cyclometers

[hornimal]

I went to REI yesterday afternoon to check a few units out. but I'm totally clueless as to what the good and reliable brands are. they had some sigma, cateye, and vetta units on display, but there's far more you can order online.

so basically I'm looking for a recommendation of an excellent unit. look for one that gives me current and average speed, distance traveled, stop watch and is rugged enough to be put on a mountain bike. also, are wires too much of a pain in the butt? should I just plunk down a few more bucks and just get a wireless one?

 

[idigTexas]

I've used both Vetta and Cateye in the past. For the features you want, you can't really go wrong with either.

I am using a Cateye cordless right now, and have had no problems with it. Cords are only a pain if they break. You can order replacements, but I usually decide to get a new cyclometer instead. I have broken more cords on mountain bikes (3) than road bikes (1), so keep that in mind.

If you have both a mountain and road bike, look into the ones that come with two setups so you can move it back and forth.

If you were a roadie, I'd recommend getting a unit with cadence and perhaps an inclinometer, but you'll be riding for the thrills for the most part, not worrying about your form in the paceline.

 

[Crusher X]

I agree with what everything IdigTexas said.

I use a Cateye (I cant' remember the model name) on my road bike. It gives me everything I need except for avg cadence. But, it's not really that big a deal. It was only about 30 bucks if I remember correctly.