We suspect these sensors could enable the Elemnt Ace to calculate a rider\u2019s aerodynamic drag, most likely in conjunction with data from a power meter<\/a> (such as Wahoo\u2019s own Powrlink Zero power meter pedals<\/a>) and tyre rolling resistance<\/a> data inputted by the rider.<\/p> If so, this would make the Wahoo Elemnt Ace the first mainstream bike computer<\/a> to feature integrated aero measurement capabilities.<\/p> The leaked images only show the product packaging and a digital render of the computer itself. Nevertheless, the box reveals plenty about the expected specifications, so let\u2019s dig into those.<\/p> According to the specs listed on the rear of the box, the Elemnt Ace will be Wahoo\u2019s \u201cmost powerful bike computer\u201d.<\/p> Compared to Wahoo\u2019s other bike computers, the Elment Roam V2<\/a> and Element Bolt V2<\/a>, the Elemnt Ace looks set to receive a major upgrade to its display.<\/p> As well as being substantially larger, the screen will be a ‘next gen TFT’ (a kind of LCD display) capable of displaying 16 million colours and supporting touch operation.<\/p> In contrast, the Elemnt Roam V2 \u2013 previously Wahoo\u2019s most expensive bike computer \u2013 featured a 2.7in screen capable of displaying only 64 colours.<\/p> Despite this, the box says the Elemnt Ace will feature ’30+ hours of battery life’, alongside 64GB of internal memory and dual-band GPS.<\/p> As is becoming de rigueur<\/em> for electronic bike peripherals, the Elemnt Ace also looks set to get USB-C charging.<\/p> If the Elemnt Ace can measure wind speed and altitude with enough precision, this data could be combined with speed, power and rolling resistance data from external sources to calculate a rider\u2019s aerodynamic drag (or at least an approximation of it that allows for comparative testing of equipment or riding positions).<\/p> Of course, it remains to be seen whether Wahoo\u2019s integrated sensors can compete with dedicated aero measurement devices from third-party brands in terms of accuracy and repeatability in varying wind conditions.<\/p> Previously, riders wanting to use drag-measuring peripherals such as the Notio Konect<\/a>, Aerosensor Aerodynamic Cycling System<\/a> or Body Rocket<\/a> system, have had to rely on Garmin bike computers<\/a> and Garmin’s Connect IQ app ecosystem.<\/p> This allows third-party brands to create their own apps for Garmin\u2019s range of compatible bike computers, whereas Wahoo\u2019s bike computers have always been more of a closed ecosystem.<\/p> While the Elemnt Ace may have some measurement capabilities of its own built in, could the software designed for this purpose also open up compatibility with third-party peripherals for capturing more data?<\/p> Given the addition of a new, larger screen and extensive new features, the Wahoo Elemnt Ace looks set to compete with Garmin\u2019s recently launched flagship bike computer, the Edge 1050<\/a>.<\/p>Wahoo\u2019s \u201cmost powerful bike computer\u201d<\/h2>
The first bike computer with a built-in aero sensor?<\/h2>
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An Edge 1050 competitor?<\/h2>
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