Which Computer??

dicksy
dicksy Posts: 15
edited May 2008 in Workshop
I am in the market for a new computer for my bike.

I currently run a couple of wireless Cateye's (cordless 2 & cordless 7) but am having trouble with them giving (at times) very inconsistant fluctuating speed readings.

I am therefore keen to maybe try another make out there.

I have read the test in last months Cycling Plus and am interested in the Sigma & VDO models reviewed.

Would greatly welcome any feedback from fellow bikkies regarding your experiences of either of these brands (and the latest range of Cateye).

Cheers
:D

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  • Slow Downcp
    Slow Downcp Posts: 3,041
    I always used Sigam wirless before I switched to Polar (purely as I also wanted a HRM). Never had any real problems, worked fine except when maybe passing directly under rail crossing or pylons.
    Carlsberg don't make cycle clothing, but if they did it would probably still not be as good as Assos
  • blorg
    blorg Posts: 1,169
    I've used wired Cateyes on several bikes for over ten years and have found them 100% reliable, if that helps any. Could your issue possibly be the battery in the speed sensor? Alternatively, would you consider going wired? I have a wireless HR/cadence (Garmin) and it is occasionally a bit flaky.
  • dicksy
    dicksy Posts: 15
    Re Sigmas - they seem to get good write up's so am interested.

    Like everything nowadays we're spoilt for choice aren't we! :D
  • dicksy
    dicksy Posts: 15
    Re my cateyes, I think the 2 is on it's last legs purely due to age.

    I have made a point of replacing both the head and sensor batteries (at the same time) and still get the same problem.

    Don't get me wrong - it doesn't play up all the time but I was out last Thursday and I was doing 21 - 11 - 15.5 - 21!

    I prefer the neatness of wireless but could consider going wired. I'm pretty sure my Avocet 30 years ago was pretty stable.
  • blorg
    blorg Posts: 1,169
    I have a (wired) Cateye Mity 3 that has worked flawlessly for over 10 years and is still going strong. Batteries (and there is only one) last 4 years+. Recently got a Mity 8 from Wiggle for a new bike, price was £14.50. Wired isn't really messy (for front-wheel speed anyway, might get a bit messier for cadence/trainer speed.) You just twist the wire around the brake cable and then down onto the fork.
  • aracer
    aracer Posts: 1,649
    I agree with the above comments on wired computers - don't find the wiring a problem, the sensor is smaller and neater, and at least with my experience with Cateye and Sigma you get almost 100% reliability. I don't twist the cable round the brake cable though - run it straight and use electrical tape (also electrical tape to hold it to the fork).

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