Zycle is one of the brands that have arrived with more force in the world of cycling rollers.
It is the brand that was behind Bkool rollers for years and after Bkool focused on its simulator Zycle It went on the market with various models that have become a reference for this type of device worldwide.
A clear example has been the Smart ZPRO, a top-selling roller both in our country and in the international market
You can consult in this article our Zycle Smart ZPRO review
A few weeks ago Zycle announced the launch of its new roller Smart Zdrive, with a direct transmission system, ideal for those looking for real sensations of the cycling training at home.
In this article we want to make a comparison of these two models to see how they differ and for what type of athlete they are indicated.
ZPRO | ZDRIVE | |
Direct transmission | DO NOT | SI |
Extra wheel needed | SI | Cassette only |
Cassete | N/A | 8V to 11V |
Wheel Compatible | 20 ″ to 29 '' | 26 "to 29" |
Noise level | 80% | 20% |
Real sensations | 75% | 95% |
Power reached | 1.200 W | 1.800 W |
Simulated slope | 15% | 20% |
Compatible Zpower | SI | SI |
Simulator compatible | SI | SI |
Electrical consumption | planet | with |
Bluetooth FTMS and ANT + | SI | SI |
USB connection with PC | DO NOT | SI |
Road bike | SI | SI |
Mountain bike | SI | SI |
Price | 449 € | 699 € |
Athlete level | Low / medium | Medium / High |
Although the two types of rollers are valid for all types of athletes, it is true that you can look for specific benefits and in that ZYCLE covers all the possibilities with these 2 models.
However, we want to give you some tips to know what type of roller is the one that best suits your needs, depending on the level and number of outings that are made on the bike.
If you are an athlete who makes 4 outings outdoors and uses the roller 4 to 10 times a month, with a low or medium initiation level, your ideal roller is the ZPRO, since it will cover most of the stocks
However, if the athlete does a more serious training, goes cycling 2-3 times a week or substitutes Outdoor sessions for Indoor with the roller, and does quality workouts at home, the ZDRIVE is undoubtedly the best option.
The ZDRIVE will give you that extra training bonus that thanks to the stability, the power achieved and the simulation that it can achieve, you will be able to give the maximum of the performance on the roller.
You can find more information about both rollers on their website https://zycle.eu/