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  1. NEWTON
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  3. PH/DASH
  4. ISAAC SOFTWARE

NEWTON

       

       

      General

    • Q: Which iBike Newton is right for me?

    • A: All iBike Newton models include serious training features such as average and max power, TSS, IF and NP measurements, FTP test, customized workouts, 30 to 150 hours of ride memory, and fully wireless operation.  Exclusive features including wind speed and precision hill slope measurement provide you with training and racing insights that no other power meter, regardless of price, can offer.


    • If you’re considering the Newton+, think about these three questions:  1) Do I ride an indoor bike trainer often? 2) Do I do lots of long rides or bike tours, and need more ride memory?  3) Do I want to learn more about bicycle aerodynamics and how my bike setup and ride position change my aerodynamics?  If you answered yes to any two of these questions, go with the iBike Newton+.  Click here if you would you like to see a side by side comparison between the Newton and Newton+.


    • Bike Newton+ offers the same state-of-the art technology, exclusive features and measurements of the iBike Newton and adds iBike Indoor Trainer Firmware upgrade allowing you to use your iBike to measure power on indoor training rides as well as outdoor rides and exclusive power, aerodynamic, and cycling performance measurements like Snapshot Drag CoefficientTM,  Time AdvantageTM, Continuous Drag CoefficientTM.  And, ride memory is doubled, to 60-300 hours ride time.  Check out the Newton page to learn more.

       

    • Q: I ride with a TT set up, what do I need to use the iBike NEWTON?

      • A: Either Newton model works great, but make sure to add a Newton Remote Wind Sensor (NRWS) to your TT setup. The NRWS gathers wind speed information remotely from your aero bars, giving you most accurate wind readings in your TT position. If your handlebars and stem are round consider the Dual Purpose Mount. If your handlebars aren't round, check out the Steer Tube Mount.

       

    • Q: What is the most aerodynamic mounting system for the NEWTON?

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      • Q: Will the iBike Newton work indoors?
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      Upgrades

    • Q: I own an iBike Gen I/II/III (iSport, iPro, iAero), Can I upgrade to an iBike NEWTON?

      • A: Yes!
        The iBike Newton can be upgraded at any time to a Newton +, unlocking the Indoor Trainer, aerodynamic measurement, and additional ride memory features that are included with the Newton +. After purchasing the upgragde, a special "key" will be emailed to you. The key is installed into your Newton with the Isaac software and unlocks the additional features. Click here if you would you like to see a side by side comparison between the Newton and Newton+.

       

       

    • Q: If I upgrade to an iBike NEWTON can I use existing GEN III firmware keys?

      • A: Yes!
        In fact, if you return your old iBike unit when your new iBike Newton arrives you'll even get a $100 rebate! Check out the iBike Store for more details.

       

       

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GPS

POWERHOUSE

       

       

      General

    • Q: Why all the excitement?

    • A: The iBike POWERHOUSE is the wave of the future.  Why? In a single product the iBike POWERHOUSE combines the state-of the-art in exercise measurement (cycling power), expert guidance (interval training plans designed by world-class cycling coach Hunter Allen), and enjoyable interaction (iOS app) in a complete, easy-to-use system.  The POWERHOUSE is all about you: it precisely measures your exercise effort, customizes workouts based on your fitness objective, and guides you efficiently and enjoyably to achieve your goals.  If you have an iPhone or iPod touch, and a desire to get leaner, lighter, stronger, or faster, then POWERHOUSE is the perfect tool.  iBike POWERHOUSE makes getting fit  more fun, accessible and efficient.

       

    • Q: I'm a serious, experienced rider will the iBike POWERHOUSE really work for me?

      • A: Absolutely! Former professional cyclist and world renowned cycling Coach Hunter Allen has coached thousands of cyclists, from novices to Tour de France pros.  He also coauthored Training and Racing with a Power Meter, considered by many to be the bible of cycling training.

      Coach Allen has written all of the plans and workouts used in the iBike POWERHOUSE.  These are real training programs – using the same measurement method (power) and training principles (FTP-based intervals) that Coach Allen uses with his athletes world-wide.   

      Your POWERHOUSE fitness plan is individually calibrated based on the results of your fitness ride, so your workouts will be set – from the start – at a level that is customized for you.  Each plan includes periodic re-assessments of your fitness level, so as your fitness improves your workouts will remain challenging.  Check out the experience of one seasoned rider.

       

    • Q: I own a bike but don't consider myself a cyclist, am I out of my league?

    • A: Not at all! Many of our iBike POWERHOUSE cyclists ride for fitness and fun. The POWERHOUSE includes instructional videos showing you how to set up your bike for comfortable riding, and other videos teach you some of the secrets used by accomplished riders that make cycling more efficient. No matter your level of cycling ability, once you choose your goal and pick your plan, your rides are individually calibrated based on your fitness level. As your fitness improves your workouts will increase correspondingly. So, while you're apt to break a sweat (no effort, no gain) you won't be in over your head.

       

      • Q: When I insert my iOS device into the POWERHOUSE case, its brightness dims. Why?
    • A: Be sure to turn off the auto brightness feature on your iPhone (located in the settings app).

