It’s this time of the year again. If you are in the market for a new smart trainer, get your credit card ready. In this post, I will walk you through what to expect during 2022 Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
November is your best chance to get a good deal on new trainers – at least in the United States. Don’t wait until later this year, thinking you might get a better deal around Christmas or the New Year. I expect to see bike trainer and cycling deals starting this weekend into Black Friday/Cyber Monday week. On Black Friday you will find some great Black Friday deals on particularly the Wahoo KICKR. After that, the deals on smart bike trainers will most likely be gone.
HERE IS YOUR COMPLETE LIST OF BLACK FRIDAY/CYBER MONDAY DEALS ON SMART BIKES, BIKE TRAINERS, AND POWER METERS.
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You are not going to find a lot of deals on this bike.
This is the KICKR Bike 2022 version (V2). The KICKR Bike is great for someone who just want a dedicated bike for all indoor training. The bike supports up to 2500 watts of resistance within +/-1% power precision. This supports Wifi connectivity and combines resistance and grade simulation.
The KICKR Bike Shift has kept some of the beloved features of the KICKR Bike 2 while introducing a few modifications and enhancing on others. The Shift is accurate and quieter than its big brother but loses the Climb functionality.
Sale ended on the KICKR 6 but in case you need one I am keeping it here. This KICKR features WiFi connection. Wahoo KICKR is a high-end trainer with auto power calibration. It provides up to 2,200 watts of resistance and accurate within +/- 1% for power precision.
The KICKR 2022 (V6) features WiFi connection. Wahoo KICKR is a high-end trainer with auto power calibration. It provides up to 2,200 watts of resistance and accurate within +/- 1% for power precision.
Purchase includes a 1-year membership to Zwift. The KICKR CORE is a high-end trainer at a mid-range trainer price that provide up to 1,800 watts of power with +/-2% accuracy, 3 simultaneous Bluetooth connections, and a 12 lb. flywheel for a great ride feel.
The KICKR CORE is a high-end trainer at a mid-range trainer price that provide up to 1,800 watts of power with +/-2% accuracy, 3 simultaneous Bluetooth connections, and a 12 lb. flywheel for a great ride feel.
KICKR Move takes a significant leap from the earlier versions, introducing a dynamic movement feature that allows for an 8" forward and backward movement, and some side-to-side action too.
This is an amazing deal on the KICKR Rollr. The ROLLR combines the convenient training experience and natural ride feel that only rollers can provide with the performance features and connectivity of a smart trainer. The ROLLR requires a power meter for ERG mode training and terrain simulation.
The KICKR ROLLR combines the convenient training experience and natural ride feel that only rollers can provide with the performance features and connectivity of a smart trainer. The ROLLR requires a power meter for ERG mode training and terrain simulation.
This is the lowest price I've seen the KICKR CORE go for. Great price for a great direct drive trainer.
The KICKR CORE is a high-end trainer at a mid-range trainer price that provide up to 1,800 watts of power with +/-2% accuracy, 3 simultaneous Bluetooth connections, and a 12 lb. flywheel for a great ride feel.
The Garmin NEO 2T is one of those classic trainers that you just can't go wrong with. Good trainer at this price.
The NEO 2T has been one of the flagship trainers with advanced features such as road simulation. It supports up to 2,200 watts, measure power within +/-1% precision, and supports up to 25% grade simulation.
This one does not come with a cassette but also a few hundred dollars cheaper.
The Dirto XR-T has been one of the best smart trainers Elite produced. It is accurate, and powerful. It supports up to 1,800 watts within +/-1% accuracy and 25% slope simulation. This one does not come with a cassette.
For $200, this wheel-on trainer is a bargain if that's what you're after.
The TUO is a compact smart interactive trainer with up to 500 watts of resistance and measure power within +/-5%. It supports up to 10% grade simulation. Great budget wheel-on trainer for ERG or sim mode training.
Wahoo Fitness POWRLINK Zero are based on the Speedplay pedal system. These are dual-side power pedals and provide left/right balance, accurate power per my testing and cadence data.
Wahoo Fitness POWRLINK Zero are based on the Speedplay pedal system. These are dual-side power pedals and provide left/right balance, accurate power per my testing and cadence data.
The Assioma Duo pedals have been a stable for accuracy and ease of use. These are the pedals I use for a lot of my testing.
The Assioma Duo (dual sided) pedals have been a stable for accuracy and ease of use. These are the pedals I use for a lot of my smart trainers/bikes testing.
These are the single sided version of the FAVARO Assioma pedals. If you are looking to save some money these works well.
