Bike computer recommendation -- CatEye Astrale 8?

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2005-08-03 4:24 PM

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Subject: Bike computer recommendation -- CatEye Astrale 8?

I'm sure this topic was up some time ago, but I couldn't find it.  Need recommendation.

I'm currently using a a CatEye MSC 2Dx HMR/timer/odometer.  It's a watch-liked HRM that receives heart rate signals from the chest strap, and when mounted on the bike bracket, also receives signals from the magnetic sensor mounted on the wheel for distance/speed info.  It does not provide info on cadance.  I found it somewhat hectic to use when I have to remove it from the bracket when I need it for running/swimming. 

I have a tight budget.  Saw at performancebike.com that the CatEye Astrale 8 seems to be a good bike computer.  Anyone has good/bad to say?  Another other suggestion on something similar?  Thanks for your help.

2005-08-03 7:52 PM
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Subject: RE: Bike computer recommendation -- CatEye Astrale 8?
I bought the Astrale bc it seemed to be the BT fave at the time. I love it. Not too har dto work, and the cadence is what has made me go from a shitty cyclist to a less shitty cyclist in a few short months.
2005-08-04 6:40 AM
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Subject: RE: Bike computer recommendation -- CatEye Astrale 8?
cat eye8 is a nice piece of equipment, i love mine and easy to work even when moving down the road
2005-08-04 9:20 AM
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Subject: RE: Bike computer recommendation -- CatEye Astrale 8?
I have 3 Astrale 8's: Road Bike; Tri Bike; Cyclocross Bike.

I love the computer and only wish it had a mutli-wheel setting so I didn't have to buy 3 of them.
2005-08-04 8:09 PM
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Subject: RE: Bike computer recommendation -- CatEye Astrale 8?
That's what I have on mine and I like it. Easy to deal with on the fly to check time, ave. speed, distance. It does not have any heart rate monitoring capability, but I'm so new at this all I'm worried about is time in the saddle.
2005-08-05 5:53 AM
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Subject: RE: Bike computer recommendation -- CatEye Astrale 8?
Put me down as a satisfied Astrale 8 user. Never had a problem with it.

2005-08-05 6:18 AM
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Subject: RE: Bike computer recommendation -- CatEye Astrale 8?

I've got an old astrale 8 (as in 12 years old) and it's been fine for me.  I ve seen the new specialized one that will tell you average and max cadence as well, which would be very usefull for me, but it's twice the price of the astrale.

The astrale has certainly been excellent value for money for me.

2005-08-05 7:13 AM
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Subject: RE: Bike computer recommendation -- CatEye Astrale 8?

Thanks for all the comments/suggestions.  Looks like I'm going to get it. 

2005-08-05 7:43 AM
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Subject: RE: Bike computer recommendation -- CatEye Astrale 8?
MountainBreeze - 2005-08-04 8:20 AM

I have 3 Astrale 8's: Road Bike; Tri Bike; Cyclocross Bike.

I love the computer and only wish it had a mutli-wheel setting so I didn't have to buy 3 of them.


I have 3 too!
2005-08-06 3:45 PM
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Subject: RE: Bike computer recommendation -- CatEye Astrale 8?
Just bought one last week and still have'nt found the time to put it on the bike.
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