Best cheap computer for power?

mr.b-campag

Just bought a Powertap G3 on the 'bay and looking to get back into training that way, but on a budget. I want a computer that will be able to display current power, hr and cadence (or at least power and one of the others) and allows data to be uploaded onto trainingpeaks (+maybe Golden Cheetah). Ideally they would also read the Powertap's estimated cadence so I don't need to buy a sensor. I've seen Joule 1.0s on the 'bay for around £30. Would that do what I want? Anyone think of anything else that might fit the bill (and I might find at a similar price)?

Thanks for reading.

B

Man Of Lard

Start here https://www.thisisant.com/directory/powertap-g3-hub/ - you'll be able to see all of the computers that are certified to work with your PowerTap - then you can decide which of them are candidates for your need...

mr.b-campag

Brilliant. Thanks.

B

AK_jnr

Garmin 500.

smoggysteve

AK_jnr wrote:

Garmin 500.

^^ This! Read all the expert websites you want but there is no more reliable robust computer on the market available at the cost you can get a Garmin Edge 500. I still use mine from time to time. Will do all the power data you require just as well as the most modern up to date devices.

mr.b-campag

Thanks guys. Already went and bought a Joule 1.0 for £26 (new) on the 'bay which looks quite a bit cheaper than the Edge 500 is going for atm. Could be a future upgrade though if I really get back into this power malarkey...

smoggysteve

I guess GPS data is something you don't care about right now. Fair one.

dennisn

I like the title "Best cheap computer...". Buying the "best" is usually a good idea. That's why it's known as the best. Buying cheap will usually get you just that. And we have all done that.

supermurph09

Edge 500 is all you'll ever need.