Wahoo Elemnt ACE Impressions - This or Garmin Edge 1050?

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  • Опубліковано 4 гру 2024

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  • @vengermanu9375
    @vengermanu9375 День тому +62

    DC Rainmaker not so impressed

    • @NeilLavitt
      @NeilLavitt День тому +6

      I'm not surprised; it sounds like they have shipped an unfinished product. Not that Garmin wouldn't ever do that, LOL

  • @kainlestad
    @kainlestad 12 годин тому +1

    Garmin edge 1050 all the way baby!❤

  • @RyonBeachner
    @RyonBeachner День тому +8

    Be careful with the out front mounts on integrated bar/stems. This unit is large, and heavy, and if you go ahead and add a GoPro or headlight for riding in the evenings, you’ll want to check the user manual on the bars to verify that the bar is rated for the combined weight, or you risk ripping the threaded fittings out of the bar when hitting rough terrain or potholes. I run an Edge 1040, and when I add up the weights vs what my bars are rated for, I’m within 20g of the limit, so this thing would be a no go.
    Also, considering the weight is further out, it’s going to have even more leverage and reduce the rated weight by some amount.

    • @thrawed
      @thrawed 20 годин тому

      One thing to consider is with a light or gopro underneath is a gopro-finger extension piece that moves the weight backwards towards the stem so there's far less leverage acting on the mount.

  • @robinsonsadventures2174
    @robinsonsadventures2174 День тому +10

    Too big, might as well ride with my Mac book pro on my handlebars 😂😂😂😂

  • @Endlessways13
    @Endlessways13 День тому +3

    I just picked up a Wahoo Roam v2 for my first bike computer. I'm hyped to see the Ace!

  • @wsbygt
    @wsbygt День тому +7

    Even though the AERO data is very nice it´s way too big and heavy. I´ll keep waiting for a faster, lighter and battery durable new Roam. Thank you for the video!

    • @davidarthur
      @davidarthur  День тому +1

      I'm sure the Roam v3 will get some of these updates, the touchscreen and new menu layout and a long battery run time would be nice, that's all I really need right now

    • @wsbygt
      @wsbygt 17 годин тому

      @@davidarthur It needs a bigger CPU. The V2 struggles with reassessing courses along with a sizeable latency gathering on-the-fly data. And, so annoying having it restarting the resume several times when standing at traffic lights or just stopping.

  • @Bike4Coffee-Cake
    @Bike4Coffee-Cake День тому +2

    Sorry you haven’t been well - hope you are fully recovered!!
    Enjoyed the discussion about the wind sensor - I’m sure you could use it to optimise drafting in the short term.
    DC Rainmaker also has some good points on battery life and missing features, but I enjoyed both your review and his - good to get different perspectives!
    Thank you!

    • @davidarthur
      @davidarthur  21 годину тому

      Thanks and yes fully recovered. The wind speed sensor is interesting remains to be seen how useful long term it really is, but definitely potential to optimise position and positioning

  • @marcelsow5817
    @marcelsow5817 День тому +7

    as I am watching your video about the new bike computer, I am getting an email from Wahoo Fitness "the wait is over. Meet ELEMNT Ace" 😂

  • @zitzthesmartass7788
    @zitzthesmartass7788 День тому +8

    This wind sensor is redundant. Wahoo tried to introduce something new, but they ended up with a heavy brick...

  • @MacTech007
    @MacTech007 День тому +2

    Great review. I have the Wahoo Element Roam v2.0. . Don't think I will go for this new Wahoo Element Ace. Will likely go for the Garmin 1050.

  • @Waldorianer
    @Waldorianer День тому +7

    I really think this is the best way to sell more roams and bolts. I do not understand at whom this is targeted. The aero sensor is a cool gimmick but is irrelevant for training particularly if you use a power meter. Enthusiasts and even more so competitive cyclists already mostly chose the bolt over the roam for weight reasons. On the other hand, if you are not weight obsessed and only want navigation features, you could just use your phone. I am a wahoo fan and if the ace was more like the Garmin in the video dimension and weight wise it could have been interesting. Wahoo just went too far with the design for my taste.

