Computer sensor issue
03-16-18, 03:49 PM
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Computer sensor issue
I have a sigma wireless computer on my bike. And my bike has an aero shaped front fork. The speed sensor need to be tilted a bit towards the spokes to sense the magnet on the spoke. When I hit a bump the sensor aligns with the fork and is then to far to sense the magnet. Any suggestions to help the sensor stay put?
03-16-18, 05:06 PM
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Cut a little piece of rubber from an old tube into the shape of the sensor where it touches the fork. Use it between the sensor base and the fork. I've found that gives it a bit more traction to stay put. If that's not enough, then some double-stick (i.e. carpet tape) can give even more grip.
03-16-18, 09:09 PM
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If you're gonna use double sided tape I prefer VHB tape. Or mount the sensor so it aligns with the fork like it wants to and get a stronger magnet. A 1/2" x 1/8" neodymium works well. Just place it on top of the existing magnet and you're good to go.
03-17-18, 07:52 AM
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If you have disc brakes, put large magnet on inside of the rotor. Get one of the 1-1/8" type off amazon.
(outboard likely doesn't fit due to caliber)
(outboard likely doesn't fit due to caliber)
03-18-18, 07:57 AM
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03-19-18, 08:44 AM
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late to the party, but wondering if it anyone mounts theirs on a back wheel & seatstay?
03-19-18, 09:08 AM
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For a wired sensor, you pretty much have to get a computer with cadence to get enough wire to run it to the back wheel.
Wireless, IME it gets iffy at that range. Shorter riders (with smaller frames) may not have that issue.
03-19-18, 01:28 PM
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I agree with [MENTION=212158]pdlamb[/MENTION]. the range is too small. Alternative is to mount the head on the TT near your saddle!
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03-20-18, 05:33 PM
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Garmin combined speed/cadence sensors are designed to be mounted on the rear wheel. Any ANT+ or Bluetooth sensor should be fine on the rear wheel. Other wireless computers will have issues.
