Jul 18

iBike Powerhouse starts shipping: a workout coach for your set of wheels

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iBike Powerhouse starts shipping: a workout coach for your set of wheelsVelocomp’s iBike Powerhouse, the cycling computer that integrates with your wheels to bring you workouts such as the descriptively named Brazilian Butt, is finally ready to ship. Introduced back in January, the Powerhouse works with an app for the iPhone or iPod touch (hence the iMoniker) to measure your pedal rates and other health stats, with preset workouts guiding you through 45- to 90-minute rides targeted toward your fitness level. The regimens also include tips and video demos from cycling pro Hunter Allen.

The $279 package, available through the iBike site, includes a case for the iPhone or iPod touch, the Powerhouse computer itself, the app, a wireless speed sensor and a handle bar mounting system. Though the system comes with two pre-loaded workouts, you can buy more for $9.99 a pop through the iOS app. Head on down to the PR for more info.

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Jul 17

Velocomp starts to ship iBike Powerhouse

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Velocomp has started to ship the iBike Powerhouse, which is the first intelligent cycling fitness system in the world which is capable of automatically adjusting itself to your exercise goals. Depending on your current fitness level, the revolutionary iBike Powerhouse will play nice with your iPhone and iPod touch, measuring and guiding while motivating you to achieve important health, appearance, and fitness goals. One major benefit of the Powerhouse is to maximize the benefit of each ride, while reducing the amount of time required to achieve results.

Merging iBike’s patented power measurement and analysis technologies with automatically-adjusting, goal-oriented cycling plans, your iPhone and iPod touch will end up as your personal digital trainer, where you choose your goal-based plan that range from “iSlim,” “CycleMax,” “Express Fitness,” “Brazilian Butt,” “Weekend Warrior,” and “Zero to 20 miles” amongst others, and you will be guided through a bunch of 45-90 minute bike rides. Individual rides will see you given directions to pedal at specific levels of effort (translated to power), as you customize the plan’s goals alongside your measured fitness level. The iBike Powerhouse retails for $279 a pop and will comprise of the case, electronics, Powerhouse app, speed/cadence sensor, iSlim and CycleMax plans, and mounting system.

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