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Setting Up Equipment and Connecting Devices

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How to Use Broadcast Mode to Sync Heart Rate Data from Garmin Watches to TrainerRoad

TrainerRoad Athletes can sync their heart rate (HR) data from Garmin watches to the TrainerRoad app. In this guide, we will walk you through the steps to set up and use Broadcast mode on your Garmin watch, allowing you to seamlessly track your heart rate during TrainerRoad workouts. To get started, you will need the following: A compatible Garmin watch: Ensure your Garmin watch supports Broadcast mode. Refer to Garmin's documentation or product specifications to confirm compatibility, here. TrainerRoad app: Download and install the latest version of the TrainerRoad app on your smartphone, tablet, or computer. Sign in to your TrainerRoad account or Sign-up if you haven't already. Bluetooth and ANT+ connectivity: Make sure your Garmin watch and your device running TrainerRoad have Bluetooth and/or ANT+ capabilities to establish a wireless connection. NOTE: Even though many of these watches have basic Bluetooth capabilities, Broadcast mode is ONLY via ANT+ for most of the Garmin watches. For most of the Garmin watches, users cannot connect their HR data to TrainerRoad via Bluetooth. Garmin recently released a firmware update for the Garmin Forerunner 245 and 945 that now allows the watch to broadcast HR data to TrainerRoad via Bluetooth. Enabling Broadcast Mode on Your Garmin Watch 1. On your Garmin watch, navigate to the settings menu. 2. Select Settings > Sensors > Heart Rate. 3. Find the "Broadcasting" or "Broadcast Mode" option and select it. 4. Enable the Broadcast mode on your watch. You will now be able to transmit heart rate data wirelessly to other compatible devices (TrainerRoad). Pairing Your Garmin Watch with TrainerRoad 1. Launch the TrainerRoad app on your device. 2. Ensure that Bluetooth or ANT+ connectivity is turned on, on your device. 3. Navigate to the Devices page in the TrainerRoad app. 4. Look for your Garmin watch (HR) in the list of available devices and select it. 5. The box around your Garmin watch on the Devices page should be green to show it has been paired successfully. Starting Your TrainerRoad Workout 1. Choose a workout from your TR Calendar or TR Workouts page. 2. Begin the workout by tapping the "Load Workout" button. 3. Your Garmin watch will now transmit heart rate data to the TrainerRoad app. 4. The TrainerRoad app will display your heart rate data in real-time, allowing you to monitor your effort level and optimize your training. Helpful Tips: - Make sure your Garmin watch and the device running TrainerRoad are in close proximity during the pairing process for a reliable connection. - Ensure that your Garmin watch is charged sufficiently before starting a workout to avoid any interruptions. - If you encounter connection issues, try restarting your Garmin watch and the device running TrainerRoad. You can also try turning off other nearby Bluetooth or ANT+ devices that might interfere with the signal.

Last updated on Aug 13, 2026

How to Install the TrainerRoad App

This article will guide you through the installation process for our app on iOS, Android, Windows, and Mac platforms. You will need the app to perform indoor workouts! TrainerRoad is designed to work seamlessly across multiple platforms so you can train whenever and wherever suits you best. Installing the App on iOS TrainerRoad is compatible with iOS devices running iOS 11.0 or later. Here are the steps to install TrainerRoad on your iOS device: 1. Open the App Store on your iOS device. 2. Tap the Search button at the bottom of the screen. 3. Type "TrainerRoad" in the search bar and tap Search. 4. Locate the TrainerRoad app in the search results and tap Get. 5. You may be asked to enter your Apple ID password or use Touch ID/Face ID to confirm the installation. 6. Once the app is installed, tap Open to start using TrainerRoad. Installing the App on Android TrainerRoad is compatible with Android devices running Android 7.0 or later. Follow these steps to install TrainerRoad on your Android device: 1. Open the Google Play Store on your Android device. 2. Tap on the Search bar at the top of the screen. 3. Type "TrainerRoad" in the search bar and hit Enter. 4. Locate the TrainerRoad app in the search results and tap Install. 5. Once the app is installed, tap Open to start using TrainerRoad. Installing the App on Windows TrainerRoad is compatible with Windows computers running Windows 8 or later. Follow these steps to install TrainerRoad on your Windows computer: 1. Open your preferred web browser and visit www.trainerroad.com/download. 2. Click on the Download for Windows button. 3. The TrainerRoadSetup.exe file will download. Once the download is complete, locate the file in your downloads folder and double-click it to run the installer. 4. Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the installation. 5. Once installed, you can find the TrainerRoad app in your Start Menu or on your desktop. Installing the App on Mac TrainerRoad is compatible with Mac computers running Mac OS X v10.13 or later. Follow these steps to install TrainerRoad on your Mac computer: 1. Open your preferred web browser and visit www.trainerroad.com/download. 2. Click on the Download for macOS button. 3. The TrainerRoad.dmg file will download. Once the download is complete, locate the file in your downloads folder and double-click it to open. 4. Drag the TrainerRoad app to your Applications folder. 5. You can now find the TrainerRoad app in your Applications folder. After getting the app downloaded, you can delete the .dmg file by following these steps: 1. Locate the .dmg file and right-click. 2. Select Eject. 3. Open Finder Window and search for the .dmg file. 4. Once located, send it to the Trash. Full list of system requirements here: Minimum System Requirements.

Last updated on Aug 13, 2026

Minimum System Requirements

TrainerRoad runs on multiple device platforms (Windows, Mac, iPhone/iPad, and Android). Depending on what platform you use, you'll want to make sure your device or devices meet the minimum system requirements. This article explains the minimum system requirements your device needs to run TrainerRoad. iOS Requirements - iOS Version - Requires version iOS 11.0 or newer (Be aware: if you are on a Beta version of the iOS operating system, the TrainerRoad app may not function properly) - iPhone - iPhone 5S and Newer - iPad - iPad 5th Generation (2017) or Newer - Adapters - ANT+ device support requires a 3rd-party adapter Android Requirements - Android Version - Requires Android 7.0 (Nougat) or newer (Be aware: if you are on a Beta version of the Android operating system, the TrainerRoad app may not function properly) - Adapters - Some devices may require a 3rd-party adapter to support ANT+. You can check your specific device's ANT+ compatibility on this page: ANT+ In Phones and Tablets. - Android 5 & 6: If you have an Android device that can't update past Android 5 or 6, contact [email protected] to download a compatible version. Desktop Requirements PC - 2.33GHz or faster x86-compatible processor, or Intel Atom™ 1.6GHz or faster processor for netbook class devices. - Microsoft® Windows 10 or 11. (Be aware: if you are on a Beta version of the Windows operating system, the TrainerRoad app may not function properly) - Windows 7 and 8 require an older version of TrainerRoad. (Contact [email protected] to download the compatible version.) - 2GB of RAM (4GB recommended) Mac OS - Mac OS X v10.13 or greater. (Be aware: if you are on a Beta version of OS X, the TrainerRoad app may not function properly) - 64-bit Intel® Core™ Duo 1.83GHz or faster processor. - 2GB of RAM (4GB recommended) - Mac OS X 10.13.x on some older Macs can cause performance issues on the latest version of TrainerRoad. (Contact [email protected] to download the compatible version.) Browser Requirements - The TrainerRoad web app supports current versions of most major browsers (Google Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Microsoft Edge, Opera, etc.), on both mobile and desktop platforms. - While slightly out-of-date versions of these should work just as well, it's almost certain that significantly older browser versions will experience issues with our website. - Internet Explorer is incompatible, as Microsoft will be discontinuing support for this browser going forward. - If you're uncertain whether your browser is supported, please contact [email protected] for help. Software Download: Download TrainerRoad

Last updated on Aug 20, 2026

How to Pair Your Devices

Here are the steps to make sure you can pair your devices to TrainerRoad: 1. Open the TrainerRoad app 2. Navigate to the "Devices" tab 3. Pedal for a few moments to wake up your devices. 4. Make sure that either Bluetooth or ANT+ is "On" 5. Once your device is visible and ready to pair, it will appear in the device list. 6. Click on the device and wait until it is highlighted green. (A green line will blink above the device tile while pairing and will become a solid green border once the device is paired.) Screen_Shot_2021-10-14_at_10.56.07_AM.png Screen_Shot_2021-10-14_at_10.56.20_AM.png Jump to the following sections below for quick tips on pairing your specific setup: - Smart Trainer - Smart Trainer + Power Meter (PowerMatch) - Mechanical Trainer + Speed Sensor (VirtualPower) - Mechanical Trainer + Power Meter How to Pair Devices on Desktop (Mac and Windows) pair_KICKRelectron.gif How to Pair Devices on Mobile (iOS and Android) pair_KICKR.gif Pairing a Smart Trainer - Ensure the trainer is plugged in and "awake" - Select the corresponding device tile on the "Devices" screen - Once your trainer is paired, a "Best Practices" screen will appear. Take note of the information shown on this screen (calibration details, firmware information, and general best practices with ERG mode). - After initially pairing your trainer, the device will automatically pair to TrainerRoad without displaying the "Best Practices" screen (but it can still be accessed in the future by selecting the trainer tile — see below for more information on accessing Device Details). - The default setting for a smart trainer is ERG mode (electronic resistance control) where TrainerRoad controls the resistance of your trainer to make sure you're hitting the power targets. - Make sure to use the TrainerRoad recommended gearing (smallest cog in the front chainring and a middle cog in the cassette) - Focus on maintaining as consistent of a cadence as possible to ensure you have the best experience. Note: if you have Bluetooth and ANT+ enabled and see two tiles corresponding to your trainer, pair to the Bluetooth version only. Pairing a Smart Trainer + Power Meter (PowerMatch) - Ensure the trainer is plugged in and "awake" - Make sure the power meter has batteries installed, and the device is awake - Select the corresponding device tiles on the "Devices" screen - Once your trainer is paired, a "Best Practices" screen will appear. Take note of the information shown on this screen (calibration details, firmware information, and general best practices with ERG mode). - Similarly, once the power meter is paired, a "Best Practices" screen will appear. Take note of the information shown on this screen (calibration details, firmware information, and tips on pedaling technique). - After initially pairing your trainer, the devices will automatically pair to TrainerRoad without displaying the "Best Practices" screens (but they can still be accessed in the future by selecting the corresponding tile — see below for more information on accessing Device Details). - The default setting for a smart trainer is ERG mode (electronic resistance control) where TrainerRoad controls the resistance of your trainer to make sure you're hitting the power targets. - There is an additional default setting when training with a smart trainer and power meter "PowerMatch." PowerMatch uses the readings from the power meter to control the resistance of your smart trainer to account for any power difference between the trainer and the power meter. Note: if you have Bluetooth and ANT+ enabled and see two tiles corresponding to your trainer, pair to the Bluetooth version only. Pairing a Non-Smart Trainer + Speed Sensor (VirtualPower) - With non-smart trainers and a speed sensor, you'll need to use a feature known as VirtualPower. VirtualPower is a power calculation that’s based on your speed readings and the unique make and model of the trainer you’re using. - To pair your speed sensor, confirm the device has batteries installed and that it's properly placed on your bike. - Wake the sensor by spinning the cranks, and select the corresponding device tile in the "Devices" screen. - If your speed sensor uses a magnet to trigger a rotation, verify the magnet is positioned to pass by the sensor arm properly. Pairing a Non-Smart Trainer + Power Meter - Make sure the power meter has batteries installed - Wake the device by spinning the cranks. - Select the corresponding device tiles in the "Devices" screen. Adjusting Device Settings From the Device Settings, you can adjust your devices' names, access mode settings, and perform calibrations. Note: Smart trainers are set to ERG Mode by default. If you have a power meter and a smart trainer, PowerMatch is enabled by default. settings_KICKRelectron.gif settings_KICKR.gif

