Polar s720i display

sdorrity said:

Basically I want to be able to see: Speed, Cadence, and Heart rate at the same time on a single screen is this possible?

Yes, that's possible with cadence on the top row, speed in the middle and HR in the bottom.

Quoted post said:

There appear to be 3 or 4 different readings visible at the same time is it possible to program what each of these displays?

Yes, to some extent. There are a few restrictions, e.g. you can't put cadence in the middle, and HR must always be at the bottom.

Quoted post said:

Also what happens when you leave the bike for a while does it reset everything or can you continue with your exercise when you've had your pee break/carb loading?

You can leave the bike for up to half an hour (for the 710i/720/725) or 5 minutes (original 710) without any sensor inputs before it'll reset back to normal watch mode.

Thanks rek thats exactly the info I needed Now to find the cheapest source.

Regards

Steve D

sdorrity said:

Thanks rek thats exactly the info I needed Now to find the cheapest source.

Regards

Steve D

Ebay would be my choice!

sdorrity said:

Thanks rek thats exactly the info I needed Now to find the cheapest source.

Regards

Steve D

There is a good deal at www.xpedia.co.uk at the moment 🙂

rek said:

You can leave the bike for up to half an hour (for the 710i/720/725) or 5 minutes (original 710) without any sensor inputs before it'll reset back to normal watch mode.

Which BTW is not a big deal since the s720 can store multiple exercise files (versus a single one in the lesser models, which would wipe out what one just did).

So if the break is > 30 minutes, it's ok to just stop it.

If you are buying new, these guys have very good pricing and fantastic service (I had to exchange a defective unit): www.heartratemonitorsusa.com

daviddobedoe said:

There is a good deal at www.xpedia.co.uk at the moment 🙂

Thanks for that.

I just ordered the HRM and cadence sensor from simplysports.co.uk for 4 ukp less than expedia and they've refunded the full VAT back cos I live in the Channel Islands, no charge for delivery either. Should be here tommorrow with a bit of luck.

Thanks all

Steve D

Well it arrived yesterday and was put on the bike last night, its nice not having any cables around but the sensors are a bit chunky, I guess thats the batteary etc.

It took a bit of time to find the best place for the cadence sensor as I didn't like the suggested position, in the end I put it on the down tube.

I'll try it out in anger tommorrow.

Steve D

Now you've got to learn how to use it! I've had mine a few weeks and still learning.

Have fun, and lets share the learning.

Dave

daviddobedoe said:

Now you've got to learn how to use it! I've had mine a few weeks and still learning.

Have fun, and lets share the learning.

Dave

That's a great idea, a Polar sub-forum. I got my 725 3 weeks ago and it's still a challenge. 😉

Lou.

I'm curious, does this model or any of the polar models also keep track of elevation gained?

Nick

N_laplaca said:

I'm curious, does this model or any of the polar models also keep track of elevation gained?

Nick

Yes, the 720 does.

DanP said:

Yes, the 720 does.

...as do all the others with the altimeter built in. The models of which escape me right now. I think it's the S610 and up, but don't quote me on that. 🙂

Well I did my first two rides with the s720i fitted over the weekend.

I had a few problems finding a place to put the monitor itself, its quite big and my bars have cyclocross brakes fitted. I managed by using an extender, The strap is difficult to get tight so I put some closed cell foam behind the monitor to pad it out a bit.

The display is very clear and read-able in most lights so far, I had no problems with dodgy readings from the sensors, although the cadence is a little slow to react initially it seems ok in use. The speed seemed to be as responsive as my other cycle computers.

The graphs are amazing! I found it quite easy to see where I had been on my ride and tracking my HR against altitude was useful ( I am going to the Pyrenees in 3 weeks ) I am now trying to work out my optimum cadence when climbing. It seems to be about 75rpm my cadence on the flat is around 95.

Another thing I noticed on a ride last week was that I don't work as hard into the wind as I think. With a tail wind my HR is up around 155 - 160, into the wind despite the fact that I 'think' its a slog my HR drops to around 130, I guess its a psychological (sp?) thing.

Regards

Steve D