{"product_id":"sterzo-smart-travel-block","title":"Sterzo Smart Travel Block","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.elite-it.com\/en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Elite official site\"\u003eElite\u003c\/a\u003e Sterzo Smart Travel Block is a compact steering accessory designed to bring realistic front-wheel movement to indoor training. For riders across Mumbai, Pune, Delhi, and Chennai who train indoors during monsoon or peak summer, it adds a natural feel to virtual riding sessions on platforms like Zwift, making long trainer efforts considerably more engaging and comfortable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUse Cases\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDaily training.\u003c\/strong\u003e Reliable use across Indian training conditions — heat, humidity, and rough tarmac.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRace day.\u003c\/strong\u003e Performance-grade construction for competitive efforts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLong rides.\u003c\/strong\u003e Built for full-day rides across Western Ghats, Sahyadri, or Nilgiri climbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOur Take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndian indoor training seasons are long — monsoon runs June through September, and May heat in Hyderabad or Ahmedabad makes road riding genuinely punishing. The Sterzo Smart Travel Block solves two problems at once: it gives your front wheel a place to rest and introduces subtle steering response that reduces the stiff, planted feel of traditional training blocks. For apartment riders putting in structured Zwift sessions, this is a worthwhile quality-of-life addition that makes hour-long efforts feel noticeably more natural.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSizing for Indian Riders\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sterzo Smart Travel Block is a trainer accessory rather than a sized garment, so fit concerns are minimal. It is designed to accommodate standard road and gravel bike front wheels. Verify your front tyre width is within the block's supported range before ordering. If you ride a wider gravel tyre — common among riders tackling mixed surfaces around Coorg or the Nilgiris — contact Cobbled Climbs to confirm compatibility before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Travel Block works with Elite Sterzo Smart steering plates and standard front wheel sizes. It is designed for use with direct-drive and wheel-on smart trainers. Check that your trainer brand is supported by the Sterzo ecosystem. The block connects via Bluetooth and ANT+ to steering-enabled apps. Wipe down after sweaty sessions to protect electronic components from moisture — essential in India's humid climate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComplete your indoor training station with a quality direct-drive or wheel-on smart trainer, a high-density training mat to protect floors and dampen vibration, a sweat guard to shield your frame from corrosion, and a powerful desk or floor fan — non-negotiable for training in Indian heat above 35°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/elite\"\u003eExplore the full Elite collection at Cobbled Climbs\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.elite-it.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eLearn more at Elite\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"cc-spec-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCycling Lock\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipped From\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMumbai, India\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cobbledclimbs.com\/collections\/elite\" title=\"Elite India\"\u003eExplore the full Elite collection at Cobbled Climbs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy from Cobbled Climbs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% genuine — authorised Elite retailer in India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree delivery on orders above Rs. 2,500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCash on delivery available nationwide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7-day easy returns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipped from Mumbai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpert advice — built for Indian cycling conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.cc-faq{margin:32px 0 24px}.cc-faq__item{border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;margin:0}.cc-faq__item:last-of-type{border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5}.cc-faq__q{cursor:pointer;list-style:none;padding:24px 0;display:flex;justify-content:space-between;align-items:center;gap:24px;outline:none}.cc-faq__q::-webkit-details-marker{display:none}.cc-faq__q:focus-visible{outline:2px solid #000;outline-offset:-2px}.cc-faq__q::after{content:\"\";width:14px;height:14px;flex-shrink:0;background-image:url('data:image\/svg+xml;utf8,\u003csvg viewBox=\\\"0 0 14 14\\\" xmlns=\\\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\\\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\\\"M2 5l5 5 5-5\\\" stroke=\\\"%23000\\\" stroke-width=\\\"1.5\\\" fill=\\\"none\\\"\/\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e');background-repeat:no-repeat;background-position:center;transition:transform .2s ease}.cc-faq__item[open] .cc-faq__q::after{transform:rotate(180deg)}.cc-faq__a{padding:0 0 28px;margin:0}\u003c\/style\u003e\u003csection class=\"cc-faq\" aria-label=\"Frequently Asked Questions\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"cc-faq__item\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"cc-faq__q\"\u003eWhat is the Elite Sterzo Smart Travel Block best used for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp class=\"cc-faq__a\"\u003eThe Sterzo Smart Travel Block is best used as a front wheel support that adds realistic steering movement during indoor training sessions. It pairs with the Elite Sterzo Smart steering plate and steering-enabled apps like Zwift. For Indian riders doing structured indoor sessions during monsoon or summer heat in cities like Pune or Delhi, it makes long virtual rides considerably more natural and less fatiguing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"cc-faq__item\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"cc-faq__q\"\u003eDoes the Elite Sterzo Smart Travel Block fit my bike's front wheel?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp class=\"cc-faq__a\"\u003eThe Travel Block is designed to support standard road bike front wheels and many gravel tyre widths. It is not a sized product in the traditional sense. Before ordering, confirm your front tyre width falls within the supported range. Riders running wider gravel tyres — common on mixed-surface routes around Coorg or the Nilgiris — should contact Cobbled Climbs for a quick compatibility check.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"cc-faq__item\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"cc-faq__q\"\u003eWill the Elite Sterzo Smart Travel Block hold up in India's humid climate and monsoon season?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp class=\"cc-faq__a\"\u003eThe block's electronic components should be kept dry. During monsoon-season indoor sessions, Indian training rooms can be humid, and sweat accumulation on equipment is common. Wipe the unit down after each session and ensure your training space has reasonable ventilation. Pairing it with a sweat guard over your bike protects both your frame and nearby accessories from moisture damage over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"cc-faq__item\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"cc-faq__q\"\u003eHow does the Elite Sterzo Smart Travel Block compare to a standard training block?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp class=\"cc-faq__a\"\u003eA basic training block simply levels your front wheel. The Sterzo Smart Travel Block goes further by enabling steering input that is transmitted to compatible apps like Zwift via Bluetooth and ANT+. This means your avatar steers in game as you lean, adding engagement to long sessions. For riders who train indoors frequently — common across Indian metros during monsoon — the added interactivity is a meaningful upgrade over a passive block.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"cc-faq__item\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"cc-faq__q\"\u003eIs the Elite Sterzo Smart Travel Block worth Rs. 7,990 in India, and what warranty applies?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp class=\"cc-faq__a\"\u003eAt Rs. 7,990, the Sterzo Smart Travel Block is a focused accessory for riders already invested in smart trainer setups and app-based training. If you use Zwift or a steering-enabled platform regularly, the natural riding feel it adds justifies the cost over many months of indoor training. For warranty terms and after-sales support, contact Cobbled Climbs directly — all Elite products sold are 100% genuine and authorised.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Elite","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45799323992237,"sku":"8020775033258","price":7990.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/9958\/5953\/files\/main_product_image_0180601_Sterzo-Smart1_1000.png?v=1773042555","url":"https:\/\/www.cobbledclimbs.com\/products\/sterzo-smart-travel-block","provider":"Cobbled Climbs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}