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Wahoo Fitness KICKR Core Bike Trainer

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$450

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REI has Wahoo Fitness KICKR Core Bike Trainer on sale for $449.99 (price in cart). Choose free store pickup where stock permits, otherwise shipping is $30.

Thanks to Community Member Zaxby for finding this deal.

Features:
  • Compatible with 12x142 and 12x148 thru-axles and standard 130/135mm quick-release skewers
  • Generates up to 1,800 watts of power with +/-2% accuracy
  • LED indicator lights confirm trainer is powered, connected and transmitting via Bluetooth and / or ANT+
  • Supports up to 3 simultaneous Bluetooth connections
  • When connected to a smartphone, laptop, tablet or bike computer, it automatically adjusts resistance via app or software
  • Measures speed, power and distance; broadcasts cadence without the need for a separate sensor
  • Adjusts to simulate up to a 16% incline
  • Compatible with third-party power meters; power meter not included
  • Pair with KICKR Climb grade simulator or KICKR Headwind smart fan for an immersive training experience; both sold separately
  • Cassette not included; compatible with 8-, 9-, 10-, and 11-speed SRAM/Shimano cassettes
  • This Zwift Certified product is compatible with the Zwift online platform so you can track, train and compete in a virtual environment

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Update: This popular deal is still available

REI has Wahoo Fitness KICKR Core Bike Trainer on sale for $449.99 (price in cart). Choose free store pickup where stock permits, otherwise shipping is $30.

Thanks to Community Member Zaxby for finding this deal.

Features:
  • Compatible with 12x142 and 12x148 thru-axles and standard 130/135mm quick-release skewers
  • Generates up to 1,800 watts of power with +/-2% accuracy
  • LED indicator lights confirm trainer is powered, connected and transmitting via Bluetooth and / or ANT+
  • Supports up to 3 simultaneous Bluetooth connections
  • When connected to a smartphone, laptop, tablet or bike computer, it automatically adjusts resistance via app or software
  • Measures speed, power and distance; broadcasts cadence without the need for a separate sensor
  • Adjusts to simulate up to a 16% incline
  • Compatible with third-party power meters; power meter not included
  • Pair with KICKR Climb grade simulator or KICKR Headwind smart fan for an immersive training experience; both sold separately
  • Cassette not included; compatible with 8-, 9-, 10-, and 11-speed SRAM/Shimano cassettes
  • This Zwift Certified product is compatible with the Zwift online platform so you can track, train and compete in a virtual environment

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Written by megakimcheelove | Staff

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Written by Zaxby

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BeautifulWallaby506
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This is a direct drive trainer, which is about as noisy as your Echelon
5SpdSolara
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Depends how tiny your Texan home is.
fastpakr
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It is - you can put a 12 speed cassette on there.

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Quote from impasse :
*uva-educated me gets confused*
Are you a sommelier?
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Jun 09, 2023 06:51 PM
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sharpedgeJun 09, 2023 06:51 PM
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Quote from ottothecow :
How does this compare to the Zwift hub?
Price of zwift hub includes a cassette.
Jun 09, 2023 07:04 PM
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DarrellH4691Jun 09, 2023 07:04 PM
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Quote from LucJoe :
If your SRAM 12 speed is designed for their XD/XDR freehub, then yes you need that. They also make 12s compatible with the standard shimano freehub
Sram eagle 12 speed sx and nx cassettes are compatible with the included HG driver, while gx and above use the zd driver. The chains are cross compatible so you can use an sx or nx cassette no matter what version of chain/front cranks you have.
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Jun 09, 2023 07:49 PM
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JeanB5732Jun 09, 2023 07:49 PM
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Awesome deal! Thanks op! I'll get $90.00 back as a member. I was going to buy the the zwift hub, but the kickr core at this price, is way better.
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Jun 09, 2023 08:10 PM
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Quote from JeanB5732 :
Awesome deal! Thanks op! I'll get $90.00 back as a member. I was going to buy the the zwift hub, but the kickr core at this price, is way better.
Members don't get back REI dividends on sale items
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Jun 09, 2023 08:23 PM
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Dies-AlderJun 09, 2023 08:23 PM
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Good deal. Wahoo has had these "refurbished" on their site for $450-500 every once in a while to compete with the Zwift Hub at $500. Zwift includes a cassette at time of purchase which is $30-50 depending if you get a 3rd party vs Shimano. I had some issues fitting my Zwift Hub with my 2016 Fuji Transonic 2.5 via QR Skewers, I have to imagine thru axle is much better. Zwift Hub has gotten some nice upgrades over the year (ie. auto calibration on each spin down w/in Zwift). DCRainMaker basically calls them as equals but would never recommend buying the Wahoo Kickr Core at MSRP.
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Jun 09, 2023 08:41 PM
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impasseJun 09, 2023 08:41 PM
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Quote from butwhole :
Humblebrag. Congratulations on your education
don't worry, i'm doing basically nothing i got my degree in (architecture) lulz

