Joule 2.0 problem

Leslie Schneider

Hi gang,  I bought a used CycleOps Joule 2.0 back in February from a reliable person.  It's worked fine.  However, last weekend I got caught in a terrential downpour.  I was forced to ride for over an hour with it coming down in buckets.  Since then my Joule has not worked.  At first I thought it just needed time to dry out and recharge...nope.  Has this happend to anyone?  Do I just need to replace the battery or do I need to get a new one?  I saw one for a great price on Ebay and thought I might grab it.  I would experiment and try a new battery first however IMLP is less than 3 weeks away and time is of the essence. Then again, why spend a chunk of change if unnecessary.  Advice??  Thanks!

Dino Sarti

I think it might be toast. Once consumer electronics go south, the mortality rate is pretty high.

One trick is to put it in a ziplock bag with dry rice and see if it will pull any moisture out. Long odds but worth a try...

Leslie Schneider

Hi Dino,  that's what i figured but thanks for confirming.  I ended up nabbing the one I saw on Ebay.  I didn't want to take any chances since my first IM is less than 3 weeks away!   But I'll still try the rice just in case.  It doesn't hurt to have 2 computers if possible.  Take care.

Dino Sarti

John Bayone

Glad to hear that it worked out with EBAY with getting another unit and hope you have no more bike gear issues.
Good Luck