Cateye Padrone+

ABOUT THE BRAND

CatEye, a Japanese brand established in 1954, is globally renowned for its extensive range of premium accessories such as cycle computers, lights, bottle cages and more. Over the years, CatEye has come to be associated with premium, durable bicycle accessories that are absolute value for money.

ABOUT THE PRODUCT

With the advancement of technology, it is no surprise that there are many gadgets available in the market to keep real-time track of one’s on-saddle performance. A cycle computer is one such device that is used to calculate and monitor various performance parameters such as speed, time, distance covered etc. The Padrone+ from CatEye boasts a range of features to offer efficient monitoring of ride stats.

PRODUCT FEATURES

This cycle computer from CatEye has been built with a large screen that makes it easy to view and read when on the saddle. Switching between the various display modes is effortless, with CatEye’s ClickTec interface. Additionally, this cycle computer is enabled with an automated start/ stop feature, a pace arrow, a backlight, a wireless sensor and an odometer that can be programmed.

The CatEye Padrone+ monitors and displays a range of functions – Current cadence, Current speed, Maximum speed, average Speed, Trip Distance 1&2, Total Distance, Elapsed Time and a Clock. This cycle computer is wired, meaning that it uses a wireless, analogue sensor to calculate ride stats.

USAGE

The CatEye Padrone+ and its senor are powered by lithium batteries. The lifespan of which is approximately 1 years, when used for an hour a day, without the blacklight on constantly and 8 months, when the backlight is used continuously.

Being a sleek, affordable and lightweight cycle computer, weighing just 32 grams, the Padrone+ from CatEye is ideal for fitness enthusiasts, athletes in training, or long-distance tourers looking to keep track of their ride stats.

COMPATIBILITY

The CatEye Padrone+ is attached to the bicycle using the FlexTight bracket that is easy to mount without tools. This makes it versatile and compatible to pretty much any handlebar or stem. The sensor too can be effortlessly attached to most bicycles. This flexible mounting mechanism makes this cycle computer compatible with most bicycles in the market.