{"id":68818,"date":"2024-09-12T13:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-09-12T11:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/8aca82cc-40a7-46d4-99e1-6f9ab06356ef"},"modified":"2024-09-12T13:25:28","modified_gmt":"2024-09-12T11:25:28","slug":"is-this-the-year-of-bike-computer-challenger-brands-swiss-startup-jespr-releases-first-model-with-always-on-internet","status":"publish","type":"rss_feed","link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/cyclingplus\/rss_feed\/is-this-the-year-of-bike-computer-challenger-brands-swiss-startup-jespr-releases-first-model-with-always-on-internet\/","title":{"rendered":"Is this the year of bike computer challenger brands? Swiss startup Jespr releases first model with \u2018always on\u2019 internet"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Jespr is one of three bike computers from small brands set to launch this September <\/p>

By Stan Portus\n <\/p>

Published: Thursday, 12 September 2024 at 11:00 AM<\/p>

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The bike computer market is arguably sewn up, with Wahoo and Garmin ruling the roost and only Hammerhead and Bryton making serious inroads.\u00a0<\/p>

But Swiss startup Jespr is the latest in a string of brands to release bike computers packed with slick data visualisation, stylish designs, high-quality mapping and features that even Garmin\u2019s Edge bike computer range<\/a> lacks.\u00a0<\/p>

Jespr says its bike computer, available from today, is the first to provide an \u2018always on\u2019 internet connection via an internal SIM card to make \u201ctethering to your phone a thing of the past\u201d.<\/p>

The brand says this tech will provide \u201congoing navigation\u201d and wind data information while you ride, but it\u2019s also part of Jespr\u2019s aim to make its bike computer as easy to use as possible.<\/p>

Clarity and simplicity<\/h2>
Jespr says its bike computer has a \u201cclear-eyed\u201d interface. – Jespr<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Jespr says its bike computer<\/a> features a large, high-resolution display and a \u201cclear-eyed\u201d interface to help you quickly read metrics without taking your eyes off the road.<\/p>
This is similar to the Absolute One bike computer<\/a> we spotted at Eurobike 2024, which features a Gorilla Glass screen and is said to have a similar resolution to the screens used on top-spec smartphones.\u00a0<\/p>
Like the Absolute One, Jespr emphasises its computer\u2019s advanced mapping and navigation capabilities.\u00a0<\/p>
The Jespr computer will automatically re-route you, send you course notifications, detect climbs and provide a topographical view, alongside telling you wind information.<\/p>
Jespr says its computer \u201cblends a next-generation navigation experience with a whole new way of contextualising the ride\u201d.<\/p>
Ride modes\u00a0<\/h2>
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You will be able to select ride modes dependent on activity type. – Jespr<\/figcaption><\/figure>
You can select different bikes and types of riding to the Jespr computer, which will then tailor what information it shows. The startup says you can use the computer for road and trail riding, triathlons and more.\u00a0<\/p>
Jespr says it has developed specific ride modes in partnership with professional athletes and coaches.\u00a0<\/p>
While it hasn\u2019t gone into lots of detail just yet, Jespr has specified four ride modes:\u00a0<\/p>
Free Ride Mode<\/li>
Direction Mode<\/li>
Training Mode<\/li>
Race Mode<\/li><\/ul>
It says Free Ride Mode offers spontaneity, while Direction Mode has \u201cpleasing\u201d animations.\u00a0<\/p>
Training Mode offers \u201cpower-focused metrics\u201d and Race Mode has \u201cpared-down screens\u201d.<\/p>
Connectivity and estimated power<\/h2>
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The computer will connect to a power meter, but it can also estimate power output. – Jespr<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Jespr says its computer connects \u201cseamlessly\u201d with ride sensors, including heart rate monitors<\/a> and power meters<\/a>.<\/p>
Many will expect this functionality from a bike computer, but Jespr says its computer can also derive and estimate live power output values from other ride data.<\/p>
The computer can also connect with bicycle radars<\/a> to show approaching traffic on the display.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>
Over-the-air synchronisation<\/h2>
$\"Jespr$
The computer is compatible with the likes of Strava and Komoot. – Jespr<\/figcaption><\/figure>
This new device is supported by the my.Jespr.io platform, which facilitates over-the-air route and training plan synchronisation.<\/p>
Jespr says its platform and computer are compatible with \u201call of the major players\u201d including Strava, TrainingPeaks and Komoot<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>
$\"Jespr$
The computer measures 69.5x122x25mm. – Jespr<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Your custom settings are synced to the Jespr platform, too. This means if you get a new Jespr device it can be set up just like your last one.\u00a0<\/p>
Jespr says this synchronisation tech means software updates \u201cbeam to the device automatically, without the hassles typical of other devices.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>
Free data for the first users<\/h2>
Jespr says its bike computer is available from today and it will cost \u20ac570 \/ CHF540.\u00a0<\/p>
To welcome you to the Jespr platform, Jespr says its first customers will receive a free data plan for the \u2018always on\u2019 internet until the end of 2025.<\/p>
After that, a subscription model starts, estimated to cost \u20ac5 per month.\u00a0<\/p>
While you can add a SIM to the Hammerhead Karoo 2<\/a> for a data internet connection, the Jespr is the first bike computer to have one built in. <\/p>
The year of challenger brands?\u00a0<\/h2>
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The Jespr is one of three bike computers from small brands set to launch this September. – Jespr<\/figcaption><\/figure>
Jespr\u2019s bike computer is one of three from small brands to launch this September.<\/p>
Absolute Cycling\u2019s Phil Lucas told us the Absolute One would be released this month, after it launched its crowdfunding campaign for the computer back in 2019.\u00a0<\/p>
The Trimm Two is another bike computer expected to be released this month.\u00a0<\/p>
While the Absolute One and Jespr have colour displays, the Trimm Two has a monochrome display, similar to older Wahoo bike computers. But like these other challenger brands it promises a sharp, high-quality display for easy viewing.\u00a0<\/p>
One aspect of its new computer that Trimm stresses is its looks. With its slim design, aluminium case and interchangeable colour cases, it\u2019s said to help you \u201cbreak out of mediocrity\u201d and have a \u201cdistinctive experience\u201d.\u00a0<\/p>
$\"Absolute$
The Absolute One bike computer is from the design house behind Bang & Olufsen.<\/figcaption><\/figure>
The Absolute One is intended to make an aesthetic impact. From the design house behind Bang & Olufsen, the computer has a unique design that stands out compared to other bike computers.\u00a0<\/p>
This could be a strategy to cut through the market and appeal to riders who want something different.\u00a0<\/p>
When we spoke to Lucas at Eurobike he said: \u201cYou have one chance to make a first impression.\u201d<\/p>
Whether Jespr, Absolute One and Trimm can make a successful first impression and take a bite out of Wahoo and Garmin\u2019s dominance<\/a> remains to be seen.\u00a0<\/p> <\/body><\/html>\n
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Over-the-air synchronisation<\/h2>The computer is compatible with the likes of Strava and Komoot. – Jespr<\/figcaption><\/figure>This new device is supported by the my.Jespr.io platform, which facilitates over-the-air route and training plan synchronisation.<\/p>