Last updated on Aug 13, 2026

Bluetooth Smart Connectivity

Bluetooth Smart (4.0) is a wireless communication protocol that devices such as heart rate straps or speed/cadence sensors use to communicate with TrainerRoad. The devices you connect to TrainerRoad must be either Bluetooth Smart or ANT+. * When running TrainerRoad on our Air application Bluetooth Smart is only able to pair to one power meter at a time, including smart trainers. If you would like to pair a smart trainer and a power meter, you must use ANT+. Using Bluetooth Smart with the TrainerRoad iOS App TrainerRoad is compatible with any iPhone or iPad that has Bluetooth 4.0 built in. iPhones with BT 4.0: 4s, 5, 5s, 5c, 6, 6s, 6 Plus, 6s Plus, 7, 7 Plus, 8, and X iPads with BT 4.0: Air, Air 2, Mini, Mini (Retina) Most Bluetooth Smart heart rate straps, speed/cadence sensors, and power meters are supported by TrainerRoad. Here are some of the most popular Bluetooth Smart devices we support: - Wahoo Heart Rate Monitors - Wahoo Blue SC Speed Cadence Sensor - Kinetic inRide - Wahoo Kickr - Stages Power Meter Don't have the TrainerRoad iOS app? Download it today from the Apple App Store to start training. Using Bluetooth Smart with the TrainerRoad Android App TrainerRoad works with phones and tablets running Android 5 Lollipop and higher. Most Bluetooth Smart heart rate straps, speed/cadence sensors, and power meters are supported by TrainerRoad. Here are some of the most popular Bluetooth Smart devices we support: - Wahoo Heart Rate Monitors - Wahoo Blue SC Speed Cadence Sensor - Kinetic inRide - Wahoo Kickr - Stages Power Meter Don't have the TrainerRoad Android app? Download it today from the Google Play Store to start training. Using Bluetooth Smart with TrainerRoad Desktop Most Bluetooth Smart heart rate straps, speed/cadence sensors, and power meters are supported by TrainerRoad. Here are some of the most popular Bluetooth Smart devices we support: - Wahoo Heart Rate Monitors - Wahoo Blue SC Speed Cadence Sensor - Kinetic inRide - Wahoo Kickr - Stages Power Meter Other Bluetooth Smart heart rate monitors should also work with TrainerRoad. Any other Bluetooth Smart heart rate, speed/cadence, or power meter supported by the Wahoo SDK. Supported Operating Systems and Required Hardware Bluetooth Smart devices require a computer that has Bluetooth 4.0. Mac OSX 10.8 or Higher Bluetooth 4.0 is native in the newer MacBook Air (mid-2011), Mac Mini (late 2011), MacBook Pro (mid-2012), and iMac (early-2013). Mac OSX 10.7 or Older - No Native BT 4.0. The IOGEAR or ORICO dongles can work for Macs that don't come with native BT 4.0. Unfortunately, those dongles don't seem to work consistently with older Macs — especially if the user is running Mavericks. This is not a recommended approach, but if you have the dongles you can give it a try. Windows 10 Bluetooth 4.0 is native for many Windows 10 machines. To confirm your computer has the hardware to support native Bluetooth 4.0 , follow the instructions from this article. Windows 7, 8, and 8.1 Bluetooth Smart on TrainerRoad on Pre-Windows 10 requires a special BLED112 USB dongle which is available from Mouser and Digi-Key. They both ship worldwide. Even if your computer has native Bluetooth 4.0 or you have another Bluetooth 4.0 USB dongle, you'll still need the BLED112. The good news is that it is about half the price of an ANT+ USB dongle. We use the Bluegiga BLED112 dongle to offer Bluetooth Smart on all versions of Windows. Windows 8 has some decent support for Bluetooth Smart but if we would have implemented our solution using Windows drivers for Bluetooth dongles, this would have only worked on Windows 8. Steps: 1. Get the Bluegiga BLED112 dongle from Mouser or Digi-Key. 2. Install the drivers and latest TrainerRoad.exe from here. Frequently Asked Questions Why does Android require location services to be enabled to allow the TrainerRoad app access to Bluetooth? Android has declared that in order for an application to use Bluetooth, the application must define access permissions for location services as well. This is due to the nature of Bluetooth architecture on Android devices after recent updates. Since TrainerRoad needs Bluetooth enabled in order to connect to athletes' devices (trainer, power meter, etc,) the app must define access permissions for location services. This does not mean that TrainerRoad is using location services. For troubleshooting steps please see below. Troubleshooting Need more help? Check out the Bluetooth Smart Troubleshooting article.

Last updated on Aug 13, 2026

TrainerRoad Legacy Apps

There are two old versions of the TrainerRoad App that are available for download and use. - The Legacy App - The Legacy AIR App The Legacy version required will depend on your trainer and operating system. Below is a breakdown of the factors that will determine which app's right for your setup. Setups that Require the Legacy App - Operating System - Windows 7. - macOS X v10.10 Yosemite or earlier. - Trainer - CompuTrainer - CycleOps Powerbeam Pro If you need the Legacy App, scroll down the section: What is the TrainerRoad Legacy App? Setups that Require the Legacy AIR App - Operating System - Athlete's using CompuTrainers on macOS 10.15 Catalina or greater. - Trainer - CycleOps Indoor Cycle 300/400 If you need the Legacy AIR App, scroll down the section: What is the TrainerRoad Legacy AIR App? What is the TrainerRoad Legacy App? The TrainerRoad Legacy app is an older version of the TrainerRoad app. - It is only available for Desktop. There is no Legacy app for iOS or Android. - It is a locked version of the TrainerRoad app. No updates are made to the app. - It does not allow you to modify the Calendar, but the Calendar is viewable from within the app. - It does not include all the same features of the latest app (You can still access many of these features on the TrainerRoad website though!) - It does not support Native Bluetooth on Windows. Therefore, pairing devices in Windows via Bluetooth requires a Bluegiga BLED 112 Bluetooth dongle. Screenshot 2026-07-16 at 3.02.11 PM.png The TrainerRoad Legacy App on Mac Setups That Support the Legacy App If you need to download the Legacy App because your trainer is not compatible with the latest TrainerRoad app, you'll need to ensure your operating system supports the Legacy App. Check out the requirements below. Windows - Microsoft® Windows 7, 8, 10, or 11. - To pair devices to the app, athletes require either: - An ANT+ USB Dongle, or; - A Bluegiga BLED 112 Bluetooth dongle. - The Legacy app does not support Native Bluetooth on Windows. Mac - macOS v10.4 Mojave or earlier. - macOS v10.5 Catalina or greater cannot run the Legacy app. - Native Bluetooth is supported. - To pair devices to the app via ANT+, athletes require an ANT+ USB Dongle. How to Download and Install the Legacy App? You can download the Legacy App for your operating system from the links below: - TrainerRoad Legacy App - Windows Legacy App Download - Mac Legacy App Download If you run into any problems installing the app, please contact [email protected] and we can help out! What is the TrainerRoad Legacy AIR App? The TrainerRoad Legacy AIR app is an older version of the TrainerRoad app that runs on Adobe AIR. - It is only available for Desktop. There is no Legacy AIR app for iOS or Android. - You need to download Adobe AIR in order to run the Legacy AIR App. - It is a locked version of the TrainerRoad app. No updates are made to the app. - It does not include all the same features of the latest app (You can still access most of these features on the TrainerRoad website though!) - It does not support Native Bluetooth on Windows. Therefore, pairing devices in Windows via Bluetooth requires a Bluegiga BLED 112 Bluetooth dongle. Setups That Support the Legacy AIR App If you need to download the Legacy AIR App because your trainer is not compatible with the latest TrainerRoad app, you'll need to ensure your operating system supports the Legacy AIR App. Check out the requirements below. Windows - Microsoft® Windows 7, 8, 10, or 11. - To pair devices to the app, athletes require either: - An ANT+ USB Dongle, or; - A Bluegiga BLED 112 Bluetooth dongle. - The Legacy AIR app does not support Native Bluetooth on Windows. Mac - macOS v12 Monterey or earlier. - Native Bluetooth is supported. - To pair devices to the app via ANT+ athletes require an ANT+ USB Dongle. How to Download and Install the Legacy AIR App? You can download the Legacy AIR App & Adobe AIR for your operating system from the links below: - TrainerRoad Legacy AIR App - Windows Legacy AIR App Download - Mac Legacy AIR App Download - Adobe AIR - Windows Adobe AIR [Click to Download via Harman] - Mac Adobe AIR [Click to Download via Harman] - Note: If you cannot download Adobe AIR from the links above, click the link below and download version 33.1.1.744 (which is required for the TrainerRoad Legacy AIR app to run): - Adobe AIR Download If you run into any problems installing the app, please contact [email protected], and we can help out!

