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Comment on Stages Power Meter In-Depth Review by Changren Yong

Changren Yong — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 06:20:12 +0000

I think it’s unfair to criticize Ray for not posting an updated review on the Stages Power Meter sooner. This guy has a full time job! Putting a thorough review like those that Ray is known for takes a lot of time. I’d rather Ray take his time and do a good and complete review than a half-ass one just to satisfy those who are demanding one now.

On another note, i am expecting my Stages Power Meter to show up in the mail tomorrow. Can’t wait to try out what will be my first ever power meter.

Comment on The Stages Power Meter In-Depth Review Update by Durianrider

Durianrider — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 06:12:32 +0000

I got the first one in Australia. I updated the firmware and agree with DC, it works great and you can pace against it just like a powertap etc.

I did a review video here.

link to youtube.com

Comment on The Stages Power Meter In-Depth Review Update by Victor

Victor — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 06:10:12 +0000

Have you ever had problems with your ant+ signals not being picked up because too many devices were being used? On my last two trainer rides, I had the Stages power meter, Kurt inRide, TrainerRoad with Ant+ usb, Garmin GSC-10 speed cadence, Garmin HR, inRide BT HR, Garmin 800, Garmin Edge and iPhone inRide app all running at the same time. The inRide picked up fine on the iPhone but the Stages power, Stages cadence would only pick up half the time. The Garmin GSC-10 was also cutting off more than normal though would cut off about 90% of the time. I have no clue why this was happening and my first thought was that maybe too many things were running at once causiing interference. However, this didnt happen the first time I had this set up, only occured in last two setups. Then I just turned off everything and used Stages only and the signals were still not picking up consistently. Case of just some unknown interference, Garmin issue, Stages Issue or am is there something I should look for or do to make the connection stable?

Comment on The Stages Power Meter In-Depth Review Update by Ronald Meier

Ronald Meier — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 06:00:04 +0000

When will they ship outside US/Canada?

Comment on The Stages Power Meter In-Depth Review Update by Vito

Vito — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 05:44:00 +0000

incredible work Ray!
Great scientific analisys, data collection and conclusion.
That’s the way to give the right perspective on this subject, not personal feelings but solid data!
It’s probably not so fun, but I think it would be great if you add this perspective on every PM review you’ll so in the future!

Comment on In the Queue: The 4iiii’s Viiiiva ANT+ to Bluetooth HR Strap Bridge by James

James — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 04:46:49 +0000

Hi DC Rainmaker

I have held of making a purchase pending your review and I’m keen to get my system functional. If this review is going to take a while, what would be your advice about which product should I buy the Wahoo or the Viiiiva to interface the Minoura liveried to iphone 5 ? Thanks for the good work.

Regards James