Date: 12:05am Monday the 30 of January 2012
Last updated: 2012-01-29
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Tacx Turbo Trainers
Tacx are the leading brand of home
turbo trainers in the UK, their flagship virtual reality (vr)
turbo trainers or wind trainers are the Tacx iMagic (iMagic),
Tacx Fortius and Tacx
Fortius Multiplayer give a PC based Virtual Reality
experience. Cosmos and Flow are for those focusing on high
quality training schedules, other trainers are Tacx
Antares, Tacx Bushido, Ergotrainers, Wind Trainers, Satori,
Speedmatic, Speed Breaker, Swing, Sirius, Cosmos, Rollers, Flow
and Speedmatic.
The virtual reality Tacx trainers
offers the rider the ability to
ride, train and race alone or against other racing league riders
(also in real time online) at times to suit themselves and always in
the dry. Allowing the rider to maintain fitness throughout the year.
The motor breaking system is programmed so you actually experience rolling, air and slope
resistance, the resistance offered at every position in the VR terrains is passed on to the brake, so you know
and feel immediately the effect if you’re on the road, the course, or
riding
over grass.
Fortius Multiplayer - Fortius
Multiplayer |
really is the top of the bill. This extremely
advanced VR trainer is very complete with its manouvrable steering
frame and a one-year licence for webracing. The high-tech trainer
challenges you to push your limits ever further. Both literally and
figuratively. The engine brake features the PowerBack System; the
energy that you generate is delivered back into the power grid.
Fortius T1940 - This is Tacx’s most
advanced VR trainer. This trainer has a hyper modern interface featuring
an oval ring containing the keys. The trainer is equipped with a powerful
engine brake that simulates climbs and descents. When you are climbing you
will experience almost the same resistance as if you were outside and when
you are descending you do not have to pedal, because the engine will let
your wheel spin.
I-Magic T1900 - Just like Fortius, i-Magic
has a hyper modern interface that gives you easy access from your trainer to
all of the possibilities. The electro-magnetic brake seamlessly matches
anything you would experience on the road. You will feel the rolling, air
and incline resistances. You will also feel if you are riding on smooth
asphalt or a bumpy path through the woods, through loose sand or wet grass
Tacx Bushido (T1980) - The world's first wireless ergotrainer
The Bushido is the newest ergotrainer by Tacx and by far the most advanced
available today. But that is not all there is to the Bushido. Not only
will the handlebar-mounted computer show you all the necessary information
(power, heart rate, cadence, speed, time, etc.) on its graphic display, it
also features capacitive keys that will react to the energy from your
fingers. Operation is stunningly easy; the menus have been designed such
that you can start at once.
Tacx Antares(T1000) - The Antares rollers
are Tacx’s revolutionary contribution to the new found popularity of track
racing. Their design is state of the art; thanks to the conical rollers
your ride will be extra stable. With the Antares you can now focus even
more on your goals in training: improve your fitness and pedal stroke and
reinforce your sense of equilibrium at the same time. When you ride
without the brace you will need to concentrate. This is vital to track
racing. Tacx Antares rollers distinguish themselves through the heavy
conical rollers that create the momentum of mass inertia. When collapsed
the rollers measure only 80 cm and are therefore easily transportable.
VR Steering Frame T1905 - This is included
as standard with the Fortius Multiplayer and is available as an option
with both of the other VR trainers. The VR steering frame is absolutely
essential in order to experience the interactive game element at its best.
Every movement of the handlebars is immediately visible on screen, leaving
you free to decide where you want to ride.
Trainer Tyre (Tire) - Specially developed
for riding on a home trainer. The rubber compound minimizes overheating,
slippage and wear. The Tacx trainer tire is more silent than standard
road tires. Not suitable for outdoor riding. Tacx Antares - New
revolutionary training roller. Collapsible and with taper rollers. Ideal
for racers who want a warm-up immediately prior to the event.
Velodrome - The oval wooden track invite
you to push back the frontiers during races. Cheering supporters are there
in force. You can choose whether to ride during the day or in the evening
under the spotlights. The atmosphere is animated and boisterous. The
announcer informs spectators about the riders and their performance. You
can even watch yourself riding on the big video screen high up in the
stadium. The scoreboard shows your scores and your opponents' scores too.
Extreme MTB - Is the best outdoor experience
currently available. Ride across this, the ultimate in rugged terrain with
massive jumps, cross raging rivers, along the extensive waterfall and over
the timber suspension bridge heading for the subterranean labyrinth. Start
at the top of the hill for the ultimate experience in riding downhill, go
through the military training ground, watching out for the low-flying C130
aircraft. A construction site with large trucks, bulldozers and gigantic
water mains provide the total experience in a quarry environment.
