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Post by Julio on Nov 13, 2005 22:30:56 GMT 8
Hey guys,
I broke the mounting bracket of my 5 year old cateye enduro 2 this past race in Maarat. So I guess it's time for an upgrade! yahoo ;D
Just want to your suggestions on what's a good computer nowadays? How much and san available? The more features, the better! Thanks!
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Post by donbautist on Nov 26, 2005 1:33:43 GMT 8
topeak c140 and c150 cyclocomputers are quite good.
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Post by PraeTorian on Dec 6, 2005 11:07:47 GMT 8
try the cateye micro wireless available at newton bike shop...
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Post by cobym on Dec 7, 2005 8:40:20 GMT 8
The YPK brand so far is ok. It think in the States its re-branded as Sette or Vetta (?) Its lasted the longest among the others I've tried. and the sensor always picks up the magnet signal, even during and after a muddy ride. Plus it has an offset mount such that you can place the computer over your stem. Has calorie and fat counter aside from basics. Only problem is one of the buttons fell off. I dont even take it off while washing the bike. Pero buhay pa sya after around maybe 500 rough km.
Its cheaper than most also - 880 at allterra.
Don't get Trelock - cheap but a waste of money. Mamisalign lang ng konti and it wont pick up the magnet signal, and the mount /contact points also get loose.
Cateye Enduro is also good (as yours lasted 5 years!), but it doesnt have a over-stem mount option. You have to order the stem mount.
Planet bike computers fall off easily. I have two friends who lost theirs in maarat.
Also, if you use a two way radio on rides, dont get a wireless version. May interference minsan.
Havent tried Topeak, but they look good.
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Post by qt_kat on Dec 7, 2005 9:19:42 GMT 8
topeak c140 and c150 cyclocomputers are quite good. How much are they? Is Topeak better than the Astrale 8? |
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Post by spartan23 on Dec 7, 2005 9:38:08 GMT 8
topeak c140 and c150 cyclocomputers are quite good. How much are they? Is Topeak better than the Astrale 8? You can get a good wireless computer for around $20-$39. |
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Post by Julio on Dec 7, 2005 10:30:51 GMT 8
Thanks for the replies guys  Anyway, I settled for the YPK CronoSport Wireless Version. I didn't want to get another Cateye para maiba naman. Everyone seems to have a Cateye eh ;D I bought mine in All Terra and I was choosing between the topeak mini Panoram, but I got the YPK because of the wireless feature. One feature I wish I had though was a backlight for night rides... I think the micro wireless has one.  This is a pic of the YPK, but they changed the markings to X2... |
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Post by qt_kat on Dec 7, 2005 10:48:09 GMT 8
How much did you pay for the YPK? Im also planning to buy one and I need some info too. Is wireless better? Does it have a cadence reading?
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Post by bernie on Dec 8, 2005 8:34:34 GMT 8
Use the Cat eye model with big heavy duty wire, I don't go for cordless, seems even air, and extra outside movement is registering there.
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Post by BrusKO on Dec 8, 2005 9:09:54 GMT 8
qt_kat,
astrale8 has cadence reading but its not wireless. imho, wireless sometimes gets interference for some reason. i wouldnt want to try that ou as i am pretty dependent on my cyclo. although i think it cuts the hassle of fixing your cyclo's wires, not to mention cleaning it. bernie's right, i dont have it but if you're into strings, get the one with thick wires.
wired and wireless has its pros and cons. its easier to clean your bike when you have a wireless. your bike looks much cleaner with a wireless- no additional tangled wires in sight aside from your cables! problem really is the interference. for pricing, my wired astrale8 would probably cost 1400k now. correct me if im wrong- my cyclo's about a year and a half old.
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Post by qt_kat on Dec 8, 2005 9:42:17 GMT 8
Thanks guys. I think im gonna get the astrale 8 (bec of the cadence reading). I have no problem with wires and cleaning because I have bikedaddy to do the dirty job. ;D
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Post by Brutus on Dec 8, 2005 9:43:01 GMT 8
Try Cateye Enduro 8, simple sleek design with bold numbers and letters, with heavy duty wires. I've been using it for more than a year now. It has been reliable so far, through mud, dust, sun, rain even bumps. Can be setup in 10 -12 mins. I bought for 1k php in Cycle Art last year. Hope this helps.  |
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Post by qt_kat on Dec 8, 2005 10:13:05 GMT 8
Brutusbikedaddy already has the cateye enduro 8. I want to buy a different model. Enduro 8 is also a good computer, almost the same as the astrale but with no cadence reading.
