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Sigma Sport BC1606L DTS Wireless Bike Computer with Cadence
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Sigma Sport BC1606L DTS Wireless Bike Computer with Cadence

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The Sigma BC 1606L wireless computer serves the needs of the most demanding riders—and it comes with cadence!

  • Sleek digital radio speed/cadence sensor works without the need of a wire running between computer and fork
  • Backlight offers optimal readability even in the dark
  • An integrated storage chip prevents the loss of settings and total values during a battery change; low-battery indicator alerts you to make the change
  • Total values for time and distance are hidden while you ride, allowing you to focus more easily on functions necessary to the ride
  • Provides a programmable trip section counter and countdown timer
  • The BC 1606L also tracks the total accumulated distances of bikes one and two added together

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Item 760886

Sigma Sport BC1606L DTS Wireless Bike Computer with Cadence Specs

Specification

Description

Current speedYes
Maximum speedYes
Average speedYes
Speed comparatorYes
OdometerYes
Trip distanceYes
Stop watchYes
ClockYes
CadenceYes
Dual bike memoryYes
IlluminationYes
Low battery indicatorYes
WirelessYes

Sigma Sport BC1606L DTS Wireless Bike Computer with Cadence Customer Reviews

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Sigma Sport BC1606L DTS Wireless Bike Computer with Cadence
 
2.1

(based on 11 reviews)

27%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to read (6)

Cons

  • Inaccurate (4)

Best Uses

  • Serious training (4)
  • Commuting (3)
  • Reviewer Profile:
  • Avid cyclist (9)

Reviewed by 11 customers

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Mar

20

2008

(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

Easy, simple, shows you what you need.

By GadgetAdam

from Austin, TX

About Me Casual/ Recreational

Site Member

Pros

  • Easy to Read
  • Good price
  • No wires
  • Simple to Use
  • Works as advertised

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Charity Rides
    • Road Biking

    Comments about Sigma Sport BC1606L DTS Wireless Bike Computer with Cadence:

    I bought a Blackburn unit and didn't like it(couldn’t figure out how to use it even reading the user manual, too much cluttered info on the screen, too many buttons, would not mount to bike, etc). I got the Sigma and I love it. You can pretty much figure out how to set it up and use it without looking at the manual. When you do have to look at the manual you understand the thought behind the unit and don't have to look there again. The manual is designed for multi languages so the steps to install the unit are not 1, 2, 3. It's more like look at the photo and figure it out. If the supplied O rings don't work for your bike then you can always visit your hardware store and get smaller/larger ones. The screen is large and shows you what you need to see without too much more unless you scroll through the display settings. On my screen I have current speed and current cadence. It also shows you if your current speed is faster or slower than your average speed.
    Overall I’m happy with this unit and I like how it’s wireless. I haven’t had any problems with my unit so far.

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

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    Oct

    18

    2007

    (4 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

     
    3.0

    Nice computer but not too robust

    By Blurt

    from Ann Arbor, MI

    About Me Avid Cyclist

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Easy to Read
    • Lightweight

    Cons

    • Not Durable

    Best Uses

    • Commuting
    • Mountain Biking

    Comments about Sigma Sport BC1606L DTS Wireless Bike Computer with Cadence:

    The computer is lightweight and easy to read but not easy to use. The instructions are lacking and the wireless sensor moves around when using the provided rubber bands. Before each ride, some adjustment is necessary. Need a more robust sensor mounting sytem.

    Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

    (4 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

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    Jul

    3

    2008

    (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Does its job - no problem

    By roadscrape

    from Roswell, GA

    About Me Avid Cyclist

    Pros

    • Accurate
    • Durable
    • Easy to Read
    • Mounting System

    Cons

    • Instructions need text

    Best Uses

    • Recreational Riding
    • Serious Training

    Comments about Sigma Sport BC1606L DTS Wireless Bike Computer with Cadence:

    I bought a very nice used road bike with a Sigma wired computer mounted. I found the larger, uncompressed numbers much easier to read than my old Cateye. Weary of breaking computer wires, I did some research of various reviews and decided to give this Sigma wireless a try as I wanted cadence, too.

    I found the setup a bit touchy at first. The recommended magnet distance was followed (less than 20mm), but soon the readings proved inconsistant. I changed the magnet-to-sensor spacing to 10mm, and have never had a misread or flashing display since. I ride under a number of high volatage power lines, raw rural electric lines, and any number of microwave and cell towers - never had any electrical interference or misreads.

    One thing I did outside of follow the directions (which admittedly could use some text clarification in addition to all the drawings): the rear cadence sensor seemed to move around a bit on rough roads, so I added the second O-ring (comes with 2 sets). With 2 retainer rings, it is solidly in place, regardless of road chatter. Such O-rings can be bought at any hardware store (they're used in plumbing fixtures) - an economical bonus! I plan to get a second sensor/sender unit for my utility bike since Sigmas can accomodate 2 bikes with 1 computer.

