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How to attatch an onboard computer

As I mentioned in the last cycling for weight loss post, Gus is having problems with his on board computer, so he'€™s invested in a new Cateye Micro Wireless. A mid range on board computer that has all the features and functions Gus needs to keep tabs on his programme, whilst thanks to its wireless connections its not as susceptible to the omnipresent Welsh rain as his old wired one.
When he told us he was fitting a new computer we insisted on getting some pictures of him showing how simple it is, but the humble bike pro insisted on always staying out of shot whilst he worked. Spoilsport.

Anyhow here's our pictorial account of how to fit an onboard computer.

Preshot

This is the bike prior to the computer getting fitted; its a full susser MTB, but the micro computer can be fitted to just about any kind of bike. This isn't the bike Gus uses, he didn't want his 'battered wreck' to sully the good name of Tredz so we got this straight from the shop floor (you can see his well ridden real bike in the background in the last shot).

Attatchingthecomputercase_3

Attaching the computer case to the stem using plastic ties.

Wheelreceiverattatched

Gus then attached the receiver to the fork.

Attatchingthesensor_2

The sensor is placed on a spoke, in a position that makes sure that it will pass the receiever within 5mm on every rotation.

Recevierandsensorclose

Here you can see the sensor passing within the range of the receiver.

Adjustingthesettings_2

The back of the computer where the settings can be adjusted.

Adjustingthesettings2

Gus went by the book to fit the computer. He claims that if he hadn't used the manual he would've done it in half the time, it still only took ten minutes though.

Attatchedcomputer

Once the time and date had been set the computer slots easily into place on the stem. You can simply unclip the computer from the case and clip it onto any other bike to keep up to date on your riding.

Voila

Finished and ready to go.

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