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Workout Creator

TrainerRoad's Workout Creator allows you to replicate an outdoor ride, customize an existing workout or create your own personal workouts. It's available on PC and Mac. Download the Workout Creator from the following links: - Mac Download - Windows Download Note: In order to use the Workout Creator on Windows, Adobe AIR must be installed on your computer. If you don't have it, you can download Adobe AIR here. Workout Creator Features - Creating a Custom Workout - Adding Text to a Workout - Copy/Clone Workouts - Workout Snippets Frequently Asked Questions Is the Workout Creator available for iOS and Android? Workout Creator is currently only available on our Mac and Windows desktop platforms. You'll need to use a laptop or desktop to create your custom workout. But don’t worry! After you publish your Custom Workout from the Workout Creator, it will be ready to use on any of our platforms - including iOS and Android. If I have an electronic trainer, can I designate specific intervals in a custom-created workout to switch out of ERG mode and into resistance or standard mode? No. At the moment, it is not possible to create a workout that will prompt your trainer to automatically switch modes within the workout. All custom workouts will default to the last trainer setting you used. How can I import a workout from TrainingPeaks? Sync TrainingPeaks with TrainerRoad to have your custom workouts automatically sync to TrainerRoad. Note: TrainingPeaks workouts will sync to TrainerRoad two days in advance. How can I import an outside ride that I recorded with GPS? If you have a TCX file from Strava, Garmin Connect, Ride With GPS, or other mapping services, you can use a third-party app called BestBikeSplit to convert the TCX file to an ERG file which you can then import into the Workout Creator. You can learn more about that process here. Can I build workouts using a watt range instead of % of FTP? No. The Workout Creator builds workouts using an exact percent of FTP. We use percent of FTP so every workout scales to your current fitness level. You can still see the wattage while you build. Adjust the % of FTP for an interval and the Workout Creator shows the matching watts based on your current FTP. Why won't the "e" or "d" key type in the Workout Creator? On macOS, the "e" and "d" keys can be claimed by system shortcuts, which stops them from typing in the Workout Creator. The "e" key usually opens Emoji & Symbols and the "d" key usually opens dictation. Step One: Open the Apple menu and select System Settings. Step Two: Select Keyboard, then select Keyboard Shortcuts. Step Three: Select App Shortcuts in the sidebar, then select the + button. Step Four: Set Application to WorkoutCreator. Step Five: For Menu Title, enter Emoji & Symbols exactly as written. Step Six: For Keyboard Shortcut, press Option + Command + E, then select Done. Repeat those steps for the "d" key if dictation opens instead.

Workout Creator • Last updated on Aug 17, 2026

How Does Power Smoothing Work?

Because power is an inherently sensitive measurement, it can appear that you're not maintaining target power during your workout. In reality, it's likely your average power is right on the money. To make sure athletes don't get distracted by seemingly "jumpy" power readings, we've enabled Power Smoothing. Power Smoothing applies a rolling average of 1-30 seconds to your power data in the data field of the workout player for the interval you are currently in. You can control your Power Smoothing settings from the Settings section of the apps. Note: Power Smoothing settings do not apply to the actual graph of your power. powersmoothing_hero_image.png How to Enable Power Smoothing in Mobile Step 1. Launch the TrainerRoad App Step 2. From the navigation menu, select Settings powersmoothing_RN1.jpeg Step 3. Under the Power Smoothing section of the Settings menu, drag the slider to adjust from 0-30 seconds. powersmoothing_RN2.jpeg How to Enable Power Smoothing in Desktop Step 1. Launch the TrainerRoad App Step 2. From the navigation menu, select Settings powersmoothing_electron1.png Step 3. Under the Power Smoothing section of the Settings menu, drag the slider to adjust from 0-30 seconds. powersmoothing_electron2.png How to Choose a Power Smoothing Setting The right Power Smoothing setting can depend on the type of workout you're doing. For example, a Power Smoothing setting of 10 seconds (or higher) will make more sense for longer duration intervals, while a setting of 3 seconds is a better fit for short, higher intensity intervals. It ultimately comes down to personal preference. The important thing to remember is this only affects the Power section of the data field. This won't smooth the graph of your power. Note: Power Smoothing doesn't affect the functionality of ERG mode or PowerMatch in any way.