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Post by Julio on Dec 8, 2005 10:17:12 GMT 8
Use the Cat eye model with big heavy duty wire, I don't go for cordless, seems even air, and extra outside movement is registering there. Eventually, all computers will become wireless. I think the cleaner look was really worth it. With regards to interference, the technology should keep getting better year after year. I haven't had any problems yet with the signal even though I rode with Jon Mountguitars (who had a wireless computer also). |
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Post by SMBDealer on Dec 8, 2005 15:11:28 GMT 8
Brutusbikedaddy already has the cateye enduro 8. I want to buy a different model. Enduro 8 is also a good computer, almost the same as the astrale but with no cadence reading. One thing you should consider is the Astrale 8's thin wires. My experience with thin wires is that when they get a bit twisted or bent, you get inconsistent readings. |
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Post by Julio on Dec 8, 2005 15:32:11 GMT 8
How much did you pay for the YPK? Im also planning to buy one and I need some info too. Is wireless better? Does it have a cadence reading? I got the YPK CronoSPort for 1.2k at all terra. If you want wireless, but don't want to be adventurous with brands, maybe you can take a look at the Cateye Micro Wireless. I don't think it has cadence though. I think the cheapest cateye wireless is the Vectra. The double wireless computers (speed and cadence) seem to be very expensive... around 3k plus, i think |
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Post by bernie on Dec 8, 2005 15:58:16 GMT 8
Cateye must improve their wireless lines especially the sensors.
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Post by Ben Dover on Dec 8, 2005 16:35:37 GMT 8
i saw a peculiar wireless cyclocomputer somewhere in the net...its made by mavic if im not mistaken...the sensor is skewer mounted..simple and clean..dont know how much though.
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Post by qt_kat on Dec 8, 2005 16:49:26 GMT 8
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Post by Ben Dover on Dec 8, 2005 16:53:11 GMT 8
exactly! the price doesnt look good either...mahal pala. |
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Post by mtb_racer on Dec 9, 2005 13:45:22 GMT 8
One thing i hate about cordless aside from being expensive, is the registration of signal, from the transmitter to the display LCD, sometimes, it's late and returning to zero, again and again and again. You are running 30 kph then suddenly zero display appears while riding, I have 2 cat eye wireless, they have the same problems.
Is this normal to a cordless cyclomputer?
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Post by Julio on Dec 9, 2005 14:48:47 GMT 8
One thing i hate about cordless aside from being expensive, is the registration of signal, from the transmitter to the display LCD, sometimes, it's late and returning to zero, again and again and again. You are running 30 kph then suddenly zero display appears while riding, I have 2 cat eye wireless, they have the same problems. Is this normal to a cordless cyclomputer? No, it shoudn't be normal. Either dehins maganda yun pag set-up mo, i.e. the sensor and magnet are not aligned or cateye should improve their wireless products. |
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Post by mountguitars on Dec 9, 2005 21:27:42 GMT 8
One thing i hate about cordless aside from being expensive, is the registration of signal, from the transmitter to the display LCD, sometimes, it's late and returning to zero, again and again and again. You are running 30 kph then suddenly zero display appears while riding, I have 2 cat eye wireless, they have the same problems. Is this normal to a cordless cyclomputer? hey, i experienced this as well in los banos. but i'm thinking it could be an interference with "magnetic forces" since los banos is known for its geothermal resources. so i removed it and i'll be installing it on my hybrid-bike-to-be. |
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Post by anji on Jan 4, 2006 23:21:47 GMT 8
guys,
i plan 2 get 1 of these gizmos ...
should i go 4 wired or wireless ...
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Post by Julio on Jan 5, 2006 14:43:34 GMT 8
Wireless! definitely Just make sure you don't get the models which have lots of complaints as listed here. Try the cateye micro wireless or the YPK cronosport |
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Post by bernie on Jan 9, 2006 8:41:12 GMT 8
One thing i hate about cordless aside from being expensive, is the registration of signal, from the transmitter to the display LCD, sometimes, it's late and returning to zero, again and again and again. You are running 30 kph then suddenly zero display appears while riding, I have 2 cat eye wireless, they have the same problems. Is this normal to a cordless cyclomputer? It is normal I guess tukayo, that is also my problem, also, outside forces are registering on it, this is what cateye and other co's has to improve. Have you experience riding on a smooth road, then suddenly a car passes on your side, observe the cyclometer, it runs wild ;D |
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Post by jedi on May 5, 2006 15:55:10 GMT 8
what's the use of "cadence"
any idea on the price of cateye micro wireless?
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Post by janix on May 5, 2006 17:55:14 GMT 8
what's the use of " cadence" any idea on the price of cateye micro wireless?cadence: Revolutions per minute of the pedals. in other words... it is how fast you spin your cranks. |
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Post by Julio on May 5, 2006 19:49:04 GMT 8
Every rider has a cadence that he is theoretically comfortable with. It'll depend on leg length, fitness level, intermuscular coordination of the leg muscles, etc. This value normally falls between 60-90 revolutions per minute. Antyhing above or below these limits usually results in loss of efficiency and economy. too slow means you are in too heavy a gear and too fast means the gear setting is too light.
So knowing at what cadence you are going, will eventually help in choosing which gear to use at a particular part of your ride.
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Post by kneecapped on May 10, 2006 2:44:43 GMT 8
Any feedback on VDO computers?
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Anyway, I settled for the YPK CronoSport Wireless Version. I didn't want to get another Cateye para maiba naman. Everyone seems to have a Cateye eh ;D I bought mine in All Terra and I was choosing between the topeak mini Panoram, but I got the YPK because of the wireless feature. One feature I wish I had though was a backlight for night rides... I think the micro wireless has one.
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