Handle bar computer

[Bealz998]

I'm after a cheap computer which I can use instead of my phone as it uses up my internet usage , all I want it for is distance and time if someone can sunset any thanks

 

[snorri]

A Cateye Velo 5 is probably as good as any, not the cheapest, but from a reputable manufacturer.
http://www.evanscycles.com/products...match__plid_&gclid=CJDG-f3QjbwCFazHtAod5SUAYg

 

[MikeW-71]

ASDA do some Bell ones that are wireless for £15-£20. Worked fine.

 

[vickster]

Cateye Velo wireless

 

[Roadrider48]

+1 for the Velo.

 

[simon.r]

My usual recommendation - any cheap Sigma. Faultless IME and available for < £10.

 

[smokeysmoo]

Decathlon Count computers work very well and offer excellent VFM.

 

[bikingdad90]

Blackburn atom sl from amazon£13.99

http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B00470N9R0/ref=mp_s_a_1_7?qid=1390261372&sr=8-7&pi=AC_SX110_SY165

 

[Bealz998]

What's better wireless or not? Does the wires chauff and get int the way

 

[Doyleyburger]

Saw a review on these a few months back in 'cycling active' magazine. The best one they tested was the wireless boardman one which was £50 if I remember correctly. But they also tested a wired one from argos (£10) and thought it was very good.
Probably get one myself soon

 

[MikeW-71]

What's better wireless or not? Does the wires chauff and get int the way

Not if they are installed well, wireless is neater and easier. It can be prone to interference however. When I had my Bell computer on, I was waiting behind a Peugeot at lights and the speedo was reading 53mph

 

[Doyleyburger]

This thread has got me thinking all things Garmin now ........
Are the 200 models up to scratch ?

 

[MikeW-71]

Yes, 200's are good. They use GPS for speed and distance, as they can't be paired to external sensors like the 500's can. They can still do the navigation bit though.

 

[cyberknight]

The 200`s have about 15 hours battery life and as with your phone you can upload your rides to the app of choice strava / garmin connect etc to analyze your rides.
You can also download routes to it with directional arrows / breadcrumb trail
Heres a review
http://www.dcrainmaker.com/2011/08/garmin-edge-200-in-depth-review.html

 

[mark william]

get a garmin they are such a better investment. if you buy one of the cheap cateye cycle computers it wont have as many of the features and you will probably find yourself wanting to upgrade soon. you can get the 200 pretty cheap. i have got a 705 and have had it for about 4 years and it is still going strong. i have also previously used the polar cycle computers but dont really rate them