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SIGMA SPORT BC1609 / STS Cadence Bike Computer - Wireless

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The Sigma Sport BC1609 / STS Cadence wireless bike computer is meant for training. It features countdown, stop watch and cadence measurement.

Temperature display, 2 wheel size setting and an illuminated display round off the wide variety of functions
Shows current and average cadence and a comparison of current and average speed
Total distance and total ride time for Bike 1, Bike 2 and Bike 1 + 2 (neither shown while riding)
Programmable trip section counts up and counts down
Adjusts for 2 different wheel sizes; automatic recognition of second bike
Backlight optimizes readability at night
When battery starts to run out, a corresponding warning appears on the display; all presettings and total values remain intact when battery is changed
7 language settings
Watertight design and tool-free mounting
Batteries included, but not installed
Includes a voucher to download the latest version of Data Center Software at 50% off; allows manual data input to your PC from each trip for detailed evaluation

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SIGMA SPORT BC1609 / STS Cadence Bike Computer - Wireless Customer Reviews

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SIGMA SPORT BC1609 / STS Cadence Bike Computer - Wireless

3.8

(based on 13 reviews)

73%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Easy to read (10)
Lightweight (7)
Accurate (6)
Waterproof (6)

Cons

Best Uses

Commuting (7)
Serious training (5)
Road racing (4)

- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid cyclist (9), Casual/ recreational (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (11)

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Apr

2013

2.0

Inconsistent performance

By TJPTJP

from Washington, DC

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Accurate
Easy to Read

Cons

Best Uses

Commuting

Comments about SIGMA SPORT BC1609 / STS Cadence Bike Computer - Wireless:

Let me start with the couple of things that I like. I like the handlebar amount; it's very solid and the unit is easy to slip on and off. Second, the display is easy to read; the numbers are large and the format is crisp. Here's what I don't like. First, I wanted more data on the screen. It only displays current speed and trip distance. I can push buttons to see time, temperature, etc., but I'd like some of that data on the screen even if each number is a bit smaller. Second, and this is the deal-breaker, it doesn't always pick up when I am moving. That's because of a very poorly designed sensor on the wheel. It's simply not very stable and I frequently have to make small adjustments to ensure that it's capturing my movement. My old sensor screwed onto the spoke and it never failed to pick up my movement (I replaced it because the batteries in the computer kept failing, which indicated some "electrical" problem). I estimate that 50% of the time with this unit I have to adjust the sensor to ensure it picks up motion. It does not securely attach to the spoke. I will probably return this unit because of this problem.

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Dec

2012

5.0

I love it

By Cyclist Wanabee

from Etowah, NC

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Accurate
Easy to Read
Lightweight
Waterproof

Cons

Best Uses

Commuting
Road Biking

Comments about SIGMA SPORT BC1609 / STS Cadence Bike Computer - Wireless:

This is my first bike computer and I love it. Very easy to install without any tools.
The display is large and easy to read and it did not take me long to figure out how to use the different functions.

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Oct

2012

4.0

Good wireless with cadence buy

By DF in OC

from OC, CA

About Me Avid Cyclist

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Pros

Durable
Easy to Read
Lightweight
Waterproof

Cons

Best Uses

Commuting
Road Racing
Serious Training

Comments about SIGMA SPORT BC1609 / STS Cadence Bike Computer - Wireless:

I have a BC 1009 wired model on my mtb but thought I'd try a wireless cadence model on my road bike. I like it a lot. It's large letters/numbers are easier to see than my old Cateye. Now, it is off a bit on mileage when set to their reco'd value for 700c wheels but that could be remedied by playing around with a different value. Compared to my Strava which is GPS-based, it registers about 1/3 mile too much. Install was easy. I didn't like that the cadence battery was installed as it gave out after 3 months. They should ship it loose like the main battery. It picks up signal very quickly so I don't know why others said it lost data due to lag. Overall, very pleased.

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Jun

2012

(0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Great unit

By adam-ski-Vail

from whitePlains NY

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Accurate
Attractive
Easy to Read
Lightweight

Cons

Hard to install on Trek

Best Uses

Road Biking
Road Racing
Serious Training

Comments about SIGMA SPORT BC1609 / STS Cadence Bike Computer - Wireless:

I like this but for most riders this unit is more than they need but by all means get it you will not regredit

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Apr

2012

4.0

Almost perfect, but not quite

By Leftso

from Baltimore, MD

About Me Avid Cyclist

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Pros

Easy to install
Easy to Read
Many features

Cons

Best Uses

Commuting
Serious Training

Comments about SIGMA SPORT BC1609 / STS Cadence Bike Computer - Wireless:

I have this model on my road bike and the same one (minus cadence sensor) on my mountain bike. I chose this to replace a basic Cateye because I liked the readout and the various other stats it provides. It gives a good variety of information and the readout is large and easy to see. Scrolling is simple enough, although not quite as simple as the one giant clicker on the Cateye. Easy setup, lots of options, can be switched between bikes if you want. Speed and distance match up with the GPS on my phone, so if they're not accurate they're at least only as inaccurate as my other tools!

