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CatEye Velo 8 CC-VL810 Bike Computer

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Cat Eye Velo 8 CC-VL810 bike computer displays average speed, elapsed time and calories consumed.

Includes current speed, maximum speed, trip distance, total distance, a clock and a pace arrow
Auto stop/start and auto power-saving feature
Tool-free universal mount fits handlebars from 22mm to 32mm

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CatEye Velo 8 CC-VL810 Bike Computer Customer Reviews

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Cat Eye Velo 8 CC-VL810 Bike Computer

3.9

(based on 14 reviews)

79%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Accurate (10)
Easy to read (10)
Durable (7)
Lightweight (7)

Cons

Not durable (3)
Tough to read (3)

Best Uses

Commuting (9)
Mountain biking (6)
Road racing (4)
Serious training (4)

- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid cyclist (8), Casual/ recreational (6)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (4)

REVIEWS

Reviewed by 14 customers

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May

2008

(9 of 9 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Great Bike Computer

By Goralka08

from Michigan

About Me Casual/ Recreational

See all my reviews

Pros

Accurate

Cons

No LED Light

Best Uses

Commuting
Serious Training

Comments about Cat Eye Velo 8 CC-VL810 Bike Computer:

This bike computer is very accurate and I tested it out. I Map Quested the nearest store and looked at the estimated distance, and then I rode my bike there and checked the distance on my computer. The computer was within 0.1 of the estimated distance!

I've removed it from the bracket a lot and I haven't had any problems.

PROS:

1) The pace arrow that tells you if you're above or below your average speed.

2) Total trip time.

3) Fairly large screen compared to some other models in the same price range.

4) The price

CONS:

1) No LED backlight for night riding.

2) Settings are for 1 trip only, so you can't set it to multi=trip.

3) It uses a sticky strip to attach to the handlebars. I'd rather have it be a screw on bracket or something so that it's guaranteed not to fall of (although mine never has).

Jul

2008

(7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Good product at a good price

By one ski

from Utah

About Me Avid Cyclist

See all my reviews

Pros

Accurate
Durable
Lightweight

Cons

Tough To Read

Best Uses

Hard to read small print

Comments about Cat Eye Velo 8 CC-VL810 Bike Computer:

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Service and delivery comments:

I select the Cat Eye Velo 8 Bike Computer as it has most of the functions of a more expensive bike computer. I was debating between this model and the wireless but found the cord only runs on the inside of the front fork and is not very noticable. I like the look and read-out on the product. This also has a feature by last bike computer did not have. It list the calories burned as one of the features. The only downside I found was the lettering is small and hard to read while you are riding fast but once you get used to it, you recognize the categories. For the price, design and features I am very happy with this product.

Sep

2007

(7 of 10 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Great Value

By R6 Rider

from Seattle, WA

About Me Avid Cyclist, Triathlete

See all my reviews

Pros

Accurate
Durable
Easy to Read

Cons

Not wireless

Best Uses

Commuting
Mountain Biking
Road Racing
Serious Training

Comments about Cat Eye Velo 8 CC-VL810 Bike Computer:

You can't get a better value than this cycle computer. Personally I don't need to pay [$] for a little computer to tell me that I am spinning my pedals fast.

May

2008

(4 of 16 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Don't waste your time

By JohnnyPowder

from Denver, CO

About Me Avid Cyclist

See all my reviews

Pros

Easy to Read
Tells time well

Cons

Handlebar Mount
Innacurate
Not Durable

Best Uses

Don't use it

Comments about Cat Eye Velo 8 CC-VL810 Bike Computer:

Let me start off by saying I really like Cat Eye computers and have used them for a few years. However, this Velo 8 computer is not a good product.

1st The installation instructions were just illustrations. I like a little text to go along with each illustration.

2nd the zip ties used to attach the sensor and computer are really weak. I must have snapped 4 of them just trying to tighten the computer down on the handlebar.

3rd after setting up the computer I discover that the sensor is bad so the computer won't display speed, mileage, etc. So I returned it for an upgrade.

My recommendation: spend a little bit more money and get a nicer computer. The Cat Eye Mity or the Strada are far nicer for just a bit more.

