what Cycle computer with HR monitor

[ELL]

I am after a bike computer with HR monitor and was after a few recommendations. it hasn’t got to be fancy all I need is heart rate, speed, time, distance and avg speed. I am not wanting to spend much over £35 so what would you say would be best.

 

[stephec]

I've got one of these -

http://www.ribblecycles.co.uk/productdetail.asp?productcatalogue=CATECOMP600000000000

always does the job ok, although the chest strap is a bit fiddly until you get used to it.

 

[ELL]

looks good, is that wireless for the sensor on the wheel as well or just the HR monitor? If it is how good is it its just that i have had one which was wireless before and it wasn't that good so think i want a wired one

 

[stephec]

It's all wireless, works well normally, although I have had recorded a max speed of 69mph when it's sat next to my laptop. Never had a problem when I'm out on a ride though.

The only thing that goes against it is that the hrm is tied in to the speedo, so if you want to use the hrm on a turbo you're stuffed as you need your front wheel turning constantly (unless you can get someone to wiggle a magnet in front of the sensor for you). What a great way for the kids to earn their spends.

 

[stoofa]

ive got a Cateye HR200 DW to. good piece of kit. good battery life, not had a problem yet, and ive had it about 18 months.