Last updated on Jul 16, 2026

ANT+ Connectivity

ANT+ is a communication protocol that allows wireless devices to transmit information from one another. Simply put, it's the "language" that ANT+ devices use to communicate with each other. Many of your favorite cycling and fitness devices use this protocol and TrainerRoad supports these devices with an ANT+ key or dongle. Check to see if your cycling device supports ANT+ with the official device directory. Using ANT+ with iOS To connect your ANT+ devices with the TrainerRoad iOS app you will need a Wahoo-made ANT+ key and an Apple-made 30-Pin to Lightning adapter (depending on your iOS device). iOS Devices with Lightning (iPhone 5, 5c, 6 & 6 Plus, 7 & 7 Plus, 8 & 8 Plus, X and iPad Mini, Air & Air 2) Requires Wahoo ANT+ key and a Lightning to Apple 30-Pin adapter 2014-11-17_09-20-24.png iOS Devices with 30-Pin (iPhone 4 & 4s and iPad 2nd Generation) Requires Wahoo ANT+ key or Wahoo ANT+ Bike Case 2014-11-17_09-18-14.png Wahoo ANT+ Key This small adapter is used to connect your ANT+ devices to your compatible iOS device through the 30-pin connector. The older white models of the Wahoo ANT+ Keys are not supported. The Wahoo ANT+ Key is no longer manufactured by Wahoo and supply is subject to change. Note: Garmin ANT+ keys are supported. To our knowledge, this is the most affordable option for the Wahoo ANT+ Key. If you can't get TrainerRoad or Garmin ANT Agent/Express to detect the USB stick, you likely have a bad ANT stick and should return/exchange it from your place of purchase. Wahoo_Bike_Case.jpg Wahoo ANT+ Bike Case Allows you to mount your 30-pin iPhone 4S/4 on your bike's handlebars or stem. This will not work with iPhone 5 or newer. The Wahoo ANT+ Bike Case is no longer manufactured by Wahoo and supply is subject to change. 2014-11-17_09-20-24.png Apple Short Lightning Adapter Short format Lightning to 30-pin adapter supports analog audio output, USB audio, as well as syncing and charging. This adapter is no longer manufactured by Apple and supply is subject to change. Note: Lightning Adapters not made by Apple are not supported. Non-Apple adapters don't support data transfer. Apple Long Lightning Adapter This longer adapter lets you connect 30-pin devices that need more room to plug in. This adapter is no longer manufactured by Apple and supply is subject to change. Note: Lightning Adapters made by a third-party manufacturer are not supported. Non-Apple adapters don't support data transfer. Using ANT+ with Android Does My Android Device Work with ANT+? To find out more about your specific device's ANT+ compatibility, and more about the ANT+ communication protocol, check out ANT+'s page, ANT+ In Phones and Tablets. Note: This is not a complete list of Android devices that support ANT+. If your device is NOT listed, it doesn't mean it does not support ANT+. If you have further questions as to whether your device will work with ANT+, please contact our Support Team. Some Android devices are ANT+ compatible on their own, but you may need to install something called "ANT plugins" before you're ready to ride. Given the various ways phone manufacturers implement ANT+, some devices may have stronger ANT+ signals than others. If you’re having difficulty using a native ANT+ device, you may need an adapter to train normally. ANT Plugins Required for Devices with Built-In ANT+: - ANT+ Plugin Service - ANT+ Radio Service Athletes can install these plugins by tapping the ANT+ icon and by selecting Learn More. Android_devices_ANT1.png Android_ANT1.png Other devices may require an ANT+ dongle. Fortunately, some of these devices work with existing ANT+ USB dongles from your computer and an additional USB-C or phone-specific USB adapter. ANT Plugins Required for Devices without Built-In ANT+ (Requires ANT+USB Stick): - ANT+ Plugin Service - ANT+ Radio Service - ANT+ USB Service Athletes can install these plugins by tapping the ANT+ icon and by selecting Learn More. Android_devices_ANT1.png Android_ANT1.png If your Android device does not have built-in ANT+: You will need an adapter (USBC-to-USB OR Micro USB-to-USB) that will allow you to plug your ANT+ USB dongle into your Android phone or tablet. TrainerRoad Recommends: USBC-to-USB Adapter Micro USB-to-USB Adapter Make sure you check to see if your Android device uses a USB-C or Micro USB port before purchasing one of the above adapters. In addition to the USB adapter, you will need the actual ANT+ USB stick that will turn your Android device into an ANT+-receivable unit. TrainerRoad Recommends: Garmin ANT+ USB.png Mini Garmin ANT+ Stick A great ANT+ USB stick option — and it's small enough to stay plugged in when you aren't training. Cycplus ANT+ USB A good, more affordable version for an ANT+ dongle Live in Australia? Aussie users will need to pick up an ANT+ stick from an Australian vendor or a local bike shop instead of the Amazon links above. Using ANT+ with Desktop To connect your ANT+ devices with the TrainerRoad Desktop app you will need an ANT+ dongle. USB1 and USB2 There are two kinds of ANT+ USB dongles to choose from: USB 1.0 and USB 2.0. USB 1.0 can connect up to 4 devices at a time, while USB 2.0 can handle up to 8. Most newer dongles will be 2.0 since 1.0 is no longer in production. USB 1.0 dongles will only work with the Legacy (Adobe AIR) application. If you are using a Wahoo KICKR with the Legacy app, you will still need a USB 2.0 dongle. If you are unsure which you have, check the info on the back of the stick. Please note, you will need a USB 2.0 dongle in order to use any ANT+ device on the new Windows, Android, or Mac applications. Check out this article for more information on the difference between USB1 and USB2 sticks. Problems Connecting Your Devices? Visit our troubleshooting article for help getting your devices connected so you can start training!

Last updated on Aug 20, 2026

Compatible Devices and Sensors

TrainerRoad supports most Bluetooth Smart and ANT+ sensors, including trainers, heart rate monitors, power meters, and speed/cadence sensors. This page will help explain which devices should work with TrainerRoad, along with how you can check yourself if your training device isn't listed here. Keep in mind that this list is not exhaustive. If your trainer or device is not listed here, that does not mean you are out of luck! Check out the "How do ANT+ and Bluetooth standards work" at the bottom of this article, and reach out to our support team if you have any compatibility questions. If not otherwise marked, devices below are compatible over both Bluetooth and ANT+. Protip: open up the dropdown menus below, then press Ctrl + F (cmd + F on Mac) on your keyboard to quickly search for your device's name. Speed & Cadence Sensors BBB - - Bluecombo+ - Smartcadence - Digicadence (ANT only) - Digispeed (ANT only) Bontrager - - Interchange Digital Combo Sensor - DuoTrap S - DuoTrap (Pre-2015 version is ANT only) - SpeedTrap Digital Speed Sensor - Digital Speed Sensor (ANT only) - Digital Cadence Sensor (ANT only) Cateye - - TR200DW/TR300TW (Bluetooth only) CycleOps - - PowerTap SL 2.4 Speed/Cadence Sensor (ANT only) - PowerTap SL 2.4 Speed Sensor (ANT only) Garmin - - GSC 10 (ANT only) - Bike Speed Sensor (ANT only) - Bike Cadence Sensor (ANT only) - Bike Speed Sensor 2 - Bike Cadence Sensor 2 Giant - - Ridesense 2.0 - Ridesense (ANT only) iMaze - - Speed/Cadence (Bluetooth only) Lezyne - - Cadence Speed Flow Sensor (Bluetooth only) Pioneer - - SGY-CS500 (ANT only) Polar - - Speed and Cadence Sensor (Bluetooth only) PowerTap - - Speed or Cadence sensor (Only transmits speed or cadence, not both) Scosche - - RHYTHM SC (Bluetooth only) Saris/PowerTap - - Magnetless Speed Sensor Cadence Sensor Sigma - - R2 Duo Speed and Cadence Sensor - Speed Transmitter (ANT only) - Cadence Transmitter (ANT only) SRM - - Speed Pod (ANT only) Tacx - - Speed and Cadence Sensor Smart Topeak - - PanoBike Cadence and Speed Sensor (Bluetooth only) Wahoo - - Blue SC (Older Wahoo Blue SCs are Bluetooth only. The newest Blue SC models will work over ANT+ and BLE) - RPM Speed - RPM Cadence Heart Rate Monitors 4iiii - - Viiiiva Bontrager - - Softstrap HR Belt Cateye - - HR-11 (ANT only) - HR-12 (Bluetooth only) Elite - - HR Transmission Belt (ANT+) - HR Transmission Belt (BLE) Garmin - - Soft Strap Premium HRM (ANT only) - HRM-Dual - HRM-Tri (ANT only) - HRM-Swim (ANT only) - HRM-Run (ANT only) - Fenix 6 - Fenix 5 (ANT only) - Fenix Chronos (ANT only) - Fenix 3 HR (ANT only) - Forerunner 935 (ANT only) - Forerunner 735XT (ANT only) - Forerunner 235 (ANT only) - Forerunner 35 (ANT only) - Forerunner 25 (ANT only) - Vívosmart HR+ (ANT only) - Vívoactive HR (ANT only) - Vivoactive 4 (ANT only) Giant - - 2 in 1 Heart Rate Belt Lezyne - - Heart Rate Flow Sensor (Bluetooth only) Mio - - LINK - Slice - ALPHA 2 (Bluetooth only) - FUSE - MioPod Pioneer - - SGY-HR500 (ANT only) Polar - - A370 Watch (Bluetooth Only) - H10 HR Sensor - H7 HR Sensor (Bluetooth only) - H6 HR Sensor (Bluetooth only) ProForm - - SmartBeat (Bluetooth only) Scosche - - Rhythm Chest Strap (Bluetooth only) Sigma - - R1 Duo Heart Rate Transmitter Specialized - - SpeedZone Digital HR Strap (ANT only) Suunto - - Smart Sensor (Bluetooth only) Tacx - - Heart Rate Belt Smart Topeak - - PanoBike Heart Rate Monitor (Bluetooth only) Wahoo - - Wahoo TICKR X/ TICKR 2020 - Wahoo TICKR Run - Wahoo TICKR FIT - Wahoo TICKR Whoop - - 3.0 (Bluetooth only) Zephyr - - HxM - There is a version of the HR monitor known as “Zephyr HxM BT.” That version will not work with TrainerRoad, as it uses a proprietary version of Bluetooth. However, the Zephyr HxM Smart should pair. Power Meters 4iiii - - Precision - Precision Pro - Precision Podiiiium Pro - Precision Fiiiit Easton/Raceface - - Cinch Power Meter Favero - - Assioma (For Dual-Power, ANT required, but will pair over Bluetooth) - bePro (ANT only) Full Speed Ahead (FSA) - - PowerBox (Bluetooth is available in newly bought FSA PowerBox power meters, or as a purchasable upgrade.) Garmin - - Vector (ANT only) - Vector S (ANT only) - Vector 2 (ANT only) - Vector 2s (ANT only) - Vector 3 - Vector 3s Team LIMITS - - LIMITS Power Meter Look - - Keo Power Dual Regular - Keo Power Dual Essential Pioneer - - SBT-PM - SBT-LT - SGY-PM (ANT only) - SGY-LT (ANT only) Polar - - Keo Power Meter Regular (Bluetooth only) - Keo Power Meter Essential (Bluetooth only) Power2Max - - Classic (ANT only) - Type S (ANT only) - NG - NG Eco PowerTap - - P1 Pedals (ANT+ must be used for dual power) - P2 Pedals (ANT+ must be used for dual power) - C1 Chainrings - G3 Hub (Newer G3’s ship with a dual-band hub cap, but older G3 units that have an ANT+ cap on it it can be replaced with a dual-band or BLE cap.) - GS Hub (see above - the same information applies) - Pro Hub (ANT only) - SL+ Hub (ANT only) - SLC+ Hub (ANT only) Quarq - - Cinqo (ANT only) - DZero / DFour (Older versions of the power meter (~2016), or specialized versions of the power meter may not support Bluetooth) - Elsa (ANT only) - Riken (ANT only) Rotor - - Power Crank (ANT only) - Rotor Power LT (ANT only) - Rotor INspider (ANT only) - Rotor 2INpower Road - Rotor INpower Road Shimano - - FC-R9100-P (the R9100P only broadcasts power on ANT+, and not Bluetooth Smart) SRM - - EXACT Pedals - X Power Pedals Stages - - Crank Arm Power Meter (ANT+ must be used for dual power) Watteam - - Powerbeat Road Verve - - Infocrank M30 Team Zwatt - - Zpider - Zwatt Zimanox Trainers 4iiii - - Fliiiight Bkool - - Classic (ANT+ and Desktop apps only) - Pro - Pro 2 (No resistance control over Bluetooth - pairs as a power meter) - Smart Go (No resistance control over Bluetooth) - Smart Air (Desktop apps only) Computrainer - - Note: The CompuTrainer will only work on TrainerRoad's Legacy app due to its age and lack of support from RacerMate. Check out our page on the CompuTrainer here for more information on how to get it working with TrainerRoad. CycleOps/Saris - - Hammer - H2 - H3 - Magnus - M2 - PRO Indoor Cycle 300/400 (Must use TrainerRoad legacy. Reach out to support for more information) Elite - - Arion Digital Smart B+ Rollers (No resistance control over Bluetooth - pairs as a power meter) - Direto - Direto X - Direto XR - Drivo (No resistance control over Bluetooth - pairs as a power meter) - Drivo II (Must use Misuro B+ to get power readings. No resistance control) - Fuoripista - Kura (No resistance control) - Nero - Novo Force (Must use Misuro B+ to get power readings. No resistance control) - Novo Smart - Qubo Digital Smart B+ - Suito - Tuo - Turno (No Resistance control) - Rampa - Real E-Motion B+ (Resistance control is only available through ANT) - Not to be confused with the earlier 'Quick Motion', ‘E-Motion’, or 'Real E-Motion'. Those trainers are only usable through VirtualPower. - Real Turbo Muin B+ - Not to be confused with the earlier ‘Turbo Muin', ‘Turbo Muin Smart B+’, or ‘Real Turbo Muin’. Those trainers are only usable through VirtualPower. - RealAxiom B+ - Not to be confused with the earlier ‘Real Axiom’, which connected via USB. The older Axiom can only be used with a power meter or VirtualPower. - Real Tour B+ - Not to be confused with the earlier ‘Real Tour’, which connected via USB. The older Real Tour can only be used with a power meter or Virtual Power. InsideRide - - E-Motion Smart Rollers JetBlack - - WhisperDrive Smart Kurt Kinetic - - Control T-6300 - InRide1 - The InRide1 is only supported on the TrainerRoad Legacy application. Contact Support and we can get you on the Legacy app. - InRide2 (No resistance control) - InRide3 (No resistance control) - Road Machine Control (Bluetooth only) - Smart Control (Bluetooth only) - R1 (Bluetooth only) Magene - - Gravat2 (Does not support ERG mode over Bluetooth, only ANT+) Minoura - - Smart Turbo Kagura - Direct Drive (Does not support ERG mode over Bluetooth, only ANT+) - Smart Turbo Kagura - Wheel On (Does not support ERG mode over Bluetooth, only ANT+) Stages - - StagesBike Tacx - - Bushido Smart - Flow Smart - Flux - Flux 2 - Flux S - Genius Smart (Model numbers T2060 and T2080 only - other versions will not pair with TrainerRoad) - IRONMAN Smart - Neo - Neo 2 - Satori Smart (Only provides power on Bluetooth, no resistance control) - Vortex Smart / TDF (Model numbers T2180 and T2380 only - other versions will not pair with TrainerRoad) Wahoo - - KICKR Snap - KICKR BIKE - KICKR Wattbike - - Atom (ERG mode only - no slope or resistance mode) - Pro/Trainer (Requires the Model B Monitor to connect over Bluetooth) Zycle - - Smart Z Bike - Smart Z Go - Smart Z Pro For more information on compatible trainers, see the Help Center page here. How do ANT+ and Bluetooth Standards work? While browsing training devices online, you’ve likely seen things like “Bluetooth Smart” or “ANT+ FE-C” mentioned and wondered what these mean. In the early days of technology-based training, each device or company used its own sort of “language" to communicate between the device and the training software. For example, Trainer A and Trainer B might both communicate using ANT+, but how all of their information was packaged to us would differ - meaning we would need to add support for both trainers individually. As indoor device options grew, this became quite a struggle. This issue led to the creation of Bluetooth and ANT standards which (you guessed it) standardized how data is sent and received. These two standards are Bluetooth Smart, and ANT+ Fitness Equipment-Control (FE-C). Instead of each company making their own ANT or Bluetooth protocol, companies can now choose to use Bluetooth Smart or ANT FE-C and know that their device will work on a multitude of platforms. HR monitors, Cadence sensors, and Power meters all have their own versions of a Bluetooth and ANT standard protocol. If you see that a trainer or other device is marked as "Bluetooth Smart" or "ANT+ FE-C", it should be compatible with TrainerRoad. If you are still unsure and would like to double-check your trainer or other devices' functionality, feel free to reach out to us at [email protected].