Jun

2009

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

All I want at a great price

By buckc

from Seattle, WA

About Me Avid Cyclist

See all my reviews

Pros

Accurate
Durable
Easy to Read
Lightweight

Cons

Best Uses

Road Racing

Comments about Cat Eye Velo 8 CC-VL810 Bike Computer:

In a world of overpriced toys, this is a great bargain! I've just crossed 600 miles on the odometer and have had 0 problesm. For [$] I know how far I've gone, how long I've been moving, how fast I'm going now, and what speed I'm averaging. I really don't need to know any more than that. I'm no mechanical genius but I got it installed with no problems.

May

2011

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Excellent value for the price!

By Reed G-J

from State College, PA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

See all my reviews

Pros

Easy to install
Easy to Read
Lightweight

Cons

Instructions vague

Best Uses

Commuting
Mountain Biking

Comments about Cat Eye Velo 8 CC-VL810 Bike Computer:

I wanted to get a simple computer that I could mount on my bike that would give me a better idea of how far and fast I was going than just looking at a map and a clock. The reviews seemed to indicate that the Velo 8 was exactly what I was looking for.

I was a little concerned about what I had read about the installation being difficult and the mounts being poor quality. When I received it and looked at the instructions, I had to ponder them a bit, especially the instructions for operating the computer, since they are almost entirely diagrams. I got it figured out pretty quickly though and now it's really easy to use.

I found that the strength of the zip ties is more than adequate for mounting the components to the bike; you would have to try really hard to break them when tightening them. Also, someone mentioned that they had to remove the battery to reset the settings, losing their odometer information. The Velo 8 has the ability to reset all its data except the odometer simply by holding the Mode button for 2 seconds.

Overall I'm satisfied with this product and can't wait to put it through its paces on the road!

Dec

2008

(1 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Don't waste your money

By Hangdog

from Denver, CO

About Me Casual/ Recreational

See all my reviews

Pros

Cons

Not Durable
Tough To Read

Best Uses

Commuting
Mountain Biking
Road Racing

Comments about Cat Eye Velo 8 CC-VL810 Bike Computer:

I was very disappointed with this product for the following reasons:

- The zip ties that came with it all broke when trying to fasten it to the bike. Had to buy additional ones in order to install it.

- The instructions for installation/setup are cryptic at best.

- Setting the different options is a pain in the rear. Not only are the instructions vague, you have to go through several button clicks (press a set button on the back of the unit; set the desired value, press the mode button, press the set button again)

- The calories burned are inaccurate. There is no way to set your age/weight, so it is a very rough guess at best.

Jun

2011

(0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

worth the pennies

By marknova

from pittsburgh, pa

About Me Avid Cyclist

See all my reviews

Pros

Accurate
Durable
Easy to Read
Lightweight

Cons

Best Uses

Commuting
Serious Training

Comments about Cat Eye Velo 8 CC-VL810 Bike Computer:

Easy to mount and set up. Easy to read and seems very accurate. Don't buy it for the calorie counter, it seems like an estimate.

Dec

2010

5.0

Do you need a nicer dashboard than a car

By troyboy4life

from Portland, OR

About Me Casual/ Recreational

See all my reviews

Pros

Accurate
Durable
Easy to Read

Cons

Best Uses

Comments about Cat Eye Velo 8 CC-VL810 Bike Computer:

The difference between the velo 5 and the velo 8 are a couple useful features and the price difference is only 5 dollars. Average speed and trip distance. Average speed is a really nice one to have, that alone is worth the extra 5 bucks. This is a really nice computer. What else do you need in a bike computer? A nicer dash board than a car? Is that really necessary?

Dec

2010

5.0

Working strong for 2 years

By troyboy4life

from Portland, OR

About Me Avid Cyclist

See all my reviews

Pros

Accurate
Durable
Easy to install
Easy to Read
Easy to use
Efficient battery

Cons

Lost instructions

Best Uses

Comments about Cat Eye Velo 8 CC-VL810 Bike Computer:

I have been using this on my Cannondale R500 for the last few years now. It has been working great, I bought it shortly after buying my bike. The only thing is that programming the clock is not very intuitive so for the first time the clocks changed I just remembered that it was an hour off then it was correct eventually. Then it changed again, I tried to figure it out and just made the time hours off. another downside is I accidentally flicked the magnet back and forth against the sensor and it said my top speed was 300+ MPH When I reset it I lost my total miles on my bike. A lifetime odometer would be nice. Overall it's a great product. It's really nice for pacing on long rides. I live in Portland, I'm gonna go get another one for my zoobomb. For [$] it's worth it to know these stats bombing down the west hills.5 stars, I can't Imagine expecting a better product for the price.