i guess people don't like jokes when they're so srs about..an exercise bike..
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Jun 09, 2023 09:37 PM
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pl_hapkidoJun 09, 2023 09:37 PM
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Quote from Dies-Alder :
Good deal. Wahoo has had these "refurbished" on their site for $450-500 every once in a while to compete with the Zwift Hub at $500. Zwift includes a cassette at time of purchase which is $30-50 depending if you get a 3rd party vs Shimano. I had some issues fitting my Zwift Hub with my 2016 Fuji Transonic 2.5 via QR Skewers, I have to imagine thru axle is much better. Zwift Hub has gotten some nice upgrades over the year (ie. auto calibration on each spin down w/in Zwift). DCRainMaker basically calls them as equals but would never recommend buying the Wahoo Kickr Core at MSRP.
I think zwift hub and wahoo kickr are essentially the same or very similar- there is an ongoing patent infringement lawsuit https://www.cyclingnews.com/news/...nst-zwift/
Jun 09, 2023 09:39 PM
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houston9388Jun 09, 2023 09:39 PM
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Quote from curtissimo :
Didn't know that. Just assumed that since it is only marketed for 8, 9, 10, 11 speed, it wasn't compatible. Looks like to use it with a SRAM 12 speed, you need to buy the XD/XDR free hub for $69.
Sram NX eagle cassette is HG, as are Shimano's 12 speed road cassettes.
Jun 09, 2023 09:41 PM
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madcowdiseaseJun 09, 2023 09:41 PM
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Quote from curtissimo :
Didn't know that. Just assumed that since it is only marketed for 8, 9, 10, 11 speed, it wasn't compatible. Looks like to use it with a SRAM 12 speed, you need to buy the XD/XDR free hub for $69.
Which shouldn't be a problem if you are paying SRAM's obscene prices for cassettes.
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Jun 09, 2023 10:06 PM
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tribulletJun 09, 2023 10:06 PM
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Super solid deal! Know some folks that have been mulling over getting one, this should push them over the edge
Jun 09, 2023 10:50 PM
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UniqueSoda2365Jun 09, 2023 10:50 PM
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I only have a mountain bike and dont wanna constantly take the wheel off to hook up. I really wanna race on Zwift, is buying this and then a used road bike the cheapest way to get on Zwift?
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Jun 09, 2023 11:07 PM
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boogakJun 09, 2023 11:07 PM
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Quote from UniqueSoda2365 :
I only have a mountain bike and dont wanna constantly take the wheel off to hook up. I really wanna race on Zwift, is buying this and then a used road bike the cheapest way to get on Zwift?
If you literally mean cheapest and not necessarily best, you could get a cheap wheel-on trainer, then swap the tire on your mtb with a slick tire and ride on that. It would be probably be pretty tiresome swapping tires though.
Jun 10, 2023 12:33 AM
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E.KJun 10, 2023 12:33 AM
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Quote from UniqueSoda2365 :
I only have a mountain bike and dont wanna constantly take the wheel off to hook up. I really wanna race on Zwift, is buying this and then a used road bike the cheapest way to get on Zwift?
Not the cheapest but arguably a better trainer.. a cheap bike can maybe cost another 200 or so on craigslist (unless you go the walmart bike route), so it is a question of the money spent on a new bike v/s effort spent to take the wheel off the bike. I would go with the latter and use the existing bike if you aren't frequently out riding everyday

I have had a wheel on trainer which run cheaper than this, but you have to frequently calibrate, adjust the wheel's contact on the roller, make sure the tires are properly inflated, get a new tire if you don't want to use the one on your bike..just typing these out exhausts me lol. Would not recommend one unless you don't have a choice financially

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gruckenbauerJun 10, 2023 01:01 AM
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I remember when Wahoo used to be just fish tacos
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