the instructions with the speed sensor say to put it on the hub…but you put it out on the wheel. Hi – great article. I get a lot of email asking about the Wahoo cadence and speed sensors that I mentioned in my earlier “Peloton on a Budget” blog post so I thought I would write a post dedicated to all things Wahoo. So the only way to pair up a 3rd-party cadence sensor is via the Peloton Digital iOS App for iPhone. . Almost. Are you able to connect with others in the same way with the wahoo cadence devices are is it just to follow the cadence of the instructors are using instead of guessing? Hoping they will both show in the peloton app on my phone and then on my smart tv. Thanks i just bought all this arrives today hoping to add to my beachbody type workouts but mostly to lose weight without running as it kills my lower back thank you. You may have mentioned this elsewhere – but do you use an Android or iPhone? So helpful. The Peloton digital app has the ability to connect to a sensor such as the Wahoo or moofit, but Apple Fitness+ does not. Works with 50+ apps including Wahoo Fitness, Zwift, Runtastic, Runkeeper, UA Record, Endomondo, Peloton, Map My Run, Sorry, no, I haven’t looked at watt meters to use with my bike and the Peloton App. Peloton App Mirroring and Streaming. Thanks for your note. So if you want to save a few bucks, you can buy just the Wahoo cadence sensor without the speed sensor for a little bit cheaper. The Peloton App just keeps getting better and better! I found a Wahoo Cadence Sensor that works with an APP that connects with bluetooth on your phone. I can't find instructions for this anywhere and I have no idea how to do it. Rated 5 out of 5 by Anonymous from Great cadence sensor This sensor works great and pairs with the peloton app! I am sorry to ask so many questions. I love the sensor! © 2020 Sipping and Shopping. It has worked just fine although a few months ago we had an issue with the monitor not activating until a few minutes into the workout. This sensor makes the workout .. without it, you really can’t use the Peleton app. The bike I ordered already has a monitor attached showing stats. With a recent update you can now see your Wahoo cadence and heart rate overlayed on top of the video. I would categorize it as a “nice to have” so that you can measure your distance and so that all the fields are showing in the Wahoo app (there is no “N/A” displayed under Speed). Okay good to know so it sounds like I may at least be able to work out with the others. I have a Nokia/Withings Steel HR which connects to it’s own Health Mate app, which syncs with Apple Health in my iPhone. These shirts can cause additional static electricity which results in odd readings. This allows you to follow along with the instructor and since it connects to the Peloton APP you don’t even have to have another device open. Works well with the peloton app. We reached out to Wahoo and they told us to spit on it. Wahoo cadence sensor £29 Total cost £301, plus £12 a month for the Peloton subscription (which does other exercises as well as just spin class, and has various leisure rides built in too) I'm considering putting a TV on the wall in my office and casting to that. It defeats the purpose of the app on the TV. Best of luck! There are many manufacturers of cadence sensors, and Pelton Digital for iOS should work with any Bluetooth-enabled cadence sensor. Help! Thanks! I have the Wahoo cadence and heart monitor and they work very well. So do I need to Wahoo device to show up to the instructors? I use the peloton app on my phone, from what I’m reading if I buy the wahoo cadence sensor I won’t be able to view both the cycle class and the wahoo app at the same time? Vertical oscillation, cadence and ground contact time combine to provide a Running Smoothness score. Thanks, Beth! There is very little content as far as scenic rides are concerned. My TV doesn’t support mirroring so I can’t do that as of now. The app is free for 90 days right now – I suggest that you give it a test drive. Output is determination of cadence and resistance. If you looking to save money, skip the speed sensor. Short version, Peloton App. So that you can get a feel for it, here is what it is showing: Cadence 57, Heart Rate 114, Speed 15.6 mph; Workout Time 48.01 and Workout Distance 16.62. Wow this post is amazing, as I’ve just purchased a non pealoton bike and am planning on hacking my way to a summer bod. The