Hi @kbeiii! The transition from interval to interval can take 5-10 seconds on a smart trainer, especially if there is a cadence change involved. I wouldn’t expect you to have to downshift with the trainer you’re using. I’d like to dig into this deeper with you, but troubleshooting in the forum is difficult. I’d like you to send me an email at theminions@thesufferfest.com please?
There’s a forum post here that might give some helpful tips though: https://wahoox.forum.wahoofitness.com/t/suf-support-tips-all-about-erg-mode/2917