world or hundreds of videos and ride with your friends from home.
It requires at least 6 gb of ram to experience 3d routes longer than 50 km. If youre not registered, you can do so on our website or from the simulator by filling out the form. Here im focusing on the hardware, but also talking a bit about the simulator software that goes. Riders can choose from 3d routes, video routes, map routes, exercise classes, custom workouts, and even velodrome races like pursuits, miss and outs, and even the keirin. Essentially, the core functionality difference between silver and gold is the ability to use real videos. Bkool does not guarantee that its trainers will be compatible with simulators or software for controlling its resistance unit that have not been developed by bkool.
The bkool simulator is the most complete indoor cycling software available. An fecenabled trainer allows for trainerroad to control your trainer in accordance with a workouts profile. And just in case youre wondering, you dont have to have a bkool smart trainer to use the bkool simulator. Boasting reduced noise levels, the redesigned fan cover proves to be quieter than its predecessor, meaning you can train any hour of the day without disrupting. Hi yes ive got the bkool pro 2, i chose it for the cost, got a great deal here in the uk, its a weight bearing trainer, more geared for sitting down, i use trainer road and zwift both connect ok, software is ok although when on a hill you know about it, i find quiet as well, another reason i bought a wheel on trainer is ive 2 bikes, 1. Indoor cycling without limits experience a new way to train indoors. You will need to use bluetooth to connect to the ipad zwift app. The latest update has some highly requested features which will please many of you. Using a smart trainer with the sufferfest in order for your smart trainer to be compatible with the sufferfest training system, it has to use one of the above communication protocols. These days, a trainer without a simulator is a thing of the past. Jul 29, 2019 the bkool trainer includes a simulator with advanced software that will let you, for example, select from routes of all over the world or hundreds of videos and ride with your friends from home. But when weather, work and the rest of your life rules that out, riding inside. It has been made lighter for when you need to move it around the house and you can still ramp it up to 1,200 watts.
Many do provide a free trial so if youre not sure which one is right for you, our. Flanders classics by bkool is a virtual competition that will let you race these classic events on your own schedule, without leaving your house. I am not sure what i,am doing wrong and ive had eful help from bkool,so i am paying for the software and trainer which dont work together. Pedal, train and compete with your bicycle turbo trainer in thousands of cycling routes all over the world. Bkool smart pro trainer not recognized by trainerroad sw but by. Its not all about indoor bike enabled socialising either there are solo.
Bkool exits trainer hardware business, shifts focus to. Experience the iconic cycling locations and events without travelling passo dello stelvio, alpe dhuez, kona and infinite number of others. It is like my smart trainer got black listed from the trainerrroad software as it does not work on my pc but also my android tabletcellphone. Jan 02, 2017 in my search for a smart trainer, i strongly considered the bkool smart pro but ultimately settled on the wahoo kickr snap when i read that the smart pro was a little easier to tip over though i have read the newer version solves that issue. Did a little experimenting and found that u can use bkool on zwift. Bkool trainers can also be controlled via bluetooth, but bkool uses their own secret, proprietary bluetooth protocol to accomplish this, with the result that their trainers currently only work via bluetooth with bkool s own simulator software. If you check the remember me option, the next time you go into the simulator you can just. Two types of training available for indoor sessions. Jon mayfield, game master at zwifthq, made it clear where zwift stands on this in a recent facebook. You dont need to use both together, you could use this trainer with another third party online training platforms such as zwift or trainerroad after updating the firmware, and equally, you could use the bkool software with a.
Top 10 free and paid indoor cycling apps for 2019 smart. Control your bkool trainer from your phone using bluetooth, without having an internet connection. The bkool experience is tailored to you, with technology that adapts to your ability. You will also have access to a workout library, instructorled workouts, velodrome, multiplayer, and leagues. You can also upload your own gpx file with or without a video to create your own route in 3d. We give you the run down on the big players, and the alternatives. If playback doesnt begin shortly, try restarting your device. Bkool is marketing their smart pro trainer with their new bkool simulator which is basically a cycling app. Unlike most trainer platforms, bkool doesnt charge upfront for the trainer software, or videos or courses. Tacx, saris or wahoo, but to develop our simulator so that everyone can. I got tired of their issues so i switched to using zwift. Nov 30, 2017 this video will guide you through downloading a gpx file and using it to create a real 3d course using the bkool simulator.
Jun 11, 2016 you dont need to use both, so you could use this turbo with other third party online training platforms such as zwift, and equally you could use the bkool software with a competitor turbo trainer with a controllable resistance unit or without. We spent some time checking out bkool system to see if it livened up our biweekly turbo sessions. How to create and ride real courses using the bkool. Choosing the right indoor cycling app trainingpeaks. Then, the hardware just stopped transmitting, even to the bkool app.
