Recomendation for cycle computers that can link to Strava

[dontdobends]

As above

I am looking for a cycle computer to link to strava wifi if poss, best price and where to get one from and I dont need nav on it

[nammynake]

anonymous said:

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I believe the new Garmin (e.g. 805) may have wireless capability but the 200 certainly doesn't. It is however very easy to download tracks (an upload) via a PC and USB connection. That's what I have.

[Gizmoish]

nammynake said:

anonymous said:

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I believe the new Garmin (e.g. 805) may have wireless capability but the 200 certainly doesn't. It is however very easy to download tracks (an upload) via a PC and USB connection. That's what I have.

Same here.

[Accelebrate]

Edge 200 if you don't care about 'proper' altitude calculations or addition sensors (heartrate, cadence etc.)
Edge 500 if you do.
Edge 510 if you want wireless uploading (through a smartphone), live tracking and quicker GPS locks.


This automates the Garmin website to Strava process if you go with the 510:

http://www.garminsync.com

Edited by Accelebrate on Friday 19th April 22:46

[MadDad]

I have an Edge 500 and would recommend it, unless you really NEED wi-fi. The H/R, speed and cadence monitors are very useful for training, it has other features (I have to admit I don't use them) but things like virtual training partner, the ability to load a track you have ridden in the past to compare yourself 'live' on your route. As for uploading stuff to Strava it takes seconds via a bit of wire!

If you are not interested in cadence, H/R, altitude etc, and you have a smartphone you could save yourself a packet and just download the app.

[jrinns]

Ipphone, wahoo blue sc for m, got the topeak ridemount. Cheaper than a garmin as i had the phone already

[okgo]

The 500 is the best all rounder IMO. I have a 500 and an 800. I never use the 800...

[Grandfondo]

I have 500 and it's good but new Garmin 510 is the way to go!

[okgo]

Why's that?

The tracking thing is a huge gimmick, other than that I don't really see what is that much better about it?

[anonymous-user]

jrinns said:

Ipphone, wahoo blue sc for m, got the topeak ridemount. Cheaper than a garmin as i had the phone already

Battery life is pretty dismal though with the GPS on. I suppose you could use some kind of battery pack/extender?

[Grandfondo]

okgo said:

Why's that?

The tracking thing is a huge gimmick, other than that I don't really see what is that much better about it?

It's touchscreen a bit bigger and I think downloading is cable free!

[HurryUpAndWait]

I now have a Garmin Edge 500 having gone done the iPhone / Wahoo route. If all you want to do is track your route, with no in-ride information, then it's difficult to argue against an iPhone (other smartphones are available). But, once you get into it, you'll want to have a live readout of speed, HR, cadence, distance etc etc. This is where the Garmin comes into its own. Long battery life, as weather-proof as it's likely to get, and doesn't mind being dropped.

[Accelebrate]

Grandfondo said:

It's touchscreen a bit bigger and I think downloading is cable free!

It also uses GLONASS as well as traditional GPS, which translates to quicker satellite locks and better accuracy.

Cost wise it's about £100 more for the bundle pack than the 500, so it depends how much the above is worth to you.

[Gizmoish]

HurryUpAndWait said:

I now have a Garmin Edge 500 having gone done the iPhone / Wahoo route. If all you want to do is track your route, with no in-ride information, then it's difficult to argue against an iPhone (other smartphones are available). But, once you get into it, you'll want to have a live readout of speed, HR, cadence, distance etc etc. This is where the Garmin comes into its own. Long battery life, as weather-proof as it's likely to get, and doesn't mind being dropped.

I upgraded to the 200 from an iPhone simply because it murdered the battery in my 4S. Four hours tops - and that with the screen off and in a pocket.

[jrinns]

el stovey said:

Battery life is pretty dismal though with the GPS on. I suppose you could use some kind of battery pack/extender?

Im only doing 2-3 hr rides so ok at moment, may need to upgrade at some point

[anonymous-user]

jrinns said:

Im only doing 2-3 hr rides so ok at moment, may need to upgrade at some point

tbh I didn't get much more than 2 hours on my iPhones 3 and 4 with the GPS tracking.

[Gizmoish]

Also: this trace was tracked from my iPhone earlier. http://app.strava.com/activities/50119358

Either I can ride through walls or it's shamefully inaccurate.

[Matt_N]

The new Cateye Stealth 50 looks good for around £100:

http://www.cateye.com/uk/products/detail/CC-GL50/

Ant+ so you can use it with 3rd party power, HR and cadence sensors and you can also upload to Strava etc.

[Raven Flyer]

People who want GPS info and Strava access on bikes fall into two categories...

1) Those that use a smartphone/cheap gps/battery extenders/solar panels/ANT+ phone adaptors, etc and then buy a Garmin 500/800
2) Those that go and buy a Garmin 500/800

[HurryUpAndWait]

Raven Flyer said:

People who want GPS info and Strava access on bikes fall into two categories...

1) Those that use a smartphone/cheap gps/battery extenders/solar panels/ANT+ phone adaptors, etc and then buy a Garmin 500/800
2) Those that go and buy a Garmin 500/800

Very true.