![]() I have no experience with the others, but would happily endorse the Flux S. Tacx is a Garmin product, so that's your back-up. Had to order a power cord as mine was lost in move to WC, and it arrived in a couple of days, no charge. ![]() No issues thus far so do not know how good the back-up service is from agents. I have put about 280 hours (about 7700 kms) on it in that time using Zwift. I have had Tacx Flux S for around 18 months. It's more the reliability and after sales support I'm interested. I live in a house and will set this up in my patio so noise isn't really a concern. Which one is more reliable? I don't race but do over 50Km rides with some decent gradients. Brand new around my budget is the TACX Flux S or I can spend a little more and choose between SARIS H3 or Tacx Flux 2. I need to get more on the bike during the week so decided to get an indoor trainer. The Flux S offers a maximum 2,000 watts of resistance, which is more than enough for most of the cycling population.Hey. It’s smooth and adds to the overall feel and enjoyment when training indoors. The resistance, which works thanks to electromagnets, feels good too, especially when using Zwift and hitting the climbs. Tacx has done a good job of filtering down technology from its top-end trainer. It’s heavier than all of its similarly priced competitors and gives a life-like ride that compares well to trainers costing double the price. The general ride feel is good and this is largely down to the 7.6kg flywheel. Especially when you consider that Mont Ventoux has an average gradient of 7.4 per cent, so you know you have plenty to work with. The Flux S can simulate climbs of up to 10 per cent, and although this might not sound like much compared to its bigger sibling’s, the Neo 2, gradients of up to 25 per cent, for most this will be enough. The Tacx Flux S can replicate up to gradients of 10 per cent and has a maximum 2,000 watts of resistance power. ![]() I was also impressed with the cadence data provided by the Flux S, which matched my Vectors. Once again, impressive for a smart trainer at this price. Tacx claims that its power figures are within 3 per cent accuracy and that seemed to be the case when compared to the Garmin Vectors I was using. I measured the Flux S at 60db on an iPhone app, while pushing 200 watts, and at these noise levels you’re unlikely to upset anyone in the next room. While there is some noise, most of this comes from the transmission. The difference between modern direct-drive units and on-wheel trainers is huge, which is thanks to the flywheel design system. Noise levels or the lack of them impressed me too. At 23.6kg the Flux S feels rooted to the floor however hard you push it, whether in or out of the saddle. Measuring power accurately within 3 and able to pair with your favourite training software, the Flux S allows you to get the most out of your training. This is down to a combination of large footprint, well-placed legs and weight. The first thing I noticed is how stable the Flux S is, which impressed me with its budget-priced credentials. The Flux S pairs seamlessly with Tacx’s own app and works instantly with third-party software such as Zwift (which I used for testing) and TrainerRoad. As with most trainers these days it hooks up with smartphones, tablets, ANT+FE-C bike computers and connects via ANT+. There’s no need to purchase a cadence sensor however because this Flux offers that data out of the box.įitting a bike is a simple affair and a single lead plugs you in. It will also work with MTB and CX 135mm axles, 142mm, 148mm and there’s an adaptor available for 135 x 10mm. Simon Bromley / Immediate MediaĪs with most of the more affordable smart trainers on the market, there’s no cassette in the box, but Shimano and SRAM 8- to 11-speed cassettes fit directly, while a Campagnolo body is sold separately.
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