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Hot Tip of the Month- August 2006: "Cycling Computers and Indoor Bikes"

Lots of folks want to know how far they‘ve gone, how fast they pedal, RPM’s , and other information associated with their ride. If you were on a bicycle, it would be easy; hook up any computer from your local bike shop and your good to go. Different story on an indoor bike. The Revmaster by Lemond Fitness has an optional available onboard computer which does all the aforementioned items; and more. Any other mainstream bike; well you need to get creative, plus an engineering degree might be useful. A wireless system would be helpful as less is more. You’ve got to affix the magnet to the flywheel, then fastening the sensor in a manor that will allow it to read the magnet is the next logical step. Programming the computer for the wheel circumference, I would guess picking the 20” wheel circumference would get you close to accurate. Cadence is a whole new worm can, because now your going to have wires involved, and you do NOT want loose wires hanging off your bike ANYWHERE near a revolving crank or flywheel for that matter. Patience and Safety are your primary concerns. Happy Trails!!