Last updated on Aug 13, 2026

Performing a Calibration

A spindown calibration will ensure that your trainer is measuring power correctly. This quick process will help maintain consistency as you ride day in and day out, so make sure to perform a calibration before each ride in accordance with the trainer manufacturer's recommendation. Note: some trainers come "factory calibrated" and do not need calibrations performed by the user. How to Calibrate Your Trainer To calibrate your trainer, follow these simple steps: 1. Navigate to the Devices Tab in your TrainerRoad application. 2. Pair your trainer by clicking its name in the device list. 3. Click on the device again to open its settings. 4. Scroll down until you see the 'Calibrate' button. 5. Click "Calibrate" 6. You'll then be prompted to speed up until you've reached a target speed. 7. Once you reach your target speed, stop pedaling, and let your bike coast to a stop. 8. As the bike slows, and the calibration is successful, you'll be prompted to accept the calibration results. 9. Accept these results 10. You're good to go! Follow these steps on Desktop apps as well as Mobile to complete your spindown calibration before every ride! Spindown Calibration on Desktop (Mac and Windows) calibrationelectron_KICKR.gif Spindown Calibration on Mobile (iOS and Android) calibration_KICKR.gif How to Calibrate Your Power Meter A calibration, also known as "zeroing" your power meter, will ensure that your power meter is measuring your output accurately. This quick process will help maintain consistency as you ride day in and day out, so make sure to perform a calibration before each ride that you complete. To calibrate your power meter, follow these simple steps: 1. Navigate to the Devices Tab in your TrainerRoad application. 2. Pair your power meter by clicking its name in the device list. 3. Remove your feet from your pedals, and place each pedal at a 6 and 12 o'clock orientation (straight up and down). 4. Click on the device again to open its settings. 5. Scroll down until you see the 'Calibrate' button. 6. Click 'Calibrate' 7. Making sure that no weight is on your pedals, wait until the calibration process has completed. 8. The results of your calibration process will be shown after a few seconds. - TrainerRoad does not manipulate these values. These results are simply shown to display a successful calibration. The results will be saved and stored within the power meter itself and used to calculate accurate power values. 9. Your power meter is ready to use for your next workout! Follow these steps on Desktop apps as well as Mobile to complete your calibration before every ride! Power Meter Calibration on Desktop (Mac and Windows) calibrationelectron_PM.gif Power Meter Calibration on Mobile (iOS and Android) calibration_PM.gif Smart Trainer Calibration Troubleshooting Is your spindown calibration failing? We may have a few options to help you out. First, make sure that your smart trainer needs to be calibrated. There are several makes and models of smart trainers that come factory calibrated, meaning you don't have to perform calibrations. That said, In some cases, the required speed it takes to perform a spindown may not have been reached. To ensure that you're hitting the required speed, continue to pedal until you've reached around 3-5 kph or mph higher than the suggested target speed. Then let the wheel coast to a stop. Completing a calibration requires a very strong connection between the trainer and TrainerRoad because large amounts of information are being sent back and forth during this process. If any data does not transfer properly due to interference, a failed calibration may occur. In this case, make sure to try the following: - Increase Connection Strength: - Close the distance between your trainer and the device that you're using to run TrainerRoad - If your device is powered by your pedaling, pedal for around 5 minutes at least before trying to complete the spindown. This ensures the internal batteries have enough power to transmit speed values during the entire calibration - Remove Interferences: - Remove any wireless devices that are nearby since they can be causing interruptions in the connection. Anything from Bluetooth speakers, computer mice, or even internet modems are known to cause wireless interference. Click here for more ways to reduce interference. Power Meter Calibration Troubleshooting Just like a spindown calibration, a calibration for your power meter requires a very strong connection between the power meter and TrainerRoad because a great deal of information is being sent back and forth. If the connection is dropped at any point it may cause a failed calibration. In this case, make sure to try the following: - Increase Connection Strength: - Close the distance between your trainer and the device that you're using to run TrainerRoad - Make sure that your batteries are fresh! The newer and stronger the batteries, the stronger your connection will be. - Remove Interferences: - Remove any wireless devices that are nearby since they can be causing interruptions in the connection. Anything from Bluetooth speakers, computer mice, or even internet modems are known to cause wireless interference. Click here for more ways to reduce interference. - Correct Setup: - Make sure that you do not have any weight on your pedals when completing a calibration. - orient your pedals to the 6 and 12 o'clock position (straight up and down). If your pedals are horizontal, or not perfectly vertical, you may continually experience a failed calibration.