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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    Aug

    31

    2008

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    As Good As It Gets

    By Bones The Biker

    from Anaheim, Ca

    About Me Avid Cyclist

    Pros

    • Accurate
    • Durable
    • Easy to Read
    • Waterproof

    Cons

    • none

    Best Uses

    • Road Racing
    • Serious Training

    Comments about Sigma Sport BC1606L DTS Wireless Bike Computer with Cadence:

    Very easy to use, and accurate. I currently use this for training and for all-out riding

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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    Aug

    26

    2008

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    1.0

    I would not buy this product again

    By goldstar

    from seattle,wa

    About Me Avid Cyclist

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Easy to Read

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Commuting
      • Serious Training

      Comments about Sigma Sport BC1606L DTS Wireless Bike Computer with Cadence:

      I could never get it to work more than 12 miles, first the mph quit working and then the cadence quit working. Got new batteries,but never could get the cadence to work. I think it needs a better mounting system. Sending it back.

      Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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      Oct

      23

      2007

      (1 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

       
      1.0

      Something's wrong with this computer

      By rickquatre

      from Seattle WA

      About Me Avid Cyclist

      Pros

      • None

      Cons

      • Doesn't work

      Best Uses

        Comments about Sigma Sport BC1606L DTS Wireless Bike Computer with Cadence:

        I have several bikes and several other computers but I needed one for a new bike and on the recommendation of the sales guy at REI I tried the SIGMA 1606L. It's too complicated to set up and over the course of several hours of riding it's worked for about 5 minutes. I've tried everything and all it does is keep pretty good time. I wouldn't buy another SIGMA product.

        Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

        (1 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

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        Aug

        17

        2009

         
        1.0

        BC1606L

        By Sewaneeman

        from Washington DC

        About Me Avid Cyclist

        Pros

        • Easy to Read

        Cons

        • Inaccurate

        Best Uses

        • Road Racing
        • Serious Training

        Comments about Sigma Sport BC1606L DTS Wireless Bike Computer with Cadence:

        This product is a great concept with great readout but the speed sensor never works, the instructions are impossible to read and the system is just not reliable. I wish had I had read customer reviews about this product before I bought it and regreat having switched from a plain speeed computer to this one. Its just not effective and it takes away from time riding bike and is not worth the anxiety about whether it will work.

        • Gift:
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        Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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        Apr

        12

        2009

         
        1.0

        Installation and Usage both Painful

        By arcova

        from Phoenix, AZ

        About Me Avid Cyclist

        Pros

          Cons

          • Cadence Sensor is a Joke
          • Inaccurate

          Best Uses

            Comments about Sigma Sport BC1606L DTS Wireless Bike Computer with Cadence:

            I've tried to use the Sigma BC1606 L cadence computer for 9 months. My largest problem has been with the cadence sensor just not working, or when it has worked it would be inaccurate. For example, a cadence of 85 RPMs would read as 160 RPMs. The speed sensor seems to be accurate but doesn't work 1/4 of the time you're wanting to use it.
            I've spent too much time on bike rides fussing with this product trying to get the cadence sensor to work when I could have been riding instead. It just takes away your ride time, so I've stopped using this product, and regret ever buying it.

            • Gift:
            • No

            Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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            Mar

            26

            2009

             
            1.0

            Marginal bike computer

            By 911skibum

            from Denver and Beaver Creek

            About Me Avid Cyclist

            Site Member

            Pros

              Cons

              • Inaccurate
              • Tough To Read

              Best Uses

              • Commuting
              • Mountain Biking

              Comments about Sigma Sport BC1606L DTS Wireless Bike Computer with Cadence:

              This is a very frustrating device to install and use. The instructions are poorly written. Operating the computer is difficult and you have to wonder why this cannot be a simplier design.

              The cadence function is a joke. It works for 10 seconds and then quits and then does not work. I have my sensors in the distance they recommend and still randomly works.

              I am not an engineer, but with the design problems, I could have come up with a better design.

              You end up messing around with the computer while riding and taking your eyes off of the road!!!!!

              The concept is nice but the working part is a disaster.

              • Gift:
              • No

              Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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              Feb

              27

              2009

               
              1.0

              Don't bother

              By txex

              from Seattle, WA

              About Me Avid Cyclist

              Site Member

              Pros

                Cons

                • Inaccurate

                Best Uses

                  Comments about Sigma Sport BC1606L DTS Wireless Bike Computer with Cadence:

                  This product was easy to place on bike however once set up it plain just did not work. Constantly adjusted placement on fork and off crank (for cadence). When speed/distance would register it would only work a mile or 2 then lose connection. Same with cadence although it sent data more consistently- however mid-ride it would just stop working altogether. I took this on 4 different lengthy rides with constant adjustments and just would not work. Don't waste your time or money.

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                  Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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