The new single-sided Vector pedal from Garmin

[News bot]

Garmin Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd., announce the availability of Vector S, a single-sensing system which measures the force on cyclist’s left pedal to approximate total power. Vector S has changed how power is measured and how cyclists get power because it is measured at the pedal, where force is applied. It is a direct measurement power meter that delivers reliable and accurate data.

 

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[Falco]

So the thinking here is that if Stages can do it, then so can Garmin? This is a case of closing the stable door once the horse has bolted.

 

Stages is lighter, doesn't have a "rider weight limit" (what's with that anyway?), it's cheaper, and it doesn't get damaged in a crash.

 

Garmin 0, Stages 1.

[onearmbandit]

The pricing just seems out of line...$899 (R9,860) retail in the US vs. R12,999 - I just don't believe that even if I add shipping and duties that would come to R12,999?!

[Skirminkel]

Yes, but Stages power meters are limited to alu cranks.  Big problem for some.

[Falco]

Yes, but Stages power meters are limited to alu cranks.  Big problem for some.

 

Very true, but given that alu cranks outnumber carbon by a huge percentage, it's unlikely to result in massive sales for Garmin. 

[Skirminkel]

Well, basically nothing for Campy or SRAM......

[quintonb]

Or you could look at these...

 

http://www.vervecycling.com/infocrank/

They being brought into the country, not sure of the final price though. 

[Terminator]

Yes, but Stages power meters are limited to alu cranks.  Big problem for some.

 

And Vector is limited to road bikes.........

[Falco]

And Vector is limited to road bikes.........

Also true. I forgot about that.

 

So, to summarise, if you ride a road bike with carbon cranks, and don't weigh more than 90kg, the Garmin is for you.

 

For the remaining 95% of cyclists, get the Stages.

[dracs]

Also true. I forgot about that.

 

So, to summarise, if you ride a road bike with carbon cranks, and don't weigh more than 90kg, the Garmin is for you.

 

For the remaining 95% of cyclists, get the Stages.

What's the RRP locally for stages?

[Spoke101]

What's the RRP locally for stages?

R9500 - R11500 depending on crank

[Frosty]

Well, basically nothing for Campy or SRAM......

Not according to the Stages website... http://www.stagescycling.com/stagespower-models

Only Campy that is not listed.

 

And Vector is limited to road bikes.........

Although Vector is ONLY road bike compatible, stages is also limited to discipline, unless you want a road crank on your MTB.

 

The BIG plus for Vector is only having to change the pedals from one bike to another, although changing cranks is also not that complicated.

[Patchelicious]

Have a read:

 

http://www.dcrainmaker.com/2014/09/buyers-guide2014-edition.html

[dracs]

R9500 - R11500 depending on crank

right, so not all that much cheaper...

 

Have to say, would love a PM, but until the price point is more around the 5 to 6k level I cannot justify the expense

[Skinnyone]

PowerTap retails for R9995 for the hub and built into a ZTR Crest I see they are R11295...Not bad considering that Stages has some reported water proofing issues so it makes it a bit iffy on MTB water crossings. And has been mentioned the Vector is road only...

 

As for compatibility what is simpler than changing a wheel? much easier than swopping cranks and pedals - need torque wrenches etc.

[GoLefty!!]

Powertap high flanges results in spoke angles that results in a weaker rear wheel. Crank based or pedal based systems do not make this compromise.