General Usage FAQs • Last updated on Aug 13, 2026

Ramp Test FAQs

The Ramp Test is our preferred method for getting an effective estimate of Functional Threshold Power: a measure of cycling performance and the metric used to guide all TrainerRoad workouts. To learn more about FTP testing and the Ramp Test, click here. Ramp Test - Frequently Asked Questions How does TrainerRoad calculate my FTP from the Ramp Test? We take 75% of your best one-minute power. If you are above target for the final minute, the app will reduce your result by a small amount. It’s important to follow the target power closely as you progress through your test. How hard should I go during the ramp test? For the most accurate results, give the ramp test everything you've got. At the end of the testing section, you should have nothing left in the tank. I didn’t immediately stop pedaling immediately after I failed the test. Does this affect my FTP calculation? Nope! Your FTP is based on your best one-minute power, not your last one-minute power. So, soft-pedaling or grinding gears after finishing the ramped section will not affect your FTP score in any way. What if I think my score is too high? If you score slightly higher than you expect, we recommend you still keep the Ramp Test result and see how training goes. You might surprise yourself with how much you're able to handle. Our workouts are designed to be pretty challenging, but doable. If you are able to successfully complete the first several workouts using your Ramp Test FTP, you'll know that you're using the correct FTP. That said, if you find that you are unable to complete many of your prescribed workouts, you can go ahead and decrease your FTP in 2-5% increments as needed. What if I think my score is too low? If you score slightly lower than you expect we recommend you still take the Ramp Test result and see how training goes. In particular, pay attention to how you're able to handle threshold work or any VO2 max efforts. If you feel that typically very hard workouts are just too easy, you can always manually adjust your FTP on your Account page. We recommend adjusting in 2-5% increments as needed. If you think your FTP result is much lower than it should be we recommend to check the following: - Did you REALLY dig deep and go hard? - Do you have excessive fatigue going into the test? - Did you have a major power dropout during your Ramp Test? - Were you able to achieve a level of performance similar to recent PRs? - Did you follow the target power closely? - Remember, the app will reduce your result by a small amount if you are above target for the final minute I’m a steady-state athlete (TT or triathlon). Should I do the Ramp Test or is the 20-minute test a better assessment for me? We recommend the Ramp test. Even though the intensity of the effort required during the final steps of a Ramp Test is well above the intensity required during a longer, lower-intensity effort, the information gleaned from the ramp protocol is more accurate than an FTP estimate based on a poorly paced 8- or 20-minute test. With a sufficient level of commitment and freshness, this format leaves little room for error in cyclists of all disciplines. I went into the test fatigued and got a low score. I thought the new test is less dependent on fatigue? While the new test may take less time and may exact a smaller physiological toll on the athlete, it is not any easier. You need to be reasonably recovered and prepared for any assessment workout in order to obtain usable results. Can/should I do the Ramp Test more often than the 8/20 minute tests? We still recommend assessing every 4-6 weeks. If you’ve taken more than 3-4 weeks off from training, resume training following an FTP assessment. Do you still have the old 8 and 20-minute tests? Yes! The 8 minute and 20-minute tests aren’t going anywhere, and you can still use them if you prefer them. Can I increase the warmup? We don't recommend increasing the warmup, but it can be done if necessary. Due to the very low-intensity nature of the warmup and the fact that it’s scaled to your previous or predicted FTP, this assessment incorporates a sufficient warm-up period that will adequately prepare riders for the higher-intensity steps that will close the ramp assessment. If, however, you’d prefer to add a few extra minutes of warmup time prior to beginning the Ramp Test, do so every time you perform a Ramp Test in order to keep the results and protocol consistent. Should I do this test in ERG mode? If you have a smart trainer we recommend that you do the test in ERG mode (default). A smart trainer is not required and those doing the test in ERG mode do not have an advantage over individuals on a traditional trainer. What is a good ride to do after the Ramp test to keep my TSS® in line with the 8/20 minute tests? It’s not required to do a workout after the Ramp Test. But for riders who want to get a little work in, we recommend actively recovering for 10-15 minutes followed by one of these workouts: - Carter - Birch - West Vidette - Pettit - Homers Nose - Bald Knob Why can't I find the Ramp Test in the app? Make sure that your app is up to date. The Ramp Test is not available on some older versions of the TrainerRoad. If it's still not showing up, check to see if there are filters enabled that might be hiding the app from your workouts list. Note: The Ramp Test is not available in our Legacy app. Legacy users will need to continue using the 8- and 20-minute FTP tests. If you have any questions about this, please contact our support team at [email protected].

