I’ve been training with a Wahoo Kickr Core for a couple of years now, and I see no good reason to upgrade or change to another brand. It’s great value – incredible right now as an Amazon Prime Day deal – compact, accurate, unobtrusive and reliable. Yes, it’s Wahoo’s entry-level model, but I’m an enthusiast on a sensible budget, not a pro with unlimited funds, so it meets my needs perfectly and then some.
Its bigger, more expensive brother, the Kickr V6, may have a larger, heavier flywheel that carries more momentum, but you know what? The Kickr Core’s ride feel is more than good enough. Its lighter weight also makes it easier to move around the house – the last thing I want to do after a tough training session is struggle tidying my smart trainer away.
