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By Stan Portus\n \t\t<\/p>

Published: Friday, 01 July 2022 at 12:00 am<\/p>

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Elite has announced the Justo, a new smart trainer<\/a> that takes the place of the Direto XR-T at the top of the brand\u2019s range.<\/p>\n

The Justo shares many features with the Direto XR-T. However, Elite says it incorporates several improvements, including better power-reading accuracy and \u2018Flex Fleet\u2019, said to simulate the side-to-side motion of riding a bike.<\/p>\n

Elite says the Justo packs these features into a compact design that follows its Suito-T trainer.<\/p>\n

Reflective of its place at the top of Elite\u2019s range<\/a>, the Justo costs \u00a3170 more than the Direto XR-T at \u00a3999.99.<\/p>\n

Same but different<\/h2>\n
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There is a carry handle on top of the trainer.<\/span><\/figcaption> Elite<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

Elite says the new Justo shares features with the Direto XR-T.<\/p>\n

Elite has retained the same 24 points of pedal analysis and standard transmission protocols.<\/p>\n

The new smart trainer retains compatibility with Elite\u2019s Rizer gradient simulator<\/a> and has the same 24 per cent max slop simulation as the Direto XR-T.<\/p>\n

Like the Direto XR-T, the Justo also has a die-cast body with folding legs and an integrated handle.<\/p>\n

However, beyond including a front-wheel riser and omitting a cassette, this is where the two smart trainers diverge, with Elite saying the Justo has several improvements over the Direto XR-T.<\/p>\n

Power-reading accuracy<\/h2>\n
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You can fold the Justo\u2019s legs in.<\/span><\/figcaption> Elite<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

Elite says the Direo XR-T and Justo share the same optical torque sensor (OTS), but stresses it has been tweaked for greater accuracy.<\/p>\n

Elite claims the updated OTS improves overall accuracy by 33 per cent. This might be a large percentage, but it translates to an increase in accuracy from +\/-1.5 per cent to +\/-1.0 per cent. This brings the Justo in line with other smart trainers around this price point, including the Wahoo Kickr V5<\/a> and Tacx Neo 2T<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Elite says the Justo\u2019s accuracy allows it to simulate lower slope gradients at high speed.<\/p>\n

Flex Feet<\/h2>\n
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The Flex Feet are said to help reduce rider fatigue.<\/span><\/figcaption> Elite<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

Elite has introduced \u2018Flex Feet\u2019 to the Justo. These sit underneath the trainer\u2019s two legs and replicate the side-to-side movement experienced when riding outdoors, according to Elite.<\/p>\n

The Flex Feet offer two stiffness options. Elite says this enables users to tune their ride experience to \u201cbody structure, riding style and indoor training setup\u201d.<\/p>\n

Elite says it has undertaken biomechanical testing on a variety of cyclists, which reveals the Flex Feet help \u201creduce fatigue and tension in the shoulder and back muscles\u201d. Elite claims this helps improve the effectiveness of indoor workouts.<\/p>\n

Greater simplicity?<\/h2>\n
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The new flywheel is said to reduce noise and create a better ride feel.<\/span><\/figcaption> Elite<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

The Elite Justo has two features that appear to simplify use.<\/p>\n

Elite says the smart trainer has new auto-calibration technology. The Justo \u201ccontinuously offers accurate and precise power data\u201d without the need for manual intervention from the user.<\/p>\n

The Justo can be used without a connection to an app or power in a new \u2018stand-alone mode\u2019.<\/p>\n

Justo says in non-powered mode, riders can set a value between 1 and 6 via the Elite My E-Training app and it will maintain that level once disconnected. The resistance generated by the trainer will increase with speed.<\/p>\n

Even when connected to power, Elite says the Justo will continue to simulate the selected slope gradient between 0 per cent and 24 per cent when disconnected from the app.<\/p>\n

This feature might not be obviously beneficial unless you have particularly bad Bluetooth.<\/p>\n

But Elite says the Justo will be used prior to the 2022 Tour de France<\/a> opening time trial by UAE Team Emirates and Groupama-FDJ, who might possibly be without a power supply or indeed their mobile phones.<\/p>\n

With this in mind, it\u2019s possible Elite imagines riders might use their Justos prior to their own time trials<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Connectivity<\/h2>\n
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The Justo has three lights showing power, Bluetooth and ANT+.<\/span><\/figcaption> Elite <\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

Elite says it has made a number of updates to connectivity with the Justo.<\/p>\n

The brand says you can connect the Justo to two Bluetooth devices simultaneously, enabling you to use an app while tracking performance on a bike computer<\/a> at the same time.<\/p>\n

To enable even greater device integration, Elite says the Justo has new bridge functionality. You can pair heart rate monitors<\/a> and cadence sensors to the trainer. The trainer will then broadcast the related data to apps.<\/p>\n

Elite says this is useful with platforms such as Apple TV that can only support two concurrent Bluetooth devices at one time.<\/p>\n

The Justo also includes a port, which Elite says enables direct connections to a WiFi router or computer using an Ethernet cable. Elite says this is useful for racing on platforms such as Zwift<\/a> because it will avoid wireless internet dropouts.<\/p>\n

Smaller, quieter and more realistic<\/h2>\n
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The Justo is said to be 33 per cent narrower than the Direto XR-T.<\/span><\/figcaption> Elite<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

Elite has worked on Justo\u2019s physical properties to improve user experience.<\/p>\n

The brand says the Justo is 33 per cent narrower than the Direto XR-T, making it easier to store and transport.<\/p>\n

The Justo is said to be quieter than Elite\u2019s other smart trainers. An improved flywheel, new body structure and reduced transmission ratio help to keep noise to a minimum even at high speeds, according to Elite.<\/p>\n

The new flywheel isn\u2019t just about reducing noise. Elite says the new flywheel weighs 6.2kg, 22 per cent heavier than the Direto XR-T\u2019s flywheel. The brand claims this creates a smoother, more realistic ride feel.<\/p>\n

The new design of the Justo is also said to use 40 per cent less plastic than the Direto XR-T.<\/p>\n

Compatibility<\/h2>\n

The Elite Justo is compatible with 9- to 12-speed Shimano and SRAM freehubs<\/a>. Shimano Micro Spline, SRAM XD and XDR and Campagnolo 9- to 12-speed freehubs are available separately.<\/p>\n

The Justo can be used with 12x142mm thru-axles as well as 130mm or 135mm quick-release skewers. Other thru-axle standards are available for purchase, according to Elite.<\/p>\n