Great review, straight to the point, no fluff. Thanks.

great review. I have 5 months of cold grey wet / snow weather ahead of me and will go mental if I don't keep my bike fitness going. looks like I will order one (also a profi racer friend of mine recommended one, but that was one line in a text - your video is really helpful to set some realistic expectations and setup tips)

So, I got my Core last week and have used it several times, for relatively short rides on Zwift as I'm just getting back into riding and shape (as well as on in years, alas), so I clearly don't have extensive experience with it. But so far I'm really impressed. As everyone's said it's really smooth and realistic feeling (to the extent that any trainer can be) and makes very little noise (although I can hear a low steady hum-like sound around twice a second but I think I've heard it in videos too so it's probably normal and nothing to worry about). But the drivetrain is by far the noisiest thing I hear (but quieter after I thoroughly cleaned and relubed it). I'm trying to gradually push myself harder but it's not easy, yet not longer after each ride I find myself looking forward to and eagerly anticipating my next ride. That I didn't expect. I also didn't expect the Zwift background music to be so monotonous, so I'll have to start riding with headphones (hopefully I won't cause massive Bluetooth overload). Finally, regarding the issue you had with the 130/135mm adapter not screwing in and falling out when you try to connect your bike to the Core, there's a very simple fix for that. Install the quick release skewer first, as would be the case on a bike, into this adapter as well as the drive side adapter, then connect the bike. The skewer keeps the adapters in place, problem solved. Thanks again for all the tips and observations.

Great review, I am new to your channel and am absolutely appreciating your content, extremely well done!! I am still on an old wheel-on smart trainer (Saris Magnus). I almost bought a new earlier this indoor season when Wahoo was doing some blowout sales, but held-off on the purchase (spent the $ on bike upgrades instead). I will absolutely get a new trainer for the winter season next year. Right now my debate is between the Kickr Core and the new Zwift trainer. I believe that the Kickr is probably a better until overall, but the Zwift device is definitely interesting. I will be looking for more long-term review on the Zwift device before next Winter and will also follow their updates (firmware, etc.) to see any advancement. Currently I am a Wahoo X user (long-time Sufferfest user), however, I am contemplating a switch to Zwift for next year...we shall see!

great review with clear rational opinions!

Great video thank you!

Excellent review there feller :)

thanks for this matey!

Excellent content!

Great review

Great review, thank you.

Coming from a Tacx Bushido which I used for the last 6,5 years I only can say that the Core is bloody fantastic. Dead silent, no more slipping on gradients above 8%, so much better in SIM mode, power spot on with my Powertap C1, small, pretty and stable as a rock. 7 Years ago these direct drives were just too expensive, now they have the same price tag as the wheel-ons then. The transportation of the Bushido or other wheel-on for that matter is of course much easier. So the Bushido has still a function. BTW Good down to earth review, but the title was a bit to red flaggy for me.

Great video. Super informative 👌

Great review - thanks

You can't get power from each legs from this unit simply because, unlike with power meter pedals, the power is measured at the output flywheel. Basically the unit is measuring how much power it is using to brake you. So by definition, it will be the total power of both legs averaged.

Had my core to replace my taxc flux .. pretty pleased with it compared to the flux , loads better without constant noise rubbing the out plastic cover. I always use my stages for the power data n racing it’s more accurate.. can be -10-20watts difference ..which is a lot especially when racing.. plus side… it good in erg mode when doing intervals holds the correct wattage within 3-5 watts brilliantly consistent 🤙🤙

No Way , i bought the V5 2 years ago , ok it’s not the same mode but I don’t think there’s so many differences. 2 years used in the worsts conditions and with brutal power with 10.000 km and it’s always perfect.

I was have a lot of problem with the core. 1.Low watts, 2. weird noise, 3. little cut on the belt after 1 week of use, so sent it back, and bought the Neo2t. I was rode 600km and a lot of climbing with the neo with it in 1 week, and I'm so happy with that, no issues, silent, and accurate! 😊

I’m on my 3rd unit in 4 years, all replaced FOC by wahoo excellent service! The latest one I’ve had has been updated so the legs do snap into position when fully extended

Good content altough i have the zwift hub.

