With a handful of apps, the iPhone doubles as a cycling computer, but a new app and companion case from iBike will offer custom readings depending on the user’s goals. One such app-plus-case is the iBike Cycling Computer. The iBike POWERHOUSE is what the company is calling an “intelligent cycling computer” that automatically adjusts to exercise goals.
Those exercise goals offered by iBike POWERHOUSE include “iSlim,” “Express Fitness,” “Brazilian Butt,” “Kid Fit,” “Weekend Warrior,” “Zero to 50 miles in 3 weeks,” and “Healthy Heart.” The program guides you through a series of 45 to 90-minute bike rides. During each ride, the user is coached to pedal at specific levels of effort.
Since the iPhone is not useful as a bike computer when it’s in a cyclist’s back pocket, iBike POWERHOUSE includes a case and handlebar mount. The case fully encases the iPhone to protect it against impact and moisture.
The iBike POWERHOUSE includes:
• A water/shock resistant case for the iPhone or iPod Touch.
• Patented electronics that perform essential cycling measurements, including power.
• An app that interacts with iBike’s electronics.
• A wireless speed/cadence sensor.
• A universal mounting system.
• The ability to listen to music or take phone calls while cycling.
The iBike POWERHOUSE retails for $269, which includes the case, electronics, POWERHOUSE app, speed/cadence sensor, iSlim Plan and mounting system. Additional fitness plans are available as an in-app purchase for $9.99 each. The iBike POWERHOUSE is compatible with all bicycle ANT+ heart rate sensors.