Peloton App allows you to high-five but you cannot compete against others on the leaderboard. Thank you for all this great info ! I have been able to connect the cadence sensor & it displays in the app, but am getting tripped up on finding the speed data (to figure out the distance). Wiki researchers have been writing reviews of the latest cadence sensors since 2018. It’s hit or miss if you are trying to connect and display to both. I personally do not like the leader board so not having it hasn’t been an issue for me. You can only pair a Bluetooth compatible heart rate monitor and setup your HR zones by entering your birthdate. I’m thinking if you mirror play an Ipad or iphone thru AppleTV to your TV then it would show up. After a ton of research, we bought a Wahoo cadence sensor and a Wahoo speed sensor. I never had an issue. Feel free to post your questions – I usually respond within 24 hours! The most popular cadence sensor is the Wahoo sensor that is $40. P.S. I am looking at the Wahoo Tickr x( $79.99 vs. $39.99 for cadence + $49.99 for HR) that can track cadence and heart rate, also looked at Wahoo Blue SC ($59.99 vs. $80 on a… Read more ». The Wahoo speed and cadence sensors provide you at least a ballpark idea of how you match … However, when I cast it to my TV, the cadence doesn’t show. Silly question. If you have any trouble with your cadence sensor connecting to Peloton Digital, you can contact our Support Team here. With Peloton App, if you take a live class the instructor can see your user name and you may be able to get a shout out but with the sheer number of riders these days, it is hard to come by. Ty. Its great for people that use their phones or tablets to watch the classes. To clarify…you can pair multiple Wahoo sensors with a single iPhone or iPad? the wahoo rpm cadence sensor is a wireless, magnet-less, lightweight, cadence sensor. I am loving my budget bike with the Peloton app, but would really love to know my output. Hi Costa, that is all covered in my most recent blog post about the Peloton App and Mirroring. The Wahoo Blue SC Speed and Cadence Sensor offers appealing features for cyclists of all levels, including real-time data transmission to phones and … Thanks for the note. But how does my bike connect to the Peloton App? Both cadence and HR show up on the screen. HI. That makes a lot of sense and I know a lot of people that do the same. You are correct, it does not pull the cadence into Peloton app on your phone OR on your tv if you are streaming (at least not if you use Google Chromecast). We went with the Wahoo HR, cadence and speed sensors and paired them with the Wahoo App. That is only available with the actual bike. Thanks for the infi. I am only speaking about cycling classes but … I don’t think mine does. You connect it to your pedal with attachments that came in the pack. Hi! Even if we turn the iPad sideways there is some blank space on the sides, it doesn’t take up the full 75” of our new TV. I am debating if I should by a wahoo heart rate monitor AND cadence sensor separately or simply buy the TICKR X which is supposed to have both metrics but I cannot find any info on people using the TICKR X with the peloton app to display both metrics … Hi does it keep track of your rides in the peloton app like if you have the bike so your friends can see your rides and your stats from them like power out, speed distance etc. I am sorry to hear that. And you are correct, the RPM = speed so no need to buy the a Wahoo spend sensor. That is so very sweet of you! I am using android phone and I cant seen to get pelton app and wahoo cadence showing at same time. You need another sensor for that but I do not considerate as necessary as the cadence monitor. Cadence is a ‘must have.’ Speed is a ‘nice to have’ and. Also, would HR from a fitness tracker such as Fitbit show in the app if I connect it via bluetooth? While riding, Peloton instructors shout out how fast you should be pedaling – this is what is known as your “cadence.”    