{"id":16976,"date":"2017-03-15T10:50:00","date_gmt":"2017-03-15T10:50:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/2017\/03\/15\/wahoo-launch-the-elemnt-bolt-bike-computer-r6274\/"},"modified":"2023-02-08T07:05:58","modified_gmt":"2023-02-08T07:05:58","slug":"wahoo-launch-the-elemnt-bolt-bike-computer-r6274","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wahoo-launch-the-elemnt-bolt-bike-computer-r6274\/","title":{"rendered":"Wahoo launch the Elemnt Bolt bike computer"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Wahoo Fitness, the leader in workout apps and connected fitness devices, today announced ELEMNT BOLT, the latest model in its growing lineup of powerful and easy-touse bike computers. ELEMNT BOLT is the first GPS cycling computer and mount developed as an integrated system designed to drastically reduce drag. When tested against leading competitors using computational fluid dynamics (CFD), the ELEMNT BOLT system reduced air resistance by over 50 percent \u2013 equating to a 12.6 second time reduction over a 40-kilometer time trial course for a rider travelling at 21 miles per hour.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-66743000-1489575441.jpg\" data-fileid=\"918709\" data-fileext=\"jpg\" rel=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-fileid=\"918709\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" alt=\"ccs-62657-0-66743000-1489575441.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-66743000-1489575441.jpg\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Wahoo reinvented how consumers interact with their bike computer with the Wahoo ELEMNT Bike Computer, launched last Spring. The ELEMNT leverages a powerful companion app to simplify setup and customization, and incorporates game-changing features such as \u2018Perfect View\u2019 zoom and \u2018Quicklook\u2019.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<div class=\"w-full aspect-video\">\n<div><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"200\" height=\"113\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/qY1pLzALnXA?feature=oembed\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>LED Indicators<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Now, Wahoo is addressing the unique needs of the performance-driven rider with the new ELEMNT BOLT. The ELEMNT BOLT pairs the ELEMNT\u2019s groundbreaking ease-of-use and powerful performance with a form factor designed to blend seamlessly with the bike. Wahoo collaborated with world-renowned cycling aerodynamics expert Dimitris Katsanis to develop the BOLT.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-53601200-1489575442.gif\" data-fileid=\"918711\" data-fileext=\"gif\" rel=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-fileid=\"918711\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" alt=\"ccs-62657-0-53601200-1489575442.gif\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-53601200-1489575442.gif\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u201cIn recent years, the sport of cycling has placed a premium on the study of aerodynamics and gaining a mechanical advantage wherever possible,\u201d said Katsanis. \u201cWith this in mind, Wahoo created a bike computer design that lends itself to actually improving results on the bike, in addition to tracking them. We thought about the desired result and worked backwards from there, designing the computer and mount as a single integrated aerodynamic package while still delivering on the core Wahoo user experience.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt seems silly professional riders spend hours in the wind tunnel trying to reduce every watt of drag possible on their equipment setup, but until now, no one has focused on the computer design and how it affects performance,\u201d said Chip Hawkins, CEO of Wahoo Fitness. \u201cWe designed the ELEMNT BOLT to provide riders with all the data they need to perform at their best, while also improving their results.\u201d Using a high-contrast 2.2-inch display and QuickLook LEDs introduced on the ELEMNT, the ELEMNT BOLT provides riders with easy, at-a-glance access to pertinent ride data, as well as call, text and email notifications. ELEMNT BOLT is equipped with WiFi for over-the-air updates and both ANT+ and Bluetooth, allowing it to connect to sensors of all kinds and the most popular electronic shifting systems.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-34337900-1489575555.jpg\" data-fileid=\"918713\" data-fileext=\"jpg\" rel=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-fileid=\"918713\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" alt=\"ccs-62657-0-34337900-1489575555.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-62657-0-34337900-1489575555.jpg\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p>As with the Wahoo ELEMNT, all data fields and page configurations on the ELEMNT BOLT can be customized via the ELEMNT companion app available for both iOS and Android. The app also automates the pairing process for fast, frustration-free set-up and personalization.<\/p>\n<p>Pre-loaded with maps from around the world, the ELEMNT BOLT also seamlessly integrates with popular cycling platforms like Strava Live Segments, Best Bike Split Race Plans, and Ride With GPS.<\/p>\n<div class=\"bg-slate-100 p-5\">\nThe ELEMNT BOLT retails for R4,999 and is now available for pre-order from <a href=\"http:\/\/www.buycycle.co.za\" rel=\"external nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">www.buycycle.co.za<\/a> and leading bike dealers.\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Wahoo Fitness, the leader in workout apps and connected fitness devices, today announced ELEMNT BOLT, the latest model in its growing lineup of powerful and easy-touse bike computers. ELEMNT BOLT is the first GPS cycling computer and mount developed as an integrated system designed to drastically reduce drag. 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