The Taxc NEO Direct Drive Smart Turbo Trainer offers the best in power & intelligence & is one of the quietest indoor trainers currently available on the market. It is compatible with Zwift & other leading virtual training platforms. The direct drive gives a highly realistic road feel, there is no loss of power. The powerful motor is able to apply resistance up to 2200 Watts & simulate slopesrealistically up to 25%. It also speeds up during descents. This ensures the most realistic cycling experience, also during climbs. The Tacx Neo Direct Drive trainer requires no calibration. Just like other Smart trainers, the NEO communicates using ANT+ & Bluetooth Smart, allowing it to be connected quickly & easily with Tacx apps. Performance data can be viewed on several devices simultaneously, including your smartphone, bike computer & sports watch. When the NEO Smart isn’t connected to a smartphone, tablet or computer, it behaves as a fluid trainer. This means the trainer behaves progressively: when your speed increases, the resistance increases as well. So it is possible to use this trainer in a “st&-alone” status. Furthermore, the Tacx NEO features Plug in/ Plug out technology & can therefore be used with & without a plug. Use the plug for an optimal cycling feeling, especially during your start. So you can use this trainer anytime & anywhere.