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Next gen Sigma Rox 7.0 & 11.0 GPS computers available now, plus killer upgrade deal

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Sigma’s ROX computers have been around for quite a while, offering GPS-enabled ride tracking in a more classically compact cycling computer for those riders not looking to have a huge mapping screen strapped to the bar. Displaying the most common ride metrics and with competitive pricing, the ROX line-up has offered solid value for cyclists looking to track their rides. The latest generation debuted back at Eurobike last autumn added on more customization of the data screen, Strava segment integration, and wireless connectivity in the top model. The two new devices – the ROX GPS 7.0 & ROX GPS 10.0 – are now available, and to reward return customers Sigma is offering a 30% off deal for the new computers. Check out the features of both and how to get in on the discount after the break (even if you are new to the ROX)…

We mostly focused on the features of the top ROX 11.0 back in the fall. Combining ANT+ & Bluetooth LE connectivity, the $180 Sigma Rox 11.0 GPS is the most full-featured of the two. The ROX 11 pairs with mobile devices and Sigma’s cloud storage via the Sigma Link mobile app and includes full riding tracking, multi-format performance sensor data logging (with dual sided power), breadcrumb GPS track navigation, plus Strava live segments, automatic ride uploads, smart notifications, and eTap/Di2 compatibility.

For just a bit less at $150, the more affordable Sigma Rox 7.0 GPS drops both ANT+ & Bluetooth, so you lose all of the sensor connectivity, the live updating features, and automatic uploads that build on pairing it with a mobile phone. But it is still designed to work with Sigma’s online data center off-the-bike when plugged into a computer via micro-USB where you can also customize the data field layouts and even upload Strava segments so you can challenge your self out on the road. It also offers a simple platform to plan out breadcrumb tracks to navigate to, where you can even add waypoints with custom text fields for useful on the go information.

Both devices share the same compact 73.5 x 50 x 21.5mm form factor, with a 1.7″ single color 160 x 128px display, and four buttons to navigate their functions. Besides availability of the new devices, the new Sigma Link app is now available in both the Google Play & Apple App Stores offering the full wireless connectivity, route planning, and automatic uploads to Strava & Training Peaks.

Sigma’s 30% off deal is targeted at rewarding return customer, but looks like it is available to new buyers as well, until the end of March. To get the discount, enter promo code: LOYALROX at checkout, which also includes free shipping for the devices in the US.

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EricT
EricT
7 years ago

No touch or color screen? I don’t know why any informed consumer would buy this over the competition after a little research. Too little too late SIGMA, you’re fading away and it’s written all over the products you produce.

dr_lha
dr_lha
7 years ago
Reply to  EricT

I’m not a ROX user, but I will say that I prefer visibility/clarity over color (which other than perhaps for maps, is pointless on a bike computer).

Also my experience with touch screens while wearing winter gloves or in the rain is generally that I’d prefer an interface that can be controlled by buttons over a touch screen. There’s a reason why for example, Garmin introduced touch screen for the Edge 510, and then removed it from the latest Edge 520.

EricT
EricT
7 years ago
Reply to  dr_lha

They did that to hit a certain price point, your logic doesn’t hold up. See below for the Edge 820 specs. If it didn’t work then they would remove it from all products. Works with gloves and when wet.

*Lightweight and compact with 2.3-inch high-resolution, capacitive touch display that works with gloves and when wet

C P
C P
7 years ago
Reply to  EricT

Although price-point is definitely a factor, the belief that color is always better than B/W isn’t true either. With that logic, color tablets should be much better for reading than e-ink book readers such as the kindles, but we know that, that’s not true.

Color doesn’t necessarily equate to a better experience. As dr_lha mentioned, for cycling use what huge benefit is there in a color display (other than maps?).

Also, touch-screen is another subjective issue, as for myself, a physical button is easier to hit or manipulate while riding than trying to accurately touch a portion of a screen to initiate a function on a computer. If anything, using your argument, touchscreen are a cost saving feature over physical buttons.

Bikemark
Bikemark
7 years ago
Reply to  dr_lha

Agreed on the visibility/clarity over color. All I want is a one color high contrast display that stays legible after I’ve dripped sweat and snot on it for three hours. I’m using a Lezyne Super GPS. It always syncs with my phone and sensors. The battery lasts. Best of all: it’s not picky about the USB cable I connect with (unlike my departed Garmin 510). There are other more capable units but they are often twice the price.

cheezeits
cheezeits
7 years ago

I second Bikemark in that my Lezyne Super GPS does everything I need and they have a navigation now. Perfect for the price point.

Tony
Tony
4 years ago

Also prefer B/W contrast clarity over color. Just my opinion by I actually really dislike touchscreen on GPS, I prefer buttons.

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