    • @Mr_Zzzeee
      @Mr_Zzzeee 12 годин тому

      Bought a bolt a couple days ago lol

  • @samrossnj
    @samrossnj День тому +4

    Everyone is getting their winter head cold so bad that the UA-cam guy is even sick. Get some rest and hydrate Dave!

  • @fixxzitt
    @fixxzitt День тому +1

    Elmnt roam v2 user here. Cool gadget. Anyway to recalibrate aerospeed sensor as it get used.

  • @NeilLavitt
    @NeilLavitt День тому +1

    The last time I heard about TFT screens was late 1990's laptop screens.

  • @Mistadonthecyclist
    @Mistadonthecyclist 3 години тому

    Wahoo just released a cell phone. That looks like an OG HTC

  • @sherwinpais
    @sherwinpais 15 годин тому

    Love the flycatcher

  • @danielt91
    @danielt91 20 годин тому

    Pro tip: Cover the wind sensor with your hand during cycling to get extremely aero... at least according to this gimmick feature

  • @n22pdf
    @n22pdf День тому +3

    Looks nice, good review but still love my Bolt V2 and won’t be changing to this 😊 Pete 🚴🏻👍

    • @davidarthur
      @davidarthur  День тому +1

      The Bolt is so good. Only prefer the Roam as easier to see with my bad eyesight!

  • @jeronerGaming
    @jeronerGaming День тому

    Thanks for the review! Just wondering, what computer mount did you show? I’m looking to replace my Canyon front light mount since the Ace won’t fit without scratching the handlebar/Ace.

    • @davidarthur
      @davidarthur  21 годину тому

      The carbon one? Just a cheapo from amazon!

  • @vongdong10
    @vongdong10 20 годин тому +1

    They can piss off with that price. Literally not far from 'good' smartphone prices.

  • @lukeoneil2341
    @lukeoneil2341 День тому +31

    the only review that matters is DC Rainmaker

    • @davidegai7264
      @davidegai7264 День тому +2

      Totally agree

    • @davidarthur
      @davidarthur  День тому +25

      Glad you came onto my video and write a comment to tell me that ;)

    • @theenthusiast7987
      @theenthusiast7987 День тому +6

      What are you doing here then? 😂😅

    • @NeilLavitt
      @NeilLavitt День тому +2

      Not true, it is good to hear different viewpoints. I will also be interested to hear GP Lama's view. The fact that he hasn't posted yet doesn't bode well as he often holds back when a unit isn't ready. He's been burnt by Shimano in the past.

    • @funnights74
      @funnights74 День тому +2

      Yes, I fear DC might have killed this baby in its crib, he was scathing. Wahoo need to do the necessary upgrades asap and not " some time next year" 😮😮..simply not good enough.

  • @lajosjuhasz4363
    @lajosjuhasz4363 21 годину тому

    I would like to have turn by turn navigation (it is useful when on unknown roads in a traffic where you cannot watch the map and we know that modern GPS devices can sometimes lead you the wrong way when they confuse the direction, a voice navigation might correct that).
    I am going to stay with my trusted Bolt 2 for a couple of years before I decide to upgrade to Garmin 1060 or Ace 2. (I am going to need a bigger screen size)

  • @wimbemong2375
    @wimbemong2375 10 годин тому

    Does it fit on the new super light mount from the new Scott Addict RC?

  • @uberamd
    @uberamd День тому +1

    It seems like a couple rides in the mud, especially if you're following a group, will result in that unservicable air port getting completely clogged. You should give this a test on some mountain bike singletrack in the winter to see just how dirty it gets. Puzzling design decision to be honest, but I guess I understand why their marketing materials don't really push this feature much beyond mentioning that it exists.

  • @olishobbyscene1643
    @olishobbyscene1643 20 годин тому

    what mount are you using?

  • @jazzfan7491
    @jazzfan7491 19 годин тому +1

    Not sure why I wouldn’t just use my phone which I’m already carrying anyway

  • @bwtms
    @bwtms День тому +1

    I have a K-Edge mount, which is basically Wahoo Bolt sized, can it be fitted or is it too long to fit?

