Wahoo RGT Reviews

by Guttvdydt Guy

Less game than Zwift - I like the idea of just riding without the constant chimes and such. The problem is that it is unbelievably buggy. I’m stuck in the same track I was in the first time I tried it. I can’t out. I’m using Apple TV and an iPhone. Last ride I had two avatars both dressed differently, one sitting still with gradient and the course indicator position, the other moving with the current power reading. WahooRGT seemed to have much less than it us meant to have. I didn’t get a screen to connect devices - but they connected. I can’t seem to end my current ride so I am stuck in cap fermentor. When I inevitably switch back to Zwift to use a program that works - running WahooRGT prior kills the sound in Zwift. It’s a mess.

by Donotlocast1234

Have been using RGT as an alternative of Zswift for past 3 months. At the beginning, thought it was great, but now I’ll be going back to Zswift for the following reasons:

Magic road graphics are plain and repetitive. Doesn’t make you want to explore like Zswift does. Using ultra or medium mode slows down your PC (using MacBook Air).

Most of the time you are riding alone unlike Zswift which has a nice community feel.

RGT continues to limit free courses. This was the main benefit of using WahooRGT . As they continue to take away free courses, Zswift makes more sense to use.

Recommendations for RGT: invest in better graphics and provide better free courses. Otherwise folks will try your app and go back to Zswift like me!

by Bud Blast

First off, I loathe apps that require a second or companion app to make them work. Which is the case here. You can’t even view the experience on your iPhone. You have download their second RGT screen app which crashes every time. Making you aggravated before you can even start a work out. Zwift has some of the same issues. You want to be trained and get an app that trains and forgets the virtual nonsense? Try using Trainer Road. You pick a workout, cycle and it gives all accurate real time data and offers on screen tips as you go that are on point.

by Bdizzlefizzle

Love the idea and I loved the various free rides…when they worked and when they were available. This is easily the most buggy and least reliable app I’ve ever installed. When it was free, I didn’t mind, but they trimmed back the free rides so much that it’s basically pointless and yet it still works so poorly (freezes, won’t connect or stay connected to your trainer, etc) that it’s hard to think paying is a good idea.

They need to make it work before moving the pay wall forward. If it worked, I’d definitely pay.

by DmSweet!

Tried racing on this platform and found the experience frustrating because of bugs and the game mechanics. Reached out with my issues and offered to show them videos of what I struggled with. My concerns were dismissed without consideration and I was told that if I didn’t like it, I should go elsewhere. So that’s exactly what I will do and I suggest you all do the same.

by Axis Help Me

Newest phone, newest iPad with 1TB of storage... the screen app shows “loading” or “spawn request” and then it crashes. I have NEVER had it work! The mobile control app works and shows that you are riding, but the screen app always crashes before ever actually showing any visuals. I was so excited for this.

I have NEVER had zwift crash. I have never had this work.

Wahoo kickr v5 with climb...

by CXColin

Really looked forward to RGT but keep getting TCP connection fail message. RGT gives workarounds that do not work around. Anyway, to ask me to use a VPN to connect is totally unacceptable. I figure this error message is a scam to get users to buy premium package. Hate Zwift but if I have to pay, I’ll go somewhere I trust.

by Kayenine

Apps installed easily and worked on first try with no problems on iPhone 12 Pro Max and iPad Pro (gen 1). The promise of free rides is just a bait and switch though. Free rides have been trimmed back to only 2 and neither is much of a ride. Every other ride is now “Premium” meaning $$$. It’s not that I’m cheap (well I am a bit) but if an app is pushing free whatever the way that RGT is then I would expect t them to stand behind that. If you’re going to pay then go with Zwift.

by Ranamp

WahooRGT is an endless source of frustration. I often spend at least 15 minutes just trying to get it started because you have to coordinate the bike sensor, app, and another device. Then you have to push power button to connect the sensor, which is not intuitive at all. They must’ve changed something again and I cannot get this thing going.
It’s free and you get what you pay for!

by Scoultrane1978

I’ve tried to use it 3 times. It worked once. When it did work, it was great - better physics than other platforms, and I love the fact that it includes braking on corners. Improve the stability and you’ll have something here!

by Greenhouseeffect

A much better platform for group riding or racing than Zwift. Still young and shaking out some niggles. But they will get there.

by Drown Bike Run

I’ve been using RGT for awhile and have experienced some issues. However the team is working hard on fixes and I’ve been happy with it recently. The physics are nice and runs pretty well on my 2010 MBP.

