Wahoo source — setup and troubleshooting

Import cycling and running activities from Wahoo devices into FitGlue.

📅 8 February 2026

Overview

The Wahoo source imports activities from Wahoo cycling computers (ELEMNT, ELEMNT BOLT, ELEMNT ROAM) and the Wahoo TICKR heart rate monitors. Wahoo devices are popular among cyclists and provide detailed power, cadence, speed, and heart rate data.

Data Ingested

Field Details
Title Activity name from Wahoo
Activity type Cycling, running, or other activity types
Start time & duration Full timestamps
Distance GPS-measured distance
Calories Estimated calories
Heart rate HR stream if wearing a compatible Wahoo HR monitor
GPS data Route coordinates from ELEMNT bike computer
Cadence Pedal cadence for cycling
Power Watt data from paired power meters
Speed Average and max speed

What is NOT available

  • Running dynamics — Wahoo devices do not provide GCT, stride length, or vertical oscillation.
  • Strength data — Not applicable to Wahoo's primary use case.

Sync mechanism

Wahoo uses webhooks via the Wahoo API. When your ELEMNT syncs with the Wahoo app, FitGlue is notified.

Setup

  1. Connect Wahoo — See Connecting Wahoo for the OAuth setup.
  2. Create a pipeline — Add Wahoo as the source.

Tier

The Wahoo source is included in Hobbyist (free tier).

Common Issues

Activities not syncing — Ensure your ELEMNT device has synced to the Wahoo app first. Check the Wahoo app to confirm the activity is uploaded, then verify your FitGlue connection status.

Power data missing — Power requires a compatible power meter paired with your ELEMNT. Check the sensor pairing in the Wahoo app.

No heart rate data — Wahoo bike computers don't have built-in HR sensors. You need a separate heart rate strap (e.g., Wahoo TICKR) paired with the ELEMNT. Without it, use the Fitbit Heart Rate booster.

OAuth re-authorization — If your connection shows as expired, reconnect via Dashboard → Connections.

Dependencies

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