How does the fan know how hard I'm riding?

Pair an ANT+ speed sensor, heart rate monitor or smart trainer directly to the fan. Fan speed then rises as your speed or heart rate rises.

Can I use it without pairing anything?

Yes. Four preset speeds on top let you set airflow manually without a sensor, trainer or phone.

How strong is the airflow?

Airflow reaches up to 30 mph at its highest setting.

Can I aim the airflow?

The fan has two adjustable leg positions so you can change the airflow angle toward your position on the bike.

Does it work with any smart trainer?

It pairs over ANT+ with a speed sensor, heart rate monitor or smart trainer, and over Bluetooth with the Wahoo app for control.

Is it only for cyclists?

It is designed around a cyclist's body position on the bike, so the targeted airflow suits indoor cycling best.

Where is the Kikr Headwind cheapest?

At Alaska Adventure Shop, for $329.00, as of our latest check.

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Kikr Headwind

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$329.00at Alaska Adventure ShopChecked Nov 10

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Last seen at $329.00 at Alaska Adventure Shop on Nov 10.

Our take on the Kikr Headwind

The KICKR HEADWIND is a smart fan built for indoor cycling. It pairs with an ANT+ speed sensor, heart rate monitor or smart trainer so airflow rises as your speed or heart rate rises, and it also connects over Bluetooth to the Wahoo app for manual control. Four preset speeds on top work without any pairing, and airflow tops out at 30 mph. Two leg positions set the angle of its targeted airflow, which is shaped to hit a rider's body on the bike. It suits riders doing hard trainer intervals who want cooling that tracks effort rather than a fixed room fan.

Best forIndoor trainer intervals and hard effortsRiders who want cooling tied to speed or heart rateHome pain-cave setups with a smart trainerCyclists who want manual control without an app

Pros

Airflow follows speed or heart rate when paired with a sensor or trainer
Four preset speeds work without pairing
Bluetooth control through the Wahoo app
Targeted airflow shaped for a rider's position on the bike
Two leg positions adjust the airflow angle
Reaches up to 30 mph of airflow

Cons

Needs a separate ANT+ sensor, heart rate strap or smart trainer for automatic mode
App control adds a phone into your setup
Bulky floor-standing unit takes space beside the bike
No built-in battery, so it needs a power outlet

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What reviewers say

Owners of the HEADWIND generally rate it as one of the better indoor-cycling fans, valuing cooling that ramps with effort and the targeted airflow. Common complaints center on the need for a separate sensor or trainer to unlock automatic mode and on the app and pairing setup.

What people mention

Automatic coolingPraisedOwners like that fan speed rises with their speed or heart rate during hard efforts.
AirflowPraisedReviewers describe strong, directed airflow that reaches the rider on the bike.
PairingMixedAutomatic mode needs a separate ANT+ sensor, heart rate strap or smart trainer, and some find pairing fiddly.
App controlMixedBluetooth control through the Wahoo app works but adds a phone to the setup.
SizeCriticisedSome owners say the floor unit takes up noticeable space beside the bike.

About the Kikr Headwind

The Wahoo KICKR HEADWIND is a smart fan designed for cyclists. It uses a Targeted Airflow Pattern that mirrors the shape and position of a cyclist's body while riding, to simulate road conditions during indoor training.

The fan pairs directly with an ANT+ speed sensor, heart rate monitor or smart trainer, so the fan speed rises as your speed or heart rate increases. Bluetooth connects a phone through Wahoo's app, which puts the speed controls on the phone. You can also choose one of four pre-programmed speeds using the controls on top.

Airflow reaches a maximum of 30 miles per hour. Two adjustable leg positions let you change the angle of the airflow.

Type: Smart fan for cycling
Airflow: Targeted Airflow Pattern, up to 30 mph
Speeds: 4 pre-programmed speeds, selected on top of the fan
Connectivity: ANT+ and Bluetooth
Pairs with: ANT+ speed sensor, heart rate monitor, smart trainer
App control: Wahoo app via Bluetooth
Positioning: 2 adjustable leg positions

Questions and answers

How does the fan know how hard I'm riding?: Pair an ANT+ speed sensor, heart rate monitor or smart trainer directly to the fan. Fan speed then rises as your speed or heart rate rises.
Can I use it without pairing anything?: Yes. Four preset speeds on top let you set airflow manually without a sensor, trainer or phone.
How strong is the airflow?: Airflow reaches up to 30 mph at its highest setting.
Can I aim the airflow?: The fan has two adjustable leg positions so you can change the airflow angle toward your position on the bike.
Does it work with any smart trainer?: It pairs over ANT+ with a speed sensor, heart rate monitor or smart trainer, and over Bluetooth with the Wahoo app for control.
Is it only for cyclists?: It is designed around a cyclist's body position on the bike, so the targeted airflow suits indoor cycling best.
Where is the Kikr Headwind cheapest?: At Alaska Adventure Shop, for $329.00, as of our latest check.