Using/no longer bike odometer? Restart?

[Eden]

Interestingly enough it was after I started racing that I stopped paying any attention to my odometer - half the time its on the wrong bike.... but my training is all done by time these days so I don't need to worry about distance.

[Melalvai]

I use my odometer to know when I need to get a new chain. Every ~1500 miles.

I could probably get by ok without. I clean my bike frequently, and check chain stretch periodically.

[Resumer]

Seeking any and all advice about bike computers -- I can and have been searching on the web (ebay, reviews, etc) to try and get a handle on what's worth buying, what to avoid and I trust the info provided here more than anywhere else!

Brands to avoid? Things to look for in choosing a model of computer? I'm never going to race, I'll be training to ride the ALC in June. I'm eager to get something so I can begin to track, and know, my progress.

Ok all you gear junkies, weigh in, I'm all eyes! And thanks, in advance...

[KathiCville]

Hi Resumer......First, if you haven't already done a search here on the TE forums for the term cyclocomputer, give it a whirl. You'll find several threads devoted to the pros and cons of various models.

I started out with a Cateye 8 last year when I got back into cycling. Good, basic model, worked just fine. But then I decided about six weeks ago that I wanted to work on improving my cadence (spin rate), so I switched to a Cateye Strada Cadence on my road bike. (Kept the Cateye 8 for my MTB)............I'm very happy with the Strada-------changes from screen to screen with minimal effort. Just a little bit of light finger pressure at the bottom "clicks" through the various screen options..........

For what it's worth, my BF tells me that the Cateye 8 is being phased out.

Both of my cyclocomputers are "wired" models. There are wireless versions---more expensive, and I *think* a bit more finicky in terms of getting the pieces positioned *just right* to send and receive info. If you're interested, do a search here for the term wireless and you'll find a few discussions.

Have fun!

[Zen]

I have the basic wired Cateye and I'm quite pleased with it.

It's small yet still easy to see and use. Very aesthetically pleasing and quite affordable.

[IFjane]

I have the basic wired Cateye and I'm quite pleased with it.

It's small yet still easy to see and use. Very aesthetically pleasing and quite affordable.

Is that a Zen thing?