The SRM Difference. Torque Analysis System. International Shop. Service Instructions. SRM Analysis Software. Zoom in on specific segments of a training file to create markers. Compare training rides over time in the periodic view mode.
Track your mean maximal power for specific time intervals in the Mean Power Interval Display. SRM needs no introduction. For the past three decades, the German brand has established itself as the industry arbiter when it comes to power meter accuracy and its head units are equally as impressive and enviable, what with the bold colourways and prominent aesthetics of the PowerControl or PC for short. The SRM PC8 replaced the PC7 as the brand's best cycling computer back in and has aged impressively well during this time, both from a visual and technological point of view.
While bereft of any navigational prompting - something that puts it somewhat at a disadvantage compared to its rivals - it's worth considering that it was designed for training not touring, and its modus operandi reflects this in every detail. Having used the SRM PC8 for well over a year now, it's become my training tool of choice and the device I find myself reaching for every time I leave the front door for a ride or race. Its bold, slab-like proportions are easy to spot, even in the rolling billboards of the WorldTour, thanks largely to the PC8's customisable chassis, which is available in ten standard colour shells.
Our unit's anodised gold colourway has caused much rubbernecking during our test period, an act often accompanied by the words 'what computer is that? SRM itself has waxed lyrical about the fact that this specific unit and its broader product offering is not for the masses, but rather a focused demographic at the higher end of the spectrum. But back to the aesthetics Further personalisation can be had by going fully custom, which includes bolder, more unique colours as well as the inclusion of ornate motifs for the sides.
The PC8 moniker takes pride of place at the upper panel of the shell with a solitary SRM logo at the bottom right section just above the mounting clip. Owing to SRM's unique mounting system, the logo has become somewhat worn over the test period as the clipping mechanism makes contact with this section of the unit.
The only attribute that may take some getting used to is the way SRM has designed the mounting system. Unlike some of the segment perennials that use symmetrical mounting paradigms, the PC8 is offset to the right. Depending on which SRM mounting bracket you use and there are many this can result in a misalignment, so consideration should be taken before making a decision.
In terms of its proportions, the PC8 measures 71mm x 63mm x 20mm width, height, depth so it's pretty square-like compared to its rivals. The unit weighs just 93g actual and combines a aluminium shell with a hard-wearing plastic casing rear , making for a hardy, bombproof construction that has held up well over the past year and a bit. SRM has made screen customisation a relatively easy exercise by introducing a smartphone app the PC8 mobile app to populate performance metrics and data fields.
It's a simple exercise and allows the user to tailor the screen, of which there are four variations. Again there's nothing fancy about the display. It's pretty basic and foregoes a trick colour screen in favour of a black and white LCD layout complete with light-sensitive backlighting. The PC8, however, doesn't need the extra garnishing, touchscreen functionality, colour screen and gimmicks of its rivals - it's a prime example of the less-is-more philosophy and I like that very much.
Some of the technical highlights include on-board memory of MB 4, hours of data storage , a built-in motion sensor that automatically turns on the PC8 when movement is detected, a magnetic charger that is interchangeable with all SRM power meters as well as up to four different bicycle profiles. From a connectivity point of view, rides can be uploaded wirelessly to third-party apps such as Strava and Training Peaks. The battery is claimed to last up to 45 hours which is in line with its adversaries.
Over my test period, battery life has varied depending on the weather conditions and sensor connections but, on average, the PC8 returns between 20 and 30 hours - besides, you can turn off the backlight and GPS to prolong things. Rides must be at least five seconds long. Cycling Analytics currently stores all rides with a recording interval of one second internally, so it is best to set your device to record every second if this is possible.
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