Indoor cycling just got a serious upgrade. JetBlack have updated their Victory bike trainer this year, and it’s packed with some genuinely impressive improvements. Most notably, it’s one of the first trainers to come with Zwift’s latest Zwift Cog and Click pre-installed. If you’ve been wrestling with gear changes during your indoor sessions, this might be the solution you’ve been waiting for.

Who are JetBlack?

JetBlack have been quietly building a reputation in the smart trainer world for delivering solid performance without the premium price tag. They’re an Australian company that’s focused on creating trainers that work brilliantly with Zwift and other training platforms at incredibly affordable prices.

However it’s not all about the home trainer. JetBlack produces lots of indoor training accessories too, including a heart rate monitor, indoor training fan, and a trainer table. This whole indoor cycling ecosystem is designed to make your training as effective as possible.

Introducing the JetBlack Victory

The Victory isn’t JetBlack’s first rodeo, but this 2025 update feels like they’ve hit their stride. What makes this trainer special isn’t just one standout feature, it’s how they’ve managed to pack so much functionality into what they’re calling “the lowest cost, fully featured trainer on the market.”

Let’s be honest, that’s a bold claim in a market dominated by big names like the latest Wahoo KICKR Core and Elite smart trainer models. But when you look at what you’re getting for your money, it starts to make sense.

What Makes the Victory with Zwift Cog and Click Special?

More Accurate Than Ever

The Victory features 2% power accuracy, that’s actually better than JetBlack’s previous Volt model. It also features automatic spin-down calibration, which means your power readings stay accurate throughout your ride without you having to think about it.

The addition of Wi-Fi connectivity is a game-changer too. Anyone who’s experienced Bluetooth dropouts mid-interval knows how frustrating that can be. Wi-Fi should eliminate most of those connection hiccups.

Serious Power and Responsiveness

With 1800W of maximum power and the ability to simulate gradients up to 16%, the Victory can handle whatever you throw at it. The 10Hz Race Response Mode delivers real time resistance changes that make virtual racing feel genuinely responsive.

There’s also something called “In Real Life Ride Dynamic” (IRLRD) which simulates the momentum you’d feel when riding outdoors. 

Connectivity That Works

The Victory includes a Bluetooth Bridge, which means you can connect multiple devices simultaneously without the usual connectivity gymnastics. Want to run Zwift on your laptop while monitoring your heart rate on your phone and controlling everything from your head unit? No problem.

There’s also USB-C connectivity ready for when training apps support hardwired connections, plus all the standard protocols: FTMS, ANT+ FE-C, and Zwift Protocol connectivity.

The Big Upgrade: New Zwift Click

Here’s where things have really had a shakeup. The Victory bicycle trainer comes with Zwift’s latest Cog and Click, featuring a redesigned controller. If you haven’t seen this in action yet, it revolutionises cycling indoors.

How Zwift Cog Works

Traditional indoor setups use your bike’s existing cassette and derailleur system. It works, but it’s not perfect. Previously, direct drive smart bike trainers have required users to fit a cassette – similar to a back wheel. Some trainers came with an 11-speed cassette pre-installed. However, many others didn’t come with a cassette at all, and not everyone uses an 11-speed bike. Buying additional parts and tools added to the cost and complexity. 

Zwift Cog simplifies this greatly. No tools are required as the Cog comes pre-installed, and no extra tools are needed. Even better, it works with any bike.. Before you panic about being stuck in one gear, here’s the clever part: all your gear changes now happen electronically inside the trainer itself.

The Victory can simulate 24 different gear ratios without your chain ever moving. Every shift is instant and perfect. Every time. No more clunky changes under load, no more chain drops during sprint intervals, and no more noise from your drivetrain.

It’s also brilliantly practical. Your road bike, mountain bike, and gravel bike all work with the same simple setup. No more swapping cassettes or worrying about compatibility.

Zwift Click: Your Zwift Command Center

Zwift Click mounts to any handlebar in seconds and becomes your complete Zwift interface. Beyond those 24 virtual gear changes (with proper tactile feedback that feels satisfying to use), you can steer through Zwift’s virtual worlds, navigate menus, give out “Ride Ons” to other riders, and activate power-ups without reaching for your phone.

The physical buttons make a real difference. Unlike touchscreen controls that can be hit-or-miss during intense efforts, these buttons respond instantly and give you proper feedback. It’s one of those simple improvements that makes the whole experience feel more polished.

Why This Matters

If you’ve ever dealt with a temperamental derailleur during an indoor session, you’ll immediately understand why Zwift Cog and Click is such a big deal. Indoor cycling should be about training, not fighting with your equipment.

The system also makes switching between bikes incredibly simple. Instead of setting up different cassettes and fine-tuning derailleurs for each bike, everything just works.

The Complete Package

Beyond the headline Zwift Cog and Click features, JetBlack have packed the Victory with thoughtful details:

• Ultra-quiet operation: especially with Zwift Cog system eliminating gear change noise
• Built-in odometer: track your trainer’s total kilometres through the JetBlack app
• Carry handle: makes moving the trainer around much easier
• Disc brake block: prevents your brake calipers from closing when the wheel’s removed

The Bottom Line

The JetBlack Victory bike trainer with Zwift Cog and Click represents something pretty special in the smart trainer world. It’s not just about having the latest tech, it’s about solving real problems that indoor cyclists face every day.

The combination of rock-solid accuracy, comprehensive connectivity, serious power capabilities, and the game-changing Zwift Cog and Click makes this trainer feel like a glimpse into the future of indoor cycling. And at JetBlack’s typical competitive pricing, costing  £399 / $399 / €475, it’s accessible to more riders than premium alternatives.

Whether you’re new to indoor training or looking to upgrade from an ageing setup, the Victory deserves serious consideration.

Ready to revolutionise your indoor cycling? The JetBlack Victory with Zwift Cog and Click is available from JetBlack now, bringing professional-grade smart training to more riders than ever before.