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As the days get shorter, many riders will be heading indoors to keep their training consistent through winter. We’re testing two new smartbikes designed for dedicated indoor setups, performance clothing, the latest recovery tech for post-interval recovery, and a stainless steel bottle built specifically for cyclists. Here’s a first look, with full reviews coming soon.
Muov Road Bike (£4,995)
Despite what the name suggests, the Muov Road Bike isn’t one you’ll be taking out on the tarmac. Instead, it’s an indoor smart bike, designed to give you a dedicated setup for indoor riding – much like the Wahoo Kickr Bike or Zwift Ride, but for a few quid more.
The Muov connects via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi to your smartphone, tablet, computer, or Apple TV, and is fully compatible with indoor training apps such as Zwift and Rouvy. You don’t need a subscription to use it either – it works with the free Muov companion app or any other compatible indoor cycling platform.
It comes in three frame sizes: small, medium and large, which is designed to fit riders from 5’0′” to 6’7″. Worth the £5k? It’s a lot of dosh, and our reviewer Dave Atkinson will be offering his thoughts very soon.
Prungo FluxGo (£459)
There are plenty of ways to aid recovery after hard training sessions, and Prungo’s new FluxGo adds something rather different – wearable red light therapy.
Using what the brand calls ‘Polarization Technology’, it refines light into a concentrated beam designed to reach deeper tissue layers than traditional treatments.
The FluxGo combines Focused LEDs for broader recovery with a ‘Polarized Laser’ to target problem areas precisely. Its contoured, modular design fits different body parts for more efficient treatment, delivering what Prungo describes as “zero-waste energy” for faster, deeper recovery.
Bivo One 21oz Lightweight Bottle (£38.95)
Bivo says the One is the first stainless-steel bottle designed specifically for cyclists, aiming to provide the convenience of a standard bidon but without the plastic.
The brand claims it delivers a “smooth, consistent and enjoyable drinking experience” without the need to squeeze the bottle thanks to input from an ex-NASA engineer involved in its design.
The Bivo One’s silicone-coated exterior is said to improve grip and keep things quiet in the cage, while its shape has been designed to stay secure over bumps yet still release easily when needed in most major bottle cages.
Buy for £38.95 from Alpine Trek
Galibier Équipe 3 Aero Bib Shorts (£73)
When it comes to indoor cycling, comfort is everything, and a quality chamois can make all the difference. One of the standout features of the Galibier Équipe 3 Aero Bib Shorts is the ProDry SL chamois, a 14mm, four-layer, dual-density memory foam pad that Galibier claims delivers “impeccable breathability and a fit that adapts to all body types.”
The Équipe 3 Aero Bib Shorts are now available in both traditional and longer leg options for a better fit across riders. These are the bibs Paule Grele is currently testing for us, so check back soon to see how they perform on the bike.
Wahoo Kickr Bike Pro (£3,499.99)
Wahoo has been in the indoor smart bike game for a few years now, and the new Kickr Bike Pro steps in to replace the second-generation Kickr Bike. It features updated touchpoints from Fizik designed to improve comfort and feel, along with new shifter controls that make it easier to access in-app features on Zwift without taking your hands off the bars, according to Wahoo.
The brand says the Kickr Bike Pro can simulate gradients from -15° to +20°, offers a maximum power output of 2,500 watts, and claims accuracy within ±1%.
For all the latest full test reports on road.cc, head over to our reviews section. For more advice before splashing the cash you can check out our buyer’s guides, and head over to road.cc Recommends to find all our top-rated products in one place.
2 thoughts on “Muov’s £4,995 smart bike arrives for review — plus more cool things from Wahoo, Galibier, Bivo and Prungo”
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I wish my finances were in a state where a £1500 differential, or £4000 in the case of the Zwift Ride, was “a few quid”.
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“There are plenty of ways to aid recovery after hard training sessions, and Prungo’s new FluxGo adds something rather different – wearable red light therapy.”
But cyclists don’t see red lights?