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Are there any known bugs with the Apple Watch Ultra 2 for cycling metrics


There are some known issues with the Apple Watch Ultra 2 related to cycling metrics:

Cadence Bug

- A reported bug affects the running cadence metrics, which may also impact cycling power calculations since cadence is a crucial input for determining power output. Users have noted inconsistencies in cadence readings, which could lead to inaccurate power estimations during cycling workouts[5].

Workout Detection Issues

- Some users have experienced problems with the watch not detecting workout minutes or movement accurately. For example, one user reported that a 16 km bike ride was only recognized as 2 minutes of exercise[4].

Pairing Problems with Power Meters

- There are instances where users have had difficulty pairing their power meters with the watch. For example, a user mentioned that their Stages power meter would connect but only display cadence, not power, despite all settings being correct. This suggests potential compatibility issues or bugs in the connection process[2].

These bugs and issues indicate that while the Apple Watch Ultra 2 has advanced cycling features, users may encounter challenges that could affect the accuracy and reliability of cycling metrics.

Citations:
[1] https://bicyclingaustralia.com.au/gear/apple-ultra-2-watch-a-watch-for-cycling/
[2] https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2023/07/meters-support-everything.html
[3] https://discussions.apple.com/thread/255072829
[4] https://discussions.apple.com/thread/255260175
[5] https://the5krunner.com/2023/09/27/is-apple-watch-ultra-2-accurate/
[6] https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2023/09/review-focused-progress.html
[7] https://discussions.apple.com/thread/255451942
[8] https://support.apple.com/en-am/guide/watch-ultra/apd4cbc876c7/watchos