The actual Peloton bike and other bikes like the Keiser M3i  display  your cadence. I do want to train either with on demand videos or live… Read more ». Any… Read more ». This matters for a few reasons. How do I get the Wahoo cadence sensor to appear in the Peloton app? Also, does output/power show on the screen during a workout or are you only able to view it after a workout with the wahoo sensors. Some known devices that work on Peloton Digital for iOS are: Note that cadence is not displayed on Android, or when using Airplay through the Peloton Digital App to an Apple TV. I didn’t realize how much the Peloton app relies on Cadence. Today, I am proud to introduce My Cadence for iOS & Android available for free on the App Store and Google Play. Thanks again Rob. I have it set up so that calories burnt display on my Wahoo App. Hi, Is the speed sensor needed to gain the distance readout? We bought a MaxMiles mobile phone holder and attached it to the bike’s handlebars for ease of visibility. Thanks for the great info! A recent upgrade to the Peloton app allows riders to display their cadence and heart rate directly to the  tablet  instead of needing to use the Wahoo app. But I guess I will take what I can get. Wahoo has a great reputation building at home trainers and I put one in my cart. Have you contacted Wahoo? This is probably a stupid question, as I’m new to tracking. Totally. I have the Wahoo cadence sensor attached to my indoor bike. I am so excited to have found your blog! Hi BethJane, just wondering if you have looked at any watt meter devices as an addition? Sometimes I do pre-recorded Peloton classes directly from my phone. Speed is just a nice to have. I have the most recent version of the Peloton app but I don’t see the cadence anywhere. Pinterest: BethJaneSpins My Wahoo Cadence monitor arrives tomorrow night. When I kept reading that I’d need a cadence sensor for my bike, I really thought it was optional. Storm – I’m just embarking on the same path as you mentioned here: smartwatch for heart rate and wahoo sensors for cadence. moofit Cycling Cadence Sensor Bluetooth & ANT+ Cadence Sensor Wireless Bicycle Cadence Sensor IP67 Waterproof for Zwift Wahoo Elite HRV Endomondo Peloton Compatible with Cycling Computers 4.5 out of 5 stars 271 I think you will find all the answers you need my post about Mirroring and Streaming the Peloton App. As long as your FitBit is compatible with the Peloton App you will be fine for display of your HR. DIY your own Peloton Bike setup for less than $400 using the Sunny Health & Fitness SF-B1002 Bike, a Wahoo Cadence Sensor and the Peloton App. I understand cadence is a must to measure how fast you are pedaling, speed is a nice to have to measure distance. The iOS Peloton app can’t be paired with a smart bike trainer for example or a powermeter. I noticed the power (201) displayed in your picture of the Wahoo App. How did you make that work and calibrate it? With the Peloton Digital iOS App, you can connect a Bluetooth-enabled cadence sensor directly to the app to see your real-time cadence in your cycling workouts, helping you to follow along with the instructor’s cues throughout your cycling workouts. This is needed to measure how many calories you are burning (and to monitor your heart rate, of course…). Even when connected, the cadence will jump all over the place from 20 to 100. That is one of the reason I use the Wahoo Speed Sensor. There is some type of lag/stutter in the video; and Thanks. When you start a class on the app there is an option on the right hand side to connect your cadence sensor and heart rate monitors via Bluetooth. I can pair my Wahoo cadence, speed and HR to my Wahoo App on my phone; or. Thank you for your response! Should I? I just bought this sound activated disco ball and its fantastic! To calculate output you need one the following: A bike with a computer that calculates output (like a Keiser M3i); or. Thanks. That’s also been my experience over the past couple of weeks and was curious what you may be doing differently. Thanks for the note. I was building this bike without ever having looked at the Peloton app, so I really hand no idea what a class was like. I think my display question is clear, but still wondering about the HR question – whether I can connect the Peloton app to a tracker such as Fitbit and display HR on the app directly. Wahoo makes a cadence sensor that is Android compatible, if that’s what the fire tablet uses. Thanks! Hi Storm amd thank you Beth for the very informative post! It also keeps a record of your workouts. iPhone or iPod - The biggest drawback with using the Peloton app over the Peloton bike, is that you will not see your true cadence and resistance stats as you ride. Update – Peloton has now removed the section of the support page about Bluetooth cadence support being removed. This Year’s Hottest Peloton App