Simple Cyclocomputer with barometric Altimeter
 

Hello all,

I have an old Cateye AT-100 cyclocomputer with altimeter that I just love. I appreciate 1 battery change per season, and no drain on my phone. In addition, I prefer to have a compuer on my handlebar that doesn't have too much information that could distract me from paying attention to the road.

So, I'm buying a 2nd bike and need a new cyclocomputer. Any recommendations? I do need barometric altimeter, which is my favorite function.

Thanks.

maybe a Sigma?
 

How about the least expensive you can find with a barometric sensor and then ignore all the stuff you might think makes it not "simple"? Or does it have to have few features?

Given how expensive that is, it's too bad it doesn't use standard ANT+ or BT sensors.

I have a (old) Node 2 that is a simple computer that uses ANT+ sensors and provides elevation.

unfortunately there are few available besides the Sigma bc2209 sts/ maybe low demand? under $60. Sigma was ideal,maybe still can be found on fleabay, good luck.https://www.amazon.com/Sigma-Sport-F...ct_top?ie=UTF8
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I think that, at the price, GPS with more tracking becomes more attractive.

I use a GPS fairly regularly but it's nice to have something one doesn't need to charge frequently.

I bought the Node2 years ago for about $150 (on sale) including a HR monitor and a Speed/Cadence sensor (Both ANT+ based, so they worked with Garmins).

XOSS G+. I've had a couple of them for a year now. No real problems. Good basic no-frills GPS computer. No navigation aids. Compatible with most ANT+ and Bluetooth sensors. The manufacturer usually responds to customer reports of tech issues with updates.

However I'd recommend buying from their Amazon store, rather than directly from XOSS or other outlets to minimize problems with delivery, etc.

some nice ideas
 

Thanks for the good info.

The Sigma 2209 looks great, but a bit expensive @ $149. Maybe because it is low on stock?

I looked at the Sigma site, and there are 2 current models.That Xoss brand looks interesting. Only $40 for the basic. It looks like the models require GPS for distance and have a 25 hour battery life. Unless I'm missing their non-GPS version.?

The Xoss is a GPS unit. I think it can handle sensors. A 25 hour life would be terrible for a non-GPS unit.

A little known fact: most iphones have barometers in them. ridewithgps uses it, and I'm sure other apps do, too.

buying Sigma 14.16
 

Thanks for helping out.

I decided to buy the Sigma 14.16 STS CAD. Price isn't bad at ~$80.

Seems nearly perfect. It has built in altimeter, and doesn't require any interaction with a smart phone, and has > 1 year battery life.

I do wish the cadence and speed sensors were integrated like Cateye and Wahoo, but c'est la vie.

Hey all,

I noticed the mounting instructions for the Sigma Cyclocomputers advise using adhesive.

1. Is it really necessary to use the adhesive in addition to the O-ring?
2. With adhesive, is it hard to move/remove the mount? Does that harm the paint? (I just purchased new bike)

Thanks.

The adhesive is hard to remove, in my experience. The o-rings weren't a problem for me. My Sigma computer popped out of carrier (can't think of the right term just now) while I wasn't looking. That was in 2017 or 2018, and it's still on my handlebars.