Wahoo patents an indoor bike with lateral swaying to simulate real driving

Indoor cycling continues to evolve and Wahoo does not want to be left behind. The Atlanta-based company, known for its cycling devices such as bike computers or its range of smart trainers Kickr, has patented a new model of stationary bike that can tilt laterally to mimic the real movements of outdoor riding.

Wahoo is preparing an indoor bike with lateral swaying according to a new patent

The images included in the patent closely resemble the recently introduced Kickr Bike Pro, but with a major change, a wider and sturdier base that integrates a swaying mechanism on a curved surface, allowing the bike to lean from side to side in a controlled manner. According to the document itself, the intention is to overcome the limitations of current training systems, which "do not faithfully reproduce the feeling of real pedaling on a bike."

This new system would complement the slope simulator already incorporated in the Kickr Bike Pro, capable of recreating slopes of up to 20%. If confirmed, Wahoo would offer a dual axis of movement: vertical tilt and lateral swaying.

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Although there are other brands that already offer similar systems, this would be the first model from Wahoo to offer such realism and precision for training. But in addition to realism, these tilting bikes offer other advantages, such as activating the core, reducing static pressure in long sessions, or enhancing the experience to make training more motivating.

We cannot forget that this is a patent and this Wahoo bike may never reach the market, but it is a clear indication of where the future of indoor cycling is heading.

If it does materialize, Wahoo could redefine once again how we train at home, bringing the experience closer than ever to the road and the mountains. Until then, the patent is nothing more than a promise.