JUPITER, Fla. (BRAIN) — Velocomp has released a free firmware update for its PowerPod power meter. The new firmware improves the device's calibration accuracy and adds framework for a major forthcoming feature that Velocomp calls Real World Wind Tunnel.
The new calibration system in the firware (version 6.21) allows an optional out-and-back calibration ride to fine tune wind and power measurement. The ride is enabled through Velocomp's Isaac software for PCs and Macs.
The company expects to add the wind tunnel feature in the first quarter this year. It will allow a cyclist who has a PowerPod and certain approved "Direct Force" power meters to measure aerodynamic data on their bike.
The update can be downloaded through the Isaac software by accessing "Device / Check online for FW update."
"We believe that the demands of the 21st century competitive cyclist exceed the capabilities of 20th century power measurement," said Phillip Lucas, Velocomp's VP of sales and marketing. "With update 6.21 we prove again that our patented, disruptive technology provides more insightful cycling data than possible with traditional strain gauge power technology."
