Thanks for the good info.
The Sigma 2209 looks great, but a bit expensive @ $149. Maybe because it is low on stock?
I looked at the Sigma site, and there are 2 current models.
BC 14.16. Pretty straightforward altitude --> a bit out of stock. $80 for wireless
BC 23.16. Add some weird logging feature and ability to race "previous ghosts" Seems cool, but I suspect it might not have a great interface. It also adds HR --> a bit out of stock $130
That Xoss brand looks interesting. Only $40 for the basic. It looks like the models require GPS for distance and have a 25 hour battery life. Unless I'm missing their non-GPS version.?