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Opinions on wireless computers?
I got my rain bike worked out. Now I need a computer for it. I'm
considering wireless because I've noticed (haven't computer shopped for like 3 years) that wireless has gotten a lot cheaper). In general, how well do these work, especially in rainy weather? Does the weather even interfere with computers? Secondly, here are a couple I'm considering... http://www.performancebike.com/shop/...tegory_ID=4110 http://www.performancebike.com/shop/...tegory_ID=4110 They're both $30 at my local Performance. Any opinions on their reliability? One last question. The bike I bought came with cushy seat (it's a hybrid). I want a hard split saddle. I've used the Body Geometry in the past with success, but before I went that route I was wondering if anyone had a recommendation. Once again, because I don't buy saddles THAT often, so my only frame of reference for a good cheap saddle is Body Geometry. And that's not really that cheap. Once again, just looking for opinions. I'm doing plenty of research online, but curious as to what others think. Thanks, Preston |
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On Mon, 06 Sep 2004 01:24:28 -0500, Preston Crawford wrote:
I got my rain bike worked out. Now I need a computer for it. I'm considering wireless because I've noticed (haven't computer shopped for like 3 years) that wireless has gotten a lot cheaper). In general, how well do these work, especially in rainy weather? Does the weather even interfere with computers? Secondly, here are a couple I'm considering... Why wireless? I mean, we have all gotten used to remote controls (even on small-screen TVs -- I even have one on an office air conditioner), cordless phones, and computers. But these are wireless because you move them around, or you don't want to bother getting all that exercise to actually get up off the couch. But your bike computer sits on its mounting bracket on the handlebars, and the pickup is carefully positioned to sense the magnet. You aren't moving it around --- even if you use the same computer for more than one bike, you need a second mounting bracket and sensor for the second bike, you don't just move the computer. Where is the advantage of wireless? You then have a second set of batteries to replace, you have to worry about interference and performance in the rain, all for?? Just not having a wire on the bike? But you've got cables all over the thing already unless you are riding a fixed gear with no brake (dumb idea, too). -- David L. Johnson __o | You will say Christ saith this and the apostles say this; but _`\(,_ | what canst thou say? -- George Fox. (_)/ (_) | |
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On Mon, 06 Sep 2004 01:24:28 -0500, Preston Crawford wrote:
I got my rain bike worked out. Now I need a computer for it. I'm considering wireless because I've noticed (haven't computer shopped for like 3 years) that wireless has gotten a lot cheaper). In general, how well do these work, especially in rainy weather? Does the weather even interfere with computers? Secondly, here are a couple I'm considering... Why wireless? I mean, we have all gotten used to remote controls (even on small-screen TVs -- I even have one on an office air conditioner), cordless phones, and computers. But these are wireless because you move them around, or you don't want to bother getting all that exercise to actually get up off the couch. But your bike computer sits on its mounting bracket on the handlebars, and the pickup is carefully positioned to sense the magnet. You aren't moving it around --- even if you use the same computer for more than one bike, you need a second mounting bracket and sensor for the second bike, you don't just move the computer. Where is the advantage of wireless? You then have a second set of batteries to replace, you have to worry about interference and performance in the rain, all for?? Just not having a wire on the bike? But you've got cables all over the thing already unless you are riding a fixed gear with no brake (dumb idea, too). -- David L. Johnson __o | You will say Christ saith this and the apostles say this; but _`\(,_ | what canst thou say? -- George Fox. (_)/ (_) | |
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"Preston Crawford" wrote in message Once again, just looking for opinions. I'm doing plenty of research online, but curious as to what others think. The only thing I might suggest is that you find one with an auto start feature. I don't know how many times I've been out riding, stopped to take a break, and forgot to turn the damn thing back on when I got back on my bike. Not a big deal unless you like to accurately track your mileage, and I do. Dave |
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"Preston Crawford" wrote in message Once again, just looking for opinions. I'm doing plenty of research online, but curious as to what others think. The only thing I might suggest is that you find one with an auto start feature. I don't know how many times I've been out riding, stopped to take a break, and forgot to turn the damn thing back on when I got back on my bike. Not a big deal unless you like to accurately track your mileage, and I do. Dave |
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On 2004-09-06, David L. Johnson wrote:
But your bike computer sits on its mounting bracket on the handlebars, and the pickup is carefully positioned to sense the magnet. You aren't moving it around --- even if you use the same computer for more than one bike, you need a second mounting bracket and sensor for the second bike, you don't just move the computer. Where is the advantage of wireless? You then have a second set of batteries to replace, you have to worry about interference and performance in the rain, all for?? Just not having a wire on the bike? But you've got cables all over the thing already unless you are riding a fixed gear with no brake (dumb idea, too). I would normally agree. The thought was that if the price point was identical and performance was identical, then why NOT the wireless, since then it would be easier to install? That's my thinking. If the performance is worse than a wired, then definitely I'd go with wired. Preston |
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On 2004-09-06, David L. Johnson wrote:
But your bike computer sits on its mounting bracket on the handlebars, and the pickup is carefully positioned to sense the magnet. You aren't moving it around --- even if you use the same computer for more than one bike, you need a second mounting bracket and sensor for the second bike, you don't just move the computer. Where is the advantage of wireless? You then have a second set of batteries to replace, you have to worry about interference and performance in the rain, all for?? Just not having a wire on the bike? But you've got cables all over the thing already unless you are riding a fixed gear with no brake (dumb idea, too). I would normally agree. The thought was that if the price point was identical and performance was identical, then why NOT the wireless, since then it would be easier to install? That's my thinking. If the performance is worse than a wired, then definitely I'd go with wired. Preston |
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On Mon, 6 Sep 2004 11:05:23 -0700, "Raoul Duke" wrote:
The only thing I might suggest is that you find one with an auto start feature. I don't know how many times I've been out riding, stopped to take a break, and forgot to turn the damn thing back on when I got back on my bike. Not a big deal unless you like to accurately track your mileage, and I do. Agree there, auto start is nice. I have a Cateye Wireless 7, works fine, easy to install. Don't get it near you cell phone while on a call, it goes crazy. Not common while riding, but noticed it once before the ride. I often forget to start my Polar heart monitor, missing a few minutes, no big deal I guess. --- "BitwiseBob" - Bob Anderson Eugene Oregon |
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On Mon, 6 Sep 2004 11:05:23 -0700, "Raoul Duke" wrote:
The only thing I might suggest is that you find one with an auto start feature. I don't know how many times I've been out riding, stopped to take a break, and forgot to turn the damn thing back on when I got back on my bike. Not a big deal unless you like to accurately track your mileage, and I do. Agree there, auto start is nice. I have a Cateye Wireless 7, works fine, easy to install. Don't get it near you cell phone while on a call, it goes crazy. Not common while riding, but noticed it once before the ride. I often forget to start my Polar heart monitor, missing a few minutes, no big deal I guess. --- "BitwiseBob" - Bob Anderson Eugene Oregon |
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Same topic - different question... Has anyone seen a wireless computer that also does cadence? I can't find one and I'm guessing the second sensor/transmitter is "too much" for wireless. |
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