How do you log your rides?
07-18-11 | 06:33 PM
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nice thread- I did a search before asking the same question. After finishnig my second short ride using the "node 1", I was curious if most people kept a running total or reset their trip meters. I don't think I will reset it. I will just subtract the previous day's total to find the total miles for that day. It's interesting to learn about the Garmins and the websites, though. I think the GPS/ Map features would be pretty cool to get into. Thanks to the OP and for the responses. rdog
07-18-11 | 08:01 PM
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Any old bike computer, so I have some numbers, and then log them at bikejournal.com . As they say: ride, log, and repeat.
07-18-11 | 08:12 PM
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When I ordered my edge 500 bundle I was regretting all that cash until I plugged it on my bike. Since that day, it's mostly the most useful piece of equipment I got and I believe it to be one of my best investment so far. NO regrets at all.
07-18-11 | 08:27 PM
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Node 1 plus free Cycling Log on my iPod. Maybe next year I'll make the move to a Garmin, but since I tend to ride the same basic routes, I think the main thing I'm missing is elevation and I'm happy enough with it for now.
07-19-11 | 04:43 AM
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You don't need the wireless version though ... the wired version is a lot cheaper and only uses one battery that can get empty ... it is also less prone to interference.
07-29-11 | 06:42 PM
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Trying to find an easy way to keep track of my progress for each ride...
Distance, Time, Avg Speed, etc. I've been looking for an app on my Android, but have no convenient way to carry it on board while riding... it wont fit in my saddle bag, haven't seen a handlebar mount, don't wear a jersey (so no pockets)...
Just curious what you guys do to keep track of yourself. I'd like to see the improvement over time since I'm a noob.
Distance, Time, Avg Speed, etc. I've been looking for an app on my Android, but have no convenient way to carry it on board while riding... it wont fit in my saddle bag, haven't seen a handlebar mount, don't wear a jersey (so no pockets)...
Just curious what you guys do to keep track of yourself. I'd like to see the improvement over time since I'm a noob.
Free. Easy. Consistent. I use with my iPhone but they have Android app too.
07-29-11 | 07:06 PM
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I use MapMyRide iphone app. I record the data from my cateye strada wireless computer onto a google doc spreadsheet.
Google Docs are pretty much the bomb-diggity
This works for now but I will eventually upgrade to a Garmin 500. I want to see my cadence. badly.
Google Docs are pretty much the bomb-diggity
This works for now but I will eventually upgrade to a Garmin 500. I want to see my cadence. badly.
07-29-11 | 08:21 PM
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Got a Cateye wired, and started using mapmyride. So far, I really like the app, and it only takes a few minutes to map the ride. Logs time, miles, etc. I like being able to map a ride out before I go, and have the profile as well. Just wish I'd have won a prize in the contest.....
07-29-11 | 08:36 PM
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Got a Cateye wired, and started using mapmyride. So far, I really like the app, and it only takes a few minutes to map the ride. Logs time, miles, etc. I like being able to map a ride out before I go, and have the profile as well. Just wish I'd have won a prize in the contest.....
07-29-11 | 09:12 PM
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Srm ---> wko+
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07-29-11 | 09:20 PM
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I've had six Garmins. I won't go back to them.
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"Well, folks, here's the deal: I'm the best there is, plain and simple. I mean, I wake up in the morning and I piss excellence. You know, nobody can hang with my stuff. I'm just a....just a lean, shaven, American winning machine."
07-30-11 | 04:20 PM
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absolutely love my garmin edge 500 w heart rate and cadence monitors. I use the cadence and heart rate the most plus training center and connect are a nice addition to an already great toy/tool.