The reviewer provides a comprehensive review of the Think Rider XX Pro turbo trainer, which they received from AliExpress. They are impressed with the solid build quality, heavy construction, and stability during sprints. The turbo uses a brushless motor for resistance and claims to simulate up to 25% gradient and 2500 watts. The reviewer tests power accuracy against a reference power meter and finds it very accurate across various efforts. They note the turbo has an aggressive power smoothing algorithm that can be turned off in the app, and mention a slight whining sound at high flywheel speeds. The reviewer highlights the excellent value, especially with discount codes, making it significantly cheaper than competitors.
AI-Summary
Pros
Excellent build quality
Very solid and heavy construction
Stable during sprints, doesn't slide
Smooth feel at high flywheel speeds
Accurate power reading (within margin of error)
Easy to turn off power smoothing in the app
Customizable settings in the app (chain line efficiency, manual calibration)
Compatible with both QR and through axle
Works with standard HD3 hub bikes
Good value for money, especially with discounts
Communicates via Bluetooth and Wi-Fi (Pro model)
Cons
Has a classic brushless motor feel which can be jumpy at inappropriately low flywheel speeds
Very aggressive power smoothing algorithm (though it can be turned off)
Makes a slight whining sound when applying resistance at high flywheel speeds
Lacks Zwift virtual shifting feature
Key Points
Uses a DC brushless motor for resistance
Can simulate up to 25% gradient
Max power: 2500 watts
Power accuracy: ±1% claimed
Noise level: 56 dB claimed
Weight: 18 kg
Communicates via Bluetooth and ANT+
Pro model also communicates via Wi-Fi
Compatible with QR and through axle (adapters included)
Works with bikes using standard HD3 hub
Power smoothing algorithm can be turned off in the app
App allows adjustment for chain line efficiency and manual calibration
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