General Usage FAQs • Last updated on Aug 13, 2026

PowerMatch: Using Power Meters with Smart Trainers

PowerMatch is a feature from TrainerRoad that allows you to use a power meter to control the resistance on your smart trainer. How PowerMatch Works PowerMatch allows riders to display and record power readings from their power meter and still benefit from the automatic resistance control of their smart trainer. It lets riders get consistent power readings from their power meter both indoors and outdoors without having to give up the benefits of their smart trainer. Put simply, PowerMatch will use the power readings from your power meter to control your smart trainer. TrainerRoad will measure the power offset between your power meter and smart trainer; it will then adjust the resistance of your smart trainer based on that offset in power and the current interval target. PowerMatch will work with any smart trainer that works in ERG mode with TrainerRoad. "What is the "power offset" you're talking about?" The reality of the power-device world is that different devices will often display discrepancies in their readings. For example, an output of 200 watts on a power meter may equate to an output of 220 watts on a smart trainer. These two devices would have an offset of 20 watts at that level of output. PowerMatch effectively neutralizes this offset. Using PowerMatch with Mobile TrainerRoad's default PowerMatch setting is to use the power from the power meter to control the smart trainer's resistance. Simply pair the power meter and smart trainer, make sure PowerMatch is set to "New", and TrainerRoad will take care of the rest! Additionally, the offset between the power meter and smart trainer will be measured, and the trainer adjusted (if necessary), constantly. Note that the power meter will display as your power source in your Online Career. powermatchRN1.PNG Using PowerMatch with Desktop TrainerRoad's default PowerMatch setting is to use the power from the power meter to control the smart trainer's resistance. Simply pair the power meter and smart trainer, and TrainerRoad will take care of the rest! Additionally, the offset between the power meter and smart trainer will be measured, and the trainer adjusted (if necessary), constantly. Note that the power meter will display as your power source in your Online Career. powermatch_electron1.png If you wish to disable PowerMatch or apply a consistent offset, you may do so under the Device Settings menu, by clicking on the paired smart trainer. powermatch_electron2.png Sensitivity Setting Sensitivity is an advanced setting for our newest version of PowerMatch. It is set at 0.5 by default, which proved to be a better experience for most athletes. However, you may find that a different setting works better for your power meter / trainer combination and or personal preferences. A higher value should translate to quicker update to the trainer / power meter offset. While this may sound desirable, updating too fast can make for jumpy resistance levels. A lower sensitivity will likely result in smoother power, but the resistance adjustments from changes in power offset may take longer. How to Disable PowerMatch If you wish to disable PowerMatch, you may do so within the pairing screen of your smart trainer. Disabling PowerMatch will prompt TrainerRoad to display and record power readings from your power meter if both a power meter and smart trainer are paired at the same time. ERG mode is still available; however, the smart trainer will use its own power data to calculate resistance instead of the data from your power meter. If there is a discrepancy in power readings between the smart trainer and power meter, disabling PowerMatch can make it look like you are constantly above or below the power target. powermatchRN2.PNG Apply Consistent Offset Between Trainer/Power Meter If you know the power offset between your trainer and power meter and do not wish for TrainerRoad to continuously measure and adjust this, you can input this offset to be applied to the entire workout. You can do this within the pairing screen of your smart trainer. Note: The offset calibrates your trainer to your power meter. In other words, the manual offset adjusts your trainer to be at the same output as your power meter. For example, if your trainer reads 200 watts and your power meter reads 210 watts, you will apply a -10 watt offset. powermatchRN3.PNG Legacy PowerMatch Setting The Legacy PowerMatch setting uses our older version of PowerMatch. We've found the new version (enabled by default) improves trainer responsiveness and provides a better experience. If you preferred the