Give it a try!

by Steve S In MN

Before I tried RGT Cycling, I hated to ride indoors. With RGT, I am motivated to ride much longer and harder.

The free version is fully functional, except it lacks the ability to create courses and select certain RGT courses. However, there are many group rides and races that take place on a huge variety of courses.

There is a learning curve, so be patient.

by JonL1038

Started on RGT recently. So far I am VERY impressed. The ride feel and dynamics of the corner braking, draft and overall experience make this the closest indoor cycling to real life riding that I have ever done. RGT blows that one away other apps for realism. Plus they continually rollout new roads that are real! Very cool RGT!

by Das Att

More realistic than Zwift. Newer so work to be done but a great future if they keep it up.

by Rphillips207

No frills indoor riding app. Racing is great. Realistic drafting as well as slowing into corners. Paid feature has some great workouts. If all you want to do is break up the monotony of riding indoors with no frills or gamification this is a great app.

by Joe DelVescio

Switched from Zwift and had some early issues with connecting sensors. Mike with tech support immediately established one on one communications and got the issue corrected. Love WahooRGT .

by Arizona Highway

as an avid (indoor) cyclist, I’ve tried Kinomap, Onelap, Rouvy and Zwift over the past several years and found all to be varying degrees of unsatisfactory

just discovered RGT and am impressed- in large part, WahooRGT is what I have been seeking: user-friendly, eye-catching yet unobtrusive UI; realistic graphics and feel; Strava integration; a variety of colorful routes, kits and bikes; well-designed events for all levels et al

as a bonus, many features are even included with a free account if you do not go premium - which is still 33% less than Zwift

a hearty well-done to the developer for this made-in-the-USA app 👏

by G4b3-18

I love it. I can make a magic road of any outdoor route and ride it in RGT. This is the main feature that makes it so different from any other indoor cycling software; Great community and excellent events, on real roads.

by Gibs32

Been on RGT for a little over a year now and love it. Started with the free version (which is robust in itself) and recently upgraded to premium. Really great community and platform with tons of workouts and races. Can’t wait to see what’s next!

by KC004857281

Crashed on the Apple TV HD 4x in 20 minutes.

It lags like crazy on the Apple TV. It looks like 10fps. Nowhere near smooth.

I warped locations a few times in 20 minutes.

I can’t add friends or find friends.

But the most scathing thing is. I think I’d rather watch Netflix than deal with the mess that is the TV app.

If they can fix the technical issues, then it’s worth the time to use. But currently it’s more trouble that it’s worth.

by Dat62

I downloaded WahooRGT and it won’t even open, keeps telling me to download the latest update which was in March 2019. Well its December and it should automatically download the latest version. So disappointed

by Ydchiurdd

Doesn’t work

by IStuffUser

I created an account and logged in, but the Apple TV half of WahooRGT just locked up and I couldn’t get it to do anything.)

by Ks4607

Makes no sense to require two devices, never got the iPad app to connect with the pin, waste of time. I guess you do get what you pay for.

by Olympus Mons

This is a review for the RGT system as a whole, since both apps are necessary. I tried this with my Assioma Duo power meter pedals, a CycleOps/Saris Hammer H1, an iPhone 8, and iPad Pro 9.7. My internet is fast enough to stream two 4K movies at the same time. I have no problems with Zwift, TrainerRoad, Rouvy, or Xert with my setup. I’m pretty disappointed with RGT, but at least I didn’t spend any money. You might have a better experience if you have different equipment, but I’ll bet that most people will be frustrated with this and go back to Zwift.