Nice thing about rim brake bikes is you can just put the skewer in to hold the adapter in place before trying to drop the rear dropouts on. ;) Washer is just flat now. Space between the bolts on the 2 bars is different so you can only put them the right way round (I know because I put the long one on the back at first and the 2nd bolt couldn’t go through!)

When you go info a descent of a real track simulation what do you feel? Thanks

good job

Hello, I would like to know does the kickr core fit the Shimano 12 speed cassette ?

I’ve had my core 3 years now but one issue (with the core’s flywheel) after a year of usage caused the trainer to be replaced so contacted Wahoo and they sent me a refurbished core rather than a brand new one. Don’t know if this was due to cheap replacement or customer service - as a few friends had replacements of brand new trainer whereas I get a refurbished one 🤔🤔🤔. But on the positive I’ve had the replacement last longer (2 years more) than my original model which is even better - what am I going to do when it comes to this model breaking 🤞🏻🤞🏻.

Hi, great explanation and this is great timing as were looking at the core or v5. We mtb and want to put a 29er on it.. im pretty sure the wheel size works but we have a 12 sp cassette. Will that work on the wahoo ?

can the kickr core be used with a mountain bike with a 27.5in wheels and can it be used without using paid subscriptions based apps?

Love my kickr core. But I had to replace the flywheel bearings after 3 years and 9000km. There was corrosion on the flywheel axle where the right bearing is running. Did clean the axle used 1200 sandpaper to remove the surface damage on the axle and used Loctite 641 retaining compound for the right bearing to ‚glue‘ it to the flywheel axle. That bearing replacement was possible with bike shop tools. According to some users the tacx neo T2 needs manufactur specific tool to replace.

if you want a super realistic feel, you can always go for a ride--A brilliant line

Good vid. I've had mine for a week or two and no matter what I do, I can't get the drivetrain to run smooth. This is using a 1.85mm spacer like I would when out on the road with my 9-speed cassette. I've also used the 1.8mm one that came with the trainer but no good. Limit screws and cable tension have both been tweaked. At the point now where I think I'll just have to put up with it 😕

So does it only measure power from one leg or something

Newbie question on single leg power: can’t you do a test ride on a single leg to check each legs power? Also a decent drill for smooth leg revolutions IMO.

Sublime Video! Is it recommended to buy a cheap Roadbike Just to use it for Indoor kickr core Setup?

Thought I share. I been using Kikr generation 14. Got back in 2015. Been using the same cassette since I bought it. Have over 10-15k miles on that one cassette. I change my chains quite often. My cadence is 85-95 RPM on avg. I ride mostly outside, but I have certainly pushed this trainer. I been cycling for 15+ years. My ftp hovers between 320-370sh yearly as I ride year round. My freewheel is good for me. The power is still relatively accurate to my quarq power meter + or - 10 watts. Adjusting to grades from zwift seems okay. I never was a fan of that. I always just switch to standard mode which is same grade all the time. I also have about 1000 miles of experience with GTA cycling mod with my Kikr. The grade simulation in that game can be quite absurd. However it worked for the most part. Most of my time spent on trainer is on standard mode and doing intervals when the weather is crap outside.

I imagine the cassette is not aligned to the same way as the shifter cassette on bike. Therefore, bike shifter adjustments are required every time using the Kicker Core. I tried out the Kickr snap which doesn't require shifter adjustments. However, after riding the Kickr snap I realize I get the RPMs up and coast too often. I hear I can make adjustments on the Kicker App, but resistance adjustments occur all the time. Who wants to keep opening the app to make these small adjustments? An exercise bike has a lever centered on the handlebar stem for resistance adjustments. I know you mentioned there is "mainly good" with this bike trainer. However, there was a lot of bad design built in with this specific bike trainer (such as a the axle mount nut for disc and regular brakes), and disadvantages to bike trainers compared to exercise bikes in general. I think I will go with an exercise bike instead. Perhaps someday I will visit Watopia. But not until the technology for bike trainers are better. Thanks for posting this comprehensive review! I appreciate the detail you covered.

