Opinions on wireless computers?

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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|| Same topic - different question...
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|| 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.

Some heart-rate monitors have wireless speed and cadence, so there is no
reason it can't be done.

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|| Same topic - different question...
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|| 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.

Some heart-rate monitors have wireless speed and cadence, so there is no
reason it can't be done.

In article , wrote:

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.




Have you looked at the Mavic wireless?
Does cadence with an additional sensor. I think the whole kit is about $140 US
at Performance Bike.

HTH

--
"Freedom Is a Light for Which Many Have Died in Darkness"

- Tomb of the unknown - American Revolution

In article , wrote:

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.




Have you looked at the Mavic wireless?
Does cadence with an additional sensor. I think the whole kit is about $140 US
at Performance Bike.

HTH

--
"Freedom Is a Light for Which Many Have Died in Darkness"

- Tomb of the unknown - American Revolution

wrote in message . ..
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.

FlightDeck comes in a wireless model that calculates virtual cadence
for you. It only has the one sensor up front. I'm not sure how
accurate the calculation is, but it seems to be a pretty good
approximation.

Regards,
Richard Stanz

wrote in message . ..
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.

FlightDeck comes in a wireless model that calculates virtual cadence
for you. It only has the one sensor up front. I'm not sure how
accurate the calculation is, but it seems to be a pretty good
approximation.

Regards,
Richard Stanz

on 9/6/2004 12:18 PM David L. Johnson said the following:


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).


I agree. Unless you travel through heavy brush or have other
requirements that preclude the use of wires, I say wired is the way to go.

Wireless seems to add additional concerns to an already reliable
solution. Why worry about interference from cellphones, power lines, etc.,

If you don't need cadence, look at:
http://www.performancebike.com/shop/...tegory_ID=4110

I've been happy with the "no-button" design of this unit.

--
David
dja--dot--mail--at--comcast--dot--net

on 9/6/2004 12:18 PM David L. Johnson said the following:


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).


I agree. Unless you travel through heavy brush or have other
requirements that preclude the use of wires, I say wired is the way to go.

Wireless seems to add additional concerns to an already reliable
solution. Why worry about interference from cellphones, power lines, etc.,

If you don't need cadence, look at:
http://www.performancebike.com/shop/...tegory_ID=4110

I've been happy with the "no-button" design of this unit.

--
David
dja--dot--mail--at--comcast--dot--net

In article ,
wrote:

Has anyone seen a wireless computer that also does cadence?

See the new Cateye CD300DW:

http://www.cateye.com/en/products/vi...&catId=6&subCa
tId=0

http://www.performancebike.com/shop/...ubcategory_ID=
4110


Dave