The good: the routes are based on real places, they have a free tier, and I was able to get the basic functionality working so that I could ride (power measurements and pairing the two apps together). That’s it for the good stuff.

The bad: The screen freezes occasionally, which is annoying. There is no power match feature (using the Assioma power measurement instead of the Hammer’s). In fact, I can’t even connect the Assiomas and the Hammer at the same time, it’s one or the other. When connected to the Hammer, the cadence is about 1000x higher than the true cadence (like it will read 88768 rpm). Erg/sim doesn’t work- when going up a hill the trainer doesn’t increase resistance, so it’s like I’m hooked up to a dumb turbo trainer. So the cool features of having a smart trainer doesn’t work.

I realize that it might work better with a different trainer, but my trainer works fine with every other app and can’t be responsible for all of the bugs and can’t be to blame for missing features like power match. RGT has been out for well over a year, but still has a long way to go before you should consider it as a viable alternative to Zwift.

by Bmc1987

Downloaded WahooRGT and went to the registration page to fill in information to register a user id. I hit the Register button and nothing happened. I was still on the registration page. Hit register again; nothing. I then thought maybe I was registered. At the sign in page I got a login error. Too bad. I was excited about it after reading an article about it.

by Mmtthh1234

Maybe I’m stupid but I could not get it to work. I was excited when I heard about WahooRGT on GCN and immediately installed and registered. After 30 minutes I could not start a ride. My phone had one screen the Apple TV another and both doing their own thing.

My trainer and power meter didn’t connect Again, maybe I’m stupid but a start ride button or connect sensors button would be helpful.

Deleted and absolutely will not waste my time on RGT again. Zwift, trainerroad, and Rouvy all work perfectly, so there’s that.

by Listen In

I’ve got a slew of apps to use with my Wahoo KICKR. Zwift, TrainerRoad, Rouvy etc. Each has its own advantages but I’m always interested in trying something new. Especially a platform that allows for a simple means to add my own real world routes.

In principle that’s what RGT Cycling is designed to do.

However, the execution of this platform is bizarre, requiring TWO separate apps to be used on TWO individual devices simultaneously. That is you need to launch WahooRGT—RGT Cycling—on your phone and ASLO the separate RGT viewer app on an iPad, Mac or AppleTV. There’s no rational reason to do this and in practice the software is buggy frequently crashing on launch.

I very much wanted to give this platform a fair trial but after failing to get the two apps functioning I gave up and reverted back to Zwift.

I’d love to see the developers get the platform operating with a SINGLE non-crashing app. Then I’d give it a shot again.

by Fpschub

One word describes my experience. Buggy. Crashed several times. Keep getting a “check your internet connection” message. this is annoying for two reasons. first, it locks up the program on the computer so I have to reboot to get out of the program and check my connection. second, when i check the connection, it is fine.

the graphics are good, if they could fix the bugs it would be worth using.

Also, this is not an equipment issue. I have high speed internet, a 2020 macbook pro, and iphone Xs max. so it isn’t that my hardware is out of date and unable to run the software.

by Neutronx

WahooRGT worked flawlessly a few days ago with my iPhone, appleTV, and Kicker. Today, it’s telling me to upgrade even though I’m on the latest version.

by Ham Attack

I am using a Kicker and an iPhone. Easily connected to Apple TV too and Strava. WahooRGT worked flawlessly. I feel the resistance almost instantaneously on my trainer. I download and was riding in less than 15 minutes.

by Vanvalks

3 rides in and loving it! Personally this hits a sweet spot for me. I'm not a big Zwifter (too gamey and I feel like I'm always lost) and Fulgaz has no social aspect to it, so WahooRGT is just right. I really like the screen + app combo which let's me use my phone for other things while riding. I hope it continues to be developed and gains popularity so that more routes can be added. I've not had bugs or unreliability which some other reviews mention. Using an iPhone and Apple TV. Keep at it RGT!