bauldbairn
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I know it's not a fancy computer but I recently bought a NiteRider Rebel 1.0(the bottom of the range) and have found it more than meets my requirements at the moment. I only mention it because when I was looking for a cycle computer I couldn't find any reviews on them(NiteRider).
Initially I started off looking for the most basic functions, then after I'd looked at all the Catseye,Blackburn,Specialized,Cyclops,Mavic,VDO,Sigma etc websites, reviews and applications - cadence, temp, heartrate, pacing, sat nav etc,etc,etc. I'd managed to convinced myself I needed to spend about £150(or more) on an all singing, all dancing state of the art cycle computer.
Then I sat down and thought what it was I was using it for - wasn't training for the Olympics - or a Triathelete - or Ironman etc.
I actually only wanted it for mileage and top speed(its handy to know what speed your doing in traffic). The NiteRider Rebel 1.0 fits the bill for the time being.
Its rugged - well built - functions easy to access - has a back light - is easy to set up - clicks reasuringly into its holder - turns on automatically when you start cycling - sleep mode - and is waterproof and only cost £20.
If you need any more functions there are more advanced models in the range(upto Rebel 8.0 digital wireless + altimeter) - I'm sure one to meet most peopls requirements, but nobody seems to mention them - NiteRider.
Just another opinion / option for you to consider.
ps, I don't work for NR(honest), just a satisfied customer.
Initially I started off looking for the most basic functions, then after I'd looked at all the Catseye,Blackburn,Specialized,Cyclops,Mavic,VDO,Sigma etc websites, reviews and applications - cadence, temp, heartrate, pacing, sat nav etc,etc,etc. I'd managed to convinced myself I needed to spend about £150(or more) on an all singing, all dancing state of the art cycle computer.
Then I sat down and thought what it was I was using it for - wasn't training for the Olympics - or a Triathelete - or Ironman etc.
I actually only wanted it for mileage and top speed(its handy to know what speed your doing in traffic). The NiteRider Rebel 1.0 fits the bill for the time being.
Its rugged - well built - functions easy to access - has a back light - is easy to set up - clicks reasuringly into its holder - turns on automatically when you start cycling - sleep mode - and is waterproof and only cost £20.
If you need any more functions there are more advanced models in the range(upto Rebel 8.0 digital wireless + altimeter) - I'm sure one to meet most peopls requirements, but nobody seems to mention them - NiteRider.
Just another opinion / option for you to consider.
ps, I don't work for NR(honest), just a satisfied customer.