ATLANTA (BRAIN) — Wahoo has issued a firmware update to its ELEMNT GPS bike computer, adding several new functions that work with some Shimano Di2 groups and SRAM's eTap drivetrain. The new firmware also adds support for muscle oxygen sensors.
Users can update the firmware on the computers wirelessly, via Wifi.
The update now allows users to view real-time gearing information and battery status for SRAM's eTtap drivetrain. For Shimano, users with Shimano's Di2 Wireless Unit accessory will be able to see their gear combination and battery level on the Wahoo computer. Those with Dura-Ace Di2 will be able to flip through screen on the ELEMNT using the accessory button at the top of their shift/brake levers. Those users also will be able to stop and begin new laps as well as zoom in and out of data fields.
The new muscle oxygen features wirk with devices including the BSXInsight and Moxy Monitor.
Chip Hawkins, the CEO of Wahoo Fitness, said future ELEMNT updates should be expected, much as cell phone makers push out new features regularly.
"We see the ELEMNT as a living product and our development process will continue to reflect that — just because a product is already on the market doesn't mean that it should have to serve as a time capsule," he said.
The ELEMNT retails for $329.99. It was introduced at Interbike and the company said it is now in stock and shipping.
More information: wahoofitness.com.
