Great job!!! Have been on the fence about which trainer to get, specifically just for winter/super bad weather training for Zwift. Have an old mag trainer that does ok...not "smart" but still ok...so was looking at this and then the next level up for direct trainers. This helped alot...thanks man!

I’ve been using it for a while now and love it. Simple and easy to use.

Just the video I needed as I'm looking at home trainers but I can't afford a high end right now. Also, Taren, thank you for all your amazing content. I'm just starting out in triathlon and I've been binge watching your channel over the past week. You've really given me so much great information and increased my confidence in getting into the sport.

I am a runner, but enjoy riding aswell, I have had one of these since late 2018, I haven’t tried anything else, but it does everything I want

Good review TT. Kim- thanks for filming. Nice work on your video skills. ✌️🇨🇦✌️

Hey there! Just stumbled upon your video about bike trainers, and I must say, your content is amazing. It's great to see someone so passionate about helping us improve our indoor cycling experience. The way you explain the different features and benefits is really insightful and informative. Speaking of innovative products, I recently came across a crowdfunding project for the freebeat Morph 2-in-1 e-Bike. It's truly a game-changer! The fact that it can be charged indoors, thanks to its dual modes, is simply mind-blowing. The brushless 750W motor and the 80Nm torque seem to provide an exhilarating ride. And those puncture-resistant fat tires and IPX5 Waterproof finish? Genius! Can't wait to see more about this e-Bike, and I hope you'll share your thoughts on it soon too. Keep up the amazing work!

Thank you for a providing all the information that I needed.

Bought this trainer a couple of weeks ago, waiting for it to arrive this week. So excited. First time on zwift.

Ooh! Thank you for doing this video. I have been feeling left out of the quarantine ZWIFT rides but can't justify a Wahoo set-up. Partially financial and partially just new to triathlon. Currently using an old-school mag trainer but would love to upgrade ahead of the winter. Maybe I'll be able to ride with all of the cool kids.

I have used this trainer for over a year, I find it great with all training software. It is entry level and I bet the direct drive expensive ones feel amazing. However, triathlon can be an expensive sport as it is so, this is great bang for buck. I take mine away with me on business and ride in hotel rooms. 🤣🤣 as long as you chainset is clean the noise ain't to bad!!

Agree with your review. I just bought this trainer to replace my fluid trainer and this was a nice upgrade. It allows me to use Zwift and interact with game. For the training sessions, the Candace was way off, especially when it requires the rider to pedal fast at a low power range. That did not work me. Zwift would tell me to pedal faster which led to more power and Zwift telling me to use less power. Luckily I had a Candace sensor on my bike that I used with the fluid trainer. Using the stand alone sensor fixed my problem. I think if you are a fast rider, I would get a more expensive trainer...but if you are slow this trainer will work.

I'm trying to get back into racing after a couple of years off due to family time. I've had one of these bad boys for a while and to be fair it does what it needs to a reasonable extent. It's not perfect, but you'll get sweaty and a good blow on so ticks the boxes for fitness maintenance and improvement.

Pretty much bang on, I have the vortex, it's great for riding but not so good for racing. ehhh it does the job 😊

I got mine last week and I damn love it

I own the smart flow for more than one year and it's indeed a good buy for starter. The only tip I can give is to combine the smart flow with a power meter, so you can have a better power accurancy. Regarding the max 6% incline, that not really an issue, since Zwift's default trainer difficulty is set to 50%. I'm happy with it and will buy it again if I need to replace it.

Had this trainer now for two years. There is a known problem with the aluminium tube coming slightly adrift from the plastic core which rotates against the rear wheel. Super glue sorts it! Also, regarding power accuracy. In the end it doesn't matter as as long as you only compare your power data across this machine and do not include other power sources from crank or pedals then it's RELATIVE. You will see genuine improvement as you become fitter. I love my ' cheap' tacx trainer.

9:04 the front wheel chock/cradle has little recessed holes that lock in between the trainer's axle "clamps"...it becomes a handle. I bought this second hand for $200. It broke and Garmin replaced the power unit, free of charge. Their customer care is superb and my rep was down to earth. Best bang for your buck.

I cannot tell you the frustration I have had with this device! After borrowing one, we both tried it with Zwift, disconnections, Bluetooth issues! My god, it’s destroyed my motivation for indoor training this last month....thankfully wahoo is back in stock and the Kickr is en route! Great review though Taren! Totally agree, decent but not quite great

Great review Taren! I have used a Tacx Vortex trainer since day 1 and it has been completely adequate for my needs as a "middle of the pack age grouper" (well, depends on the "pack" :) ) In terms of wattage, I find that it is generally more "generous" compared to what my PowerTap P1's gives me. Did you find that to be the case with the Flow?

