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Heart rate bike computer
11/04/13 at 1:56am
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Here's the deal. Been using vetta for years and been very happy with their computers. I guess they're  out of business now and my computer just took a crap. I'm tired of looking around and comparing. All I need is basic bike computer functions but I need avg heart rate,time in zone and max rate per ride. I'm old and want to know if my hearts gonna blow-up!  Wink Any recommendations?
  
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Reply #1 - 11/04/13 at 2:10am
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Garmin 500
  
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Reply #2 - 11/04/13 at 12:54pm
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use this:
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SportTracks works with most all GPS/HRM/etc.
  
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Reply #3 - 11/04/13 at 11:45pm
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santana wrote on 11/04/13 at 2:10am:
Garmin 500


This.  Could not be happier with mine.
  
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Re: Heart rate bike computer
Reply #4 - 11/05/13 at 2:34am
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Well, thanks for the input. Garmin is def a great computer but I think at this point in time alittle more than I need, and a little outta my price point. Prolly jus ride until my chest hurts then back off a bit. Really was looking for a comparable set-up that I had. Polar says you can't change your own batteries and cat eye only keeps track of current HR. maybe just save my money. There's something un-nerving about clicking a $2-300 computer on my bike-then crashing. Maybe I'll consider it for the road bike. Thanks anyway.
  
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Reply #5 - 11/05/13 at 12:48pm
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Pick up a used one....
I got my 305 on amazon for $160 new.

The cool thing about the forerunners is that they can be worn like a watch or mounted on the bike.

I always wear it on my wrist.

Plus, when I run in 5k/etc, I bought the foot pod so I can track my running cadence/real time pace.

It's really a GPS for Tri athletes and I use it for 2/3.

Awesome unit, and there are videos online to change out the non-replaceable battery.


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