Michael has one of those Forerunner models. I haven't seen anyone with an Edge 305 yet.mikesbytes wrote:I think that geoffs has one of those garmin ones.
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Postby sogood » Tue Jun 26, 2007 8:56 pm
RK wrote:And that is Wikipedia - I can write my own definition.
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Postby Bnej » Tue Jun 26, 2007 9:08 pm
The CicloSport uses an O-ring to mount the bracket, which works on either the stem or handlebar. It was a bit awkward to mount with the narrow fork clearance. Have had it out in heavy rain and nothing bad happened. It has a 2 bike system so now I can get a cheaper kit to use it on the new MTB too.
I don't see myself getting any benefit from cadence, the main things I'm interested in are distance and average speed.
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Postby mikesbytes » Tue Jun 26, 2007 9:35 pm
Michael McK. ?sogood wrote:Michael has one of those Forerunner models. I haven't seen anyone with an Edge 305 yet.mikesbytes wrote:I think that geoffs has one of those garmin ones.
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Postby sogood » Wed Jun 27, 2007 6:33 am
No, Colnago Michael.mikesbytes wrote:Michael McK. ?sogood wrote:Michael has one of those Forerunner models. I haven't seen anyone with an Edge 305 yet.mikesbytes wrote:I think that geoffs has one of those garmin ones.
Oh, my head just ticked over. You were talking about GS. Yes, I think he has one but I have not seen the unit.
RK wrote:And that is Wikipedia - I can write my own definition.
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Postby Aushiker » Wed Jun 27, 2007 10:27 am
How long you being using it for Michael? Any use in the rain?MichaelB wrote:I have a Sigma BC 1606L DTS (wireless with cadence) purchasedoff Ebay for $95. Had no problems with it and the light is handy.
Seems to be mixed reports on the wireless model.
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Postby MichaelB » Wed Jun 27, 2007 10:39 am
About 4 months now, but previously had a BC1206 (wired) that had been in use for 9 months (upgraded with the new bike).Aushiker wrote:How long you being using it for Michael? Any use in the rain?MichaelB wrote:I have a Sigma BC 1606L DTS (wireless with cadence) purchasedoff Ebay for $95. Had no problems with it and the light is handy.
Seems to be mixed reports on the wireless model.
Regards
Andrew
Been in the rain a few times with no hassle at all.
Only issue to date is that the cadence magnet moved on the crank arm, but that is now fixed.
The size & the clarity of the display is very good.
I bought the Sigma as the budget didn't stretch to the Polar CS200cad at the time.
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Postby Mulger bill » Wed Jun 27, 2007 10:57 pm
I've got the BC 1606L DTS too...MichaelB wrote:1 About 4 months now, but previously had a BC1206 (wired) that had been in use for 9 months (upgraded with the new bike).
2 Been in the rain a few times with no hassle at all.
3 Only issue to date is that the cadence magnet moved on the crank arm, but that is now fixed.
4 The size & the clarity of the display is very good.
1 Since early March for me
2 Laughs at rain so far on the commute
3 Agreed, in my case it was the huge hollow on the rear of the crank, a bit of 2pack epxoy sorted it for good
4 Agreed again, I'm very happy with the unit overall.
Bnej, I used to think that way with the MTB, but I listened to this lot...
A cadence readout will improve distance and ave speed by letting you use the engine more efficiently.
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Postby europa » Thu Jun 28, 2007 6:30 pm
Did you have to recalibrate it afterwards?McPete wrote:I've just remembered to give an update:
I was riding to school a few months ago, and went to change mode by pushing the button, which caused it to fly off and it was promptly run over! The lack of a locking mechanism got me!
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Postby Aushiker » Fri Jun 29, 2007 4:29 pm
Will let you all know how it goes for sure.
Thanks for all the advice.
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Postby Matty » Sun Jul 01, 2007 10:05 pm
Damn, that sucks. At least you have an excuse to upgradeMcPete wrote:I've just remembered to give an update:
I was riding to school a few months ago, and went to change mode by pushing the button, which caused it to fly off and it was promptly run over! The lack of a locking mechanism got me!
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Postby MichaelB » Mon Jul 02, 2007 8:42 am
Hmmm. Cleaned the bike on Saturday im prep for ride on Sunday.MichaelB wrote:About 4 months now, but previously had a BC1206 (wired) that had been in use for 9 months (upgraded with the new bike).Aushiker wrote:How long you being using it for Michael? Any use in the rain?MichaelB wrote:I have a Sigma BC 1606L DTS (wireless with cadence) purchasedoff Ebay for $95. Had no problems with it and the light is handy.
Seems to be mixed reports on the wireless model.
Regards
Andrew
Been in the rain a few times with no hassle at all.
