Tacx

TACX - a success story

Tacx started out in 1957 as a small, local bicycle shop in Wassenaar (Netherlands) and has developed into an innovative company with an unconditional passion for cycling. Founder Koos Tacx has managed to turn the Tacx name into an international quality brand. He developed the principle of the free roller, a training device consisting of 3 rollers mounted in a frame, on which you can ride on the spot for warm-up or winter training. In the following years, the so-called Wheel-On roller trainer was derived from the free roller to make it easier to start training. The Dutch manufacturer reached a further milestone in 2000 with the presentation of the first smart, computer-controlled cycle home trainers, on which the current Direct-Drive trainers are also based.

The particular strength of Tacx is that the company produces practically all its products in-house. Tacx employs over 120 people and delivers to 80 countries worldwide. Typical of the Dutch company is its endeavour to constantly improve everything. The result: high quality standards and constant new innovations, such as the Tacx Smart Trainers: the interactive exercise bikes communicate via ANT+ and Bluetooth and can be connected to tablets, smartphones and more. The Tacx Trainer software for the PC can also be used via an upgrade.

So it's no wonder that "tacxing" is a common term for authentic home training among cyclists all over the world. Tacx roller trainers are reliable training partners for professionals, amateurs and recreational cyclists who want to complete their fitness programme within their own four walls during the winter months and in bad weather.

Start your training at home

The Tacx Basic Trainer is the ideal way to start your home cycling training programme or warm up before a race. In addition to a wide range of training options, they also offer outstanding value for money. The Wheel-On trainers, on which a standard bicycle is clamped to the rear wheel, impress without exception with their sturdy folding frames, vibration-damping Elastogel steel rollers and manually adjustable magnetic resistance units.
The differences between the Tacx Basis models lie in the maximum resistance power, the resistance adjustment and the scope of delivery.

Tacx exercise bikes with direct drive

Thanks to better power transmission, direct-drive roller trainers provide a riding experience almost like being on the road. Instead of the rear wheel, the trainer, which is equipped with its own cassette, is clamped into the rear of your bike; tyre wear or loud noises are a thing of the past! In addition, thanks to maximum resistance of up to 2200 watts, the Tacx Direct-Drive Smart Trainers form the ideal basis for holistic cycling training with intervals, sprints and realistic climbing sections.

The Tacx Neo 2T offers you the best of the best. Its special motorised brake, combined with sophisticated sensor technology, including pedal stroke analysis, realistically adjusts the resistance for a perfect simulation. Another unique selling point is the gentle motor support downhill and when coasting in neutral on the straight. Despite its stability, the special frame design also offers a pleasant lateral flex when pedalling in a cradle and can be folded up to save space.

Challenging training and virtual adventures

Tacx is also the leading company for entertaining cycling in the virtual world. With the new generation and software, the company impresses in terms of "virtual reality" and offers the rider an overwhelming riding experience. Realistic game elements such as lifelike interactions with 3D cyclists, lighting and soundscapes create a realistic riding experience. The virtual worlds appear more real than reality itself and make it possible to ride the most beautiful, attractive and challenging bike spots in the world within your own four walls and to admire impressive natural landscapes or large metropolises on the other side of the world on an indoor bike. Anyone who wants to can take part in the legendary Tour de France race - training at home couldn't be more exciting!

Thanks to software-controlled resistance units with wireless connectivity, you can connect your Tacx Smart Trainer to your smartphone, tablet, TV or PC and use training apps from Tacx, Zwift or Sufferfest, among others. These apps can simulate route profiles with a particularly high degree of realism and, after successful completion, you will also receive a comprehensive training analysis and recommendations for improving your performance.

Exciting training with the Tacx app

To familiarise yourself with the benefits of virtual cycling on the exercise bike right from the start, all Tacx smart trainers come with a 1-month premium membership for the Tacx app. The app, available for PC or smartphone, is both trainer and training companion.
First, you use the app to create a suitable workout or select a training film from countless classics and fantastic routes. Then you take on the challenge with app support. You can also race against friends with Tacx Smart roller trainers based on GPS profiles. During the ride, the Tacx app shows you your performance data in head-up style: Speed, power, cadence and optionally your heart rate.

Training with Tacx is effective and a lot of fun!