Hammerhead Karoo 3 GPS bike computer with smart navigation
With the Hammerhead Karoo in the 3rd generation, SRAM offers you an absolute top class bike computer. Top dogs like Garmin are unlikely to be impressed by the high computing power, excellent display and sufficient memory.
Compared to the 2nd generation, Hammerhead has given the new Karoo a new housing including new glass (anti-reflective Gorilla glass) and has raised the bar massively in terms of hardware.
What's new about the Hammerhead Karoo 3 Gen?
Actually everything, with a 2nd GHz Quad Core processor and a doubled memory of 4 GB, almost twice the computing power is available.
This ensures very smooth operation of the touchscreen and even complex routes are calculated/adapted quickly and smoothly. With a working memory of 64 GB, there is enough space for maps and tracks of your choice.
Display of outstanding quality
In our opinion, the 3.2-inch display of the 2nd generation was already one of the best on the market, but Hammerhead has gone one better in the 3rd generation of the Karoo. For maximum readability, the brightness adjusts to the surroundings, the resolution of 480 x 800 pixels displays graphics and data very finely and legibly.
Anti-reflective Gorilla Glass from Corning contributes to the smartphone feel of the display.
New battery, new casing
With the more efficient processor and new battery, operating times of up to 15 hours should be achieved (manufacturer's specification). The casing has been slightly redesigned and the operating buttons have been ergonomically reworked. Hatching and a slight elevation of the keys now make it possible to find the keys blindly without having to take your eyes off the traffic.
Setting up the Hammerhead Karoo
This is very simple and there are several options:
-You already have a Hammerhead account, then you can do the setup there
-SRAM AXS app available, then you can log in and get started straight away
-You create an account online on the Hammerhead dashboard
-Settings directly on the Hammerhead Karoo device
The possibilities for realising your personal settings on the device and adapting them precisely to your needs are almost limitless. Data pages, layouts, multiple profiles...there are no limits to your imagination.
All this is very easy thanks to the intuitive and well thought-out menu navigation. There are already default settings if you don't want to be so creative.
If you have a SRAM AXS drivetrain, the connection is very simple, just press the button on the rear derailleur and you will be informed about all SRAM components.
Shimano DI2 shifters are currently blocked from direct integration, perhaps this will change in the future. An opensource AI2 is available for the Karoo 2, which enables the DI2 information to be displayed.
Navigation
One of the most important features of a bike computer is smart navigation. You can send your routes to your Hammerhead Karoo 3 in various ways. All routes that you save on your Hammerhead online dashboard are automatically synchronised with your Karoo 3. If you link a Komoot account with your Hammerhead account, the exchange will also take place without any problems.
If you want to adjust your route on the go, it's super easy: Set a destination on Google Maps or Apple Maps and send it directly to your Karoo 3 and the route will be planned according to your wishes (asphalt, gravel or MTB). Ingeniously simple in our opinion!
If you ever stray from the route, you will quickly receive a customised route.
Connectivity - connection to online training platforms
Komoot, Strava - no problem... connect accounts and routes, KOMS etc. are exchanged. New and very interesting is the possibility to connect Trainingpeaks and Trainerroad. Your planned workouts can be displayed on the Karoo. You can even use the workout player to graphically edit the display and, for example, label and display the intervals separately.
Technical data:
- Hammerhead Karoo 3 GPS bike computer with smart navigation and colour display3.2 inch display with a resolution of 480 x 800 Pixels
- touchscreen
- Waterproof according to IP67
- Quad core processor 2 GHz with 4 GB RAM on board
- Memory capacity totalling 64 GB
- 15 hours battery life (manufacturer's specification)
- Connectivity Bluetooth, ANT+, WLAN
- USB - C connection
- ulti-band localisation
- iOS and Android compatible
- 118 gram weight
Scope of delivery:
- Hammerhead Karoo 3 bike computer with smart Navigation
- 31.8 mm mount Hammerhead specific, quarter turn adapter for use with Garmin Mounts
- USB - C to USB - C charging cable
- Lanyard for protection against damage or loss
- Quick start guide