earlier version, select Legacy under PowerMatch settings. Using PowerMatch with Legacy AIR App TrainerRoad's default PowerMatch setting is to use the power from the power meter to control the smart trainer's resistance. Simply pair the power meter and smart trainer, and TrainerRoad will take care of the rest! Note that the power meter will display as your power source in your Online Career. Additionally, the offset between the power meter and smart trainer will be measured and adjusted (if necessary) every ten seconds as per the default settings. If you wish to disable PowerMatch or apply a consistent offset, you may do so under your Profile tab. Disabling PowerMatch will prompt TrainerRoad to display & record power readings from the power meter if both a power meter and smart trainer are paired at the same time. According to our device paring hierarchy, the power meter will take precedence over the trainer. If you don't want to use PowerMatch, and you'd like power readings from only your smart trainer, unpair your power meter. If you know the power offset between your trainer and power meter and do not wish for TrainerRoad to continuously measure and adjust this, you can input this offset to be applied to the entire workout. Why Does My Power Appear Less Smooth with PowerMatch Applied? Those well-versed in smart trainer usage will be very familiar with the smooth nature of graphed power in ERG mode. This power appears so smooth primarily because of natural smoothing that the sizable flywheels of many smart trainers applies. Many strain-gauge power meters measure power directly from the pedal, crank arm, or crank. This method of measuring power is more sensitive than what most smart trainers use, and thus, even riders with the smoothest pedal strokes will notice "jumpier" power readings. This is nothing to worry about so long as the fluctuations are not drastic. Power Graphed with only Smart Trainer Power Graphed with PowerMatch (Smart Trainer + Power Meter) Despite these graphs appearing slightly different, both users got the same training benefit from these intervals. The top profile simply doesn't represent the actual fluctuations in power as clearly as the bottom.

Smart Trainers • Last updated on Aug 20, 2026

Elite Drivo II

The Elite Drivo II is a smart trainer that connects to TrainerRoad through ANT+ FEC or Bluetooth FTMS. TrainerRoad can automatically control the Drivo II’s resistance in accordance with the workout's profile. drivo_II.jpg How do I Set Up the Elite Drivo II with TrainerRoad? Take a look at this article for instructions on how to pair via ANT+ FEC. How Does the Elite Drivo II Work with TrainerRoad? The Elite Drivo II has a selection of two modes that can be used with TrainerRoad. Riders can toggle between ERG and Resistance mode in the desktop app by using the dropdown tool located on the bottom bar of the workout screen. While using the mobile app, the mode can be changed by going to the Devices tab and tapping on the connected trainer’s name. ERG Mode ERG is the most commonly-used mode when doing a TrainerRoad workout with a Drivo II. While in ERG mode, TR will automatically adjust the resistance on the trainer in accordance with the workout's profile in ERG mode. The rider can keep a steady cadence and leave their bike in a single gear for the duration of the workout while the Drivo II makes any necessary adjustments. ERG mode makes for very smooth watts and a great workout! Resistance Mode While in Resistance mode, the Elite Drivo II delivers a similar experience to that of an adjustable magnetic trainer with a linear power curve. This mode includes a variable resistance setting that can be electronically adjusted. Resistance mode is intended to allow the user to emulate the slope, or pitch that a rider would encounter on any given road. Resistance mode is also the default mode for certain testing intervals. How does the Elite Drivo II work with TrainerRoad during a test workout? The Ramp Test can be completed entirely in either ERG mode or Resistance mode. It is completely up to the individual rider, but most people prefer ERG mode so they can stick to focusing on pedaling! For 8- and 20- minute FTP Tests, TrainerRoad will automatically switch the Drivo II from ERG into Resistance mode during the test intervals (8 or 20 minute periods) of a test workout. TrainerRoad will control your Drivo II throughout the warm up, ensuring that you're well prepared for the test(s), but will switch modes once the test starts. Resistance mode allows you to shift gears to find the optimal cadence for your test and will help you achieve the highest wattage average possible.