These are the single sided version of the FAVARO Assioma pedals, meaning they will measure power only from the left side. Favaro offers an upgrade option to the DUO if you decide to upgrade in the future to dual sided power.
The KICKR HEADWIND is sensor controlled so as your power, speed or heart rate increases, so will the fan speed. The HEADWIND provides targeted Airflow Pattern that mirrors the shape and position of a cyclist's body while riding.
The KICKR HEADWIND is sensor controlled so as your power, speed or heart rate increases, so will the fan speed. The HEADWIND provides targeted Airflow Pattern that mirrors the shape and position of a cyclist's body while riding.
The CLIMB is a grade simulator that is only compatible with Wahoo KICKR smart trainers. It will add physical grade changes to your indoor training when paired to a smart app or manually using the attached remote control.
The CLIMB is a grade simulator that is only compatible with Wahoo KICKR smart trainers. It will add physical grade changes to your indoor training when paired to a smart app or manually using the attached remote control.
Runn treadmill sensor is a simple device that measures the treadmill belt speed and broadcast it to Zwift, Rouvy, or any other compatible running app. Use Coupon TARIQ101 for 10% off.
Runn treadmill sensor is a simple device that measures the treadmill belt speed and broadcast it to Zwift, Rouvy, or any other compatible running app. Use Coupon TARIQ101 for 10% off.
Elite RIZER is a gradient simulator with steering. When paired to Zwift or a compatible app, it will replicate inclines by up to 20% and declines as low as -10%.
Elite RIZER is a gradient simulator with steering. When paired to Zwift or a compatible app, it will replicate inclines by up to 20% and declines as low as -10%.
Elite Sterzo Smart steering block is Zwift compatible and when paired, you can simply steer your avatar when riding in Zwift.
Elite Sterzo Smart steering block is Zwift compatible and when paired, you can simply steer your avatar when riding in Zwift.
REI MEMBERS EVENT
WHEN: November 11, 2022, to November 21, 2022. HOW MUCH: 20% OFF one full-priced item. MEMBERSHIP: Requires an REI Membership. COUPON: GEARUP2022
REI requires you to be an REI member to take advantage of this sale which will cost you $30 for a lifetime membership. You get an average of 10% back on all purchases at the end of the year. So this membership pays for itself if you spend over $300.
REI is a major retailer that runs a 20% member sale right before Black Friday. Generally, their members’ event starts two weeks before the Thanksgiving Holiday. You can apply the 20% off to one full-priced item. You have to be an REI member to take advantage of this sale which will cost you $30 for a lifetime membership. You get an average of 10% back on all purchases at the end of the year. So this membership pays for itself if you spend over $300.
In years past, this sale included smart trainers, including trainers from Tacx and Wahoo.
REI charges for shipping unless you opt to ship to a store near you. They have a 90-day return policy on bike trainers and any GPS-enabled devices like a Garmin watch for example.
WAHOO FITNESS
Wahoo runs some kind of sale on Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Also, expect to see some discounts on their bike computers and other items from their online store.
For CyberMonday, Wahoo usually does another sale. My expectation this year is, we will see between 10% to 20% off everything in their store. We might also see another big sale on refurbished trainers. Refurbished are generally a good option and come with a full 1-year warranty.
Wahoo doesn’t usually charge for shipping within the continental United States.
WHEN: November 25, 2021 and November 28, 2021. HOW MUCH: Varies, but expect somewhere between 10% to 20% OFF.
AMAZON
Amazon is a hit or miss when it comes to smart trainers. I haven’t seen an official start date for their Black Friday, but expect to see Amazon Black Friday deals on a regular basis on this page. Amazon is a good place to find really incredible deals on AirPods, Garmin Fitness Watches, Apple Watches and other fitness items. As far as smart bike trainers, they don’t carry any Wahoo brand bike trainers. However, we might find deals on other brands from Elite, Garmin, Saris, and others.
REFURBISHED/PREVIOUS MODELS
Getting a previous model is one way to save a lot of money. For example, the SARIS H3 is an amazing trainer, and you can get one for around $500. That’s half off the original price and a steal IMO. If you can find one, don’t think twice and just grab it.
The KICKR Bike V1 is also on sale, and you can grab one for cheap instead of spending close to $4000 on KICKR Bike V2. Getting a refurbished KICKR or KICKR CORE will save you a few hundred of dollars. Wahoo certifies each one of these trainers and makes sure they are in working order. Cosmetically, there might be some scratches or nicks if you don’t mind that. You also get the same 1-full year warranty on a refurbished as you get on a new trainer.
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