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Sigma bc 1609 kmh flashing but not counting
I've just presented a new Sigma BC 1609 (wireless), assembled, put the sensor on the fork and a magnet on a spike, set the wheel size, looks fine.
But the speedometer does not work - it is just ...
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Is the Suunto Ambit compatible with the Bontrager DuoTrap Digital Speed/Cadence Sensor?
Bontrager DuoTrap is ANT+ compatible as well as the Suunto Ambit (with firmare 2.0 or greater).
Since it's not possible to find any proof of concept on the internet (specialized sites, forums, ...
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How accurate is Google Earth
I always use Google Earth to plan my cross-county routes. Lately, I have begun to ride long distance trips (over 70 kms). Checking my bike computer against Google Earth I have noticed consistent ...
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Choosing the right wheel size in my cycle computer
I have bought the Campangolo Khamsin wheelset, and now I would like to set the right wheel size in my Trek Incist 8i cycle computer. Before I do the custom wheel setting, I would like to know what ...
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Is it possible to estimate road grade while riding?
It would be nice to be able to estimate the grade of a road while riding, even if the estimate is not completely accurate. With a GPS, in theory it should be possible in theory to ride a short ...
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What does a cyclocomputer actually measure for calculating the speed of the bike?
What does a cyclocomputer actually measure for calculating the speed of the bike?
Is it the time for one revolution $T$ or is it the number of revolutions $n$ per given time $t_0$?
If the radius of ...
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What bike computer (speedometer) to get for mounting on the rear wheel?
I'm looking to get a bike computer, primarily for the speedometer function. I use my bike on a trainer most of the time, and I'd like to get "speed" from that, so the sensor needs to be on the rear ...
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What sites support Garmin Edge 200 .FIT format?
I'm wondering what sites support uploading .FIT (from a Garmin Edge 200) files for analysis and mapping? I know that Garmin Connect does, but I'd like to evaluate other sites that does what Connect ...
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Bicycle GPS Devices
I'm about ready to replace my 20 year old Nishiki with a brand new Cannondale Synapse Alloy 6. I will be getting a bike computer of some sort. I would really like a GPS unit made for biking, or ...
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Garmin Heart Rate Monitor Not Reporting Accurate HR Anymore
With my first Garmin Edge 305, I got the cadence and heart rate accessories. Cadence is still humming along, but the heart rate monitor has been not accurately reporting heart rate over the past ...
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Cyclometer interference from car detection loops?
I've noticed several times lately when stopping at an intersection with a car detection loop that my wireless cyclometer (an Atom 4.0) exhibits some strange behavior. It continues to think I'm moving ...
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Are there advantages of dedicated bike computer instead of smartphone apps?
I do a lot of road biking. I have a basic Catseye onboard computer for my speed and odometer. But I also use my iPhone to track and record my biking. I've tried a variety of iPhone apps, the best ones ...
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Wired or Wireless bike computer?
I have bought a new pair of road bikes.
I am a triathlete (Sprint mostly) and I am interested to know, what computer should I buy now? wired or wireless?
I mainly do not like wireless things (I ...
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How to measure calories burned?
How can I accurately measure the calories burned while using my bicycle? My bike computer tells me how many calories I have burned. But it has no cadence meter. The only measurements it has are my ...
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Reliable Bike Computer
This summer I have already bought two bike computers but both have failed to meet my expectations:
Computer #1
The Filzer had poor reviews but I thought I would give it a try anyways. Should have ...
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How can I build my own open-source cyclometer?
I am interested to build a bike but I would also like to have free software/hardware. How can I build a cyclometer with open-source software? Would it be possible to find reflashable hardware or open ...
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Experiences with Bontrager Node 3 computer? [closed]
I am looking for real life experiences with this race bike computer. I am not looking for specs from the manual or from the website.
I am considering buying this, I don't want the GPS computers, and ...
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When is Cyclometer useful?
Some call it speedometer or odometer but I mean the thing to measure velocity, trip distance and such things. When you come up with a usage-case, please, point out the function which you use. The only ...
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Bicycling apps for Android [closed]
I have an Android smartphone, with GPS, accelerometer, 3G internet connection, and other features that seem useful for bicycling. Are there any good bicycling apps on Android?
One app per answer ...
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Stopping interference between LED lights and wireless Cycling Computer
My LED lights seem to be causing my wireless cycling computer to not pickup the signal (suggested by the manufacturer and verified through tests at home).
What strategies/options are there for ...
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What is a good iPhone app for bikers?
There are tons that are out there for recording routes, and such. There's also the physical mounting. Is the iPhone actually good/useful for bikers?
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Are there any bicycle computers that will log ride data?
I'm looking to get a computer for my bicycle to give me some more information when I go on rides. I have seen and used several that belong to friends, and while they seem invaluable, the one feature ...
