 |   Publisher : Planet Bike Company : Planet Bike List Price: Our Price: $32.99 You Save: $17 (35%) |
Features
- 9-function bike computer for tracking speed, distance, and more
- Measures current speed, ride time, average speed, and trip distance
- Includes dual odometer (for 2 wheel sizes), clock, and thermometer
- 4-line LCD display shows up to 5 pieces of data at a time
- Fits 25 to 31.8 mm handlebars; limited lifetime warranty
Product Description
Planet Bike Protege 9.0 9-function computer. Features: Four-line, easy-to-read macromonitor LCD display provides up to five pieces of data at a glanceMode changing is easy: push the computer forward in the spring loaded bracket- the computer is the buttonAuto start/stop and LCD shut offHeavy-duty, oversized wire harness and ultrasonically welded case ensure a durable, weatherproof unitFits handlebars 25.4-26.0mmAmazon.com Product Description
Ideal for training, touring, or keeping track of your car-free miles, the Planet Bike Protege 9.0 wireless bike computer gives you all the information you need while cycling. The Protege 9.0 tracks such details as current speed, comparative speed, ride time, trip distance, average speed, and maximum speed, while also offering a dual odometer (for two wheel sizes), a clock, and a thermometer. Riders can easily switch follow all the data points thanks to the four-line MacroMonitor LCD display, which shows up to five pieces of data at a glance. Finally, the computer is remarkably lightweight at 0.12 pounds, so it won't slow you down on the track or the trail. Other details include a magnet that fits up to 4 mm bladed spokes, an 82 cm wire mounting kit for the front wheel, and a 1.57-by-1.85-inch case. The nine-function bike computer, which fits 25 to 31.8 mm handlebars, is backed by a limited lifetime warranty. About Planet Bike
In November of 1996, Planet Bike was founded in Madison, Wisconsin. In many ways, Planet Bike began as a social experiment that dedicated itself to doing business in a different way. Instead of being just another company that develops and sells products with profit as its end goal, Planet Bike wanted to help bring about positive change for people, their communities, and the environment.
Despite being a simple machine, the people at Planet Bike have always believed that the bicycle has great potential to help improve the world and the lives of the people in it. From the start, they have embraced an alternative corporate purpose which seeks to help get more people on bicycles by making communities friendlier places for the self-propelled. By donating 25% of company profits to causes that promote and facilitate bicycle usage, Planet Bike hopes to make an impact.
Social experiments aside, Planet Bike was born from the heart of a cyclist with a goal of making innovative, high quality, and practical bicycle accessories. Simply put, they strive to design and develop the best bicycle products in the world. In the company's short ten year history, they have made important product innovations within the bicycle industry. Advancements include the 4-line computer which is now a standard in the industry and the world's first self-contained HID light. Not bad for a company that ten years ago started as a one man operation. Today, while still a small company, Planet Bike continues to evolve and improve their product line with the goal of always striving to build accessories that make it easier for people to ride their bikes. Since 1996, Planet Bike's financial support of the grassroots bicycle movement has totaled $500,000. By 2010, they have made a goal to donate $1 million to organizations that are dedicated to making America a friendlier place for cyclists.
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Customer reviews
Great Bike Computer 
by .. W. T. Walker (Evergreen, CO USA)
This is a great bike computer. I have not seen a better one for the money. It is easy to install and program. I love not having to deal with wires. The display is easy to read and shows lots of data on a single screen (display shows current speed, trip time, trip distance, and a selectable 4th line (temperature and time OR avg speed and max speed OR odometer)). The operation of the display is simple as well (you cycle through the 3 options for the 4th data line by pushing a single button). Things I can't comment on because I've only used it for 2 weeks: battery life, durability (but so far so good).
Excellent Cyclocomputer by .. Seth Green (Newton, MA United States)
I've been using the Protege 9.0 Wireless for most of this season. The wireless link has worked flawlessly even with the transmitter mounted low on the fork. Since most of the information is on the 4 line display and there's only one button the product is very easy to use. You can calibrate the wheel size(s) to the exact diameter of your tire(s) for accurate speed and distance readings. This unit has a handlebar mount, not a stem mount. People have noted the temperature can be off. I do believe that in direct sunlight the black case heats up a bit and reads higher than the actual air temperature.
good purchase by .. V. Nuñez (panama)
Actually I installed it in about 10 minutes, just a screw driver, and thats it. It has good instruction book. The wireless system work great, you have all the information in one look down, distance and speed are my favorite. Its great to have a schedule of training with this. Its worth the price, and much better than cateyes that have 2 or 3 lines of information. maybe a function to turn it off will be better (it stay with the clock on) the battery its supposed to last for 6 months, but still a great product to buy.
greetings from panama
Great by .. Steven ()
I have used this maybe 4 times and 50 miles. It has accurate speed and distance readings. I haven't had any problems with the temperature in direct sunlight like other reviewers. You have to turn it on yourself when you start, but it will automatically come back on after a 15 minute break.
Update as of June 9, 2010: It is still working perfectly after 3 years. It now has over 500 miles on it and I have never changed the battery on the actual unit or the wireless sensor on my wheel. Recommended to both casual and serious bike riders.
Best I've had by .. R. Coombs (USA)
Over the years I've had 4 or 5 different bike computers. This one is clearly my favorite. Why? I like having all data visable without having to push any buttons, and the addition of temperature as well is great. At the beginning of a ride I reset the trip data and don't touch a button thereafter. The temp seems accurate while riding. Unit feels well built and rugged.