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  • The new Tacx Bushido is an electronically controlled trainer that keenly requires no wires whatsoever.

    The new Tacx Bushido is an electronically controlled trainer that keenly requires no wires whatsoever.

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  • Riders using non-external bearing bottom brackets will find Tacx's bottom bracket tools handy as they secure themselves to the spindle for a slip-free fit.

    Riders using non-external bearing bottom brackets will find Tacx's bottom bracket tools handy as they secure themselves to the spindle for a slip-free fit.

    Photo credit © Emily Wren/www.emilywren.com

  • The real magic begins when you use the optional PC upgrade, though, which enables a far greater collection of features.

    The real magic begins when you use the optional PC upgrade, though, which enables a far greater collection of features.

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  • A trick interface with Google Earth also allows users to create whatever course they wish - which they can then ride directly on the map.

    A trick interface with Google Earth also allows users to create whatever course they wish - which they can then ride directly on the map.

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  • Riders can opt to view themselves in a pseudo-video game-like environment…

    Riders can opt to view themselves in a pseudo-video game-like environment…

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  • Handy Gem bike stands keep bikes upright and out of the way.

    Handy Gem bike stands keep bikes upright and out of the way.

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  • Also new from Tacx is this clever chain tool with a flip-top lid that holds the pieces of chain together and also stores spare links.

    Also new from Tacx is this clever chain tool with a flip-top lid that holds the pieces of chain together and also stores spare links.

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  • The battery-powered display unit controls all of the basic settings and includes smartly waterproof buttons.

    The battery-powered display unit controls all of the basic settings and includes smartly waterproof buttons.

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  • The resistance unit draws its power from the internal dynamo that's spun when the rider begins pedaling.

    The resistance unit draws its power from the internal dynamo that's spun when the rider begins pedaling.

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  • …or in a more life-like scenario.

    …or in a more life-like scenario.

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