 |   Publisher : Cateye Company : Cateye List Price: Our Price: $169.99 You Save: $30.01 (16%) |
Features
- Features ID-coded double wireless system, with 3 windows displaying 4 readouts
- Functions include: heart rate, current cadence, average cadence, maximum cadence, total pedal revolution
- Also: resettable total distance, resettable distance unit, lap number, lap timer, lap distance, lap average cadence
- Also: lap average speed, current speed, average speed, second average speed maximum speed, split timer
- Also: elapsed time, second elapsed time, total time, clock time, trip distance, total distance, second trip distance
Product Description
Redefining elegance and power. The latest 2.4GHz digital data transmission virtually eliminates interference and cross-talk, while the large screen simultaneously displays speed, cadence, heart rate and time information.Amazon.com Product Description
Featuring Cateye's exclusive ID-coded double wireless system, this bicycle computer provides three windows displaying four readouts. In addition to displaying the rider's heart rate, functions offered are the following: current cadence; average cadence; maximum cadence; total pedal revolution; resettable total distance; resettable distance unit; lap number; lap timer; lap distance; lap average cadence; lap average speed; current speed; average speed; second average speed; maximum speed; split timer; elapsed time; second elapsed time; total time; clock time; trip distance; total distance; second trip distance. The single user-friendly transmitter mounts on the left chainstay. Like all Cateye bicycle computers, this one is ultrasonically welded and water-resistant. About Cateye
Founded in 1946 in Osaka, Japan, CatEye is the leading manufacturer of cycle computers, lights, and reflectors to cyclists in the world. In 1964, CatEye was the first in the industry to create a flashing lamp for bicycles, followed by their first battery headlamp in 1982, and the very first bicycle head lamp using white LEDs in 2001. The company's Opticube lens and reflectors make the brightest and most efficient LED headlights. while their LD500 remains the only rear safety light that can meet the rigorous CPSC standards for reflectivity.
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Customer reviews
So far... Perfect! 
by .. P. Orosco (Santa Monica, CA USA)
I have been cursing at my Vetta V100HR for about a year, and finally bought the V3. All is can say is THANK YOU CATEYE!
I had this computer set up in 20 minutes, and once I learned the different screens it was easy to maneuver. Watching my cadence, speed, heart rate, and time all on the same screen is sweet. I was amazed that the computer worked without too much tinkering. The battery of the Vetta V100 lasted a week, so I no longer need to head to the drugstore during rides for more batteries. Great computer.
Cateye V3 is a great option by .. T. Bogan (Boston, MA)
I have been using the V3 for about two months. It was easy to setup (about 20 minutes) and has worked well. I do love having distance or time along with speed, heart rate and cadence all in one display. Other reviewers are correct that the display is tough to read. I find that I can make out the speed and HR without any trouble. Time and distance are a little difficult to read - but generally OK if the light is good. Cadence is just a guess - but I find is useful to have average cadence at the end of a ride.
Other reviews have noted that sometimes the speed does not synch initially. I did experience this as well - but it was relatively minor and worked pretty quickly. I did need to replace the speed sensor - Cateye service was excellent and sent a replacement unit quickly and without hassle.
Some reviews noted difficulty in setup and missing steps. The only thing I noted was that the bracket to attach the sensor to the chain stay was not included in the directions. However, this was pretty intuitive and did not cause me any difficulties. Computer setup was a little tricky but fine once you get a sense of the menu flow.
Amazon pricing was the best I found - and had all the usual Amazon reliability. Finally if you are confused about the product description - this is the V3.
Overall, a very good option for data intensive folks - more cost effective than the Garmin 705 - if you don't need the GPS. Highly recommend the V3 - hope this helps others.
Excellent cycling computer. by .. C. Matsis ()
I am returning to the sport of cycling after 20 years so I know the importance of keeping an eye on what your body is doing during a ride - if you want to do more than take in the view. I found the V3 to be easy to install with minimal tools (just a cutter, but scissors probably would've sufficed). It did take me over 30 minutes and some trial and error. The fact that it's wireless is fantastic and it measures anything and everything you need except power output (need several thousand $ for that). It saves to files all the information I might need for several rides, including lap times. However it can't transfer to a computer - you have to do that manually. At this price, I in no way consider that a problem. If you're serious, you're probably keeping a log so you can spend an extra 2 minutes typing in your workout data. Nitpicking: the buttons are not very easy to operate while in motion, but you should be keeping your eyes on the road anyway. Lap button is easy to click with minimal practice, and is probably the only one you need while pedaling since almost all main measurements are on the screen all the time (speed, cadence, bpm, pace arrow, heart rate zone info etc). A full 5 stars from me but I intend to come back and update this accordingly if it doesn't prove durable - although from what others are saying, it does great on that front too. A note to non-techies: once you set it up (you do need the manual for that) it'll start measuring on its own every time you ride. But you need to read the manual if you intend to cycle through all the data it saves. I find that it's easy to learn, but takes a bit of practice.
As Advertised by .. Mike Mccasland ()
This is my first computer adn everything that i read out it is true. The display is easy to read and change and having a heart reate monitor has helped. Never had one before and now i can see as well as feel how my workout is going. Instalation was pretty simple, even for someone who hadn't installed one before. Don't know if i didn't understand or just didn't know, but i installed the sendor on the top of the frame and it was lost during a ride. Called Cateye and they shipped one out to me in 3 days. Great customer servie.
Great Product by .. Matthew Wachowski (Seattle, WA USA)
I've been using this product for a couple of months now and it has been great. I would recommend it to anyone serious about bicycle fitness.
Installation on my bike took around 15 minutes and only required scissors to cut a few tab ends. All functions worked immediately and have been consistently reliable.
This is a great device for moving your gym cardio workout to your bike. It stores stats on your last 14 rides and give you immediate feedback on the road regarding how hard you are really working. I like to keep a running spreadsheet of each ride to track my cadence, speed and heart rate improvements over time. The cadence meter helps to develop pedalling discipline and can be used as a part of cycle training (i.e. varying average cadence to keep the body challenged).
I noticed that the heart rate monitor works best if I dampen it a bit before putting it on. If I don't, then it can take a few minutes to start working.
In summary, this product is a great value and works as advertised. I'm expecting it to be the only bike computer I'll need for many years to come.