Accessory. You are correct, it does not pull the cadence into Peloton app on your phone OR on your tv if you are streaming (at least not if you use Google Chromecast). I can pair just my Wahoo cadence and HR to the Peloton App (sits on top of the screen) if I am using phone/iPad (or mirroring) to display. I suggest contacting Peloton to see if your smart watch “speaks” to the Peloton App. I checked “Settings” to see if there was something I had to activate. You can’t do it with the app. If you’re using only the Peloton app you’ll have a slightly stripped down class experience. Hi Beth and Travis – I wanted to share what I figured out thanks to Beth’s post and a lot of Googling. Wahoo Speed Sensor for Peloton; Setting the Right Circumference, https://www.sippingandshopping.org/measuring-resistance-with-peloton-app/, https://support.onepeloton.com/hc/en-us/articles/360026787151-Connecting-a-Cadence-Sensor-to-Peloton-Digital-for-iOS, Measuring Peloton Resistance; Sunny, Keiser, NordicTrack and Echelon Resistance Charts, Peloton for Valentine’s Day? If not, I likely just cut a small piece from my little roll of Velcro that I have. You can usually find speed and the cadence sensors bundled together, like this one from Wahoo, which can be purchased for $70. Find an App for Speed and Cadence. Disclaimer:  My Sipping & Shopping blog is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for me to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. Thanks for writing. My set-up is the app, Apple Watch, Sunny Health spin bike, and a Wahoo cadence sensor. This sleek, Bluetooth 4.0 and ANT+ enabled cadence sensor is easy to install, connects wirelessly to your iOS or Android device and displays your cadence data (through the free Wahoo Fitness App or other top cycling Apps such as Starve, Map My Ride and Cyclometer). I want to add the cadence monitor from Wahoo but I am confused. I plan to use the Peloton app (and perhaps others) on my Roku TV. Thank you. This is awesome and I just wish that when you stream to the TV that it would also show on the TV. Thanks for such a quick response and the comments. It just doesn’t show up at all for me but when I e used the Pelaton bikes before (while traveling) that was the best part! Do I need all three sensors (cadence, speed, and HR) in order to get my output/power? Cadence and HR are key. What kind of matt are you using for your indoor spin bike? I do not feel the same way about the speed sensor. You’ll be able to see your cadence and heart rate on your tablet but not your speed. Some known devices that work on Peloton Digital for iOS are: Wahoo RPM Cadence; Wahoo TICKR X; Note that cadence is not displayed on Android, or when using Airplay through the Peloton Digital App to an Apple TV. To connect your cadence sensor, simply turn on the device, and depending on the model - put it on or install it on either your crank-arm or shoe, then: If you are having trouble pairing your cadence sensor, ensure that it is not currently paired with any other devices. The Peloton App itself is your connection to the instructors. Do you happen to have any suggestions? Yes, the app tracks you which rides you take, the number of rides date, etc. Well, not exactly – here was their response: Here is a picture of the speed sensor on the wheel. Dumb question – I have the Wahoo cadence & speed sensors & use the app on my phone. I do have to wonder about its accuracy, though. Tap the name of your device to pair your cadence monitor and you should see your live cadence metrics start to appear. Now here is a picture of what the heart rate and cadence look like if you are… Read more ». But with so many on the market, its difficult to know what to buy. During a ride? Cycling Cadence & Speed Sensor | Wahoo Fitness JavaScript seems to be disabled in your browser. As the resistance goes up, it becomes harder to maintain the same cadence, or speed at which you’re pedaling. I am curious on how the wahoo speed sensor mounts to the spin bike fly wheel. Sometimes I Google Chromecast my classes to my big screen. If you continue to have trouble with your device, the battery may need to be replaced or recharged. Leave a comment or send me an email if you have any questions. Anyway, I cant find the answer to my question anywhere and am hoping you know…..is it possible to climb the leaderboard with this setup? But if you aren’t good with rhythm (or have very little like me) and/or like to see