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Bicycle Computer Guide

I want to...
  • Do the basics - track my speed and distance
  • Do the basics and monitor my pedaling
  • Train and monitor everything I can
  • Help with my trip, commute or route planning

    Tracking Speed and Distance

    The CatEye Strada is a simple, basic speedometerTracking speed and distance is something that almost all cycling computers can do. The basic models usually have a mount that receives information from a transmitter which is mounted to the fork. The transmitter will read how many times a magnet mounted to the spoke passes by and relay that information back to the computer. Most computers will include an odometer, trip distance and basic speed readings.

    Some transmitters relay the information back to the computer via a wire, others can transmit wirelessly. Wireless computers are generally easier to install, but usually cost a little more. They are particularly popular among trail riders, since there is one less wire to possibly snag on something.

    Popular Wired Speed Computers:

  • CatEye Strada Wired
  • Vetta VL110 Wired Speed
  • Sigma Sport BC 509

    Popular Wireless Speed Computers:

  • CatEye Strada Wireless
  • Sigma Sport BC1609 STS Wireless Computer
  • Planet Bike Protege 9.0 Wireless

    Tracking Cadence

    Sigma Sport BC 1606L DTS Wireless can measure cadence as well.Measuring cadence can help you find an optimal gear and reduce fatigue. Essentially, having cadence is just like having a tachometer - they both measure RPM (revolutions per minute), and if you're registering high RPM's, you'll want to shift to a higher gear to make it easier on your legs. For an in-depth review of cadence and gearing, read this article.

    Cadence computers are available both wired and wirelessly. Cadence is picked up from the rear of the bike, and some models also pickup speed from the rear wheel. This setup will allow you to use your computer on an indoor trainer.

    Popular Wired Cadence Computers

  • CatEye Strada Cadence
  • Vetta RT77

    Popular Wireless Cadence Computers

  • Sigma Sport BC 1606L DTS Wireless + Cadence Cycling Computer
  • Vetta V100 Wireless speed & cadence

    Computers that can be used on indoor trainer

  • CatEye V2C
  • CatEye Strada Cadence

    Computers for Training

    There is very little the Garmin Edge 500 does not track.No matter what you're training for, there's probably a computer that can help you track your progress. Cadence is probably the most popular feature to track, but heart rate and altitude functions are also popular. Some computers even let you download information to your computer for more in depth tracking.



    Popular computers with heart rate

  • Polar CS200Cad
  • CatEye V3

    Popular computers with altitude

  • Sigma Sport BC 2209 MHR Cycling Computer
  • Vetta V100A
  • CatEye Adventure CC-AT200W

    Computers that download to your PC

  • Sigma Rox 9.0
  • Garmin Edge 500

    Computers for Trip Planning

    With features like an ETA the Commuter Computer is designed for commuting.If you're a regular commuter, use your bike more often than your car, or are planning a tour and don't want to carry large maps, there are computers that can help. Garmin has many GPS-enabled computers, some with maps that will give turn-by-turn directions or way-point maps and coordinates of your route. CatEye also has a Commuter Computer, which will tell all-kinds of useful information, like your estimated time of arrival.
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