So I am a new person to zwift, so new in fact that I have not yet rode a mile or started my trial. Ive spectated, but that is my extent.
I was thinking as i was purchasing an affordable zwift setup, why is there not a wired speed sensor that can just be plugged into a usb port on my pc?
Of course i understand all the benefits of the wireless bluetooth and ant + devices, but coming from an “outsider”, i dont know how much i will enjoy zwift, so having a lower entry cost would seem like a way to break the ‘try it out’ cost barrier.
The wire going from the S/C receiver would be very close to some moving parts (wheel and pedals), I am guessing that is why. Another though is that most people ride their bikes on the open road and a having a wireless one is more versatile.
Also, Ant+ and BLE does not add any more cost to the devices compared to wired.