ADVICE bike computer (wireless)

[ClockworkOrange]

Tis coolio Clock! Twas happy to have shared the thought

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Clock

Just wanted to give a big "thumbs up" for Pro Bike Kit! I have ordered from them numerous times, and have never had a problem (and I'm in the US). Their prices are definitely some of the lowest that I've found.

That is good to hear, I did check up on reviews for them and they were all good.

Wow, I only ordered it at midnight 5 Oct and received it this morning, 8 Oct. Also free delivery for UK.

I am so looking forward to having it on my bike, I hate not having a 'puta on my bike.

Many thanks for all the advice, all duly taken.

Clock

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Clock





That is good to hear, I did check up on reviews for them and they were all good.

Wow, I only ordered it at midnight 5 Oct and received it this morning, 8 Oct. Also free delivery for UK.

I am so looking forward to having it on my bike, I hate not having a 'puta on my bike.

Many thanks for all the advice, all duly taken.

Clock

That's great news! A friend of mine had told me that he heard on the news, that there was a postal strike in the UK, but I guess it must be over now, right? I had been holding back from placing an order with PBK, since I didn't know what the status was of this postal strike. Now I can place my order.

[ClockworkOrange]

That's great news! A friend of mine had told me that he heard on the news, that there was a postal strike in the UK, but I guess it must be over now, right? I had been holding back from placing an order with PBK, since I didn't know what the status was of this postal strike. Now I can place my order.

Yes, it is still going on but it appears to be intermittent. Not sure how or who it is effecting more but so far we are fine down here in Poole, Dorset, which is right at the bottom of UK in the middle on the coast. Perhaps it is worse in London, not sure.

Perhaps it is worth placing your order, you have nothing to lose, I know the company is based up in the north of England. Maybe send them an email, which is on their website to see how things are?

Good luck anyway.

Clock

[ClockworkOrange]

Oh dear, isn't it annoying when you get all carried away and rush something, only to discover you have ordered the incorrect item!!

Cateye Strada 8 Function Cycle Computer

Cateye Strada Wireless 8 Function Computer

Yes, you guessed it right, I ordered the first one which is obviously NOT wireless...........doh!

However, just been reading up on the wired version and it would seem quite a lot of people prefer this?

Any views?

Clock

[OakLeaf]

Can't speak to those particular models, but wired and wireless each have their own advantages.

Wired computers are less expensive, have only one battery and consume less battery power on the main unit, don't have issues with sending unit failure, and are one less source of RF exposure for you.

On the other hand, initial installation of a wired unit takes a little bit more time, they don't have as clean an appearance, you may have less flexibility with sensor placement. If you break a wire (not common, but it does happen), you probably have to replace the whole wiring harness, because generally if a wire breaks, it's going to break at one end or the other where it isn't repairable.

Personal preference. Myself, if I hadn't developed a consuming need for GPS and HRM and downloadable data in my old age, I'd still be using my wired Cateye.

[ClockworkOrange]

One more question, if using a wired computer, does it make it a bit more awkward when the bike has suspension forks, or it still possible?



Nothing is ever straightforward is it?

So, pretty please, opinions?

Cheers.

Clock

[OakLeaf]

Never tried it, but with a front wheel sensor it looks like a guaranteed way to break the wire.

If you have cadence, then the wheel sensor goes on the rear wheel as well, and would be okay as long as it's a hardtail.