Last updated on Aug 13, 2026

ANT+ Heart Rate Monitor

Most ANT+ Heart Rate Monitors are compatible with TrainerRoad. The following article walks you through best practices to pair your HRM. Before attempting to pair your device, make sure you've read through this article on ANT+ Connectivity to confirm you have everything you need for an ANT+ connection with TrainerRoad. If you need help pairing a Bluetooth heart-rate monitor, check out this article about Bluetooth heart-rate monitors. Pairing your ANT+ Heart-Rate Monitor (Desktop) 1. Plug-in your ANT+ USB Stick to your computer 2. Open the Devices tab in the TrainerRoad app 3. Make sure ANT+ is "On" in TrainerRoad's settings 4. Make sure your Heart Rate Monitor is on and is sending data. For most HRMs, this is as simple as putting the device on. 5. Once the HRM is on, you should see it show up in the "Devices" menu. Click on the heart rate monitor to begin pairing. 6. Your heart-rate monitor is paired! Screen_Shot_2021-03-23_at_10.50.12_AM.png Screen_Shot_2021-03-23_at_10.50.27_AM.png Pairing your ANT+ Heart-Rate Monitor (Mobile) 1. Make sure that ANT+ is "On" 2. If ANT+ does not show as "On", double-check your ANT+ dongle and check your built-in ANT+ receiver (if your phone supports this function) 3. Wear the HRM so it can start transmitting a signal 4. Tap the heart rate device to initiate pairing 5. Once the border turns green the device is successfully connected and you are ready to ride! ANT_HR_RN1.PNG ANT_HR_RN2.PNG Pairing your ANT+ Heart-Rate Monitor (Legacy) 1. Plug in your ANT+ USB Stick 2. Wear the HRM so it is awake and can transmit a signal 3. Select "Pair" located next to the heart-rate monitor 4. TrainerRoad will search for the heart-rate monitor 5. Wait for TrainerRoad to find the heart-rate monitor 6. Your HRM is paired once the Search box turns green and you see data Troubleshooting - Make sure you're wearing your HR monitor properly - Wet the sensors to ensure a proper connection - Replace HR strap's batteries if need be If you are having problems with your ANT signal, Check out our ANT+ USB Troubleshooting Article.

Last updated on Aug 13, 2026

Bluetooth Heart Rate Monitor

TrainerRoad is compatible with most Bluetooth Heart Rate Monitors. Before attempting to pair, make sure you've read our article on Bluetooth Smart Connectivity to confirm you have everything needed to use Bluetooth. If you are having trouble connecting an ANT+ heart-rate monitor check out this link on ANT+ Heart-Rate Monitors. Pairing a Bluetooth Smart Heart-Rate Monitor (Desktop) 1. Make sure Bluetooth is turned on 2. Go to the Devices tab in the app 3. Click on the HR monitor Screen_Shot_2021-03-23_at_10.55.52_AM.png 4. Once your HR monitor is bordered in green it is paired! Screen_Shot_2021-03-23_at_10.56.10_AM.png Pairing a Bluetooth Smart Heart-Rate Monitor (Mobile) 1. Ensure Bluetooth is turned on 2. Navigate to the Devices tab in the app 3. Tap on the heart rate monitor and wait for it to pair BLE_HR_RN1.png 4. Once the device has a green border you are connected and ready to go! BLE_HR_RN2.PNG Pairing a Bluetooth Smart Heart-Rate Monitor (Legacy) 1. Ensure Bluetooth is turned on 2. Go to the Devices tab in the app 3. Scroll down to the section for Bluetooth devices. 4. Click "Pair" TrainerRoad will look for the HR monitor 5. Wait for TR to find the HR monitor. 6. Your HR monitor is now paired! - The box will turn green and display your current heart rate once the device is paired Troubleshooting TrainerRoad not finding your heart rate monitor? 1. Make sure you're wearing your HR monitor properly. 2. Wet the strap sensors to ensure a proper connection. 3. Replace HR strap's batteries. If your having problems with your Bluetooth, check out this article on troubleshooting Bluetooth

Last updated on Aug 13, 2026

CycleOps PowerTap Power Meter

How To Pair an ANT+ Power Meter https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zrws5n1Ks_Q Pairing your PowerTap (Desktop) Follow these instructions if you're on Windows or Mac: Step 1: Open the TrainerRoad app, go to the Devices section, and confirm ANT+ displays as "On" (top, right-hand corner of the window). PowerTap1.png Step 2: Wake up the power meter by pedaling, hover over the Power Meter tile, and click to begin pairing. Pairing is complete when your power meter is bordered in green. PowerTap2.png Step 3: After it's paired, click on the power meter tile again to open the Device Settings menu. From here, select "Calibrate". You're ready to ride after you calibrate. PowerTap3.png Pairing your PowerTap (Mobile) Follow these instructions if you're on iOS or Android: Step 1: Open the TrainerRoad app, navigate to the Devices section, and make sure ANT+ displays as "On". PowerTap4.png Step 2: Wake up the power meter by pedaling, and tap on the Power Meter. The power meter is paired when it's bordered in green. PowerTap5.png Step 3: Tap on the power meter again to drill into the device settings. PowerTap5.png Step 4: Tap "Calibrate". You're ready to ride after you calibrate. PowerTap6.png Pairing your PowerTap (Legacy) Follow these instructions if you're on the Legacy app: Step 1: Open the TrainerRoad app, and go to the Devices section. If you're seeing "ANT Channel Error", make sure your ANT+ is set up properly. Step 2: Select Pair next to Power Meter Make sure that the signal is displaying as either "Good" or "Excellent". Anything less might give you odd data when TrainerRoad is straining to pick up the signal. Step 3: Make sure that Enable VirtualPower is UN-checked. If VirtualPower is enabled, TrainerRoad will ignore readings from power meters and derive power from speed readings. Make sure to un-check the box pictured below. You're now ready to ride!

Last updated on Aug 13, 2026

Garmin Vector Power-Meter Pedals

How To Pair an ANT+ Power Meter https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zrws5n1Ks_Q The Garmin Vector Power-Meter Pedals measure a rider's power directly from the pedals. TrainerRoad will collect and display power data from the Garmin Vector using ANT+ or Bluetooth. Only Garmin Vector 3 and 3S can broadcast data via ANT+ and Bluetooth. Earlier models use ANT+ only. - Learn more about ANT+ connectivity. - Learn more about Bluetooth connectivity. image-20200728-192901__1_.png How Vectors Measure Power on TrainerRoad If using a single-sided version of the Vector power meter pedals (the "S" in Vector S stands for "single-sided"), power is only derived from the left side. That power is doubled and displayed as a complete reading. Keep in mind the single-leg measurement style of this power meter when considering single-leg (ILT) drills. Since power is only derived from the left pedal, riders will not get any readings during right-leg-only intervals. If you're using your Vectors to measure cadence, the workout will automatically pause during right-leg-only drills if you have the autoplay/pause feature turned on. If you own dual-sided Vectors (Vectors without the S nomenclature) and connect them via ANT+ or Bluetooth Smart, your power is measured on each side, added together, and sent to TrainerRoad in a single power package. How to Pair Your Garmin Vector with TrainerRoad (Mobile) Step 1: Navigate to the Devices tab and make sure ANT+ or Bluetooth is turned on. Vectors_1.png Step 2: Wake up the power meter by pedaling, and tap on the Power Meter. The power meter is paired when it's bordered in green. Vectors_2.png Step 3: Tap on the power meter again to drill into the device settings. Vectors_3.png Step 4: Tap "Calibrate". You're ready to ride after you calibrate. Vectors_4.png How to Pair Your Garmin Vector with TrainerRoad (Desktop) Step 1: Open the TrainerRoad app, go to the Devices section, and confirm ANT+ or Bluetooth displays as "On" (top, right-hand corner of the window). Vectors_5.png Step 2: Wake up the power meter by pedaling, hover over the Power Meter tile, and click to begin pairing. Pairing is complete when your power meter is bordered in green. Vectors_6.png Step 3: After it's paired, click on the power meter tile again to open the Device Settings menu. From here, select "Calibrate". You're ready to ride after you calibrate. Vectors_7.png How to Pair Your Garmin Vector with TrainerRoad (Legacy) Step 1: Open the TrainerRoad app, and go to the Devices section. If you're seeing "ANT Channel Error", make sureyour ANT+ is set up properly. Step 2: Select Pair next to Power Meter Make sure that the signal is displaying as either "Good" or "Excellent". Anything less might give you odd data when TrainerRoad is straining to pick up the signal. Step 3: Your Vector Pedals are Now Paired! The pairing box will turn green once your Vector has paired with TrainerRoad. You'll be able to view power, cadence, speed, the Vector's signal strength, and a button to manually zero your power meter. Step 4: Manually Zero Your Vector Manually zeroing your power meter is just like zeroing a scale before measuring your weight. Hit the Manual Zero button to complete this process. Although this step isn't required to start a workout, we recommend zeroing your Vector before each ride. Step 5: Make sure that Enable VirtualPower is UN-checked. If VirtualPower is enabled, TrainerRoad will ignore readings from power meters and derive power from speed readings. Make sure to un-check the box pictured below. You're now ready to ride! 2014-04-19_18-41-11.png

Last updated on Aug 13, 2026

Kurt Kinetic inRide Power Meter

2014-04-29_10-24-48.png Identifying Your inRide Power Meter The Kurt Kinetic inRide is a power meter that attaches to any Kurt Kinetic fluid trainer. The inRide will not work with other trainers. It's important to note that there are three generations of the inRide sensor. The generation you have will affect how it interacts with TrainerRoad. - To confirm the generation of your inRide, follow the instructions listed on this page. inRide 1 - The inRide 1 is only compatible with the TrainerRoad Legacy (AIR) App via a proprietary version of Bluetooth. - Here's a link to download the TrainerRoad Legacy app. - TrainerRoad Legacy (Mac) - TrainerRoad Legacy (Windows) inRide 2 - The inRide 2 is compatible with the regular TrainerRoad app via Bluetooth 4.0. - Learn more about Bluetooth Smart and TrainerRoad. inRide 3 - The inRide 3 is dual-band and compatible with the regular TrainerRoad app via both Bluetooth 4.0 and ANT+. - Learn more about ANT+ connectivity here. Troubleshooting inRide Doesn't Pair to TrainerRoad If you're having problems pairing the inRide, it may not be working correctly. To reset the inRide, remove the battery and put it in backward for at least three seconds. After this is done, put the battery back in the normal way, attach it to the trainer with the indentation on the sensor lined up with the magnet on the trainer roller, and try to pair it with TrainerRoad. maxresdefault.jpg Battery Life The inRide will stay paired and "awake" while TrainerRoad is running. To save battery life, close TrainerRoad after your workout or unpair the inRide. How to Pair Your inRide with TrainerRoad (Mobile) Step 1: Navigate to the Devices section of the app. Ensure Bluetooth or ANT+ displays as "On". 1.png Step 2: Tap on the inRide to initiate pairing. Once the device is bordered in green, it is paired. 2.png 4. Hit "Calibrate" to perform a Spindown Calibration. Once the calibration is complete, you're ready to ride! Note: Kinetic recommends warming the trainer up for 10 minutes before completing the calibration. 4.png How to Pair Your inRide with TrainerRoad (Desktop) Step 1: Navigate to the Devices section of the app. Ensure Bluetooth or ANT+ displays as "On". 5.png Step 2: Hover over and click on the inRide tile to begin pairing. Once the device is bordered in green, it has successfully paired. 6.png Step 3: Click the inRide one more time to open the Device Settings menu. From here you can calibrate the device. Note: Kinetic recommends warming the trainer up for 10 minutes before completing the calibration. 7.png Step 4: Once calibrated, you are ready to ride! 8.png How to Pair Your inRide with TrainerRoad (Legacy) Step 1: Open the TrainerRoad application and go to the Devices tab. Step 2: Scroll down to the list of Bluetooth devices and click the "Pair" button next to inRide. Step 3: Wait for your inRide to pair with TrainerRoad. Note: "Searching for device" will be displayed until the power meter is found. You may need to pedal in order to "wake up" the inRide. Step 4: The pairing box will turn green once your inRide is paired with TrainerRoad. Step 5: Select "Spindown" to perform a Spindown Calibration, and then you're ready to ride! Note: Kinetic recommends warming the trainer up for 10 minutes before completing calibration. Pro Flywheel 2014-04-29_10-58-31.png Check the Pro Flywheel box if you have one installed on your trainer. - Learn more about the Pro Flywheel.

