1/11/2024 0 Comments Tacx flux s direct drive![]() ![]() One BikeRadar tester experienced problems with one Tacx Smart trainer where the belt caused a loud rubbing noise and another where the flywheel seemed to be rubbing the case. The axle drives a 7kg flywheel inside the body, which results in slightly more noise and vibration in the form of a low rumbling hum. You will have to buy a cassette for it though, but that applies to most units apart from Wahoo's Kickr, and the low stance means you don't need a wheel block for a standard 700c wheeled bike. Like the Neo, it uses the cunning multi-format Edco freehub body, which can take SRAM/Shimano and Campagnolo rather than needing a separate freehub body for the latter. There's more chainstay clearance than a lot of direct drive units, although it's still best to check fit with your actual bike before you buy if you've got a squared chainstay end or flat mount discs. It comes with fittings for 130mm or 135mm quick release frames, but you can get adaptor kits for 142x12mm thru-axles too. The tidy casing means fewer chainstay and disc brake clearance issues than some direct drive units. It achieved this with a few concessions to convenience and performance. Until the Elite Direto came on the market, the Tacx Flux Smart was the least expensive direct-drive smart trainer available. Works with Zwift, TrainerRoad, Tacx's own software and other apps.I found that it read within 2% of pairs of power meters (Quarq/Stages, Shimano/Garmin, Pioneer/Garmin) Integrated front tray tucks into frame when not in use.Works with quick-release and thru-axle bikes.Receives and transmits info via Bluetooth and ANT+.7kg flywheel with electric-brake resistance controlled by third-party apps and software. ![]() For about two-thirds the cost, the Flux Smart delivers interactive training and virtual riding with good power measurement but without the bells and whistles. The Tacx Flux Smart is the little sibling of the light-flashing, surface-rumbling Neo Smart direct-drive smart trainer. Buy if: You want a direct-drive smart trainer and have room for a model that doesn't fold down.Lows: No handle or fold-in legs, noise issues on some test models.Highs: Stable, good power measurement, smooth riding feel.Which smart trainers are compatible with Zwift, TrainerRoad and The Sufferfest? ![]()
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