ADVICE bike computer (wireless)

[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?

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[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.

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[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.

[ClockworkOrange]

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.

Thank you so much for taking the time to reply, yes, it's going back.

Back to eBay...........

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[ClockworkOrange]

Now the company www.probikekit.com appear to have very good reviews, although based in the UK, they send to the US etc and very quickly too.

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Have just contacted them regarding returning the item, wow, what an excellent company to do business with. You go online to get a returns label etc. post it off and within two days I had the money back in my bank account!

Now that is what I call impressive and I believe it works the same for overseas customers.

Well done Probike Kit.


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