Computer For Cycling

I am returning to the sport of cycling after 20 years so I know the importance of keeping an eye on what your body is doing during a ride - if you want to do more than take in the view. I found the V3 to be easy to install with minimal tools (just a cutter, but scissors probably would've sufficed). It did take me over 30 minutes and some trial and error. The fact that it's wireless is fantastic and it measures anything and everything you need except power output (need several thousand $ for that). It saves to files all the information I might need for several rides, including lap times. However it can't transfer to a computer - you have to do that manually. At this price, I in no way consider that a problem. If you're serious, you're probably keeping a log so you can spend an extra 2 minutes typing in your workout data.


Nitpicking: the buttons are not very easy to operate while in motion, but you should be keeping your eyes on the road anyway. Lap button is easy to click with minimal practice, and is probably the only one you need while pedaling since almost all main measurements are on the screen all the time (speed, cadence, bpm, pace arrow, heart rate zone info etc). A full 5 stars from me but I intend to come back and update this accordingly if it doesn't prove durable - although from what others are saying, it does great on that front too. A note to non-techies: once you set it up (you do need the manual for that) it'll start measuring on its own every time you ride. But you need to read the manual if you intend to cycle through all the data it saves. I find that it's easy to learn, but takes a bit of practice.