What to Look for in a Cycle Computer

[Octet]

I'm looking to buy a cycle computer, nothing fancy but one that won't break in a month or two.
I am preferably looking for one that can tell me my speed live and also allow me to see how far I have traveled on that journey.

Could someone please advise me on what sort of price I should be looking at and any other things I should consider? I've noticed online that prices vary from £5 to £250... I preferably want to be spending on the lower end of that spectrum

Thanks again

 

[snorri]

Any basic cycle computer will indicate your speed and distance travelled, also your average speed and top speed. You should be able to find one for less than £30.00. One decision you will have to make, do you want a wireless or wired computer?
The more expensive models indicate cadence( the speed at which you are turning the pedals), heart rate, altitude, temperature,. etc etc, but a cheaper model should fulfil your requirements.
Take a look at the Cateye website for facilities offered by the different models
http://www.cateye.com/en/products/category/1/

 

[derrick]

I have had this one for just over a year, http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=28239&gclid=CM-MraPNzrECFVAhfAodYBYAFg
never missed a beat, recommended. shop around a bit you may find it cheaper.

 

[Raging Squirrel]

I've just bought the Cateye Velo plus wireless for £28

 

[Octet]

Thanks for the replies, I shall probably go for a wired one as I am guessing they are going to be cheaper. No need for heart rate, pedaling speed or temperature, although altitude might be nice.
Shall look online or I shall ride down to the cycle shop, I need new lights for my bike anyway.

 

[Nigelnaturist]

Got this one Friday
Specialized Speed Zone Elite Cadence Computer

The two things it doesn't show are altitude and heart rate, only £15, I found it easy enough to attach, one comment though the temp seems off was showing 22C last evening.
It has a good display, but no backlight, but like I said only £15 normally £30

 

[Octet]

Good find, thanks for that!

 

[darth vadar]

I've just had a wired Cateye 5 fitted at Thatto Heath Cycles in St Helens. It was about £11 and £3 - £4 for them to fit it.

Does the job perfectly.