Only issue to date is that the cadence magnet moved on the crank arm, but that is now fixed.
The size & the clarity of the display is very good.
I bought the Sigma as the budget didn't stretch to the Polar CS200cad at the time.
Speed sensor unit decides that it doesn't like working anymore. Worked fine last ride. Changed battery and fiddled, but seems to be dead.
See how Ebay warranty works ....
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Postby MichaelB » Tue Jul 10, 2007 10:50 am
Time for a bit of an update : Contacted Sigma Sport via the web and got a phone call from the agent in Melbourne that day !!! Said "send it over, and we'll look at it". Cool.MichaelB wrote:Hmmm. Cleaned the bike on Saturday im prep for ride on Sunday.MichaelB wrote:About 4 months now, but previously had a BC1206 (wired) that had been in use for 9 months (upgraded with the new bike).Aushiker wrote: How long you being using it for Michael? Any use in the rain?
Seems to be mixed reports on the wireless model.
Regards
Andrew
Been in the rain a few times with no hassle at all.
Only issue to date is that the cadence magnet moved on the crank arm, but that is now fixed.
The size & the clarity of the display is very good.
I bought the Sigma as the budget didn't stretch to the Polar CS200cad at the time.
Speed sensor unit decides that it doesn't like working anymore. Worked fine last ride. Changed battery and fiddled, but seems to be dead.
See how Ebay warranty works ....
Anyway, it seems like it was a bit waterlogged as it is now OK, so will see what happens in the near future before sending it off.
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Postby tuco » Tue Jul 10, 2007 1:40 pm
Has any had any of the parts fall of the bike? They're only held on with rubber bands.
I installed one to someone's bike and got into my bits box and grabbed a few cable ties to add to the cadence sensor and the display unit. Still haven't found a way to cable tie the speed sensor on but I'm working on that.
Also, the speed sensor keeps moving and eventually hits the magnet. I've tried double sided tape and a hot glue gun but nothing seems to stick to the rubber pad on the speed sensor unit. My next step is to use magic which I'm not real good with only being a novice.
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Postby Mulger bill » Wed Jul 11, 2007 7:13 pm
Agreed there with the cadence sender and head unit Tuco.tuco wrote:Sigma BC 1606L DTS (wireless with cadence)
Has any had any of the parts fall of the bike? They're only held on with rubber bands.
I installed one to someone's bike and got into my bits box and grabbed a few cable ties to add to the cadence sensor and the display unit. Still haven't found a way to cable tie the speed sensor on but I'm working on that.
Also, the speed sensor keeps moving and eventually hits the magnet. I've tried double sided tape and a hot glue gun but nothing seems to stick to the rubber pad on the speed sensor unit. My next step is to use magic which I'm not real good with only being a novice.
It was bloody hard getting enough stretch for the speed sensor and yes it did move about till I wrapped some old tube around the fork leg, seems the rubber to pad contact works (for now.)
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Postby Matty » Wed Jul 11, 2007 10:29 pm
With the cadence magnet, on one page of the manual it shows two different sizes for it. One a thinner one and another a thicker one. I was wondering if you guys got both the thin and thick magnet or a little riser for it?
Also what's the small thin rectangular piece of plastic for?
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Postby MichaelB » Thu Jul 12, 2007 8:59 am
I got one magnet and a small plastic riser. Haven't used the riser, but needed to put some tape on the crank to stop it moving.Matty wrote:I just got my Sigma 1606L and just have a quick question.
With the cadence magnet, on one page of the manual it shows two different sizes for it. One a thinner one and another a thicker one. I was wondering if you guys got both the thin and thick magnet or a little riser for it?
Also what's the small thin rectangular piece of plastic for?
Re Tuco's Q : Yes, I have had one band break, but that was becuase I tried to adjust the speed sensor on the fly and it contacted the magnet. Other than that - no.
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Postby tuco » Thu Jul 12, 2007 8:59 am
Hi Matty,Matty wrote:I just got my Sigma 1606L and just have a quick question.
With the cadence magnet, on one page of the manual it shows two different sizes for it. One a thinner one and another a thicker one. I was wondering if you guys got both the thin and thick magnet or a little riser for it?
Also what's the small thin rectangular piece of plastic for?
Who reads manuals?
The package I opened had two magnets, one for the speed sensor (thin one) and one for the cadence (thick one). No separate riser for it. The larger one appeared to already be mounted on a little 10mm (?) square block. Actually you just reminded me I still have work to do on the install I did. The crank was hollow at the back and the magnet is a little floppy.
The small thin rectangular piece of plastic is used to open the battery cover on the cadence and or speed sensor. The two pins match up with two holes on the battery covers.
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