Newbie cyclist here. So I have bought a 2nd hand kickr v 5 and took it to the bikeshop to change the cassette to the one from my back wheel being a 10 speed as the one on the unit was 11 speed. I have managed to put the bike on the trainer. So what next. I am not good with technology and my phone is not compatible with the wahoo fitness app so do I need a new phone or can I go straight to zwift as my phone pairs with zwift, or can I go direct to my PC. Very confused as to how to use it?

Running a kicker snap and the unit gets noisy when it's warmed up and makes a click on gradients over 8%due to its lack of cooling, if I want to do alp du zwift I need to run a cooling fan at the flywheel all the time , it's put me off wahoo trainers,

the new spacers are completely flat so they must have changed it, got my kikr core a few weeks ago and the spacer is 100% flat and seems to work fine with my 9spd.

How can the smart trainer know how much power you produce with your right and left leg? It can find out the cadence by analysing the pulses in power, but how can it reliably know if it's your right leg or the left one making that pulse? That side remark about the single-sided power meters being cheaper is way off the mark: hub-based power meters don't measure L/R balance either.

2 years in, circa 3k and no issues what so ever.

Hello, I have a question. Do I need the additional cadence sensor for the Wahoo KICKR Core Smart Trainer? or does the KICKR Core also measure the cadence with the additional sensor. Request for Info. Thanks! Best Greetings from Austria

I did 150000 kilometers or 97530 miles on Zwift with my kickr 2017. it is still like new.

hi Jourdain, what was that device you have that your ant+ plugs into for your Mac? (around 4.40min)

For the calibration : Do you calibrate with the Wahoo App OR with the App of the "soft" (zwift, Rouvy, rgt,...) ? What is the best ?

What was the complete cost for the whole system? Thanks for the video!

Why would you put your bike on the trainer before you have the quick release axle on it. That way the adapters won't fall out. Thanks for the review I've been thinking of getting a Core or saving for a Neo.

Considering getting one and i have a question, if im using different cassettes on my bike and trainer(different as in teeth count, but same number of cogs), do i need to calibrate/adjust the derailleur before each ride/swap? My bike has campagnolo cassette(which needs adapter for the kickr), would i be fine if i just buy a second shimano cassette that i would just leave on the trainer at all times?

British accents always add authenticity and credibility.

Use hairspray or hair get on the metal before putting the caps

Ty do you think its better then the zwift one anyone know????

Me gusta mucho xk no es tan aburrido como una bici estatica

Out of the box mine will not do a spin down. Sending it back.

Given that this is a wheel-off trainer so neither rim nor disc brakes are relevant to its use, is the purpose of the dual-sided hub adapter to let you use either 130 & 135mm spaced dropouts? My bike's 20 years old and has rim brakes and I've never had disc brakes and haven't really kept up with evolving technology so I'm assuming that 135mm is the standard for rim brake-equipped road bikes? Or is it something else?

0:14 that’s France lol

Are you sure the Neo flywheel is 125kg?

I’d like to just have the kickr bike but that is just too doggone pricey

Core is great until it fails and Wahoo can’t fix it. Just buy the full KIKR and you won’t be disappointed. Wish I had a picture of my Core from when I had to throw it in the garbage.

Bad title for this video. It seems to imply that there is something critically bad with the Kickr Core. My son and I have the pricer kicker for three years without any problems. Great equipment, great company.

get the Kickr V6 and stop the bullshit !!!!

This guy makes some pretty ridiculous points! 1-which feet go front or back, 🤦‍♂️ unless you try to mount your bike backwards this will be obvious! 2-the flip-flop disc or rim brake adapter should be screwed in, again🤦‍♂️, put the darn QR on brainiac! We need go no further than 1:35 of this (😂) review! 👎

thanks man!

Do all apps work with the kickr? Tacx, zwift?