The Elite Tuno Power Fluid Pack Trainer offers several advantages over many excellent fluid trainers. As a "pack", you receive the Tuno Fluid Power Trainer, plus training mat and riser block that are suitable for home or travel use. While the Tuno Power Fluid trainer works with 24-29" wheel bikes, features their excellent ElastoGel roller, and easy to use "Automatic Tension Plate”, and features a progressive power curve that ranges to 1200 watts, the key feature for most buyers is the ability to add the Misuro B+ to turn the unit into a smart trainer with this Ant+ and Bluetooth Smart Speed/Power/Cadence sensor. The Misuro B+ is sold separately, can be added at any time, and allows you to monitor indoor training sessions via smartphone, tablet, cycle computer or compatible GPS devices, as well as integrate with Elite's My E-Training App. Now you're talking.

Elite has been offering great trainer options for decades. The Tuno Power Fluid was redesigned with this release, with a new, reinforced frame, and the advanced power curve that has a smooth progression throughout as you increase effort. It may not feel "road-like" but it does simulate how effort and resistance are achieved while riding outdoors. The ride is actually super smooth, with the oversized ElastoGel roller reducing overall tire noise, tire wear, while increasing tire grip for better safety and efficiency- no slipping.

The oversized lever lock for the rear wheel is easy to set-up and use. The same can be said for the the Automatic Tension Plate, a system that maintains the correct pressure between the unit, roller and tire throughout training sessions. Once you use it the first time, you have it figured out. As with all wheel-on trainers, it is advisable to maintain near max tire pressure with every use. The fluid unit of the Tuno is an Elite design with the oversized chamber concealing the internal flywheel, which operates in the fluid environment. Heat is managed more effectively via the roller and fluid unit design, which allows the unit to perform as engineered consistently, no matter your effort level.

Though the trainer comes equipped for wheels with quick release axles from 130-135mm wide, Elite does offer a thru-axle adapter that allows you use a 12/142mm frames. The build, overall quality, and performance are all solid. The additional capability to Smart usage via the Misuro B+ Sensor is a huge benefit at this trainer price point, even with the Misuro B+'s $89 list price. The sensor reads power specific to the trainer it used with, and having power data that is consistent to the trainer is a huge boon to riders who want to get started training with power. Getting a foldable trainer mat and travel block just sweetens the deal. More can be learned about Elite's My E-Training App through company's website, but we can say that the interface is pretty straightforward to use. With the purchase of the Tuno Power Fluid Pack, you get a free 12-month subscription to the app's unlimited mode. Enjoy!