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Stationary 101
When on a Stationary Trainer, what is the easiest way to lower my heart rate to get into my Zone, Go High gear and low cadence , or Low gear and High Cadence? or any suggestions please

GPS watch for running
I'm looking at one of these for running and riding.
http://www.wiggle.co.uk/garmin-forerunner-110-gp...
A: Anyone got any experiences with them?
B: Anyone used a similar product but different brand?
Any feedback very much welcomed
Cheers
Matt
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Is this currently the brightest bike light - 2600 Lumens!
Does anyone know if there is a claim for a brighter light than this on the market today? (Darkness Dominator - http://www.troutie.com/Products/Detail/Darkness-... )
I own a Trout Light 7 UP light (now discontinued) - 1,700 Lumens and that is bright but 2,600 Lumens. That's very bright! Is there a limit to how much light one needs when riding...mmmmm? What is the ideal trade-off between light output, battery endurance and weight/size? Any thoughts? Comment? Opinions?
Specification for this beast:
Leds Cree XML U2
Output boost 2600 lumens measured
Output High 1000 lumens

Lights - Suggestions
What's a good light kit suitable for riding in the bush at night for around $300 - are there any? Just can't justify the $500 or so for a new set of ayup's but really want to do some night riding - damn Perth & their no daylight savings rubbish.
Any help will be appreciated - see my note in the wanted classifieds if you've got any
Cheers,
Phil
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GPS Bike Computer Advice
I'm going to ask Santa for a GPS bike computer, and am interested in opinions on the best make / model to get. I don't need maps, just stats and HR. I know Garmins are popular, and I've read good things about Bryton. Anyone have any advice for me? I mean for Santa?
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Garmin Edge GPS suggestions??
Hi everyone!
I'm on the market for a new GPS and I think the best option (with a budget less than $350) is the Garmin Edge 500 or 705. Any comments, advise, stories (good or bads), etc..
thanks

garmin 800
just got my garmin800 seems a bit basic just shows some roads as lines are they all like this when brand new....do i need to download a program my garmin nuvi for the truck has all the roads on thought the 800 would be the same...sooo disapointed

bike lights
Going in the dust to dawn ride at Jarradahal, for the first time. Was just wondering what lights are recommended for this event.
Thanks
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Turn anything into a speaker? How about your helmet?
Now I'm not one for having earphones in when riding - I like to have all my senses available when riding, but... I saw this and thought it might make a nice alternative to add some background music to your ride by sticking it to your helmet. Could be something in it?

Contour GPS Camera Review
Here's a review I wrote for Bicycles Network Australia on teh helmet cam I've been playing with, for those who may be interested: