Comparison of bicycle computers

Cycling is a form of activity that is increasingly chosen as a way to spend free time. It's a great idea for effective training, improving fitness and fitness, as well as exploring interesting places during sightseeing trips on two wheels. An accessory that can spice up such trips is a bicycle computer.

Bicycle computer - worth it or not?

Bicycle counter is one of the most frequently chosen additional bicycle gadgets. It's worth choosing if you care about it control of kilometers traveled, duration of journeys and other information. Depending on the selected model, devices with basic or more extensive functions are available to the user.

Bicycle computers they are great a gadget for planning bicycle trips.

Wired and wireless bicycle computers

The cheapest solution is wired wired meter. Such a device is most often used by people who do not have high requirements and are not looking for additional, extensive functions. The work of the wired meter is based on data transfer over the cable. Such equipment may not be comfortable during longer routes due to the risk of cord entanglement or damage.

Wireless meters they work on principle data transmission using radio waves. The data is sent between the sensor and the central unit of the device. Wireless meters are a more expensive alternative. However, it is related to greater comfort of use due to lack of wiring. Typically, these types of meters also offer additional features.

Bicycle computers with GPS

An increasingly common solution are bicycle computers equipped with GPS function. This solution works for both short and long bike trips. These models can be equipped with maps, which further increases their functionality. It is a popular option track navigation which allows, among other to return home when we venture into unknown territories.

Bicycle computers with GPS should be equipped with capacious battery to run as long as possible. In addition, it is worth paying attention to whether they can be used while charging. Then, during a bicycle trip, we can support ourselves with a source of energy in the form of a powerbank.

SIGMA ROX 11.1 EVO SENSOR SET Bike computer

Functions in bicycle computers

Bicycle computers can be equipped with a number of practical solutions. We are talking here, among others with features such as:

  • average driving speed,
  • maximum driving speed,
  • current driving speed,
  • distance covered,
  • height,
  • backlight,
  • watch,
  • cadence (number of crank turns),
  • automatic on and off,
  • heart rate monitor (requires the purchase of an additional sensor - chest strap),
  • the ability to send data to the application, e.g. on the phone,
  • waterproof design.

 

Bike computers, thanks to additional functions, are not only devices that count the distance traveled or the average speed. They are of a certain type now computers, that offer users plenty of practical options.

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