GarminBike Speed and Cadence Sensor Bundle(Return to Product Page)

My initial impression was to rate this product five stars in both categories. I really like these units. They clean up the bike. Eliminate the clunky cadencespeed pickup from the chain stay and the magnet from the spokes.

My issue is with the mounting system for the cadence unit. When I first mounted it I was sloppy and my shoe rubbed against the mounting rubber bands. Wore through them on the first ride. I took great care when remounting to be sure the shoe would not rub. Worked fine for about two months and now I see one of the three bands in the mounting strap has broken. I'm in jeopardy of loosing the unit.

I do not know of a source for spare mounting straps. I'm using a double sided sticky strip and very narrow zip ties. I wish the unit were designed with zip ties in mind. They would be as thin as the current mounting strap, more durable and replaceable.

i hated the magnet on my back wheel, and i thought the cadence sensor was hideous... anyway, when i saw my buddy riding he had this sensor on his back wheel, and he told me Garmin has a new speedcadence sensor. I had to have it.

I had problems hooking it up...but come to find the battery was dead. Nice... Anyway, i replaced the battery and it's worked solid ever since. I've NEVER had a problem with it.

And, it looks a whole lot better than your ugly sensor dangling off your bike!

I had the older cadence/speed sensor which used a magnet on the crank arm and one on a spoke but when I got the new Edge 1000 decided to upgrade. I question the silicone bands ability to withstand breaking down in the elements but like the way they connect. Sometimes while riding the cadence numbers will jump around a little, maybe - 10 rooms and the stabilize for awhile but it averages out at end of ride. Looks nice not having the big sensor mounted to the chain stay.

Road cyclist, all gadgetry is cool & helpful,a breeze to apply to bike,wireless,no setup I have Garmin 820 it finds the sensor.After they're picked up, the sensor icons appear on the top of 820 screen so you can see which ones are active,good for troubleshooting faulty sensor. Good stuff

This unit works satisfactorily with my Garmin Edge 820. Although I sometimes see very brief fluctuations in my speed readings, the unit delivers an accurate total mileage at the end of a ride. I do not see errant maximum cadence readings like I have with another brand ANT cadence sensor. These are quick and easy to install. I would buy again.

Works well with my watch and while on a trainer.

Works as advertised. Still feel like they are the best speed and cadence sensors around. ANT is definitely still the most reliable connectivity around for both indoor and outdoor training. Pairs easily with Garmin computers, watches, and anything else that supports ANT

The summary says it all. Very easy to install and pair with your garmin device. Helps track accurate cadence during indoor woorkouts. Well worth the money.

Prior pair needed replacing at just under 20,000 miles of all weather use.

Positives

1. More reliable than prior magnet versions (sensor adjustments often needed on magnetic sensors due to my chainstay shape.

2. Easy to change batteries

3. Batteries last over 3,000 miles

4. Less wet weather concerns

Improvement needed

A. Cadence sensor has delayed response to bike computer and power meter

B. It would be great if replacement speed sensor covers were available. Cover gets loose over time.

Use on my new flat bar bike, works great!

This worked great, I needed to know my speed and cadence for swift on rollers... worked fine

I use it whenever I ride. The speed sensor makes your speed more reliable than the GPS. The cadence sensor allows you to know when to go to a lower or higher gear to keep up pedal power.

Great price, occasionally drops, but most of the time it just works. It would be nice if it communicated with my phone, but ultimately works great.

I am glad to be out of the spoke magnet business. I still have a sensor rather than a magnet attached to my left pedal so I don't gain much there. Everything is working well. No problem with pairing to my 820 Garmin.

Easy to install. Water proof. Works great. Can easily switch to other bikes if desired.