Cyclists, can you recommend me a cycle computer please?

[MrsPennyapple]

Hello, it's DP's birthday coming up, and I would like to get him a cycle computer. Ideally I'd like something that includes the basics like how far & how fast, but also information about fitness, such as how much energy he is using / calories burned off, something like that. Does such a thing exist? Are they any good? Can you recommend one please?

Alternatively if you've bought one and were disappointed, and you think they are a waste of money, do tell me! (And suggest an alternative gift for the hardest man in the universe to buy for.)

Thank you!

[FredFredGeorge]

A garmin 500 or similar is about the sensible thing for that.

[MrsPennyapple]

Thanks FredFredGeorge

[bluebean]

My DH bought a cycling computer thingie that he now never uses. He uses the free Strava app on his phone instead, which he thinks is much better:www.strava.com

[FredFredGeorge]

bluebean Strava is very good - but the Garmin's let you use Strava too, much better and without draining the battery on the phone - useful if you need to call your wife to come rescue you when you get tired!

[MrsPennyapple]

DP doesn't have a smart phone, and is not likely to get one any time soon, so apps not much use to him :) I'll check out the Garmin's thing. Thank you!