I am looking to buy my first trainer and this really helped

I am still using an antiquated Tacx Fortius with Stages power meter, not controllable but the power output is accurate which is probably the most important parameter for Zwift races.

I've been using this since late 2018 - it isn't perfect, but it is amazing value for the money :D

Taren did you feel an issue with the stability? I have similar trainer and most of the time I am struggling because the bike is moving a lot or even some time it’s really difficult to but the bike straight and not tilt on a side.

Awesome review! Is this compatible with disc brakes?

Have you compared this to the Kickr Snap? According to Wahoo, the Snap can simulate up to 12% gradient and goes to 1200w. I'd be interested to hear/see your impressions of that unit versus this one.

Got this trainer at sale for 150 euro and I can declare 100 of that with my employer. So this trainer costs me only 50 euro and that is a very good value for money I assume. Should arrive this week!!

Thank you so much I order mine’s today for 300 bucks I’m new at indoor training so this is perfect for me❤️😍😜

My kinetic fluid trainer over heats so I stick a fan on it. My cadence & speed sensors work alright. I'm just no getting a high accuracy or that smart road feel. This looks pretty cool for the $$ though. Is it really worth dumping $400 over what I'm currently using? I ride Zwift all winter.

Can you do one of this videos on treadmills?

I wish you have talk about, if it is better to have a separate wheel with blue Tacx tire in order to train. I am new at this and I bought this trainer, but some people are telling me that this type of trainer can hurt the tire and wheel. Any recommendation?

Air five to all the other trainiacs that spotted this trainer in recent videos!

What is your recommendations on a trainer to do a ftp test on? I’ve hired a coach and he wants the data. I’m thinking to get the Wahoo Kickr but not thrilled on the price 😵

Did I need to buy some other sensors? Or I can use this trainer, my bike (without any Garmin computer). Pay Zwift and Race?

just a question cuz im considering getting an indoor trainer this year. Is it necessary to use a trainer specific tyre? I have normal road bike slick tyres and not sure if its ok to just put that on the trainer

Can I just use the Bluetooth on my tablet/phone to connect to the trainer??

Finally, something my wife may approve. I am so tired of my spotty Speed and Cadence sensors on my bike and honestly I will never be a die hard rider but would like a bit more accuracy than what I'm getting now. Appreciate your review.

I have never seen much over 600 watts on my Garmin 830, so 800 watts on my indoor trainer will be fine while I'm getting stronger. I've seen my Flow register 11% gradient in Zwift. If it will only go to 6% gradient, how is mine showing (and feeling like) 11%? By that I mean 11% on the screen definitely feels harder than 6% on the screen. Has there been a firmware update since this review? I got my Flow in May 2022.

Love the gloves!

Prefer the Wahoo Kickr Snap. Granted, tad more, but worth it. 1200Watts, larger fly wheel for nice inertia ride feel, 12% grade. 3% accuracy.

whats the most comfortable saddle for indoor training?

Do you know where get one in Winnipeg? Can I buy this one off of you when your done!? Lol

How you manage the heat from roller? Was the tyre melting or not?

Is this good for wight loss?

how loud it is? couldn't hear with the music

Stick with a budget trainer with speed sensor and save your pennies until you can afford a direct mount trainer.

The FLOW is actually $700 CAD Forget about the Zwift App, comparing this model to the Tacx Blue Matic; Whats the difference? Besides prices..

i don't know about you guys, but i could not take my eyes off the ROKA wetsuits hanging on the squat rack....

The sound tho

I own one of these....did my first half ironman training with this. It was good for a start, but I dont like it.... throughout its lifespan, I always been fiddling with it. So much so that the thought of it makes me not wanna get on the bike. So..... il add it does work, its a budget trainer.... but its too fiddly for me - I cant stand it anymore

the real question is how expensive is that tri bike. looks at least like 10 grand

Just get a Zwift Hub nowadays.

Had this trainer for about 6 month and its total pants! It keeps losing connection to any device I connect to it. Save your coin guys and buy something else..

For beginners the Flow is perfect. If your FTP is in the range of 280W+ this thing will overheat after 30 to 40 minutes of riding. Would not recommend this trainer for KOM-hunting. It is really frustrating when youre crunching up Alpe du Zwift and the trainer disconnects 200m before the finishline due to overheating...

Your shorts are see-through 🙊🙈

watts this watts that what a bs !!!! did Eddy Merckx have power meter ???

Nope. Magene T100.

guy barely can get 50k views wont even answer questions in the comment section

does it wear the tire ,?