What I don't like about the computer is that it seems to often take a little while to register movement when I first get going. I've noticed it on my road bike, taking about 30-35 seconds to start up (minor annyoance, but still...). Yesterday on my mountain bike it took over a mile before it began to register...Lame! Not really sure what's up with that, since it's quite easy to tell if the sensor is engaged and it still sometimes stalls. In addition, I wish it was easier to install it to the stem; it's meant to go on the handlebar, but if you want to put it on your stem be advised that you'll need one of those tiny screwdrivers that are used for eyeglass repair.

That aside, however, both this model and the cadence-less one are a good value for the price and I prefer them to the other types I've tried.

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Mar

2012

2.0

Not what I expected

By NoOriginalName

from Ft. Collins, CO

About Me Competitive Cyclist

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Pros

Lightweight
Low Battery Warning
Temp
Waterproof

Cons

Too many buttons
Weak Sensor Mounts

Best Uses

New Road Rider
Rec Road

Comments about SIGMA SPORT BC1609 / STS Cadence Bike Computer - Wireless:

For someone who has never used a cyclocompter before, the Sigma is fine. Lg display, Temp, Low Btry, & all the basics. Generally simple setup.

However if you've used other computers before and know the difference, the Sigma takes/needs way too much fiddling while riding. Also the wireless range between sensor & computer is extremely tight. Also remember you have 3 batteries to track (1 comp & 2 sensors).

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Oct

2011

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

I love it!

By DavidInMN

from Minneapolis, MN

About Me Avid Cyclist

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Pros

Easy to Read
Good Design
Good functions
Good Value
Lightweight
Waterproof

Cons

Best Uses

General biking

Comments about SIGMA SPORT BC1609 / STS Cadence Bike Computer - Wireless:

I have two of these computers - one on my single bike and one on my tandem - and have used them for two seasons. I have found the Sigma computers to be a very good value. I particularly like the 1609 because (a) it is wireless, (b) it has cadence, and (c) the display is big enough that my 50-something eyes can easily read it while riding. Yeah, there is a trade-off with large numbers on the display: unless the manufacturer makes the unit huge you only get to see a limited amount of information at one time. Personally, I would rather have speed and cadence that I can read versus a ton of information that I cannot. If you have young eyes that can read small print and want tons of information available to you at a single glance, this is probably not the unit for you.

In response to some complaints in other reviews:
Yes, the instructions are brief, but wholly adequate given that installation is incredibly simple.
There ARE holes for cable ties, exactly where they need to be. Think like a cable tie and you will easily find them.
Yes, the display unit takes a few seconds to match up with the sensor, but it is no big deal and I would assume similar to what you will get with any wireless unit.
If the computer stops reading consistently, you might check the distance between the magnet and sensor... I have had no problems with reliability.

The one improvement I would like to see is to make the mount slightly more secure. I had another Sigma with the same mount. Near the end of a century, while a bit delirious, I somehow managed to hit the computer with my hand and knocked it out of the mount. I consider this a freak accident, though, as in several years of riding with Sigma computers this has happened to me exactly once.

My girlfriend needs a computer for her bike and I will almost certainly buy yet another one of these for her...

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Aug

2011

5.0

Now Cheaper

By scout005

from PA

About Me Avid Cyclist

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Pros

Cons

Best Uses

Comments about SIGMA SPORT BC1609 / STS Cadence Bike Computer - Wireless:

These are now 8/1/11 on sale at [...].I had it installed at REI while there for some drive train adjustments. On the way home a massive thunderstorm beat down rain on the computer/bike mounted on the back of the car. No leaks, no hiccups and accurate data checked with a GPS. Need i say more? I bought two.

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Jul

2011

(0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

UGH quit working after a month

By forgetaboutit

from Central Florida

About Me Avid Cyclist

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Pros

Lightweight

Cons

Not Waterproof

Best Uses

Paperweight

Comments about SIGMA SPORT BC1609 / STS Cadence Bike Computer - Wireless:

This thing just quit working after a month. Ok well, once in a while it works. Yesterday I rode 10 miles and it recorded 0.04 miles.

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May

2011

4.0

Good enough

By Kindred

from Green Bay, WI

About Me Avid Cyclist

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Pros

Accurate
Easy to Read
Flexible mounting system

Cons

Skimpy manual

Best Uses

Serious Training

Comments about SIGMA SPORT BC1609 / STS Cadence Bike Computer - Wireless:

Wanted wireless, cadence and a large clear display to train for a century ride on my road bike. This bike computer succeeds well in all three areas. I was impressed with the mounting system. Given the curvey relationship between the crank arm and frame on my bike, there ended up being only one small area on the chain stay where the cadence sensor could be mounted. This mounting configuration resulted in the maximum suggested gap of 12mm, with the sensor at a slight angle to the magnet on the crank arm. Bingo . . not a lick of trouble from the wireless displaying either cadence or speed. The O rings make installation fast and easy; one tie is required for the magnet on the crank arm. I checked the speed and distance against a GPS and the deviation between the two was nominal.

My only two nicks on this unit are the lack of a clear instruction manual and I thought it was a bit pricey considering a small uptick in price brings the Sigma unit into play with a heart monitor (at the cost of smaller display characters due to running 3 lines on the display rather than just 2.)

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