Is there a way to have TR rides be logged into GC so I can be eligible for the badges? I know it won’t work natively.
You will have to dual record with a Garmin device, watch or edge. I use the Edge.
TR is connected to my Tacx via BT. I have an ANT dangle on PC. Will the Edge record the power on trainer?
Yes, if you use ANT+ connection.
To do this, It’s best to pair the trainer with the Edge only as a PM. If you pair it as a trainer, there can be conflicts with TR (or other apps) controlling the trainer.
You may also be able to pair the trainer as a speed sensor and cadence sensor with the Edge, if you want that data too.
My TR rides upload to GC automatically. Those don’t count towards GC challenges?
Nope
I wish I did not have to dual record but it works.
I know. Garmin is being difficult.
I pair mine as a trainer to my 840 and just select Free Ride. Never had a problem.
Nope, only activities recorded on a Garmin Device count for badges in GC. Training stress, recovery, etc does work on activities imported from TR.