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      Using the iBike POWERHOUSE

    • Q: How do I use POWERHOUSE? Do I use additional software for POWERHOUSE?

      • A: Yes!
        The iBike Newton can be upgraded at any time to a Newton +, unlocking the Indoor Trainer, aerodynamic measurement, and additional ride memory features that are included with the Newton +. After purchasing the upgragde, a special "key" will be emailed to you. The key is installed into your Newton with the Isaac software and unlocks the additional features. Click here if you would you like to see a side by side comparison between the Newton and Newton+.

    • Q: Does it work indoors?

      • A: Yes!
        In fact, if you return your old iBike unit when your new iBike Newton arrives you'll even get a $100 rebate! Check out the iBike Store for more details.

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    • Q: Who wrote the fitness programs?

      • A: Yes!
        In fact, if you return your old iBike unit when your new iBike Newton arrives you'll even get a $100 rebate! Check out the iBike Store for more details.

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    • Q: My iPod touch fits very securely in the case, is there an easy way to remove it when I'm done?

      • A: Yes!
        In fact, if you return your old iBike unit when your new iBike Newton arrives you'll even get a $100 rebate! Check out the iBike Store for more details.

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    • Q: Can I repeat a training plan (iSlim, CycleMax, ExpressFit, etc.) more than once?

      • A: Yes!
        In fact, if you return your old iBike unit when your new iBike Newton arrives you'll even get a $100 rebate! Check out the iBike Store for more details.

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    • Q: CanI repeat a training plan (iSlim, CycleMax, ExpressFit, ets.) more than once?

      • A: Absolutely! 
        Once you’ve finished a plan (about 4 weeks worth of riding) you can repeat it if you wish.  Because your fitness plan is based on your fitness level, when you restart a plan it will be at a much higher level. So, even an advanced rider (who will do very well on the initial fitness test) will benefit from using these expertly developed plans. 

        Even though you can repeat any plan, we strongly encourage cyclists to check out ALL of the plans. Different plans provide different end benefits, so you might want to “shift gears” once you’ve conquered your first POWERHOUSE plan!

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    • Q: Is it possible to repeat a workout, out of sequence?

      • A: POWERHOUSE workouts are designed to be followed in sequence, so that your body adapts to the workouts and interval training safely and effectively.  Each workout focuses on differing aspects of fitness, so once a particular workout is completed, you’ll automatically be moved to the next one.

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    • Q: What happens if I don’t complete a workout in its entirety?

      • A: If you can’t do a full workout, you’ll have the option to start it over, or to save it and move to the next one.

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    • Q: Can I use a heart rate strap with the POWERHOUSE?

      • A: The POWERHOUSE uses power measurement for its interval training, not heart rate.  Heart rate is not needed for the POWERHOUSE and therefore is not measured.

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      Looking for more?

    • Q: Can I ride with an iPod touch, even if it does not have GPS?

      • A: YES. 
        The iBike POWERHOUSE is not GPS dependent.  It uses the most advanced cycling effort measurement technology available (power) to get an accurate read of your effort and fitness. 

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    • Q: Can I use the iBike POWERHOUSE as a cycling computer as well?

      • A: YES! 
        When you’re not training one option is to use the “Free Ride” aspect of your iBike POWERHOUSE app.  A Free Ride shows you your power output using the same system as in your workouts, but without directing you to pedal at any particular level of effort.

        Alternatively, if you’d like to ride with a cool bicycle computer and see speed, ride distance, time and (iPhone only) maps, install and use the free iBike Coach app.  It works perfectly with your POWERHOUSE case and provides you with an amazing, and superbly precise, conventional cycling computer.

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    • Q: Can I use the iBike POWERHOUSE as a power meter?

      • A: The POWERHOUSE is designed specifically to provide the benefits of power measurement and training, without requiring the cyclist to learn the science behind each.  So, the POWERHOUSE does not report out “raw” power numbers—there’s no need for them!


      • If you would like to use your iPhone or iPod touch to both train and read actual power numbers, check out the iBike Dash+power.

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    • Q: Do I want an iBike POWERHOUSE or an iBike Dash+Power?

    • A: That depends.  The iBike POWERHOUSE takes the complexity out of power training and eliminates the need for you to hire a coach and also learn the ins and outs of power measurement. 

      However, if you’re a “power-aware” cyclist and want to get deeper into power numbers, and also want to take advantage of Hunter Allen’s POWERHOUSE workouts, then the iBike Dash + Power is perfect. 

      Why? 

      With the iBike Dash+Power you can use both the iBike App and the iBike POWERHOUSE app with your + Power case. 

      The iBike app works with the  + Power case to give you a fully-customizable, numbers-deep power meter of incredible sophistication and flexibility.  You’ll get all of the features and sophistication of iBike power meters—including full use of Isaac software and Google Earth (requires iPhone).

      Also, with the + Power case you will be able to use the iBike POWERHOUSE app whenever you choose, giving you full access to all of the POWERHOUSE plans.  With the iBike Dash + Power can train with Hunter Allen’s workouts, and geek-out with the iBike app.  Your choice!

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