Last updated on Aug 13, 2026

Power2Max Power Meter

How To: Pair an ANT+ Power Meter https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zrws5n1Ks_Q TrainerRoad will collect and display power data from all models of Power2Max power meters using ANT+. The NG and NGECO models are also compatible with TrainerRoad via Bluetooth. - Learn more about ANT+ connectivity. - Learn more about Bluetooth connectivity here. How to Pair Your Power2Max with TrainerRoad (Mobile) 1. Navigate to the Devices tab and make sure ANT+ is turned on. P2M_PM_1.png 2. Wake up the Power2Max by pedalling. After tapping on the Power Meter, note the green border showing it as 'paired'. P2M_PM_2.png 3. Tap on it once more to open the Device Settings screen. P2M_PM_3.png 4. Tap calibrate and you're ready to ride! P2M_PM_4.png Pairing your Power2Max (Desktop) 1. Open the TrainerRoad app and go to the Devices tab You will see this screen: P2M_PM_5.png 2. Hover over your Power Meter and click to begin pairing. Once pairing is complete, the PM will be bordered in green. P2M_PM_6.png 3. Once pairing, you can click on the PM again to open the Device Settings menu. From here you can calibrate the PM. P2M_PM_7.png You're now ready to ride! How to Pair Your Power2Max with TrainerRoad (Legacy) 1. Open the TrainerRoad application and go to the Devices tab. 2. Click the "Pair" button that corresponds with Power Meter. 3. Wait for your Power2Max to pair with TrainerRoad "Searching for device" will be displayed until TrainerRoad discovers the power meter. 4. Your Power2Max is Now Paired The pairing box will turn green once your Power2Max is paired with TrainerRoad. You'll be able to view power, cadence, speed, the Power2Max's signal strength, hours since your battery has been replaced, and a button to manually zero your power meter. 5. Manually Zero Your Power2Max Manually zeroing your power meter is akin to zeroing a scale before measuring your weight. Hit the Manual Zero button to complete this process. Although this step isn't required to start a workout, we recommend zeroing your Power2Max before each ride.

Last updated on Aug 13, 2026

Quarq Power Meter

How To: Pair an ANT+ Power Meter https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zrws5n1Ks_Q TrainerRoad will collect and display power data from all models of Quarq power meters using ANT+. The Quarq DZero/DFour models can also connect to TrainerRoad via Bluetooth. - Learn more about ANT+ connectivity. - Learn more about Bluetooth Smart here. How to Pair Your Quarq with TrainerRoad (Mobile) 1. Navigate to the Devices tab and make sure ANT+/Bluetooth is turned on. Quarq_P.M._1.png 2. Wake up the Quarq by pedalling. After tapping on the Power Meter, note the green border showing it as 'paired'. Quarq_P.M._2.png 3. Tap on it once more to open the Device Settings screen. Quarq_P.M._3.png 4. Tap calibrate with the crank arms vertical at 12:00 and 6:00. Quarq_P.M._4.png How to Pair Your Quarq with TrainerRoad (Desktop) 1. Open the TrainerRoad app and go to the Devices tab You will see this screen: Quarq_5.png 2. Hover over your Power Meter and click to begin pairing. Once pairing is complete, the PM will be bordered in green. Quarq_P.M._6.png 3. Once pairing, you can click on the PM again to open the Device Settings menu. From here you can calibrate the PM. Quarq_P.M._7.png You're now ready to ride! How to Pair Your Quarq with TrainerRoad (Legacy) 1. Open the TrainerRoad application and go to the Devices tab. 2. Click the "Pair" button that corresponds with Power Meter. 3. Wait for your Quarq to pair with TrainerRoad "Searching for device" will be displayed until TrainerRoad discovers your power meter. 4. Your Quarq is Now Paired The pairing box will turn green once your Quarq is paired with TrainerRoad. You'll be able to view power, cadence, the Quarq's signal strength, hours since your battery has been replaced, and a button to manually zero your power meter. 5. Manually Zero Your Quarq Manually zeroing your power meter is akin to zeroing a scale before measuring your weight. Hit the Manual Zero button to complete this process. Although this step isn't required to start a workout, we recommend zeroing your Quarq before each ride.

Last updated on Aug 13, 2026

SRM Power Meter

How To: Pair an ANT+ Power Meter https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zrws5n1Ks_Q TrainerRoad will collect and display power data from all models of SRM power meters using ANT+. Learn more about ANT+ connectivity. csm_Origin_Road_Miche_abfaff3c6a.jpg SRM's New PM9 models also allow connection through both ANT+ and Bluetooth. csm_PM9-Origin-Road-LOOK-CarbonTI_5dcba23632.png How to Pair Your SRM with TrainerRoad (Mobile) 1. Navigate to the Devices tab and make sure ANT+ is turned on. SRM_1.png 2. Wake up the SRM by pedalling. After tapping on the Power Meter, note the green border showing it as 'paired'. SRM_2.png 3. Tap on it once more to open the Device Settings screen. SRM_3.png 4. Tap calibrate with the crank arms vertical at 12:00 and 6:00. SRM_4.png Pairing your SRM (Desktop) 1. Open the TrainerRoad app and go to the Devices tab You will see this screen: SRM_5.png 2. Hover over your Power Meter and click to begin pairing. Once pairing is complete, the PM will be bordered in green. SRM_6.png 3. Once pairing, you can click on the PM again to open the Device Settings menu. From here you can calibrate the PM. SRM_7.png You're now ready to ride! How to Pair Your SRM with TrainerRoad (Legacy) 1. Open the TrainerRoad application and go to the Devices tab. 2. Click the "Pair" button that corresponds with Power Meter. 3. Wait for your SRM to pair with TrainerRoad "Searching for device" will be displayed until TrainerRoad finds your power meter. 4. Your SRM is Now Paired The pairing box will turn green once your SRM is paired with TrainerRoad. You'll be able to view power, cadence, speed, the SRM's signal strength, hours since your battery has been replaced, and a button to manually zero your power meter. 5. Manually Zero Your SRM Manually zeroing your power meter is akin to zeroing a scale before measuring your weight. Hit the Manual Zero button to complete this process. Although this step isn't required to start a workout, we recommend zeroing your SRM before each ride. You will see "Reported" and "Current" offset. "Reported Offset" is the reading the SRM is outputting. "Current Offset" is what TrainerRoad has saved. If these numbers do not match up, perform a manual zero. Note that both offsets are the same. You're ready to ride!

Last updated on Aug 13, 2026

Stages Power Meter Bluetooth 4.0

How To: Pair Your Stages Power Meter Using Bluetooth 4.0 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aH-JsXd9fNk TrainerRoad will collect and display power data from all models of Stages Cycling power meters using either ANT+ or Bluetooth Smart (4.0). Learn more about ANT+ connectivity. Or, learn more about Bluetooth Smart connectivity. How Your Stages Measures Power on TrainerRoad Unlike some power meters, the Stages does not take power measurements from both the left and right legs. Power is only derived from the left side. That power is doubled and displayed as a complete reading. Keep in mind the single-leg measurement style of this power meter when considering single-leg (ILT) drills. Since power is only derived from the left pedal, riders will not get any readings during right-leg-only intervals. If you're using your Stages to measure cadence, the workout will automatically pause during right-leg-only drills if you have the auto play/pause feature turned on. How to Pair Your Stages with TrainerRoad 1. Open the TrainerRoad application and go to the Devices tab. Stages_BT_1.png 2. Click the "Pair" button that corresponds with Power Meter, and wait for your Stages to pair with TrainerRoad "Searching for device" will be displayed until TrainerRoad finds your power meter. Stages_BT_2.png 3. Your Stages is Now Paired The pairing box will turn green once your Stages is paired with TrainerRoad. You'll be able to view power, cadence, the Stages' signal strength, hours since your battery has been replaced, and a button to manually zero your power meter. Stages_BT_3.png How to Pair Your Stages with TrainerRoad (Desktop) 1. Open the TrainerRoad application and go to the Devices tab. Stages_BT_4.png 2. Click the "Pair" button that corresponds with Power Meter, and wait for your Stages to pair with TrainerRoad "Searching for device" will be displayed until TrainerRoad finds your power meter. Once Paired, you'll see the Stages bordered in green. Stages_BT_5.png 3. Your Stages is Now Paired You'll be able to view power, cadence, the Stages' signal strength and a button to manually zero your power meter. Stages_BT_6.png 4. Manually Zero Your Stages Manually zeroing your power meter is akin to zeroing a scale before measuring your weight. Hit the Manual Zero button to complete this process. Although this step isn't required to start a workout, we recommend zeroing your Stages before each ride. Make sure the crank arm is positioned vertically at 6:00 and 12:00. Stages_BT_7.png How to Pair Your Stages with TrainerRoad (Legacy) 1. Open the TrainerRoad application and go to the Devices tab. 2. Click the "Pair" button that corresponds with Power Meter, and wait for your Stages to pair with TrainerRoad "Searching for device" will be displayed until TrainerRoad finds your power meter. 3. Your Stages is Now Paired The pairing box will turn green once your Stages is paired with TrainerRoad. You'll be able to view power, cadence, the Stages' signal strength, hours since your battery has been replaced, and a button to manually zero your power meter. 4. Manually Zero Your Stages Manually zeroing your power meter is akin to zeroing a scale before measuring your weight. Hit the Manual Zero button to complete this process. Although this step isn't required to start a workout, we recommend zeroing your Stages before each ride.