Smart Trainers • Last updated on Aug 13, 2026

How to Test With the Ramp Test

The purpose of an FTP test is to find your maximum sustainable power output. At TrainerRoad, we do this through the Ramp Test. The TrainerRoad Ramp Test is designed to take you until failure in order to gain an accurate FTP estimation. The test will continue until you either stop pedaling or pause the workout. It will then automatically calculate your FTP and drop you into a recovery interval. The most important advice for completing the Ramp Test is to GO UNTIL FAILURE. Each second matters during the test. Even if you only make it 10 seconds into a new step, that will still factor into your FTP calculation. It's also important to follow the target power closely as you progress through the test. Stay in the saddle the entire time and use a cadence that feels most comfortable. Check out the video below to get an in-depth look at how you should approach the Ramp test. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wWHgMzpvH7c For more specific Ramp Test details, click here. How It's Calculated After completing the Ramp Test, we calculate your FTP taking 75% to your highest 1-minute of power. Again, every second matters, so even if you only progress partly through your last step, it will affect the outcome. (Note: More complicated calculations may be applied when determining FTP from a Ramp Test depending on how accurately a rider followed the format of the test. This means, 75% of a rider's 1-minute power may not translate to their actual FTP calculation.) Testing on a Smart Trainer vs. Traditional Trainer When using a Smart Trainer, we do recommend using ERG Mode as it is the default for the test. That being said, a smart trainer is not required in order to complete the test. For traditional trainers, it's very important to focus on following the target profile to the best of your ability. With that, those doing the test in ERG mode do not have an advantage over individuals on a traditional trainer. When To Do an FTP Test? Generally, FTP tests are best done at the beginning of each training block (about every 4-6 weeks). This allows enough time to catch any fitness changes. Additionally, if you’ve taken an extended break from training, it’s a good idea to start with a test. Every TrainerRoad training plan automatically includes the Ramp Test for each training block If all of this seems overwhelming, you’re not alone. Many cyclists find testing cumbersome and draining. With TrainerRoad AI, you can use AI FTP Detection. This feature replaces the need to test. It uses AI to analyze your training progress, relative strengths, previous experience, and many other factors to give you an informed and data-backed FTP. More info on FTP testing tips here: FTP Testing: Tips & Strategy to Prepare for Your Next FTP Test

Assessing your Fitness Level (FTP) • Last updated on Jul 21, 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].

