ActiveCyclingGarmin launches new Tacx NEO Bike Plus smart exercise bikeIt offers a more realistic road feel, simulated gradients and enhanced virtual shiftingWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
ActiveCyclingGarmin launches new Tacx NEO Bike Plus smart exercise bikeIt offers a more realistic road feel, simulated gradients and enhanced virtual shiftingWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
It offers a more realistic road feel, simulated gradients and enhanced virtual shifting
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
(Image credit: Garmin)
(Image credit: Garmin)
As the weather gets cold, people will move their cycling efforts indoors very soon, so it’s no surprise thatGarminannounced its new smart exercise bike, the Tacx NEO Bike Plus, exactly now. Impeccable timing, Garmin! An update to the Tacx NEO Bike Smart Trainer, the new Tacx NEO Bike Plus is said to have a realistic road feel, offer simulated gradients and enhanced virtual shifting.
“With accurate performance metrics, a customisable design and access to hundreds of training films from around the world with the Tacx Training app, the Tacx NEO Bike Plus is here to help you ride epic routes, climb those gruelling ascents and get your miles in year-round – all from your own home”, said Dan Bartel, Garmin vice president of global consumer sales.
The Tacx NEO Bike Plus, which is essentially a lovechild of thebest turbo trainersandbest exercise bikes, can mimic the feel of jumping into a different gear with the tap of a finger thanks to redesigned programmable shifters for SHIMANO, SRAM or Campagnolo. The updated frame allows you to feel different surfaces, like cobblestones and gravel when paired with the Tacx Training app or compatible 3rd party apps.
Providing accurate power measurement within 1%, the Tacx NEO Bike Plus is one of the most silent indoor bikes available, all the while being able to produce up to 2,200 watts of power. It can also realistically simulate inclines up to a 25% gradient and features a 4.5-inch integrated display and two USB chargers. Available soon in select locations, the Tacx NEO Bike Plus has a suggested retail price of $4,100/£3,500/AU$6,100. To learn more about the Tacx NEO Bike Plus, visitGarmin US,Garmin UKorGarmin AUtoday.
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