the effort then a cadence sensor is handy investment. You know , the screenshot all my neighbors are always sharing to the group text haha. For everyone out there using the Peloton App with a budget friendly bike (like me), you need to get a cadence sensor. Is this correct? My spin studio doesn’t use stats of any kind, and the bikes don’t even have display screens. This is needed to measure how many calories you are burning (and to monitor your heart rate, of course…). So grateful for… Read more ». I figured I’d rather purchase a tracker vs. just a HR monitor if I am buying something new. If you have any trouble with your cadence sensor connecting to Peloton Digital, you can contact our Support Team. I have a question: is the resistance in the peloton equivalent to wahoo KICKR? This may sound silly, but what do you measure to find the circumference of the front wheel where you placed your sensor? Hoping it works! While cycling, there are two key inputs to how hard you’re working - cadence and resistance. Is a heart rate monitor essential if I want to know calories burnt? Click here to view all the compatible Apps. I understand you can’t join the leaderboard on peloton through this connection method, does that mean it also doesn’t give you your total workout results at the end via peloton? Peloton takes care of the install process: A team arrives in a Peloton van, hauls the bike to whatever room in the house where you want it to live, helps you pair it to Wi-Fi, and walks you through all the instructions for setup. Easy to set up, easy to use. Hi Beth, It just comes down to compatibility. You may have noticed that I said cadence is essential. Hi Beth, I am SO GRATEFUL to have found your blog post and just finished my first workout using the Pelaton app with my Wahoo cadence sensor (I opted for the Horizon ic7.9 bike so it can hold the phone or iPad….it’s nice I guess but seat is painful lol.) Facebook: Beth Jane I saw you mentioned you cannot join the leaderboard with the wahoo cadence sensor. See the following links to learn more about Wahoo Fitness App Compatibility for iOS or Android. There are many manufacturers of cadence sensors, and Pelton Digital for iOS should work with any Bluetooth-enabled cadence sensor. Take a read and let me know if you have any additional questions: Wahoo Speed Sensor for Peloton; Setting the Right Circumference, I am not sure if I follow your question; however, this post may be useful for you: https://www.sippingandshopping.org/measuring-resistance-with-peloton-app/, Peloton: MomJeans_73 Thanks so much for your response! Sorry but I am not familiar with that device. Next time you start a workout and are wearing your cadence monitor, your monitor will automatically pair. Would love your thoughts, please comment. Thanks for writing in. however I have a friend that has a Bowflex bike and does join in peloton workouts with other friends that have the peloton bikes and they can high five and compete against each other. It’s likely not exactly the same as the actual Peloton bike but it’s still nice to have. Is it the speed sensor, cadence sensor, or a combination of both that provide the power output displayed in the Wahoo App? You can use an antistatic agent or what might be simpler would be to test this without one of these shirts on to see if you’re getting these odd readings. Even though you will hear the instructor mentioning cadence and resistance a lot but there is no way to pair a cadence sensor. Also, you’ll want to make sure the strap is wet as this will help the connection and prevent odd readings. I get that question alot and decided to create a new post with the instructions. Overall, we are very happy with all of the Wahoo devices – the cadence and speed sensors, the heart rate monitor and their app. I dont HAVE to buy both, correct? The most popular is the Wahoo cadence sensor. Th... COVID-19 Bike Delivery StatusCOVID-19 Tread Delivery Status COVID-19 Bike Delivery Status Thanks for writing. I don’t think that the Speed sensor is an absolutely necessary so this doesn’t bother me. Thank you for the post! Also, it may help your future readers if you included that clarification somewhere within the below: “Here is the Wahoo App in our MaxMiles phone holder attached to our Sunny bike. The cadence does not appear on the screen as described. You can find this tutorial on your Bike touchscreen in a series of videos called Peloton 101. Enjoy the Peloton