Rear wheel driven cycle computer

[deptfordmarmoset]

I tried it with an old wireless computer, stem to rear seat stay, and it didn't work (I didn't try mounting the unit on the top tube). So I used an even older wired one and managed to route the cable straight enough for the cable to reach the head on the stem.

 

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Slightly off but how does a Garmin work when on a turbo

 

[screenman]

Slightly off but how does a Garmin work when on a turbo

With a sensor on the back wheel and one on the crank for cadence.

 

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Is this an extra or does the garmin come with it ? sorry for all the questions

 

[Fubar]

Is this an extra or does the garmin come with it ? sorry for all the questions

Garmin 500 (or other computer) with a heart rate monitor and back wheel sensor is all you need - I have a cadence sensor too, not necessary but useful. If the Garmin doesn't find a signal (it shouldn't really if indoors) it will ask if you want to use with gps off, select that.

On a turbo heart rate is probably your best indicator of effort, so make sure whatever computer you buy is compatible with an HRM.

 

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Thanks for that,now it makes a lot more sense

 

[broady]

I still have a couple of cateye ones:
https://www.cyclechat.net/threads/cateye-computers-for-sale.209869/

Neither do heart rate though.

 

[bikingdad90]

I have a spare Sigma BC5.12 wired computer which you can have for £8.00 posted. It is brand new in the box, never been used.

 

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Thanks
Now sorted