Video by @interrobangmotionpicturesPRESS RELEASE: FSAWhy pay for something you don't use? Our new PowerBox carbon power meter crankset allows the user to pick and choose from multiple data upgrades. Maybe you just need one power readout? Maybe you value more feedback? Pay one price to start reading your power output, then make more upgrades as you see fit. PowerBox is light, strong, and fits any bottom bracket. With Boost or Standard spacing, the FSA PowerBox is an affordable and fun way to improve your ride.
We have seen Power Meter cranks used by the top pro's in the XC World Cup for years now, but only recently have we seen today's Enduro World Series and Downhill athletes using them in training and on the course. FSA's PowerBox is a stealthy way to sneak power into your game, while maintaining the toughness and weatherproof function you need to withstand some of the most brutal days in the saddle.
Our MTB PowerBox Carbon Crankset employs a Power To Max (P2M) convertible spider design for multiple chainring options. Our FSA crank arms and BB392EVO spindle mated together produce a stiff, reliable, extremely versatile spider-based power meter available with a double or single MegaTooth (thick/thin) chainring configuration.
Upgrade the PowerBox with additional data during the ride and for analyzing your sessions. Each additional upgrade costs $50.
Bluetooth Upgrade INCLUDED IN THE PRICEWith this upgrade, your PowerBox can transmit data via Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE or Bluetooth Smart) to your bike computer.
Left/Right-Balance Upgrade INCLUDED IN THE PRICEThe L/R balance shows you the percentage each leg is contributing to your total power output. (power left = pressure on the left pedal + pull up on the right pedal; power right = pressure on the right pedal + pull up on the left pedal). (Note: The crankset comes stock with a single power output reading accurate within +/-2%).
Pedal Smoothness UpgradePedal smoothness is an advanced metric for riders who want to optimize their pedaling. It shows you how evenly power is applied throughout the whole 360-degree pedal rotation. The FSA PowerBox collects the data for both legs combined. (Note: Transmission of this data to your bike computer is only possible via ANT+).
Torque UpgradeTorque is a unique value, especially for XC and short track riders who want to measure their peak power output. This value shows a rider the power independent from your cadence. Please note you must check if your bike computer can show the torque value before upgrading your FSA PowerBox's torque sensor.
Finer Details: - Convertible spider design for Standard142 or Boost148 chain line configurations
- 1x MegaTooth (thick-thin) chainring tooth design for maximum chain engagement
- Hollow carbon composite arms with UD finish
- BB392EVO 30mm AL 7050 alloy spindle fits every MTB frame (purchase BB separately)
- AL7075 100% CNC chainrings
- Spider-based power sensors can provide total power output measurement of both legs individually
- Powered by a simple 2450 coin cell battery found everywhere
- Weight 789g (single ring), 817g (double ring)
- $1,150 USD
Coming soon: An alloy version and a more affordable version
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About halfway down the article is where it gets interesting.
If I remember corectly it discusses what will essentially be an app ecosystem for low power bluetooth or whatever devices. You pay extra for extra features.
Sure possibly some may apply a weave as cosmetic layer but the same could go for UD. Especially now that the audience seems to think that weaves are just cosmetic and UD is business. Another analogy. A weave is like a safety net whereas UD is like falling onto someones laundry wires. It may hold, but they could also easily move out the way and allow you to pass through.
Next will be free ENVE wheels that have a built in speed restriction requiring a $4000 data transfer to unlock.
"$1,150 USD"
lmao what even
you people should ride more... and without gysmos or strava
Personally I don't ride an ebike OR a power meter (but I am a nerd)
by magic!