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Wahoo Fitness KICKR Core - The essential indoor training experience.
Using proven flywheel technology and advanced algorithms, the KICKR Core delivers the realistic, accurate and quiet indoor training you expect from Wahoo. The KICKR Core indoor trainer is built tough enough to withstand all your indoor workouts, and no other brand of smart trainer offers more apps and software training options, including Zwift and Trainer Road.
Designed to last
Made of sturdy steel, KICKR Core stays in place as you crank out the wattage, and the trainer holds up despite years of use.
Intelligent Resistance
Set your resistance or power threshold via your choice of smartphone app or computer software for the most efficient workout possible.
Power, Speed & Distance
KICKR Core provides these important cycling metrics for your indoor ride.
Get the most out of your KICKR Core training experience
Virtual Training
Ride KICKR Core on virtual routes and geo-synced videos for the most intense indoor training experience.
Structured Workouts
KICKR Core delivers the accuracy and responsiveness needed to tackle the most challenging strength training workouts.
ELEMNT GPS Bike Computer
The ELEMNT GPS bike computer directly controls KICKR Core in multiple modes, including re-running outdoor routes, importing scheduled workouts, or setting target wattage.
Features of the Wahoo Fitness KICKR Core - Direct Drive Cycletrainer
- Compatible with KICKR Climb - indoor mountain simulator
- Compatible with KICKR Headwind - Smart Fan
- The KICKR Core is compatible with 12x142 and 12x148 thru axles, in addition to the standard 130/135mm quick release.
- +/- 2% Power Accuracy - Improved power accuracy to provide accurate power measurement and generate up to 1800W.
- 16% maximum degree
- LED indicator lights - visual confirmation that KICKR is powered, connected and transmitting via Bluetooth and/or ANT+.
- ANT+, ANT+ FE-C and Bluetooth connectivity - ANT+ and Bluetooth features allow simultaneous and separate connection to smartphones and GPS devices, respectively. An ANT+ FE-C connector allows control of the KICKR Core from any FE-C enabled device or application.
- Professional durability - rugged steel construction ensures the KICKR Core stays put, and holds up during years of heavy use.
- Controlled resistance - when connected to your device, the resistance is automatically adjusted through your favorite app or software.
- Realistic ride feel - the KICKR Core flywheel is an innovative and proven technology that mimics the power and inertia of riding outdoors. It provides the most realistic riding experience, especially when using virtual bike/training platforms like Zwift and Trainer Road.
- Measures speed, distance and power - get all the key cycling metrics from your indoor ride.
- Compatibility with third-party apps - works with popular training apps like Zwift and TrainerRoad.
- Support for third-party power meters.
Technical specifications of the Wahoo Fitness KICKR Core
- Dimensions (legs open - LxWxH): 50.8 cm x 58.4 cm x 48.2 cm
- Dimensions (legs folded - LxWxH): 22.8 cm x 58.4 cm x 53.3 cm
- Back wheel size:
Road bike: 24", 650c, 700c
MTB: 24", 26", 650b, 29"
- Compatible hub types: 130/135 quick release and 12x142, 12x148 thru axles (includes adapters and spacers)
- Drive: cassette not included. Requires purchase/installation of a cassette: 8/9/10/11-speed SRAM/Shimano.
- Front wheel support: not included
- Resistor type: Electromagnetic
- Wireless software updates
- Connectivity: Bluetooth, ANT+, ANT+ FE-C protocol (Fitness Equipment Control).
- Compatible devices: iOS, Android, Windows, PC (Mac and Windows)
- Maximum user weight: 113.5 kg
- Power requirements: 100-240 V~1.5A 50-60 Hz
- Maximum simulated degree: 16%.
- Maximum output power: 1800 W
Wahoo Fitness KICKR Core - included:
- KICKR Core Smart Bike Trainer
- Rear leg
- Front Leg
- Nuts (x4)
- Screws (x4)
- Hex Key
- 1.8 mm spacer
- Drive side adapter for 130 mm and 135 mm quick release skewers
- Reversible hub spacer for 130 mm and 135 mm quick release skewers
- Drive side adapter for 12x142 and 12x148 thru axle
- Reversible hub spacer for thru axle
- AC adapter
- Quick release skewer
Optional accessories for the Wahoo Fitness KICKR Core
- KICKR Climb - indoor mountain simulator
- KICKR Desk - Desk for roller trainer
- KICKR Headwind - Smart fan
- KICKR Mat - Exercise mat
- TICKR Heart Rate Sensors
Notice:
The free Wahoo app only supports Bluetooth connectivity and is not included in this offer.
Package contents: Wahoo Fitness KICKR Core Smart Bike Trainer
Power adapter
Quick release
Adapter & spacer for thru axles