Last updated on Aug 13, 2026

Stages Power Meter ANT+

How To: Pair Your Stages Power Meter Using ANT+ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zrws5n1Ks_Q TrainerRoad will collect and display power data from all models of Stages Cycling power meters using either ANT+ or Bluetooth Smart (4.0). Learn more about ANT+ connectivity. Or, learn more about Bluetooth Smart connectivity. How to Pair Your Stages with TrainerRoad (Mobile) 1. Navigate to the Devices tab and make sure ANT+ is turned on. Stages_ANT_1.png 2. Wake up the Stages by pedaling. After tapping on the Power Meter, note the green border showing it as 'paired'. Stages_ANT_2.png 3. Tap on it once more to open the Device Settings screen. Stages_ANT_3.png 4. Tap calibrate with the crank arms vertical at 12:00 and 6:00. Stages_ANT_4.png Pairing your Stages (Desktop) 1. Open the TrainerRoad app and go to the Devices tab You will see this screen: Stages_ANT_5.png 2. Hover over your Power Meter and click to begin pairing. Once pairing is complete, the PM will be bordered in green. Stages_ANT_6.png 3. Once pairing, you can click on the PM again to open the Device Settings menu. From here you can calibrate the PM. Stages_ANT_7.png You're now ready to ride! How to Pair Your Stages with TrainerRoad (Legacy) 1. Open the TrainerRoad application and go to the Devices tab. 2. Click the "Pair" button that corresponds with Power Meter. 3. Wait for your Stages to pair with TrainerRoad "Searching for device" will be displayed until TrainerRoad finds your power meter. 4. Your Stages is Now Paired The pairing box will turn green once your Stages is paired with TrainerRoad. You'll be able to view power, cadence, the Stages' signal strength, hours since your battery has been replaced, and a button to manually zero your power meter. 5. Manually Zero Your Stages Manually zeroing your power meter is akin to zeroing a scale before measuring your weight. Hit the Manual Zero button to complete this process. Although this step isn't required to start a workout, we recommend zeroing your Stages before each ride.

Last updated on Aug 13, 2026

Wahoo Blue Speed/Cadence Sensor

The Wahoo Blue S/C sensor is a popular speed/cadence sensor combo. The latest models can be paired either via ANT+ or Bluetooth Smart (4.0), and can therefore be used with TrainerRoad for speed, cadence, and VirtualPower readings. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hoE9zWiZ2B0 Learn more about ANT+ connectivity, or learn more about Bluetooth Smart connectivity. How to Pair Your Speed/Cadence Sensor with TrainerRoad (Mobile) 1. Navigate to the Devices section of the app, make sure you have Bluetooth or ANT+ enabled, and the speed/cadence sensor is awake. Wahoo_Blue_1.png 2. Tap on the speed/cadence sensor to begin pairing. Note: ANT+ users will see the device listed as "Speed/Cadence". Wahoo_Blue_2.png How to Pair Your Speed/Cadence Sensor with TrainerRoad (Desktop) 1. Navigate to the Devices section of the app, make sure you have Bluetooth or ANT+ enabled, and the speed/cadence sensor is awake. Wahoo_Blue_3.png 2. Hover over and click on the Blue to begin pairing. Once the device is bordered in green it has successfully paired. Wahoo_Blue_4.png How to Pair Your Speed/Cadence Sensor with TrainerRoad (Legacy) 1. Open the TrainerRoad application, and go to the Devices tab. Make sure you scroll down to the list of Bluetooth Smart devices. 2. Click the "Pair" button that corresponds with Speed and Cadence Sensor under the list of Bluetooth Smart devices. You will need to pair your sensor as a speed and cadence sensor even if you are using only the speed or cadence portion of the sensor. 3. Wait for your sensor to pair with TrainerRoad. You will likely need to pedal to "wake up" your sensor. 4. Your Wahoo Blue is now paired! Learn more about using your sensor with VirtualPower. Troubleshooting Check Magnet Placement The most common problem with speed/cadence sensors is magnet placement. If you aren't getting speed or cadence readings, or getting very low or very high readings, check the magnet placement on both the crank and rear wheel. You'll want the magnet to pass right next to the sensor, but not so close that it touches. Battery Life A weak battery may not be strong enough to communicate with TrainerRoad. Try replacing the battery for a stronger signal. Pair with another head unit Try pairing your speed/cadence unit with another head unit (Garmin Edge or Wahoo ELEMNT). You'll want to see if both speed and cadence readings show up. Double check to make sure that your speed source is set to your speed sensor and not to GPS.

Last updated on Aug 13, 2026

Wahoo KICKR

The KICKR, made by Wahoo Fitness, is a direct drive smart trainer that uses automatic resistance control (ERG mode) to seamlessly match your power output to the prescribed power of your TrainerRoad workout. Its heavy flywheel provides a smooth power output as you ride to give you a true road feel. First thing’s first! Make sure you’ve downloaded the TrainerRoad app here. daniel_wahoo-kickr-17-power-trainer-2.png Device Compatibility | | Connections | | Modes | | Calibration | | Cadence 1 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | | Ant+ | Bluetooth | ERG | Resistance | Ant+ | Bluetooth | | | iOS | ✔ 2 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | N/A 4 | | Android | ✔ 2 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | N/A 4 | | Windows | ✔ 2 | ✔ 3 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | N/A 4 | | Mac | ✔ 2 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | N/A 4 | Show footnotes [1] Cadence transmitted by a smart trainer is an estimation of your cadence. This may not always be 100% accurate given potential changes in ride data throughout pedal stroke especially during periods of inconsistent cadence. For best results, the use of a dedicated cadence sensor is suggested, but not required. [2] ANT+ USB or key may be required to connect to ANT+ devices. [3] In order to use Bluetooth on Windows devices, a Bluetooth dongle is required. See more information here. [4] Cadence is not a feature that the KICKR supports. In order to have cadence with TrainerRoad using this trainer, you will need a dedicated cadence device. How to Use Your KICKR - Choosing Your Connection - Connect via ANT+. - Connect via Bluetooth. - Click here to learn how to pair your devices and adjust device settings. - Choosing Your Trainer's Mode - Erg Mode (default) - Resistance Mode - Calibration - Perform a Spindown calibration before each ride to ensure that your power is always as consistent as possible. - Note: KICKR v5's and newer models (any model past 2018) automatically calibrate on the fly as you ride. There's no need to calibrate manually with a spindown due to this functionality. You can learn more about this self-calibrating process here. - PowerMatch - Using a power meter along with your trainer? Here's how to use PowerMatch. KICKR Troubleshooting Device Dropouts - Dropouts can be seen while riding as an absence of data. You may be experiencing device dropouts if your data values drop to zero, or to a null '--' value. - Why this happens: The most common culprit of dropouts are typically low batteries which cause a weak signal, and interference from other nearby devices. - The solution: Click the following link to learn how to avoid device dropouts. ANT+ USB not recognized - Click here to learn more about ANT+ Troubleshooting. Bluetooth not connecting properly - Click here to learn more about Bluetooth Smart 4.0 Troubleshooting. Issues pairing your device - When trying to pair your device if you're unable to see, or pair your device properly, there may be a connection issue. This could be caused by a faulty connection with the device or another application may be using your Bluetooth or ANT+ connection. - The solution: Click on the following link to learn more about device pairing troubleshooting. Wattage Floor - It takes a minimum amount of watts to simply turn the pedals on a bike. This minimum wattage requirement can increase even more in higher gears. For more information on wattage floor and what it can look like, click here. - The solution: Change into an easier gear. This will allow your trainer to spin slower thus allowing it to reach lower power values. Inaccurate Speed - Speed readings when riding indoors on a smart trainer are inherently unreliable. The "speeds" riders achieve indoors are often not representative of speeds they'd be going outdoors at equivalent power levels. - Simply put, indoor speed readings can be misleading and don't add any value to the workout so TrainerRoad does not display them during your ride. To learn more about speed readings on a smart trainer, click here. Floating Power / Power Not Following Prescribed Power - Dropouts can cause your power values to get "stuck" in place and follow a constant power rather than changing with the workout profile. - The solution: Avoiding dropouts will help reduce the possibility of this happening. - Wattage floor/ceiling - If you find that your power is floating above your prescribed power, typically during a recovery interval, you may be experiencing wattage floor. - The solution: Change into an easier gear. This will allow your trainer to spin slower thus allowing it to reach lower power values. To learn more about what a wattage floor is, click here. - Power smoothing set to too high of a value can give the illusion that your power is not following the target power when in reality, it is. Power smoothing takes a running average of your incoming power over the span of time that you have selected in your settings, 1-30 seconds. Your average power over that time span is then shown on your workout player. - Common cases - You would notice this at the onset of an interval. When the interval starts, you may notice that your power is lagging behind quite a bit and then eventually rises to meet the prescribed wattage. This is due to the running average that's being calculated. - The solution - To fix this, you may need to lower your power smoothing value in your settings. If power smoothing is desired, we recommend adjusting your settings to around 4-7 seconds for most workouts. This should allow you to visually smooth your power while still allowing it to your power to catch up quickly when entering intervals. - NOTE: PowerSmoothing only visually adjusts your power during your workout. Only raw data is stored during your ride. Due to this, you may notice a difference between post, and during, workout graphs. - ERG Mode Not Set: If your trainer is set to resistance mode (or slope/standard mode with some trainers) your power will not be automatically adjusted to match the target power. In this case, your power may be graphed similarly to that of a power meter and float around without following any workout profile. Resistance Lock-up During Ride - When pedaling at a low cadence, or if you change during a change in prescribed power, it's possible that your KICKR can dramatically increase the resistance and prevent you from pedaling as the resistance continues to climb. - The solution: Begin backpedaling for around 5-10 seconds as the resistance unit loosens its grip. Then carry on pedaling. Erratic Power Values and Dropouts: Generation 1 KICKR Only - If you're using a generation 1 KICKR (notice it does not have a handle and it has a zebra pattern opposite the cassette) and you're experiencing wildly fluctuating power, or a continual dropout, you may need to clean your optical sensor. - To clean the optical sensor, gently rub a paper towel through the area shown below. image-2.png image-3.png KICKR Best Practices Calibration - For the most accurate and consistent power readings, make sure to perform a spindown calibration before each ride. - If time allows, the optimal solution would be to perform a spindown calibration after spinning for around 5-10 minutes to warm up internal components. Update Firmware - Updating your trainer's firmware to the latest release is very important. Many of these updates contain fixes that the manufacturer has been working on. Updating your firmware whenever the latest release is available will make sure that your device is always up-to-date with the most recent features and improvements. - To update your KICKR's firmware using an Android device, follow the directions found here. - To update your KICKR's firmware using an iOS device, follow the directions found here. Gearing - When using ERG mode, follow the gearing suggestions found in our smart trainer modes explained article for best results. - If using resistance, or standard/slope mode, you will need to make sure to shift your gears just as you would when riding outdoors. Doing so will allow you to reach your prescribed target power during your workout.

