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Garmin introduced the Tacx NEO Bike Plus smart fit trainer that can be used to follow numerous bike routes around the world in the living room at home. Garmin smart trainer control in combination with the Tacx home trainer application and functions such as Road Feel or downhill simulation, the manufacturer promises a realistic driving experience.
Garmin is best known for its smartwatches such as the recently released Garmin Instinct Crossover and Garmin vivomove Trend models, as well as GPS products. The manufacturer also introduced a new smart fit trainer, the Garmin Tacx NEO Bike Plus.
In combination with a paid premium subscription for the Tacx training app, thanks to Real Life Videos you can explore numerous routes worldwide and participate in “Ride with the Pros” rides with exclusive team videos sponsored by Garmin. Other popular ones can also be included Training platforms can be used on the smartphone, tablet, or laptop via Bluetooth or ANT+ connection with the Tacx NEO Bike Plus.
Other features of the Garmin Tacx NEO Bike Plus include simulated inclines of up to 25 percent, a maximum output of 2,200 watts, and a road feel function for the most realistic riding experience possible. The following list summarizes all the important properties of the new Garmin Tacx NEO Bike Plus:
- Customizable smart bike
- 5 crank arm lengths between 165 and 175 mm
- Programmable shifters
- Strong brake unit for a driving experience outdoors
- Low-noise thanks to belt drive
- Compatible with the Tacx training app and other popular training platforms
- Road Feel – simulation of the underground
- downhill simulation
- Use without an external power source
- Pedal stroke analysis in the Tacx Desktop App
- 2 USB charging ports
Tacx NEO Bike Plus price and availability
The new Garmin NEOBike cycle is a premium training device for at-home that, with a recommended retail price of $3,999.99 on Amazon.com, is no bargain. But the Garmin smart trainer control bike also offers a whole range of functions and, according to the manufacturer, brings many bike routes from all over the world into the living room at home.
