"Peter Cole" <
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> I never lost wires on a bike computer riding in the woods, I would use
clear
> sealing tape to keep them flush to the frame, splicing wires is no big
deal
> anyway. Suspension forks require leaving some slack, but in the right
place,
> it isn't a problem.
Keeping as much wire covered with tape does make a big difference, but as you mention, you can't
cover it all on a suspension fork, having to allow for travel, which leaves a fair bit of wire
hanging somewhere. As to splicing, I didn't have that option, since the break occurred right
where the wires went into the unit, jerking the small gauge wire right out of it. There was
nothing left to fit wire into either, as the attachment point was just some glue-like plastic. I
might have been able to tear it all apart and find the right connection points inside, but it
was not worth the trouble.
> Having lost 2 rear derailers ( & dropouts & spokes) to sticks, I'd say that's a much bigger
> problem.
Indeed it is, and one that has bitten me, but the existence of another problem doesn't lessen in
any way the reality of this problem.
> The really annoying thing was breaking computer mounts in crashes,
I did that too, and fortunately begged a new mounting bracket from Specialized.
> the best solution I had was buying cheap, which definitely ruled out wireless.
Actually, my Nashbar wireless was quite reasonable, maybe $25 (years ago), and the Specialized
unit was a previous year model on sale for $30. While you can find cheaper for wired units,
these were excellent prices.
> I finally asked the (obvious) question: what do I need a computer on a mountain bike for anyway?
> Life then got simpler.
I'll buy that for you, though I'm afraid my own tendency to keep records won't allow me the same
course. I also like to be able to utilize distances to certain intersections or landmarks in
unfamiliar territory to help me keep from getting lost! Ah well. Wired or wireless or none of
the above, let's enjoy the ride one way or another...
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Off to ride the mountains, Dale Heath To reply, poke out my eye.