Bontrager Node 1.1 Digital Computer
Get up to, ahem, speed with the next generation of computers. Bontrager's Node 1.1 Digital Computer lets you train smarter with speed and distance on one easy-to-read screen, and can expand to include cadence and heart rate as well. Additio ...(Read More)
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Get up to, ahem, speed with the next generation of computers. Bontrager's Node 1.1 Digital Computer lets you train smarter with speed and distance on one easy-to-read screen, and can expand to include cadence and heart rate as well. Additional features include auto start, 20 minute time-out sensors and a settable interval timer. Node computers can receive data from 3rd party power devices that are ANT+ compatible like SRM cranks and PowerTap hubs, too.
Requires ANT+ sensors (sold separately)
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Bontrager Node 1.1
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UPC | MPN |
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601479125593 | 425305 |
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by PowerReviewsPros
- Easy to read (10)
- Lightweight (6)
- Accurate (4)
- Durable (2)
- Cadencespeed sensors
Cons
- Not durable (4)
- Inaccurate (3)
- Tough to read (3)
- Cheap plastic construct
- Few issues
Best Uses
- Commuting (3)
- Serious training (3)
- On the store shelf
- Return to store
- Road cycling
- Road racing
- Sprint triathlon training
- Traning
- Works with garmin sensor
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Pros
- Accurate
- Easy to Read
- Durable
Cons
- Few Issues
Best Uses
- Serious Training
Comments:
I have enjoyed the computer. Only a couple of issues that require rebooting, but what electronic devices have not? Hello? Life is not prefect and neither are computers. Have bought a couple more as gifts and they love it.
Pros
- Lightweight
Cons
- Inaccurate
- Not Durable
- Tough To Read
Best Uses
- Return To Store
Comments:
I purchased the Node, because it had all I was looking for: heart rate, cadence, speed, time and was able to be interchanged between 2 bikes. I was already wary when it took several attempts by the mechanic to get the cadence sensor to pair up at the initial install. On the first ride, it wouldn't pair up with any of the sensors (heart, cadence, speed). So I rode without it. Back at the shop on the second bike, we couldn't get more than two sensors working at the same time. So, the shop gave me a new Node and all seemed well. Then, on the ride the cadence cut out or showed erroneous values while I was at a standstill. Replaced the sensors, but still same problems. Finally, I removed all of the parts from both bikes and asked for a full refund. Thankfully the shop gave a full refund. I am now back at square one with my computer needs. I still like Bontrager, but will never again put any of their electronics on any of my bikes.
Pros
- Lightweight
- Small
- Easy to Read
Cons
- Not Durable
- Lacks Consistency
- Inaccurate
Best Uses
- Sprint Triathlon Training
- Road Cycling
Comments:
I am now on my 2nd computer. The first worked fine for the first 6 months, then after that it seemed to work whenever it felt like it. One day the heart rate monitor wouldn't pair, then on the next ride it would be the cadence meter. Some days my cadence would be all over the place, with no relevance to how I was biking. Battery changes didn't fix the problem. I stopped by the bike store where I purchased it and they felt it was a faulty computer. They replaced it, but I still feel that it's just not reliable. My son has the same one and he's dealing with the same issue from time to time. If it wasn't linked to my heart rate monitor, I'd replace it. Unfortunaley, the computer was knocked off my bike on the car ride home today, so now I will need to buy another one!
Pros
- Easy to Read
- Lightweight
- Waterproof
- Durable
- Accurate
Cons
Best Uses
- Commuting
- Serious Training
Comments:
Put this product on my road bike. Very pleased with it. It starts up almost instantly when i hop on bike. Cadence, speed and distance are easily pulled up. Always working unlike the old computer I purchased from another company that always gives me problems. I recommend this product.
Pros
- Cadencespeed Sensors
- Easy to Read
- Accurate
Cons
- Tough To Read
Best Uses
- Road Racing
- Commuting
- Serious Training
Comments:
Odometer is very accurate. Cadence works perfectly. Easy to switch through modes and check on how your doing, then return back to where you were. Love the modular sensor for tracking cadence and mph. Never misses a beat.
Pros
- Easy to Read
Cons
- Not Durable
Best Uses
Comments:
I got this so I could monitor cadence. The display is very easy to read, but that's about all I can say that's good about this thing. It's about as accurate as map my ride, which isn't saying a lot. It's very temperamental and often quits one or more functions in the middle of a ride. It's frustrating to stop and align things PERFECTLY in order to get it working.
Pros
- Lightweight
Cons
- Tough To Read
- Poorly Constructed
- Unreliable
Best Uses
Comments:
Wish I had read the prior reviews before buying. Only had it for a few days. After the first ride, one of the set buttons froze and is not workable. On paper, the fact that its wireless seemed like a great idea (particularly in concert with the sensor inset in the Trek fork). In reality, small buttons are difficult to work while riding and the fact that it "broke" on only the second ride is discouraging.
Pros
- Accurate
- Easy to set up
- Easy to Read
Cons
Best Uses
- Traning
Comments:
I use this for cadence mainly, but speed and distance are handy as well. Set up was easy, pairing was easy and connecting happens within a few seconds. Buttons are simple and display is easy to read. Much better than the wired computer I had used before. Has 9 functions, couldn't be simpler.
Pros
- Easy to Read
Cons
- Quirky
- Cheap Plastic Construct
- Picks Up Other Computers
- Not Consistent
- Inaccurate
Best Uses
- On The Store Shelf
Comments:
No help from Bontrager customer service!! They do not answer emails. Computer has issues when pairing next to another node(s)in the bike group. Readings varies from one ride to another as in distance.
Pros
- Easy to Read
- Inexpensive
- Lightweight
- Easy to use
Cons
- Not Durable
Best Uses
- Commuting
Comments:
I use, or try to use it, in my road bike, a madone 5.2 . I regret buying this device. It does not get started at least 20% of the time. The HR detector never worked even though I am using a Garmin ANT+ HR monitor. I agree with the other reviewer that this device should be recalled.
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