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# Cycling Data Bike Attachments
The Wahoo RPM Cycling Speed Sensor Captures Data While Riding

By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-01-16 | Tech
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speed-sensor
References: [thegadgetflow](http://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/wahoo-rpm-cycling-speed-sensor/) & [eu.wahoofitness](http://eu.wahoofitness.com/devices/bluetooth-speed-sensor)

The Wahoo RPM Cycling Speed Sensor is a piece of equipment that can instantly make a [bicycle smarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyclist-safety1) thanks to the advanced technology hidden within the small frame. Attaching onto the front wheel of a bicycle, the sensor instantly goes to work to offer users the ability to know how fast they're going, how far they've traveled and more.

The Wahoo RPM Cycling Speed Sensor is packed with [Bluetooth and ANT+ dual-band technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intelligent-cycling-system) connectivities, which allow users to see the [data via their smartphone in real-time](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-eyewear1). The lightweight device won't interfere with a user's cycling capabilities and has an IPX7 rating for water resistance, which makes it capable of being submerged in up to five-feet of water.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.3/10
- Popularity: 51% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Smart Cycling Accessories:** The Wahoo RPM Cycling Speed Sensor is an example of a smart cycling accessory that leverages advanced technology to enhance the cycling experience.
- **Real-time Data Tracking:** The Wahoo RPM Cycling Speed Sensor allows users to track their speed, distance, and other data in real-time, providing valuable insights for training and performance improvement.
- **Bluetooth and ANT+ Connectivity:** The use of Bluetooth and ANT+ dual-band technology in the Wahoo RPM Cycling Speed Sensor enables seamless connectivity with smartphones, opening opportunities for data analysis and integration with fitness apps.

### Where This Applies

- **Fitness and Sports:** The fitness and sports industry can capitalize on the growing demand for smart cycling accessories like the Wahoo RPM Cycling Speed Sensor, by developing innovative and technologically advanced products to enhance athletes' performance.
- **Mobile Technology:** The mobile technology industry can explore opportunities for app development and integration with smart cycling accessories, such as creating fitness apps that can display and analyze the data collected by devices like the Wahoo RPM Cycling Speed Sensor.
- **Outdoor Gear and Accessories:** The outdoor gear and accessories industry can benefit from the rise in popularity of cycling by creating and marketing products that enhance the cycling experience, such as waterproof and durable attachments like the Wahoo RPM Cycling Speed Sensor.

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