Setting Up Equipment and Connecting Devices • Last updated on Aug 13, 2026

CompuTrainer

Apps Compatible with CompuTrainer The CompuTrainer will work with TrainerRoad through the "Legacy" Windows and Mac apps. CompuTrainer support is not available for iOS or Android devices. You can download the Legacy apps from the following links: Legacy Windows Download Legacy Mac Download Note: If you're a Mac user, and you're using MacOS X 10.15 (Catalina) or newer, contact us at [email protected] so we can provide instructions to download our older Legacy AIR app. Necessary Drivers for the CompuTrainer To use a CompuTrainer with TrainerRoad, you'll need to install the correct drivers first, so if you're looking to go this route reach out to [email protected] and we'd be happy to send them your way. Hardware Handlebar Unit The handlebar unit should have firmware version 43.45 or newer. This is the number that shows up on the screen when the unit is powered on. If it's older it might still work but if it doesn't, you may need to upgrade. Buttons F1/Start - Start or stop the workout Stop - Stops the workout F2 - Switches modes between Slope (gradient) and ERG (resistance changes to match target power) F3 - Enter or exit calibration mode. Once in calibration mode, spin up to the required speed on the handlebar unit and then coast. Once the new calibration value is displayed, press F3 to save the new value and resume the workout +/- buttons - In Slope mode - changes the slope up or down by 0.1 In Erg mode - changes the workout percent up or down, which increases or decreases the target watts Adapter To use your CompuTrainer with TrainerRoad, you need a USB to Stereo adapter. CompuTrainer: General Use with TrainerRoad Starting and stopping a workout Press Start on the handlebar unit to start or stop a workout. You can also use the play/pause button on the workout screen Calibration After the trainer is warmed up (5-10 minutes), it's good practice to calibrate the CompuTrainer. To calibrate, just press F3. This will pause the workout and allow you to spin up and coast down to get a new calibration number. The old number shows on the bottom and 0.00 shows up on top. After the spindown, the new number will show up on top. Press F3 to save the new number. If the number is outside the range of 2.5 to 3.5 you may want to adjust the tension on the rear wheel. Tighten to make the number go up, and loosen to make the number go down. Test Workouts During test intervals of the test workouts (8-minute test and 20-minute test), TrainerRoad will automatically switch to Slope mode at 2%. Since the goal of the test interval is to put out the highest average watts possible, you'll want to shift and/or adjust the slope up or down so you can pedal at your optimal cadence. Free Rides Since there is no watt target in a free ride, you'll automatically start at 150W. You can use the up and down arrows to adjust this by 5-watt increments. You can also use F2 (or the mode dropdown on the devices tab) to switch to Slope mode. Use the up/down arrows to adjust the slope setting in 0.1 increments. Multiple Devices If you have ANT+ or Bluetooth Smart devices paired in addition to your Computrainer, you'll see this data as well. For cadence, speed, and power, any device that sends this data will be shown and recorded instead of the Computrainer data. For example, if you have a Quarq power meter and a Computrainer paired at the same time, cadence and power will be recorded from the Quarq and speed will be recorded from your Computrainer. The Computrainer will still use its power measurements internally to set the load on the trainer in ERG mode. Troubleshooting Computrainer won't pair when the search button is pressed. Make sure you have the driver installed. Reach out to [email protected] if you don't have them. Hard coding the Port If you try to pair the device and it fails, you'll see a dropdown menu in Windows for choosing the port. Alternatively, there is a config.txt file in your Documents folder under the TrainerRoad subfolder. Open that file by double-clicking on it. Be sure to save the file and restart TrainerRoad for changes to take effect. On Windows, we search com1- com24, and on Mac, we search all of the com ports (/dev/cu.*). If this isn't working for you, find the port that your Computrainer is connected to and replace ctport="auto" in the config.txt file with your port number. On Windows, you should be able to find this in other Computrainer software or Device Manager under "Ports". For example, if it's on comm port 3 you'd change the line above to this: ctport="com3" On OSX, it's a little trickier to figure out what port the Computrainer is on. From Terminal, run ls -l /dev/cu.* to see all of the serial devices connected. By unplugging the CT you should be able to figure out which one it is. It might be something like: ctport="/dev/cu.usbserial1" Check the firmware version of the handlebar unit If it is lower than 43.45 you may need an upgrade from RacerMate. Another way to tell is if your screen always displays proE when connected to the computer. For it to work with TrainerRoad, it needs to display the calibration screen when connected to the computer. Once it is paired with TrainerRoad, the screen will switch to display "proE". Try switching between "Ergometer Mode" and "General Exercise Mode" Press reset while in the "resistance calibration program". See the CompuTrainer Manual for more details. Make sure no other CompuTrainer software is running CompuTrainer software will keep TrainerRoad from recognizing and controlling the CompuTrainer. Computrainer doesn't show up on any port on Mac OSX Try reinstalling the driver for the serial adapter. Computrainer starts acting funny or doesn't pair anymore Sometimes the DIN cables stop working. In this case, it might be worth sourcing another one to try out. CompuTrainer's Troubleshooting Resources CompuTrainer has also released a troubleshooting document that can be found at the following link: CompuTrainer Troubleshooting Document.

