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Cycle computer with Cadence

  • 05-09-2013 01:39PM
    #1
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 127 ✭✭


    Hi,

    Can anybody provide advice on a good computer that has cadence functionality?

    Wireless preferred.

    The only other feature i'm interested in is distance, which should not be difficult!

    All other features are a bonus.

    Cheers.


Comments

  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,226 ✭✭✭gerrowadat


    Garmin Edge 500, can't go wrong.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 127 ✭✭jam_on_toast


    Ouch, €240. Is there a half decent cheaper option?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,440 ✭✭✭cdaly_


    I'm using a Cateye Strada wired which was about €40. The wireless option would be a bit dearer. I wouldn't bother with the wireless version myself since you have two batteries to take care of and the possibility of interference.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 345 ✭✭mackeminexile


    I use the same as cdaly and it's fine. Use Strava on my phone for other measurements. Paid €45 for mine. Cateye Strada Cadence


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,308 ✭✭✭quozl


    I use the exact same. Works well.


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 349 ✭✭DaithiMC


    cdaly_ wrote: »
    I'm using a Cateye Strada wired which was about €40. The wireless option would be a bit dearer. I wouldn't bother with the wireless version myself since you have two batteries to take care of and the possibility of interference.

    I use the Cateye Digital Wireless (http://www.cateye.com/en/products/detail/CC-RD410DW/). Not worried about two batteries, never had interference problem. The older systems where you have to set the channel could give that problem but this automatically takes care of that now.

    In general, it works well though am disappointed that all these systems close off the bluetooth channel forcing you to buy their HRM - I have a couple of Polar HRM's that I could use if these were open.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 127 ✭✭jam_on_toast


    Thanks all, help much appreciated.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 230 ✭✭tacklemore


    Hi,

    Can anybody provide advice on a good computer that has cadence functionality?

    Wireless preferred.

    The only other feature i'm interested in is distance, which should not be difficult!

    All other features are a bonus.

    Cheers.

    Hi,
    Just wondering what did you get for a finish? I'm in the same boat myself, and there are so many options it's just crazy.

    Thanks


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,109 ✭✭✭2 Wheels Good


    tacklemore wrote: »
    Hi,
    Just wondering what did you get for a finish? I'm in the same boat myself, and there are so many options it's just crazy.

    Thanks
    On a budget, the wired Cateye Strada Cadence €44
    Wireless is a bit more, €89 from Ribble but you might find it for less.
    Garmin Edge 500 is the next step up, you'd be paying more than €150 for it with cadence.


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 512 ✭✭✭inc21


    Edge 500 (red + HRM and cadence ). Got mine for 200 and well pleased.


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 230 ✭✭tacklemore


    I don't want to spend too much, possibly max €100. Those Garmins are some job but awful pricey.
    Will check out that one on ribble. Anyone had experience with other brands aside from cateye?


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 512 ✭✭✭inc21


    tacklemore wrote: »
    I don't want to spend too much, possibly max €100. Those Garmins are some job but awful pricey.
    Will check out that one on ribble. Anyone had experience with other brands aside from cateye?

    I know they are pricy. I'm usually a guy who likes to find cheaper alternatives. Saving for a while and getting garmin was one of the best addition to the bike.


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