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Old 09-16-11 | 12:19 PM
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Need bike computer recommendation

I'm looking for a wireless computer with a thermometer and a backlit screen. Any suggestions for a good one? Don't need cadence or heart rate. Thanks in advance.

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Old 09-16-11 | 12:21 PM
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I love my Garmin Edge 500
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Old 09-16-11 | 12:33 PM
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Old 09-16-11 | 01:14 PM
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someone may have mentioned this already, Edge 500
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Old 09-16-11 | 01:54 PM
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https://www.performancebike.com/bikes...8_20000_400127

The only one that has a back-lit screen at that price that Performance sells. Just so happens that it also has temperature and calories. Not a bad computer, have it on my mountain bike.


Also, the edge 500 is fantastic, but quite more expensive and fancier than what you want, that's what I use primarily.
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Old 09-16-11 | 03:20 PM
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I love my Garmin Edge 500
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Old 09-19-11 | 08:49 AM
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I love my Garmin Edge 500
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Old 09-19-11 | 09:15 AM
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I love my Garmin Edge 500
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Old 09-19-11 | 09:21 AM
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I'm most likely doing the Garmin 500 - maybe the 705 or 800 if I get a few extra $$$

turn by turn on the bike would be pretty sweet if you like to travel a bit
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https://www.performancebike.com/bikes...8_20000_400127

The only one that has a back-lit screen at that price that Performance sells. Just so happens that it also has temperature and calories. Not a bad computer, have it on my mountain bike.


Also, the edge 500 is fantastic, but quite more expensive and fancier than what you want, that's what I use primarily.
IMHO, I think that basically gives you the 2 options. Either you get something fairly simple and cheap, or you get the Edge 500. The Edge 500 sets the price point low enough, and is desirable enough, there's no reason to buy an expensive computer that doesn't have GPS, and Ant+.
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Old 09-19-11 | 09:54 AM
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Edge 500, definitely. I'm in love with my 800, too, if you can score a good deal on it!
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Old 09-19-11 | 10:10 AM
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I have the Node 2, but based on what you said, the Node 1 would be perfect.

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Old 09-19-11 | 10:20 AM
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I'm most likely doing the Garmin 500 - maybe the 705 or 800 if I get a few extra $$$

turn by turn on the bike would be pretty sweet if you like to travel a bit
500 is better than the 705. Newer, more sensitive GPS chipset, smaller form factor, and longer battery life.
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Old 09-19-11 | 11:23 AM
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+1 .............end of discussion!
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Edge 500, so darn expensive but still my best item so far.
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Old 09-19-11 | 11:55 AM
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has anyone mentioned Garmin Edge 500? I think you should get that one.

LOL

Seriously though, I switched to one from my Strada and couldn't be happier.
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Old 09-19-11 | 12:07 PM
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has anyone mentioned Garmin Edge 500? I think you should get that one.

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Seriously though, I switched to one from my Strada and couldn't be happier.
Yeah, why hasn't anyone mentioned the Garmin Edge 500 model? I find it to be quite satisfying with the CS-10 sensor and HR monitor combination (yes you do NEED them) ... but not the blue trim, it doesn't match CF frames!
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Old 09-19-11 | 12:10 PM
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If you want something very simple, I think there's a planet bike model for like $40 that just has speed, odometer, and temp, but I'm pretty sure it's backlit.

https://www.amazon.com/Planet-Bike-9-.../dp/B000AO9R8C
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Old 09-19-11 | 12:10 PM
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I have a Node 2 fer sale cuz I went this route..... For the iPhone.

https://www.wahoofitness.com/mobileco..._0_173_42.aspx
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Old 09-19-11 | 01:11 PM
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Edge 500.
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Old 09-27-11 | 10:11 PM
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I have a Node 2 fer sale cuz I went this route..... For the iPhone.

https://www.wahoofitness.com/mobileco..._0_173_42.aspx
I love the iPhone options - but battery life is the hitch here....

I did 76 miles the other day and was down to 49% left using Strava - when I'm doing 100+ I'm worried about not having enough juice to keep the phone alive
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Old 09-28-11 | 09:37 AM
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I love the iPhone options - but battery life is the hitch here....

I did 76 miles the other day and was down to 49% left using Strava - when I'm doing 100+ I'm worried about not having enough juice to keep the phone alive
Not that I advocate using a smartphone to track cycling, but what about a small solar charger to keep it from running down so fast?
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Old 09-28-11 | 04:26 PM
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hey tcwayne. how much are you willing to sell the node 2 for? if i cannot ask that here i am sorry. i had a node 1 that fell off during a ride. totally my fault, so i already have the sensor.
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Old 09-28-11 | 04:33 PM
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I like my Sigma Sport ones. I think all the wireless ones come with the two features you want.
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Old 09-28-11 | 10:01 PM
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Originally Posted by nhluhr
Not that I advocate using a smartphone to track cycling, but what about a small solar charger to keep it from running down so fast?
doesn't the ANT+ have to plug in somewhere?
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