Here is my affiliate link for Wahoo if you want to use it.
https://www.wahoofitness.com?rfsn=1858565.36b222

I think I might get a little cut. 🙂

Thanks Tom. It sounds like I ought to buy the kickr/climb bundle from Wahoo’s website that includes the mat, fan etc. unless there is another online retainer that you more highly recommend. Also, I’ve heard many folks suggest having a second screen that serves as a distraction for longer rides (Netflix, news) is a good idea. You agree or not so much?

65″ 4K would be awesome. I have a 40″, but I believe it’s a bit closer. I had to lower the screen down so that when cycling and look up it feels natural. That was the hardest part of the setup. I kept having to move it downward. Now it feels about right.

You will want to get a cadence sensor like the Wahoo RPM (https://amzn.to/2VByYnu)
You will also want to get at least 1 fan. I had the KICKR Headwind, which I really liked because I could adjust the speed with the Wahoo Fitness app. I like to start the fans in the lowest setting and as I warm up I will set them to a higher speed. The phone app allowed me to do that.

Another option is to buy a 3-speed fan (https://amzn.to/2XYmunr) and then get a fan speed adjuster (https://amzn.to/2Y1S6J3). The only issue with this setup vs the Wahoo KICKR Headwind is you have one more power cable to deal with.

Lastly, I really like my Wahoo Desk (https://amzn.to/2VGIZ2C) and Wahoo Mat (https://amzn.to/2VBzIsM).

Thanks Tom. Very helpful feedback! As I’m setting up my first zwift station, are there additional sensors you’d suggest I’d invest in for the Wahoo kickr/Climb to ensure the best zwift experience? And lastly, while a little off topic, would a 4K 65” TV 4-5 from the bike handle bars be too large based on your experience? I’ll have plenty of GPU horsepower to drive the graphics, so screen size, FPS and resolution is not a governing factor unless a screen too large can be disorienting.

Much appreciated,

Blake

Hi Battles,

The Kickr Climb is way more fun and doesn’t feel gimmicky. On courses with rolling hills, you can really get into the workout as the bike is constantly moving up or down. I also feel I can push harder both on climbs and descents.

I think the road feel of the Neo and assisted downhill is ok, but I would often turn off the road feel.

Thanks for the excellent review! Question for you: what did you find more fun, realistic and immersive in zwift when comparing your experience using the Wahoo Climber vs the Neo Tacx with the former offering elevation change and the latter road texture simulation and assisted downhill?

Many thanks,
Battles