Cycling Computers Reviews

Vetta RT88 10 Function Wireless Cycling Computer

Wireless! In addition to all the functions of the RT55, the RT88 features Wireless Transmission, which means easy assembly and no wires to wrap and tuck. And Vetta’s fork mounted transmitter has been engineered to broadcast in a specific pattern and frequency – all but eliminating the chance of any bike-to-bike interference. Current Speed. Average Speed. Maximum Speed. Speed Comparator. Cumulative Odometer. Trip Odometer. 12 / 24 Hour Clock. Ride Timer. Service Timer. Freeze Frame Memory. Dual Display. Wireless Transmission. Auto Start Stop.

User Ratings and Reviews

2 Stars lucky i got a good price on it
I’ve been using this computer for less than a year and one of the buttons is already falling off . The unit’s response time is slower than the old ones I had in the 90’s. I should have bought another Cateye. That one lasted me a good five years on my old GT.

1 Star very disappointed
after 15 miles it has malfunctioned. Even with battery changes, realignment, it fails to record any speed or distance. Poor equipment.

1 Star Sensor did not work
Putting it on my bike was pretty easy but I couldn’t get the sensor to work. No matter how much I spun my wheel or how close I put the sensors together, the computer wouldn’t register anything.

I sent it back and got a wired computer, which works perfectly

4 Stars Simple and easy to use
I run the RT88 on 3 of my bikes, and have done for several years. I like the simplicity and low price. I have had no problems with reliability. Battery life is good. I’ve ridden centuries and large group rides in many locations in northern California and haven’t had any problems with interference. This unit has everything I need, nothing I don’t, it’s cheap, reliable and easy to use.

I use more sophisticated units such as Cateye double and Polar on the indoor trainer when I want lots of data, but for road use, I found the Vetta is ideal.

5 Stars Solid product
This model is easy to use and pretty accurate. I bought this one to replace the same model that I had for six years but I managed to smash it up pretty good on a rock . Even after that it still worked but the screen and mounting bracket were cracked. Not that flashy but for the price you can’t beat it.

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Vetta RT55 10 Function Cycling Computer

The RT55 and RT88 models have been designed for cycling enthusiasts who want a bigger picture of their cycling performance. Both units include all the functions of the RT33 and add readings on Maximum and Average Speed plus a Speed Comparator function. A Ride Timer in both models enables riders to compare ride times and measures performance improvement over the same route. Current Speed. Average Speed. Maximum Speed. Speed Comparator. Cumulative Odometer. Trip Odometer. 12 / 24 Hour Clock. Ride Timer. Service Timer. Freeze Frame Memory. Dual Display. Auto Start Stop.

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Vetta RT77 13 Function Cycling Computer

Vetta’s RT77 Cadence model is a true training partner for cycling enthusiasts and competitors. In addition to all the other RT Series functions – total of 9 in all – the RT77 features Freeze Frame Memory and 3 Cadence readings: Current, Average and Maximum Cadence. The Maximum Cadence function is especially useful to sprinters in determining leg speed and rpms in relationship to building power and endurance. Current Speed. Average Speed. Maximum Speed. Speed Comparator. Cumulative Odometer. Trip Odometer. 12 / 24 Hour Clock. Ride Timer. Service Timer. Cadence. Average Cadence. Maximum Cadence. Freeze Frame Memory. Dual Display. Auto Start Stop.

User Ratings and Reviews

4 Stars Excellent cheap cyclometer w/ cadence
The Vetta RT77 is an excellent, yet cheap cyclometer with cadence. It isn’t overly fancy, but it is sturdy and relatively easy to use. Unless you’re looking for wireless, there’ no reason to spend more.

4 Stars Great for checking cadence
I purchased this product specifically because I wanted an easy (and cheap) way to check my cadence during spin workouts.

This unit was very easy to set up using the included instructions although I did have to do a minimal amount of jury-rigging due to having a spin cycle instead of a bicycle. I appropriated a magnet from an old refrigerator magnet for the speed/distance measurement because the included magnet is not made to attach to a fly wheel. For the cadence measurement I had to create a mount for the sensor so that the magnet attached to the crank would activate it. I also used a tape measure and Google (for the math formulas) to come up with the circumference of the fly wheel to enter into the computer.

All in all it appears to be fairly accurate and I am very pleased with my purchase.

