I like the fact that it mount to the stem, thereby leaving the bar unadorned in classic FG style. I also like the “tool-less” mounting system, although the fork component requires zip-ties and thus cannot be removed easily.

One immediate downside that NR seems to have dropped the ball on is the display. Yes, the numbers appear large, but the descriptor abbreviations (e.g. DST for distance) are so tiny as to make the numerical data meaningless. You see numbers, but without a little bit of thinking, it’s difficult to know what they mean right away.

Also, for the congenitally nerdy, the distance feature only measures to tenths of a mile, not hundredths (yeah, I know, WTF cares?).

I agree that the elastic moutning system will prove the achilles heel here; elastics have a poor track record for longevity, especially when exposed to the elements.

Lastly, as far as I can tell (and, admittedly, it’s still new to me), there’s no “distance 2″ feature.