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Jseivert 04-30-19 07:40 PM

Two bikes two of the same computer
 
I have a Bontrager Ridetime and it serves my purpose well, just speed and average. I wanted to get my wife the same one but I'm wondering if they would get their signals mixed up if we ride too close together. Double speed, half speed, etc.

What's the range on a wireless unit like that?

Thanks for any insight.

Jeff

GlennR 04-30-19 07:51 PM

I'd ask them.

https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/contactUs/

Bmach 04-30-19 09:55 PM

If that was going to be a problem then no one could use a computer in a group ride.

Witterings 05-01-19 02:00 AM

Interesting point ... are they pre-paired in some way similar to a blue tooth device maybe???

CycleryNorth81 05-01-19 03:04 AM


Originally Posted by Jseivert (Post 20908577)
I have a Bontrager Ridetime and it serves my purpose well, just speed and average. I wanted to get my wife the same one but I'm wondering if they would get their signals mixed up if we ride too close together. Double speed, half speed, etc.

What's the range on a wireless unit like that?

Thanks for any insight.

Jeff

Get another brand and the possible problem is avoided.

Jseivert 05-01-19 07:18 AM


Originally Posted by oldnslow2 (Post 20908593)
I'd ask them.

I've sent in the request. :)


Originally Posted by Bmach (Post 20908717)
I that was going to be a problem then no one could a computer in a group ride.

Good point. I wonder if the manufacturers use different frequencies, like with garage door openers.


Originally Posted by CycleryNorth81 (Post 20908857)
Get another brand and the possible problem is avoided.

I would, but I like the one I have and it works well and it's relatively inexpensive so I'd like to stick with what I know will work if I can.
BTW, looks like we're not too far apart. (Kenosha, WI)

Jseivert 05-08-19 02:06 PM

Fyi
 
I contacted Trek and they said it shouldn't be a problem so I purchased a second unit for my wife's bike. No issues at all.

😁

alcjphil 05-08-19 05:23 PM

This computer uses ANT+ connectivity which pretty much eliminates outside interference.


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