But if youre hoping to enjoy riding the virtual routes with the bike or use other software like zwift, then a smart turbo trainer is going to suit you better. Going forward, zycle will actually assume not just the trainer. Bkool trainers can also be controlled via bluetooth, but bkool uses their own secret, proprietary bluetooth protocol to accomplish this, with the result that their trainers currently only work via bluetooth with bkools own simulator software. Whether youre a pro or its your first time, you can enjoy your training, knowing youre getting results. The new bkool has extendable legs providing an extremely stable ride, and it is also much quieter in operation than the previous model. I like the idea of a stationary bike its quieter, i wont have to mountunmount my bike and the trainer wheel, and my wife could use it. So, if you are a zwift, trainer road, sufferfest and more user, the smart pro 2 will still work for you. Bkool cycling simulator indoor cycling without limits. Neither bkool trainer model the pro or the classic ships with fec functionality. An android app is available for free but if you wish to use an ios you will need a wahoo dongle for use. You can use your device with an indoor trainer to simulate resistance while following a course, activity, or workout.
But bkools current manufacturing partner has run into some financial challenges of. Before riding his first session on a bkool trainer, the user must download the bkool indoor simulator available in the downloads area of bkool. With millions of routes already uploaded the possibilities are unlimited, allowing you to focus on what really matters, pushing yourself to the limit. Their new trainer, new training platform, and a few. If you want power, distance and speed in bkool, you need a trainer as well. Will this thing work with tr, or is it locked to only work with bkool software. I have purchased a bkool smart pro trainer and have used the bkool simulator. Weekendwarriormag bkool cycling simulator edges out zwift. This website uses cookies to improve your experience. Before riding his first session on a bkool trainer, the user must download the bkool indoor simulator available in the downloads area of. This category includes stationary bikes, indoor cycling bikes and trainers with no electronic control.
This video will guide you through downloading a gpx file and using it to create a real 3d course using the bkool simulator. To run the simulator, you need an internet connection and the email and. I was trying to use bkool because i wanted some real life video to go along with my training. Aug 29, 2014 ive set up my 2015 trainer and signed up my software on bkool site but my pc states that the trainer is not detected. The loft has been the chosen work out area for the last few nights. While using an indoor trainer, gps is turned off automatically. Nov 05, 2019 i have been a bkool user for the early days, ive enjoyed useing it, no more 6 winter riding for mebut the last software up date had ruined the trainer, there s lot of people trainers are ruined and not working correctlymines stuck on 146 rpm wont go any higherhit a 5% climb speed drops to 4mphwild top speeds wattage inaccurate.
Create your own virtual routes and upload them to our simulator. Aug 07, 2018 but if youre hoping to enjoy riding the virtual routes with the bike or use other software like zwift, then a smart turbo trainer is going to suit you better. Met het rijden van duizenden video of 3d routes wordt het thuis fietsen een ware beleving. To improve your user experience bkool continuously updates its trainer and simulator software. Train on the realistic race profiles of your next race to gain a competitive advantage. Why your bkool pro wont work on zwift ios and what to do. All seemed to just work without any fuss, did a quick test ride with zwift and it. Bkool bicycle trainers and rollers for sale in stock ebay. Rouvy is an excellent choice for those that want to optimize their time training. To open the simulator, you have to have an internet connection and enter the email and password you used to register at.
Bkool smart pro 2 turbo trainer making every workout count, bkool s smart pro 2 turbo trainer offers top of the line technology so you can glean more from your home training sessions. Bkool turbo trainer velodrome simulator has been updated and includes software that gives an even more refined experience. How much does zwift and the bkool simulator software cost. Your experience will be very similar to that with the bkool trainer.
In the bkool software, heart rate and cadence will work without the trainer, if you have the appropriate sensors on yourself and the bike as i found out today when i forgot to turn on the power supply to the trainer. We always listen to your requests and would like to thank you for giving us the heads up. Jan 09, 2016 i havent seen any videos on youtube with bkool smart trainer being used on zwift 3d virtual reality. For a fully immersive experience, our simulator is compatible with other brands of smart trainers. I have been a bkool user for the early days, ive enjoyed useing it, no more 6 winter riding for mebut the last software up date had ruined the trainer, there s lot of people trainers are ruined and not working correctlymines stuck on 146 rpm wont go any higherhit a 5% climb speed drops to 4mphwild top speeds wattage inaccurate. After alot of back and forth, i got it work for several months. Select the power objective and the trainer will change the resistance to automatically maintain the power level.
Bkool cant control their resistance, which is why we call them noncontrollable devices. That does start to make things a bit tricky compared to cheaper fec options for the tacx bushido smart and the elite lowerend trainers that have fec at the 390 pricing. Zwift and bkool are both online systems that work with a turbo trainer and wireless speed cadence power sensors to let you ride a variety of courses and compete against other cyclists in the style of a massively multiplayer online game mmorg. Bkool exits trainer hardware business, shifts focus to training. Bkool simulator offers real video routes, 3d routes, or just follow along on a map.