App! Welcome back. Cadence is much more important than seeing the speed. Since your Peloton app won’t tell you your speed and cadence, you’ll need another app to connect to your bike that’ll tell you all your workout stats. I’ve read that the TICKR X uses the motion of your body to track cadence but unfortunately I do not have any first hand experience with it. SippingAndShopping.org All rights reserved. It’s better to connect to just one. Have you had any luck? Yes, I use a Wahoo HR monitor and it syncs with and displays right on the app. The wahoo app is not available. I have a Fitbit that keeps track of my heart rate am I able to just use that and the cadence sensor from wahoo or do I need the heart rate sensor as well in order to use the peloton app correctly? Under the subtitle “Metrics Displayed on Screen” I see Cadence = 61 but where does heart rate display? ! Here is a picture of the cadence sensor on the pedal of the bike (look closely).Here is a picture of the speed sensor on the wheel. I just completed my first Fitness+ cycling workout and it will be my last until Apple gets it into better shape, no pun intended. Just FYI, you may have already figured this out already but while on your phone and in the video your watching, rather than clicking on the little apple icon to send to tv, turn the phone sideways and pull down your iphones menu for “screen mirroring”, then it will beam exactly whats on your phone to the tv rather then going to the different view of the app and you will see your speed and cadence. The speed through then Wahoo app would need to be done separately on iphone/iPad whichever is not connected to TV through HDMI dongle. I hope that you are enjoying the Peloton App! Feel free to not include my reply in the visible comments. The cadence sensor is attached to the pedal. We use an iPad to stream the Peloton classes. Thx. I feel like a totally clueless idiot. Yes, a speed sensor is necessary to read and record the distance via my setup. This is great but if you are streaming classes from the tablet to a TV like me the cadence and heart rate do not display on the TV. Tell us how you get along with the Peloton App and your own bike set up. Game changer for making the most out of the workout. You can see cadence and heart rate via the Wahoo Cadence sensor and Wahoo HR monitor (that is what I use, others work); however, not the Speed. Peloton Digital for iOS supports third-party Bluetooth cadence sensors, which allows you to see your real-time cadence displayed right in the app. We see irregular data or erratic readings like this most often due to dry skin or wearing a dry-fit/tech t-shirt. I thought you could only pair to a single Bluetooth sensor at a time. Does the bike have to have some kind of bluetooth capability. So that you can get a feel for it, here is what it is showing: Cadence 57. Thank you! It picks up my cadence but I don’t see speed or distance. Thanks in advance! The speed data doesn’t display within the Peloton app (overlayed on top of the screen) – only the cadence and HR. Since you don’t have a resistance measurement through the app, there is also no output measurement. thank you in advance. Note 2: The Peloton instructors might also mention a specific resistance level which is something only those people with a peloton bike will be able to set exactly. and attached it to the bike’s handlebars for ease of visibility. Cadence is measured in pedal revolutions per minute (RPMs), and measuring and tracking your cadence will help you make your pedal stroke more efficient. I suppose it is from someone using power pedals. 2. When will cadence show up? Thanks! Thank you Andrea. Several times I have been able to connect the sensor with the Peloton app, only to have it either lose connection half way through or register 0 rpm for the remainder of the ride. Thanks for the note. First off, and rather unfortunate, the Peloton Digital Android App doesn’t display cadence information. No matter what I’ve done I can’t get the wahoo speed sensor to work on my sunny fly wheel. The Wahoo speed sensor displays on the Wahoo app but not the Peloton App (unlike cadence and heart rate). Instructions can be found here. I seen this note under pelaton support. I use a Samsung S10, the Peloton Digital App, and the free Wahoo app with the cadence sensor. Yes, I stream from my iPad to my TV via Apple TV. Do I have to do it on the phone app and then stream it to the TV?