    • @davidarthur
      @davidarthur  День тому

      Without testing that exact combo I'm not sure but provided there's adequate clearance to the handlebar it should be fine - that's a small issue with both the Ace and 1050, some integrated out front mounts barely allow the bigger computers to fit

    • @dmitrymyronov
      @dmitrymyronov День тому

      ​@@davidarthur Hi David, I was wondering if you were able to successfully mount Ace to your new Aeroad?

    • @davidarthur
      @davidarthur  День тому

      The Aeroads both went back to Canyon a while ago so can't check that for you I'm afraid. The Edge 1050 did fit so I would hope the mount also has space for the Ace, but I do think there will be some bikes where it might not fit

    • @dmitrymyronov
      @dmitrymyronov День тому +1

      @@davidarthur thank you for the prompt reply and a review!

  • @onghay
    @onghay День тому +1

    No mention about the bell?

    • @Pilgrim13090
      @Pilgrim13090 22 години тому

      Because it’s an other gimmick, just use your voice to signal and keep your hands ready on the brake levers if it is not enough

  • @russford2802
    @russford2802 День тому

    I think its a bit too big and heavy in relative terms for the weight conscious riders out there. Seems to be of more use to the longer distance traveller rider that isn't trying to justify every last gramme on the bike. On a separate item was that the Fairlight you were riding towards the end of the vid? As always nice work and get well soon.

  • @ataricommodore
    @ataricommodore 20 годин тому

    Tell me please, no one shows how many data fields fit on the map. Are there 6 fields available like ROAM? And if it also has 6 fields, is the map still useful - visible.

  • @pj9375
    @pj9375 День тому +1

    Brick!!!! I ride a 5kg bike no way I’m strapping that big boy on, and not on the bike either 😂

  • @denisspratt926
    @denisspratt926 19 годин тому

    This is for those that do racing and especially TTs I think.
    Cause most people don´t really need all the functions on this.
    I ride for the fun of it, don´t really care how fast I am going or how much power I put out.
    I would love a computer with a screen this size.
    But i don´t need all the functions on it.
    I mostly want it to have a bigger screen for the maps.
    So wish they would make a budget version with the screen and the basic functions.
    Like how long of a ride you've done and maybe max. speed and average speed.
    But that´s all I need.

    • @homoinspirus
      @homoinspirus 17 годин тому

      garmin explore

    • @denisspratt926
      @denisspratt926 17 годин тому

      @ no thanks.
      I dont want a app and my phone on there.

  • @wildsurfer12
    @wildsurfer12 День тому +1

    It seems awfully big for a bike computer. Couldn’t they just update the roam with a touchscreen?

  • @SignorLuigi
    @SignorLuigi День тому

    The only thing that's bigger than the price on these bike computers are the gigantic, empty black bezels. If a company made smartphones or tablets with bezels like this, they would go out of business.

  • @eriknoren7078
    @eriknoren7078 День тому

    Can you download routes from Garmin Connect to a Wahoo Ace?

  • @funnights74
    @funnights74 День тому

    As hyped as i was about a bigger screen with touch function the missing strava live segments and poor route profile (even though its on the box) its a no from me. A good unit thats not quite ready is how i see it and at that price point it really should be ready.

    • @davidarthur
      @davidarthur  21 годину тому

      Those features and others are planned for firmware updates next year and other ones too so guess maybe wait until they’ve been added before taking a closer look? All the core functionality is in place though and works well in my experience so far, but agree shame all the features aren’t here. Guess they wanted to get it out for Christmas sales?

  • @thomasreese5000
    @thomasreese5000 День тому

    wow that screen is huge

  • @KeatB
    @KeatB День тому

    DC Rainmaker says it’s not finished and shouldn’t have been released until next year. Loads of missing functionality (Strava segments etc,..)

    • @davidarthur
      @davidarthur  День тому +3

      The core functionality, which I mainly tested, all worked fine during my couple of weeks with it. I must confess I don't use stuff like Strava segments but I do know Wahoo has more firmware updates planned over the coming months so I'll do an update in the new year and test out a few other features - any specifically you're interested in?

    • @KeatB
      @KeatB День тому

      @ no thanks. I was more interested in the form factor. Sadly they’ve still made it clunky with large bottom bezel. I got rid of my Roam v2 for that reason. 1040 solar is found the job at the moment.