4 Stars Simple and effective, but lots of wires
I purchased the Vetta RT77 as my first cyclometer. This was the most basic recommended model I could find that had cadance. Installation went well and the unit functions very nicely, though the instructions were not clear in places. Everything works and works well. When, not if, I replace this cyclometer with a better one it will be wireless as the mess of wires is a little ugly even after spending some time carefully routing and dressing them. I will walk carefully through the interface of the next cyclomter as this one is at least a little unintuitive. After a couple of weeks of use I’m still having to stop, look at the display, and think for a minute to get to the display I want when I want a change.

That said the Vetta RT77-13 is a great value and worked well for me.

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Vetta RT277 Heavy Duty Cycling Computer

Vettas RT277 Cadence model is a true training partner for cycling enthusiasts and competitors. In addition to all the other RT Series functions, the RT77 features 11 Multi-Freeze Frame Memory, a Heavy Duty Metal Braided Cable with advanced abrasion-resistant and Current, Average and Maximum Cadence.

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars Great bike computer with cadence
It took a good amount of searching before I was able to find the Vetta RT277, which also has cadence and under $30. I didn’t want a wireless bike computer because many have reported the transmission isn’t that good and for me, more batteries to replace. I also like the wired RT2xx series computers because of the thicker, steel braided wiring. The wiring should hold up better against damage if it’s snagged.

The installation on the RT277 is very straight forward and it comes with a spacer to properly align the sensor and magnets. Also included are rubber mounts that are flat and offset depending on where the computer will be attached on the handle bars, along with zip ties and tape for the wiring (they don’t recommend using zip ties on the wires), plus a clear (spare) cover for the computer.

I’m using it on a ‘08 Specialized Stumpjumper FSR. The speed sensor for the wheel spoke magnet is too far spaced from the chainstay on the SJ FSR. I used a sticky rubber feet (similar to the sticky felt circles, normally used items to prevent surface marring) on the chainstay to get the speed sensor closer to the wheel spoke magnet. One thing to check for before zip tieing the cadence and speed sensor is identifying which one is which. The sensors are not labeled. Take one of the magnets and make a few passes over the sensor to identify it. Aside from the manual neglecting to mention which sensor is cadence and speed, this is an excellent computer with the cadence feature.

Feature wise, the computer has the usual: current speed, average and max speed, indicators if you’re above or below your average speed, tripometer, odometer and ride timer. Being a cadence computer, it also has current, average and max cadence. It has service or maintenance reminders either based on ride time or distance (handy for maintaining suspension components). It also has lap functions to track time or training purposes–I haven’t used this feature though, mainly bought it for speed, distance and candence functionality.

1 Star POS
I have had this for several months and still can not get the cadence to work. Don’t waste your money on this POS.

Update – After numerous emails with the mfg’r and the total lack of function of the unit, they finally agreed to replace the unit. Waiting for their response with a non functional unit and about to go on a trip, I bought a Cateye with cadence and it works fine. So much for Vetta. Now let’s see if I can get my money back.

1 Star Someone tell us how to buy a good bike computer please.
The Vetta RT277 is a bike computer that provides cadence, still can’t get it to work right, and distance and speed (all ok here). I use this on a trainer in my basement…that is proabably all I would recommend it for. IF you plant to use it on the road, buy your own plastic zip ties. The ones that come with the computer are about as cheap and poorly put together as the instructions and the device itself. Altogether, it works but I’m relatively disappointed with the quality of engineering and thought into actual installation and use that went into this device.

5 Stars Great cyclecomputer
This computer works great. The wiring for the pickup is even long enough to mount the wheel speed on the rear wheel. I was using a wireless computer and having trouble with interference and false readings…this is leaps and bounds better!

4 Stars Vetta RT277
The installation was more complicated than any other cadence computer I have ever installed. The heavy duty cables are unwieldy, and the separate runs to the chainstay and seatstay add effort. Even the positioning of the magnets seemed finicky. I was doing two bikes, and it took hours before I was satisfied.

BUT, once everything is in place, the operation of the computer is great. Because the top and bottom rows can show any of the data, there’s lots of choice as to what is shown.

The ability to get different colored cases from Vetta is a nice feature.

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Cateye CC TR200DW Double Wireless Cadence Bicycle Computer

Featuring Cateye’s exclusive ID-coded double wireless system, this bicycle computer provides three windows displaying four readouts. 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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