Last updated on Aug 20, 2026

Wahoo KICKR CLIMB

The KICKR CLIMB is an indoor training device that physically adjusts the front of your bike to mimic climbing while riding indoors. TrainerRoad automatically adjusts the CLIMB based on the percent FTP of the interval your workout prescribes. The CLIMB can currently only be used with TrainerRoad while connected via Bluetooth Smart. Important Notes: The CLIMB is currently only compatible with the Wahoo KICKR (2017 Edition or newer) and Wahoo KICKR SNAP (2017 Edition or newer). The Climb will only adjust automatically when its corresponding KICKR is paired to the TrainerRoad mobile app via Bluetooth. The Climb is not compatible with the TrainerRoad desktop app or ANT+ at this time. climb_bike.jpg How does the KICKR CLIMB work with TrainerRoad? TrainerRoad automatically controls the CLIMB based on the intensity of an interval during a structured workout. Although the CLIMB is capable of simulating descending, TrainerRoad will only raise the unit to mimic climbing during training. The CLIMB automatically raises on a range from 75% to 175% of FTP. The CLIMB will automatically raise 1% with every 5% increase in FTP within the 75-175% FTP range. That means efforts at 75% of FTP, and anything below, will keep the CLIMB at 0% grade. For example, if your interval is prescribed at 80% of FTP, TrainerRoad automatically increases the grade of the CLIMB to mimic a 1% grade. Similarly, if your interval is at 100%, the grade will adjust to a 5% grade. The CLIMB maxes out at a 20% grade. This means the CLIMB won’t raise any higher than 20% once you reach 175% of your FTP. You can reference the scale below for clarity on how the grade relates to changes in % of FTP. new.png How do I set up the KICKR CLIMB with TrainerRoad? In order to use the CLIMB & KICKR/KICKR SNAP with TrainerRoad, you must first pair the CLIMB to your trainer. Once you’ve followed the steps to connect your trainer to the CLIMB, pair the KICKR/KICKR SNAP to TrainerRoad. The CLIMB will automatically adjust during your workouts once these steps are complete. Follow the links below for information on how to pair your KICKR or KICKR SNAP: How to pair the KICKR How to pair the KICKR SNAP How to Pair the CLIMB to Your Trainer Step 1: Download the Wahoo Fitness App on your iOS or Android device. If you already have the application downloaded, check the App Store or Google Play Store to confirm you’re on the latest version of the Wahoo Fitness App. Step 2: Confirm your trainer has the latest version of firmware. This step also requires the Wahoo Fitness App that you will already have downloaded from Step 1. Step 3: Confirm the CLIMB and KICKR/KICKR SNAP are plugged into a power supply. Ensure your trainer is powered by the LED lights on the rear of the trainer. Ensure the CLIMB is powered by the blue LED light illuminated on the CLIMB remote. Step 4: Press and hold the center "lock mode" button on the CLIMB remote for 3 seconds until a white LED begins to flash steadily. Step 5: Bring the CLIMB’s remote near your KICKR/KICKR SNAP until the center white LED flashes quickly, then turns solid. Success! The center white LED remaining solid indicates the CLIMB is connected and successfully paired to your trainer. Step 6: Open the Wahoo Fitness App and confirm the CLIMB is on the latest version of firmware for optimal training experience with the unit. Follow the link below for more details on how to confirm your CLIMB’s firmware is up to date: https://support.wahoofitness.com/hc/en-us/articles/360000132459 Step 7: Confirm the KICKR/KICKR SNAP and CLIMB are disconnected from the Wahoo Fitness App. Step 8: Connect the KICKR to TrainerRoad to begin training. Why is the CLIMB not automatically adjusting during my workouts? If you're still experiencing issues, shoot our support team a message at [email protected].

Last updated on Aug 13, 2026

Wahoo KICKR Snap

The Wahoo KICKR Snap is a smart trainer that connects to TrainerRoad via either ANT+ or Bluetooth Smart. TrainerRoad can automatically control the KICKR Snap's resistance in accordance with the workout's profile. This is a wheel-on trainer that uses its heavy flywheel to deliver smooth power. First thing’s first! Make sure you’ve downloaded the TrainerRoad app here. Screen_Shot_2019-02-16_at_18.12.25.png Device Compatibility | | Connections | | Modes | | Calibration | | Cadence 1 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | | Ant+ | Bluetooth | ERG | Resistance | Ant+ | Bluetooth | | | iOS | ✔ 2 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | N/A 4 | | Android | ✔ 2 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | N/A 4 | | Windows | ✔ 2 | ✔ 3 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | N/A 4 | | Mac | ✔ 2 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | N/A 4 | Show footnotes [1] Cadence transmitted by a smart trainer is an estimation of your cadence. This may not always be 100% accurate given potential changes in ride data throughout pedal stroke especially during periods of inconsistent cadence. For best results, the use of a dedicated cadence sensor is suggested, but not required. [2] ANT+ USB or key may be required to connect to ANT+ devices. [3] In order to use Bluetooth on Windows devices, a Bluetooth dongle is required. See more information here. [4] Cadence is not a feature that the KICKR Snap supports. In order to have cadence with TrainerRoad using this trainer, you will need a dedicated cadence device. How to Use Your KICKR Snap - Choosing Your Connection - Connect via ANT+. - Connect via Bluetooth. - Click here to learn how to pair your devices and adjust device settings. - Choosing Your Trainer's Mode - Erg Mode (default) - Resistance Mode - Setup - Calibration - Perform a Spindown calibration before each ride to ensure that your power is always as consistent as possible. - Trainer Pressure - Rolling resistance (with regards to TrainerRoad) is defined as the amount of pressure on your tire from the trainer's roller. This is an important variable to keep consistent between rides to keep your training as consistent as possible. Keep track of how many turns you tighten your trainer onto your wheel and repeat the same steps each time you remove/install your bike. - Tire Pressure - Tire pressure can also affect rolling resistance. Make sure you pump your tires up to the same amount of pressure for each workout. - PowerMatch - Using a power meter along with your KICKR Snap? Here's how to use PowerMatch. KICKR Snap Troubleshooting Device Dropouts - Dropouts can be seen while riding as an absence of data. You may be experiencing device dropouts if your data values drop to zero, or to a null '--' value. - Why this happens: The most common culprit of dropouts are typically low batteries which cause a weak signal, and interference from other nearby devices. - The solution: Click the following link to learn how to avoid device dropouts. ANT+ USB not recognized - Click here to learn more about ANT+ Troubleshooting. Bluetooth not connecting properly - Click here to learn more about Bluetooth Smart 4.0 Troubleshooting. Issues pairing your device - When trying to pair your device if you're unable to see, or pair your device properly, there may be a connection issue. This could be caused by a faulty connection with the device or another application may be using your Bluetooth or ANT+ connection. - The solution: Click on the following link to learn more about device pairing troubleshooting. Wattage Floor - It takes a minimum amount of watts to simply turn the pedals on a bike. This minimum wattage requirement can increase even more in higher gears. For more information on wattage floor and what it can look like, click here. - The solution: Change into an easier gear. This will allow your trainer to spin slower thus allowing it to reach lower power values. Inaccurate Speed - Speed readings when riding indoors on a smart trainer are inherently unreliable. The "speeds" riders achieve indoors are often not representative of speeds they'd be going outdoors at equivalent power levels. Simply put, indoor speed readings can be misleading and don't add any value to the workout so TrainerRoad does not display them during your ride. To learn more about speed readings on a smart trainer, click here. Floating Power / Power Not Following Prescribed Power - Dropouts can cause your power values to get "stuck" in place and follow a constant power rather than changing with the workout profile. - The solution: Avoiding dropouts will help reduce the possibility of this happening. - Wattage floor/ceiling - If you find that your power is floating above your prescribed power, typically during a recovery interval, you may be experiencing wattage floor. - The solution: Change into an easier gear. This will allow your trainer to spin slower thus allowing it to reach lower power values. To learn more about what a wattage floor is, click here. - Power smoothing set to too high of a value can give the illusion that your power is not following the target power when in reality, it is. Power smoothing takes a running average of your incoming power over the span of time that you have selected in your settings, 1-30 seconds. Your average power over that time span is then shown on your workout player. - Common cases - You would notice this at the onset of an interval. When the interval starts, you may notice that your power is lagging behind quite a bit and then eventually rises to meet the prescribed wattage. This is due to the running average that's being calculated. - The solution - To fix this, you may need to lower your power smoothing value in your settings. If power smoothing is desired, we recommend adjusting your settings to around 4-7 seconds for most workouts. This should allow you to visually smooth your power while still allowing it to your power to catch up quickly when entering intervals. - NOTE: PowerSmoothing only visually adjusts your power during your workout. Only raw data is stored during your ride. Due to this, you may notice a difference between post, and during, workout graphs. - ERG Mode Not Set: If your trainer is set to resistance mode (or slope/standard mode with some trainers) your power will not be automatically adjusted to match the target power. In this case, your power may be graphed similarly to that of a power meter and float around without following any workout profile. Resistance Lock-up During Ride - When pedaling at a low cadence, or if your change cadence during a change in prescribed power, it's possible that your KICKR Snap can dramatically increase the resistance and prevent you from pedaling as the resistance continues to climb. - The solution: Begin backpedaling for around 5-10 seconds as the resistance unit loosens its grip. Then carry on pedaling. Tire Slippage - If you find that your tire slips when pedaling, you may need to increase the tension between your tire and the trainer. - Solution: Tighten the trainer contact knob in 45-degree increments until the slippage stops. Also, make certain that your tire is inflated to the proper pressure as this will help the contact pressure between the two surfaces. KICKR Snap Best Practices Calibration - For the most accurate and consistent power readings, make sure to perform a spindown calibration before each ride. - If time allows, the optimal solution would be to perform a spindown calibration after spinning for around 5-10 minutes to warm up internal components and tire to trainer contact. Update Firmware - Updating your trainer's firmware to the latest release is very important. Many of these updates contain fixes that the manufacturer has been working on. Updating your firmware whenever the latest release is available will make sure that your device is always up-to-date with the most recent features and improvements. - To update your KICKR Snap's firmware using an Android device, follow the directions found here. - To update your KICKR Snap's firmware using an iOS device, follow the directions found here Gearing - When using ERG mode, follow the gearing suggestions found in our smart trainer modes explained article for best results. - If using resistance, or standard/slope mode, you will need to make sure to shift your gears just as you would when riding outdoors. Doing so will allow you to reach your prescribed target power during your workout. Tire Pressure - To ensure that you're experiencing the most consistent training with a wheel-on trainer, make sure to check the following: - Calibrate before each ride - Ensure that your tire is inflated to the same pressure before each ride. Trainer Contact Pressure - To ensure that you're experiencing the most consistent training with a wheel-on trainer, you should make sure that your trainer contact pressure is the same each time that you install your bike on the trainer. When tightening the roller onto your wheel, once the trainer touches the wheel, turn the knob 2-3 full rotations. Remember how much you tighten this tension before each workout and follow the same steps each time you place your bike back on the trainer.

Last updated on Aug 13, 2026