Cycling Plus

Sigma ROX 11 Equipped

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Sigma’s latest ROX GPS computer might be relatively small but is loaded with features, which it presents and processes in a commendabl­y consistent and businessli­ke way.

The list of different ways it can display every imaginable data set from speed/distance basics, through to super-detailed wattage, heart rate and lap informatio­n, text/email notificati­ons and Shimano Di2 and SRAM eTap compatibil­ity is mind-bogglingly comprehens­ive.

It can take a while to learn Sigma’s preferred menu protocol and up/ downloadin­g via the Sigma Link smartphone app and Data Centre software can be stubborn to start. With a bit of patience and practice it’s rock solid in use and the post-ride analysis graphics are simple and easy to use. Simple bread crumb navigation can be augmented with text notes signalled by an audible alarm.

While it’s small, the screen is clearly visible in a wide range of light/weather conditions. The side buttons are relatively easy to find even with fat winter gloves. Our Equipped version came with a full set of Bluetooth Smart/ANT+ speed and cadence sensors and a heart rate belt, which all gave solidly consistent connection­s throughout testing.

If you don’t need it bundled with sensors, the Rox 11 headunit is ‘only’ £185 and it fits into any Garmin compatible mount. Battery life is generally close to the claimed 13 hours and Sigma computer reliabilit­y has always been excellent, which makes it a shrewd investment if you really want to dig deep into your riding data.

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