A flood of training apps has sprung up as a result of the introduction of smart trainers with Bluetooth / ANT+ control and integrated power metres. As a result, indoor riding has never been more realistic or entertaining. A cyclist can join racing leagues, ride in a group, stick to a regular training schedule, or travel famous roads, as well as compete in some of the world’s most prominent events. PainCave, for example, allows cyclists to take part in virtual rides that include real-time racing footage from some of the world’s most prestigious events. Some of the best trainers and riders in the world provide commentary on the footage, guiding you through each session. In multi-rider mode, ErgVideo, for instance, supports up to 24 riders from a single PC and records all ANT+ device data using a single ANT+ USB stick. ErgVideo’s free edition lets you import structured sessions from your Training Peaks account without having to pay for additional footage. ErgVideo syncs the training data back to the Training Peaks account as soon as the rider completes the program.
Bkool, Wahoo Fitness, Virtual Training S.R.O (Rouvy), Zwift Inc., and Trainer Road – Prominent Market Participants in Indoor Cycling Software Market
Based on the session type, the indoor cycling software can be bifurcated into solo and group. Based on application, the indoor cycling software can be bifurcated into professional training and health & fitness. Based on subscription type, the indoor cycling software can be bifurcated into monthly subscriptions and annual subscriptions.
The top five companies in the market are Bkool, Wahoo Fitness, Virtual Training S.R.O (Rouvy), Zwift Inc., and Trainer Road. The above listing of key players is derived by considering multiple factors such as overall revenue, current Indoor Cycling Software portfolio, new product launches, market initiatives, investment in technology up-gradation, mergers & acquisitions, and other joint activities. A few of the important market initiatives and product developments from the industry are mentioned below:
| Year | News | Country |
| 2020 | IRONSTAR partnered with Rouvy to add some unique bike courses to the digital cycling platform. As per the partnership, all IRONSTAR bike courses would be added to the digital cycling platform by the end of 2020 | Europe |
| 2020 | Paradise Sports Management teamed up with Rouvy to provide a unique cycling experience for all cycling enthusiasts and participants of GFNY Mexico races. The collaboration will include the first virtual version of the GFNY Cozumel racecourse for professionals and amateurs | Europe |
| 2020 | Bkool announced exiting the indoor trainer business and sold its hardware rights to Versa Design. This divestment would help the company to completely focus on their cycling simulator business. | Europe
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