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Tech feature: Saris/CycleOps/PowerTap 2009 product launch, June 18, 2008

The PowerTap's 'brain' is hidden within
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The brand-new CycleOps Pro series frame
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New one-sided hardware makes for easier loading and removal
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The resistance unit cam affords reasonably consistent tire pressure
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Locking legs are more secure
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The new resistance unit adjustment bolt
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The innovative new PowerBeam resistance unit
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Housed within is a small circuit board
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The linear stepper motor simply alters the distance from the magnets
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A special strain gage applied to the beam
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The included console
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The new JetFluid Pro resistance unit
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The plastic shroud isn't just for show;
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The SuperMagneto resistance unit
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We were surprised to see that every flywheel
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Most of the mass of the flywheels
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Fluid impeller blades are carefully shaped
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Ha! Go figure.
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Saris is also introducing a revamped range of CycleOps trainers
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The new JetFluid Pro trainer
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The SuperMagneto Pro trainer
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An easily adjusted foot on one leg
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Two mounting holes for the resistance unit
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Revised geometry allows the new Pro series trainers
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The folding legs are moved further forward
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