This Week’s Golden Pick: The JetBlack Victory

• Posted on 6 December 2025
• By Michael Belair
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The JetBlack Victory Smart Trainer has just arrived at Golden Sports, offering a strong blend of smooth ride feel, quiet performance, accurate power data, and modern connectivity features like Wi-Fi, Bluetooth FTMS, ANT+ FE-C, and USB-C. With a 1,800 W power ceiling, 16% gradient simulation, a 4.7 kg inertia disc, and JetBlack’s fast 10 Hz Race Mode, it delivers impressive responsiveness and realism for structured training or virtual riding. Lightweight for a direct-drive trainer and easy to move, the Victory hits a sweet spot between performance and price, making it an excellent option for riders looking to elevate their indoor setup this season!

Indoor training season is ramping up, and the JetBlack Victory is one of the most compelling new trainers to hit the market this year. We’ve just received it in the shop, and it brings a strong combination of performance, smart features, and value that positions it right alongside the major competitors.

If you’ve been considering an indoor upgrade, this is a trainer worth keeping on your radar.

What Makes the Victory Stand Out

Smooth, Realistic Ride Feel

The Victory uses JetBlack’s electromagnetic resistance system to deliver controlled, natural-feeling transitions. Gradient changes and ERG-mode power steps are handled quickly and consistently, giving you a ride that feels engaging rather than mechanical.

Quiet Operation

Its refined design keeps noise to a minimum, making it suitable for early mornings, shared spaces, or apartments. In most cases, your drivetrain will be louder than the trainer itself.

Reliable Power Accuracy

With a rating of ±2% accuracy, the Victory provides consistent data for structured training and virtual riding. Whether you're following a workout plan or tackling virtual climbs, the numbers stay dependable and steady.

Key Specs You’ll Want to Know

Performance & Resistance

• Maximum power: 1,800 W

• Maximum simulated gradient: 16%

• Power accuracy: ±2%

Ride Feel & Responsiveness

• Flywheel / inertia disc weight: approximately 4.7 kg

• Race Mode: 10 Hz power reporting for highly responsive efforts and sprint work

• Automatic calibration (no manual spin-down required)

Connectivity Options

• Bluetooth FTMS

• ANT+ FE-C

• Wi-Fi connectivity for stable performance and easy firmware updates

• USB-C direct connection

• Heart rate bridging for streamlined device pairing

Practical Details

• Trainer weight: around 16 kg

• Integrated carry handle

• Easy to move and store

• Very quiet under load

Who the Victory Suits Best

• Riders building a reliable winter training setup

• Cyclists using structured plans and wanting trustworthy power data

• Zwift or virtual riders who value fast responsiveness and stable connectivity

• Apartment or condo riders needing a quiet trainer

• Anyone wanting premium performance without the top-tier price tag

Final Take

The JetBlack Victory brings together strong power capability, fast responsiveness, modern connectivity, and a realistic ride feel in a well-thought-out package. For riders looking to elevate their indoor experience this season, it sits in a very appealing sweet spot between performance and price.

If you’d like help figuring out whether it suits your setup or goals, feel free to reach out or drop by the shop.