On the VR front, I think smart trainers paired with apps like Zwift have really pushed this forward - at least for roadies. I know they have some mtb content but I don't think it translates nearly as well. Still, the tech is developing and they're getting into treadmills too. It won't replace getting outside for many of us, but I do know some roadies/triathletes that do all/the majority of their training indoors in the off season, and even in season for critical workouts. There's a key differentiator, however - most mountain bikers aren't doing "workouts" and don't have wattage/interval related goals. And I can't quite wrap my head around how to simulate technical climbing on a trainer, much less descending...
Dec. 30, 2021, 7:58 a.m. - khai
On the VR front, I think smart trainers paired with apps like Zwift have really pushed this forward - at least for roadies. I know they have some mtb content but I don't think it translates nearly as well. Still, the tech is developing and they're getting into treadmills too. It won't replace getting outside for many of us, but I do know some roadies/triathletes that do all/the majority of their training indoors in the off season, and even in season for critical workouts. There's a key differentiator, however - most mountain bikers aren't doing "workouts" and don't have wattage/interval related goals. And I can't quite wrap my head around how to simulate technical climbing on a trainer, much less descending...