I can't help but feel there are many riders that would adopt the power meter as a training tool if it was presented properly and at a low price point.
I have to be very careful with my cash and the power meter has always been out of reach, and not by just a little bit.
When Metrigear made the announcement a few years ago, about a power pedal, I followed it closely. Finally, a power meter within reach. Now it looks like that meter is just as far away as it has always been (whether or not it will work) based on the introductory price target.
I paid less than $100 for my first HRM and waited for some time until that became available.
The first company to release a power meter for the masses, is going to be swamped with orders, but only if it's "within reach", my reach is about $300, and even thats going to hurt. I think there's quite a few riders just like me. Are there enough? and can it even be made at that price point? Time will tell. Until then I will be using the time tested Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE).
I've enjoyed reading your blog and think you will ultimately succeed with an accurate piece of work, I await the final price. If the price is right, I don't think it will matter where you sell it. Based on the work I've seen posted on your blog, I wouldn't hesitate to contribute via kickstarter.
Paul
I have to be very careful with my cash and the power meter has always been out of reach, and not by just a little bit.
When Metrigear made the announcement a few years ago, about a power pedal, I followed it closely. Finally, a power meter within reach. Now it looks like that meter is just as far away as it has always been (whether or not it will work) based on the introductory price target.
I paid less than $100 for my first HRM and waited for some time until that became available.
The first company to release a power meter for the masses, is going to be swamped with orders, but only if it's "within reach", my reach is about $300, and even thats going to hurt. I think there's quite a few riders just like me. Are there enough? and can it even be made at that price point? Time will tell. Until then I will be using the time tested Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE).
I've enjoyed reading your blog and think you will ultimately succeed with an accurate piece of work, I await the final price. If the price is right, I don't think it will matter where you sell it. Based on the work I've seen posted on your blog, I wouldn't hesitate to contribute via kickstarter.
Paul