Hi Gang
I've been enjoying the discussions about power for quite some time now, and while I think it won't be much more than an expensive toy for me, I am starting to seriously think about getting a Powertap. I have a few questions if you don't mind sharing your time and experience.
Here goes.
Wired or wireless, and why?
What wheel would you suggest I mount it in? (I weigh 160 lbs and currently ride on a 20 spoke Kysrium Elite with an Ultegra 10 speed cassette).
I also have an 8 speed bike that I use on my trainer in the winter - is it possible to interchange the cassettes so I can use the powertap wheel on both bikes?
Used or new? Any specific years / models to avoid?
I have read various posts saying that the batteries don't last all that long. Is that true, and are the batteries easy to change out?
I've heard about problems in wet conditions - have these been fixed in later models?
What sort of lifetime does one get out of these things?
That's all I can think of. If you have any other advice, please post it.
Thanks in advance for your responses.
I've been enjoying the discussions about power for quite some time now, and while I think it won't be much more than an expensive toy for me, I am starting to seriously think about getting a Powertap. I have a few questions if you don't mind sharing your time and experience.
Here goes.
Wired or wireless, and why?
What wheel would you suggest I mount it in? (I weigh 160 lbs and currently ride on a 20 spoke Kysrium Elite with an Ultegra 10 speed cassette).
I also have an 8 speed bike that I use on my trainer in the winter - is it possible to interchange the cassettes so I can use the powertap wheel on both bikes?
Used or new? Any specific years / models to avoid?
I have read various posts saying that the batteries don't last all that long. Is that true, and are the batteries easy to change out?
I've heard about problems in wet conditions - have these been fixed in later models?
What sort of lifetime does one get out of these things?
That's all I can think of. If you have any other advice, please post it.
Thanks in advance for your responses.