Which Cyclecomputer/ heartrate monitor?

[kallefs]

I want to get a HRM/computer and is looking for something which will also show cadence. Have been looking at the Sigma ROX 8.0 or 9.0 http://www.sigmasport.de/en/produkte/bi ... t=features but it really is a bit expensive. Is there any other computer out there that will do the job?

[fredrikw]

As far as I know Sigma is among the best value for money when it comes to HRM's. Polar make good ones as well, but they are generally a bit more expensive. Have a look at used ones, I think I've seen a couple at happys K&S that should give you a quite advanced HRM for a good price.

[JohnBarleycorn]

I have used Polar for years, and never had any trouble. So I would recommend them every time.

Used a Sigma once, but it went funny during a torrential rain storm. I went over to Polar after that.

[raven]

I've used a Nike HRM, but it crapped out on me last month =/ I would not recommend it.

[Dave Noisy]

I've used Sigma computers and HRM's for several years, they're pretty good value for the $$, as Fredrik says.

I'd recommend getting separate units tho, more useful to have your HRM elsewhere, and with bike computers you have limited display space...so you'll have more opportunity to get more data at once.

If you're planning to do timed intervals at all, this is a real bonus... I'm looking for a simple watch that does intervals (with a big button) just for this purpose...

[hagard]

I have a sigma, and I think I will have to get some gel or something to make it work properly, because as it is now it tends to say "no signal" quite often. But it was very cheap on the other hand

[kallefs]

Had not really thought about a second hand. Have sent a couple of mails, just hoping someone replies.

I wanted a computer with everything in it mainly because its more easy with just one thing and, more importantly, its looks cleaner But if I find a decent HRM I might just go with it. SInce it will be my first I have no preferences either way.

Now its time to search for a trainer.

[Dave Noisy]

I have a sigma, and I think I will have to get some gel or something to make it work properly, because as it is now it tends to say "no signal" quite often. But it was very cheap on the other hand :)

Replace the battery in the chest strap, it's likely to be nearly dead...

[hagard]

Replace the battery in the chest strap, it's likely to be nearly dead...

Could be worth trying, but it's been more or less the same ever since I got it. I have to be really sweaty for it to work.

[fredrikw]

It's different for different people, but often it needs some sort of conductant between the strap and your chest. Some people need to use some sort of gel you can buy at Apoteket, some wet it with water, I usually wet it with saliva before putting it on. I'd never get a signal from the strap if I just out it on dry.

[vegcrow]

Replace the battery in the chest strap, it's likely to be nearly dead...

Could be worth trying, but it's been more or less the same ever since I got it. I have to be really sweaty for it to work.

I used to lick the contacts whilst putting mine on. That worked to get a signal.

[Dave Noisy]

Replace the battery in the chest strap, it's likely to be nearly dead...

Could be worth trying, but it's been more or less the same ever since I got it. I have to be really sweaty for it to work.

I used to lick the contacts whilst putting mine on. That worked to get a signal.

Sorry, i assume everyone does this -- do you moisten the sensor before putting it on? I find once it's wet, it doesn't dry..

[hagard]

Yeah, I use water, but it tends to dry out I guess. Maybe I will just have to ride harder

[fredrikw]

Water is really not optimal for this, I guess it has something to do with the electrolyte contents or something like that, which makes it conductive. Electrode gel or saliva is much better in this respect. But not at the same time

[JohnBarleycorn]

I have always used saliva, and never had a problem !