Changing from Powertap to Garmin Vector
02-10-12, 09:39 AM
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Changing from Powertap to Garmin Vector
Hey guys,
I'd like to make the move to the vector powermeter platform later this year. My concern is that I would have to leave the saris software which I really like.
Which software are you using? Is it as good as the software that comes with the Powertap?
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I'd like to make the move to the vector powermeter platform later this year. My concern is that I would have to leave the saris software which I really like.
Which software are you using? Is it as good as the software that comes with the Powertap?
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What am I missing by only using Powertap's software ?
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Vector delayed until Summer......I am going to wait for the 2nd generation.
02-15-12, 11:45 AM
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At CES in January Garmin apparently said they were still on target for March.
https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2012/01/c...or-vector.html
BTW, not doubting you, just looking for updated info.
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Shocking. But yeah, GC (the one I use) or WKO+ are great tools. I get additional info from overlaying it with on-the-bike-video with Dashware because it shows the dynamics going on around me and my positioning in the group (e.g. do I hear wind or not). I'd also like to know my gearing, breathing and wind speed/direction at all times (where's that darn Chung on a stick?) but I guess that would be a bit overkill. GL