Smart Trainers • Last updated on Aug 20, 2026

Kurt Kinetic Trainers

Kurt Kinetic manufacture a range of indoor bike trainers which can be separated in to three distinct categories - smart trainers (known on their website as Interactive/Smart Control), mechanical trainers plus inRide power (known on their website as non-interactive/Smart), and mechanical-only (known also as ‘dumb’ trainers). Frames It is worth noticing before we delve deeper in to this, that some products with similar names fall into different categories. This is because products named 'Rock and Roll' and 'Road Machine' refer to the frame design. Now that the product has evolved, this nomenclature spans many trainer categories. Untitled_presentation__14_.png Smart ('Interactive') Trainers This category offers Smart Trainers in both frames, as well as the power unit alone (this would only be necessary if you wished to upgrade an existing frame to a smart trainer. These are known as the 'Rock and Roll Smart Control', 'Road Machine Smart Control' and the power unit alone is the 'Smart Control Power Unit' Rock and Roll Smart Control Untitled_presentation__1_.png The Kinetic Rock and Roll Smart Control is an interactive, app-controlled (ERG mode) electronic trainer that actually rocks side to side when you ride in order to closer mimic what it's like when riding outdoors. Road Machine Smart Control Untitled_presentation__2_.png The Road Machine Smart Control is a power trainer with app-controlled electronic resistance (ERG mode) and like most other indoor trainers, is locked in place and does not allow for any lateral movement (unlike the Rock and Roll, above). Smart Control Power Unit Kinetic-Smart-Control-Power-Unit.jpg The Kinetic Smart Control Power Unit installs in minutes and is the most affordable and convenient option for upgrading an existing Kinetic Rock and Roll or Road Machine trainer frame to a smart trainer. Mechanical + inRide Power Sensor Kinetic Fluid Power Bike Trainers are non-interactive (no ERG mode), however, with fluid resistance you are able to manually control the ride difficulty. Ride data is transmitted wirelessly to TrainerRoad. Kinetic Rock and Roll Untitled_presentation__12_.png The Kinetic Rock and Roll | Smart is fitted with the Kinetic inRide power sensor. The Kinetic Rock and Roll | Smart 2 is fitted with the Kinetic inRide 3 power sensor. Kinetic Road Machine Untitled_presentation__13_.png The Kinetic Road Machine | Smart is fitted with the Kinetic inRide power sensor. The Kinetic Road Machine | Smart 2 is fitted with the Kinetic inRide 3 power sensor. inRide Power Sensor The KurtKinetic inRide power sensor essentially functions a non-classic power meter. Rather than utilizing strain gauge technology, the inRide uses Virtual Power. Many Kinetic trainers come fitted with an inRide, and upgrading any Kinetic fluid trainer is simple as just installing the power sensor. Two versions of the inRide power sensor are currently available: Untitled_presentation__8_.png You can read more about pairing with the inRide here. Mechanical-only (‘dumb’ trainers) Kinetic traditional trainers are non-electronic and non-interactive. These are geared toward cyclists who cycle for fun only and are not interested in recording metrics. 'Mechanical-only' trainers are compatible with TrainerRoad when used with VirtualPower and a speed/cadence sensor. Kurt Kinetic Mechanical trainers: - Kinetic Road Machine - Kinetic Magnetic - Kinetic Z-Rollers - Cyclone Wind Trainer