Real Life Video - There are now more than twenty films of legendary
stages classics specifically for the Tacx Virtual Reality
trainers When the films are linked to your Trainer your riding speed
impacts the speed of the film. If you are riding up a mountain in the film
you will experience so much resistance from the brake that the incline is
actually tangible. Starting this year the Real Life Videos are also
available in wide screen, meaning that, with the help of your Virtual
Reality steering frame, you can explore the course even more. You can veer
left or right. This makes the experience of riding in the film even more
dynamic.
ErgoVideo - With ErgoVideo you can join in a training ride with
world-class pro-riders. This is a very efficient way of improving your
technique and fitness in record time. Identify yourself with talented
riders and experience a training session while riding in the group.
Measure yourself with the pros and experience the ride as it was the day
the film was shot. When they speed up, you will have to also, when they
take it easy you can catch your breath. Such a training ride will show you
how the world’s best athletes train.
Catalyst & Analyser - Catalyst training programs are designed for
power, heart rate and gradient and therefore also suited for professional
fitness tests. Thanks to the Analyser software graphs and stats will give
you clear insight in your training sessions.
Catalyst 3D - A training program is transformed into a
virtual course with the camera following the rider from behind. If it’s a
fitness training program the road will be straight. If it’s a training on
a GPS-ride (a real existing ride) you will also encounter corners while
you are riding. A virtual figurine personifies your position. This way a
boring work out turns into a fun experience.
Tacx VR Turbo Trainers
Tacx Fortius & Fortius Multiplayer
T1930/T1935 Tacx Fortius Multiplayer 2007
T1940/T1945 Tacx Fortius 2007
T1940 Tacx Fortius 2005
T1945 Tacx Fortius 2005
i-Magic
T1900/T1912 Tacx i-Magic 2007
T1900 Tacx i-Magic 2005
T1912 Tacx i-Magic 2005
Accessories
T1905 Tacx Steering frame 2007
T1915 Tacx i-Magic Upgrade
Tacx Turbo Trainers
Tacx 2007 Turbo Trainers
T1435 Tacx Sirius
T1800 Tacx Speedbraker
T1810 Tacx Speedmatic
T1850 Tacx Satori
T1857 Tacx Satori Pro Tour
Tacx 2005 Turbo Trainers
T1400 Tacx Speedbraker
T1435 Tacx Sirius
T1450 Tacx Speedmatic 2005
T1450 Tacx Speedmatic 2004
T1460 Tacx Swing
T1469 Tacx Swing USA 2005
T1469 Tacx Swing USA 2004
T1480 Tacx CF One 2005
T1480 Tacx CF One 2004
Tacx Ergo Turbo Trainers
Flow
T1680 Tacx Flow 2007
T1680 Tacx Flow 2005
T1684 Tacx Flow 2005
Cosmos
T1970 Tacx Cosmos 2007
T1970 Tacx Cosmos 2005
T1975 Tacx Cosmos 2005
Grand Excel
T1640/T1645 Tacx Grand Excel
Software
Tacx i-Magic Turbo Software (no longer supported but available)
Tacx iMagic Sipscape Virtual Terrain
Tacx iMagic Capricorn Virtual Terrain
Tacx iMagic Forestpark Virtual Terrain
Tacx iMagic Cy cleDream Terrain (Track)
Tacx Fortius Turbo Software
Tack Fortius Atlantis Virtual Terrain
Tack Fortius Appollo Virtual Terrain
Tack Fortius Callisto Virtual Terrain
Tack Fortius Velodrome Virtual Terrain (not included as std.)
Tack Fortius Extreme MTB Virtual Terrain (not included as std.)
Tacx Fortius Analayser
Tacx Fortius Catalyst
Tacx Fortius Ergo Videos
Tacx Fortius Real Life Videos (RLV's) Large Choice available
Fitcentric Netathlon Turbo Software (NA1 & NA2)
Will run on both Tacx i-Magic or Tacx Fortius Hardware
Courses
Netathlon BK2-001=Olympic Velodrome
Netathlon BK2-002=Atlanta 1996
Netathlon BK2-003=Lost in Arizona II
Netathlon BK2-004=Head of the Charles
Netathlon BK2-005=Alpine Trail
Netathlon BK2-006=Kailua Pier, Kona
Netathlon BK2-007=Small Town
Netathlon BK2-008=New England Country Ride
Netathlon BK2-009=Rider Derby
Netathlon BK2-010=Lunar Mission II
Netathlon BK2-011=Empire City
Netathlon BK2-012=Lake San Antonio
Netathlon BK2-013=Green Acres
Netathlon BK2-014=Canyon Adventure II
Netathlon BK2-015=Cy cleOps Colorado Trail
Netathlon BK2-016=Eco Adventure II
Netathlon BK2-017=Sydney 2K
Netathlon BK2-018=Fitness Test
