I have a Synapse Carbon 105 on it's way and it will be here this week, whoot! I'm in need of a few things and would love some thoughts and opinions on a couple of things.
Of course, I'll need pedals (thinking Shimano PD-R540), shoes, possible lock, bike computer or just Strava, etc..
Any suggestions? I'm not going to turn into an ultimate roadie and not looking for the top of the line anything. I have four boys, ranging from 10 months to 15YO, so my times will be in the mornings when I wake up before everyone for rides. Just want decent equipment.
Regarding a bike computer / Strava, I am looking at getting a Wahoo Cadence sensor to sync the Strava. I'm not sure if I'll be running the Strava from my Apple Watch or just the iPhone, curious how most of you track your rides and heart rate that use Strava, iPhone and Apple Watch.
The other question regarding a bike computer, for those of you who use Strava, do you also have a "simple" bike computer just to track overall miles you've put on the bike, etc, even if you track on Strava? If so, what's the model you use?
I may be wrong, but I just get the sense that this isn't your first/only bike. If it is then disregard. But if you've got an/other bike(s) in your stable...regarding pedals...why not get pedals for this new bike with the same cleat format as the other(s)? That way you can save a few $$ by not needing a different pair of shoes for each bike.
Dan