Smart Trainers • Last updated on Aug 13, 2026

Wahoo KICKR CORE

The Wahoo KICKR CORE is a smart trainer that connects to TrainerRoad via either ANT+ or Bluetooth Smart. TrainerRoad automatically controls the KICKR CORE's resistance in accordance with the workout's profile when the trainer is in ERG mode. How do I Set Up the KICKR CORE with TrainerRoad? Check out how to pair TrainerRoad with your Wahoo KICKR. (The KICKR and KICKR CORE have the same pairing procedure.) How Does the KICKR CORE Work with TrainerRoad? The KICKR CORE has three modes that can be used with TrainerRoad: ERG, Standard, and Resistance mode. TrainerRoad_Wahoo_Kickr_Core_11.png Why am I Unable to Calibrate my KICKR CORE using the TrainerRoad App? KICKR COREs on Firmware v1.3.17 and above will 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. ERG Mode ERG is the most commonly-used mode when performing a TrainerRoad workout with a KICKR CORE. TrainerRoad will automatically adjust the resistance on the KICKR CORE in accordance with the workout's profile in ERG mode. When using ERG mode, you can keep a steady cadence and leave your bike in a single gear for the duration of the workout. The KICKR CORE will make any necessary adjustments to the resistance. TrainerRoad_Wahoo_Kickr_Core_33.png You will be able to find the KICKR CORE's mode within a workout as the screenshot below illustrates. ERG On the Desktop app, you can toggle between modes by pressing the "M" key. Standard (Level) Mode Standard, or Level mode, mimics the functionality of a fluid trainer with variable resistance settings and non-linear, exponential power curves. In other words, as the rider increases their speed, they will encounter more resistance. You can set the KICKR CORE to varying levels of resistance (0-9) as indicated in the picture below. Core4.png This is what displays when the KICKR CORE is set to Standard mode within a workout: Core5.png Notice the Level adjuster at the bottom of the screen. You can adjust the level with the right and left arrow keys. Core6.png Resistance Mode Resistance mode mimics the functionality of a magnetic trainer with variable resistance settings and a linear power curve. This setting provides the rider with a fixed level of resistance on the flywheel that does not change as the speed is increased. You can set the KICKR CORE to varying levels of resistance (0-100) as indicated in the picture below. TrainerRoad_Wahoo_Kickr_Core_5.png This is what displays when the KICKR CORE is set to Resistance mode within a workout: TrainerRoad_Wahoo_Kickr_Core_4.png Notice the Level adjuster at the bottom of the screen. You can adjust the level with the right and left arrow keys. mceclip0.png How does the KICKR CORE work with TrainerRoad during an 8 or 20-minute FTP test? TrainerRoad will automatically switch the KICKR CORE from Erg into Standard (Level 3) mode during the test intervals (20- or 8- minute periods) of a test workout. We do this because we don't want the app to control your KICKR CORE and put limitations on how hard you can ride. TrainerRoad will control your KICKR CORE throughout the warm-up. This will ensure that you are well prepared for the test. However, once the test starts, TrainerRoad will switch modes. Level mode allows you to shift gears to find the optimal cadence for your test and will help you achieve the highest wattage average possible. What do I do if it is very difficult to pedal in Level mode? We recommend switching to Level mode before you do the test to find the level that will work for you. Use the left/right arrows on the keyboard or the slider at the bottom of the workout window to change levels. Next, you can change gears on your bike as you'd do outside to find the correct cadence.

Smart Trainers • Last updated on Aug 20, 2026