09/12/2024
Wahoo cycle computers have long been a safe bet among the pedal-proficient. Why? The laser focus on performance, instead of a bunch of frills and features that might not see any use while out on the road. The Elemnt Ace takes that one step further, being the first of its kind with an integrated wind sensor. Calculating air resistance in real time lets it show how much extra work you’re putting in on blustery days, and how drafting impacts your ride.
That should grab the attention of anyone that spends their weekend decked in Lycra somewhere in the middle of a peloton, but there’s plenty here for the more casual cyclist. Wahoo has taken inspiration from the smartphone world, with a larger, clearer screen that gets touch controls for the first time, and a redesigned UI that’s suited to swiping. Impressive battery life and Wahoo’s reliable tracking complete the package.
It lands for less than a Garmin Edge 1050 at $600/£550/€600. Does that make it an affordable flagship as well as a fully-featured one?