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February 16th, 2012 — computers
Wireless cycle computers have a distinct advantage of the wired variety.
- Wires can scrap away at the paint on the bike.
- Wires can make it awkward if you need to make adjustments to handlebars e.t.c
- They are more prone to breaking.
- Extra wires can add small aerodynamic drag to bike.
Earlier wireless models used to be really bulky and big, but in past few years, improved models have reduced size and improved performance. I use a Cateye Strada and new model is big improvement over earlier ones.
Models of Wireless Cycle Computer
Cateye Strada Wireless Cycle Computer
The 8 function cycle computer includes these functions
# Current speed
# Maximum speed
# Average speed
# Total distance (odometer)
# Trip distance
# Auto start/stop
# Trip time (elapsed time)
# 12/24 hour clock
Cateye Strada wireless at £44.99
The Wireless Cateye Strada has recently been increased in price quite a bit. However, the latest model is really quite a big improvement on previous model. Cateye have made a computer that is genuinely waterproof (they keep buttons underneath computer in a clever design). Also, the sleek and slender design of both computer and magnet detector make it more visually appealing and more aerodynamic. I have been very pleased with my Cateye Strada (especially as you can choose colours to fit your own road bike) It is very reliable and have not had any problems over past 18 months of using it.
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April 23rd, 2011 — computers
I tend to find when using cycle computers I don’t make use of all the extravagant features. I am basically interested in distance, time elapsed, average speed and occasionally max speed. My main criteria for buying a computer is therefore simplicity and ease of use. Often the easiest to use are also the cheapest. So don’t feel bad about choosing the cheapest cycle computer. Sometimes spending more doesn’t give better value.
Cateye Velo 5 Cycle Computer
This was one of my favourite cycle computers, it offers a clear easy to read display. There are only 5 functions, but these are the ones you will use most of the time. Having said that, I later regretted not having a time function to be able to measure length of ride or riding up hills, so I came to regret having spent the money on the velo. If you really don’t want the ability to time your rides and know average speed it is fine. But, otherwise don’t buy it. However, at £11.99 it is very cheap.
Cateye Velo 5 Only £11.99 at Wiggle
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July 14th, 2009 — computers
I used the Cateye Strada Wireless computer for 3-4 years. I’ve found that cycle computers can be temperamental and prone to breaking down, but, this proved one of the more resilient computers.
The wireless mount makes it easier for altering handlebars, stems and cleaning the bike. I don’t find any interference with other equipment like heart rate.
It has all the functions you are likely to need
- # Current speed
- # Maximum speed
- # Average speed
- # Total distance (odometer)
- # Trip distance
- # Auto start/stop
- # Trip time (elapsed time)
- # 12/24 hour clock
It has some nice features like converting Kph into Mph, but, to be honest the most important thing when choosing a cycle computer is ease of use (so easy you don’t have to read a manual…) Also it is easy to fit.
The only slight weaknesses are a tendency to be less effective in rain and the clock was somewhat unreliable. But, that may have been improved in later models.
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