Need bike computer recommendation
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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.
Last edited by AcornMan; 09-16-11 at 12:32 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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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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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.
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Seriously though, I switched to one from my Strada and couldn't be happier.
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... but not the blue trim, it doesn't match CF frames!
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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
https://www.amazon.com/Planet-Bike-9-.../dp/B000AO9R8C
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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
https://www.wahoofitness.com/mobileco..._0_173_42.aspx
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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
https://www.wahoofitness.com/mobileco..._0_173_42.aspx

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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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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