The other thing that really stands out is range of people this bike is suitable for in terms of size. At its lowest setting the saddle height is such that it’s suitable for anyone with an inside leg measurement of just 31inches and at its maximum setting it’s right up to 44 inches. To put that in context, your reviewer is 5ft 11” and the saddle at max height is level with his chest! If you’re tall, you don’t need to worry and if you’re a bit shorter than average, well, you still don’t need to worry as it should be possible to find a nice, comfortable riding position.

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Have you ever wondered if your workout is making a difference? With our new Watts LED Display you can watch your power output right on the console with bright LED lights. Based on our power algorithm of watts per kilogram, you can tell instantly if you are in the Endurance, Tempo, or Peak zone. Condition for any race, any stage, any summit with iFit® Coach technology. Powered by Google Maps™, you can draw a route anywhere in the world—and then ride. Follow along via Street View on our high definition 10-inch touchscreen display. Several reviewers noted that the display was not working correctly, with some having issues with the iFit subscriptionLead the peloton from the saddle of the ProForm® TDF Pro 5.0. Enjoy the real road feeling of automatic incline and decline that simulates any stage terrain. Race through the actual 2015 Tour de France from Utrecht, Netherlands to the Champs Elysees in Paris—or create your own stage anywhere in the world with iFit® technology. Speed past the crowds via Street View on the 10-inch touchscreen console delivering incredible views as you pedal. Designed with competitive cyclists in mind, the TDF Pro 5.0 stands out from other ProForm exercise bikes. It has a wide incline range of -20 percent to +20 percent. The console has a power meter and wireless pulse receiver to help you maintain the right output, and the pedals give extra support with toe cages and clips. This fitness machine feels remarkably like a road bike too thanks to its handlebar-based shifters and 30 customizable gears. Other Features: Water bottle holder; pedals with toe clips and straps; front mounted transport wheels; adjustable levelling feet; 2x 1.4kg dumbbells There aren’t a lot of weaknesses with the bike itself. However it sold so well when it first came out a couple of years ago that Proform has kind of gone bonkers and made about 4 different models. Rating: 93.5/100. The TDF Pro 5.0 is billed as ProForm’s top indoor cycle trainer. ProForm developed the bike in a partnership with Le Tour de France organizers. The pro input is evident in the bike’s unique training programs and performance features that especially appeal to competitive cyclists. Our review begins with the pros and then lists some problems.

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With 20% incline and 20% decline, it works with Googlemaps and Google Terrain to simulate the actual terrain that you’re cycling (inclining and declining with the actual trail). You can watch actual landmarks pass you by in the console – or see a visual map of where you are in your course.

Go from spectator to participant when you ride key sections of the tour. Choose from 24 workouts and ride a mountain stage or speed through a time trial. Once of the first things we noticed looking through the manual is that this is a bike, as the name would suggest, built to endure some serious punishment – the max user weight is 153kg, that’s over 25 stone! That’s simply huge for a bike and is a good indicator of just how sturdy a piece of kit will be. Promising start on paper then!

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You can choose from pre-mapped courses or map out your own trail. You can change gears with one-touch handlebar shifting. And the bike actually adjusts the resistance of your bike to suit your personal profile.

The below review relates to the TDF 1.0 – however, we will review the TDF 10 and TDF CBC in due course, so bear that in mind – you can still compare prices on the various models. Assembly was the next thing and was very straight forward though did include some more unusual steps to the norm such as applying grease (supplied in box) to the seat post and pulling wires through the front post. Other than that it went together easily enough with all the parts fitting together perfectly which again is another good indicator of the quality of a machine.

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It’s always reassuring when you find a bike that the pros use and love (kind of finding a restaurant that the “locals” eat at when you’re on vacation). Experience the ProForm difference with revolutionary 20 percent incline and decline capability. The TDF Pro 5.0 automatically adjusts the grade to simulate the actual landscape of your selected route. Creation Consumer Finance Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (Register no. 311518).

Preloaded workouts on the TDF Pro 5.0 include 24 tour apps and a variety of video workouts that show past Tour de France race segments such as Champs Elysees, Albertville and Alpe d’Huez. To help riders feel secure at high speeds and on steep inclines, the TDF 1.0 is equipped with pedal cages and foot straps. From the Googlemaps and iFit LIVE mapping out your route to the Intelligent Wind Resistance to the incline and decline features, it’s a great way to stay in ‘peak’ training condition all year round. Just be sure that you know which model you’re getting if you go to buy this bike to make sure you get the best value for your money. The TDF 1.0 has 24 preloaded workouts that replicate Tour de France segments. Each program adjusts the bike’s settings to help simulate specific routes. It's easy to find the optimal riding position on the TDF CBC, thanks to vertical and horizontal adjustments of the ergonomic padded saddle. The non-slip handlebars are adjustable vertically too, and feature dipped grips for a racing feel. You can ride clipped in with SPD pedals (or standard toe cages if you prefer) and measure your heart rate with ActivePulse™ Technology (arm band not included).