I just use a wired Cateye. Older model, but basically similar to this one in terms of function http://www.rei.com/product/838365/cateye-cc-vl520-velo-7-wired-bike-computer
I've found my old Cateye to be very accurate for distance readings. Mine isn't waterproof in an extended downpour, so now I'm in the habit of putting a small plastic bag over it in rain. It would be better if waterproof. I prefer wired instead of wireless, due to battery life. Something that is hard to find on a cheaper computer is illumination. In addition to basic function, illumination for me would be the most useful feature, I only use the computer for longer rides (touring and randonneuring. ,For commuting, I don't find a computer useful. Ian A Edmonton, AB Canada. On Sunday, April 28, 2013 12:13:52 PM UTC-6, john wrote: > > Hi all. Thought I'd ask all of you who use computers for recomendations. > I've been on the fence about using a computer to track mileage for some > time now, but I believe I'd like to try. > > The criteria: > > 1. It has to be very simple to operate and easy to read. > 2. I don't need or want heart rate monitor or anything like altitude or > anything complicated. > 3. I'm just interested in tracking mileage (how far was my ride today? I > seldom know - which is not always a bad thing, but I get curious). > 4. I don't want to spend a lot of money. I'm thinking I can do this for > $30 or so? > > Thanks. > > John > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