    • @NeilLavitt
      @NeilLavitt День тому

      @@davidarthur, battery life was one of my biggest concerns. It sounds like the unit is not optimised yet. That being said, I stopped buying head units at release after being burnt by my Edge 1040, which frankly struggled with buggy software at release.

  • @edittide9842
    @edittide9842 21 годину тому

    First impressions so I guess not a fully baked opinion. The size and heft of this thing astounds me. May as well put a desktop on your handlebars. Wahoo has miss read the market here I think.

    • @davidarthur
      @davidarthur  21 годину тому

      Yes very much first impressions, I focused on the core functionality but there are features missing which Wahoo are adding next year, but arguably should be here now (depends how important those other features are to you, not everyone uses Strava Live Segments for example) - I'm guessing they wanted to get it out for Christmas...

  • @MauroErazo
    @MauroErazo День тому +1

    heavy and expensive.

  • @se9741
    @se9741 День тому +1

    Wahoo electronics and products in general are overpriced trash. Buy garmin you won’t regret it.

  • @freebird61885
    @freebird61885 День тому

    The weight isn’t ideal, but what is it, 40g heavier than the 1050? Come on people…

    • @davidarthur
      @davidarthur  День тому

      Interesting isn't it, weight has never been a factor with computers but this one is getting some serious flak

    • @Waldorianer
      @Waldorianer День тому

      I would agree, but wahoo should know that cyclists spend fortunes to save 40g on a wheel set or frame. I know that this does not matter for the average recreational cyclist but unless forced to do so no pro will every use this.

    • @NeilLavitt
      @NeilLavitt День тому

      @@davidarthur a mouth full of water heavier.

  • @huibsmeets8564
    @huibsmeets8564 14 годин тому

    Just too big, the 1050 is on the border, the Ace crossed it IMHO.

  • @Yazzie95
    @Yazzie95 6 годин тому

    The Hammerhead is far better and lighter

  • @dominikhinterreiter603
    @dominikhinterreiter603 День тому +2

    nice

  • @Irnbruist
    @Irnbruist День тому

    Was considering to switch from Garmin to Wahoo for the nicer display, small size and the awesome led lights - everything is gone in the new Ace, so definitely waiting for a Roam V3

  • @the-portuguese-guy
    @the-portuguese-guy День тому +3

    This device no make any sense to be released.
    The people if having a aluminium wheel... needing buy a carbon wheel because aluminium is too heavy, but now with 200gr plus gps device is no problem ? Wahoo need to go sell this fish on another harbour 😅

  • @EmmanuelNataf
    @EmmanuelNataf День тому

    When I see the lag as you navigate, my brain says "no". Sadly both Wahoo and garmin still suck - it's the price of an iPhone without the design or software. It's even heavier! Massive bezels, painfully slow, hardly any innovation… There's still space for someone to do something far better in this space.

    • @NeilLavitt
      @NeilLavitt День тому

      I doubt it. The Karoo was probably the option and yet the Karoo 3 is what we got.

  • @weiweiensheff9322
    @weiweiensheff9322 День тому

    That’s way too heavy

  • @Andy_ATB
    @Andy_ATB День тому

    If I want to know what the wind is like, I'll just look out the window or my weather apps. Why would you need a wind sensor? More nonsensical tech.......

  • @rayF4rio
    @rayF4rio День тому

    The Edge 1050 is large, the Wahoo ACE is obese. No go for me.

    • @davidarthur
      @davidarthur  21 годину тому

      I always thought the 1050 was too big but the Ace managed to make it feel small!

  • @vitapumpkin4732
    @vitapumpkin4732 День тому

    Nah~ pass~

  • @jozeskufca2255
    @jozeskufca2255 10 годин тому

    Too big and heavy

  • @philko4486
    @philko4486 День тому

    Looks like a brick.

  • @andysteadman8851
    @andysteadman8851 17 годин тому

    A load of expensive unnecessariness

  • @tony5269
    @tony5269 День тому

    Yup I got the Email 📧 also I’ll be getting it will have to save up for it.

    • @NeilLavitt
      @NeilLavitt День тому +1

      Saving is probably a good option, as they'll have the software sorted by then.

  • @artt3231
    @artt3231 День тому

    It’s gigantic!!! 🫣