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Cycling Computers, Cycling Electronics
Wahoo Rpm Cycling Speed/Cadence Sensor for Outdoor, Spin and Stationary Bikes
$60.99 $69.99
- SPEED / CADENCE MEASUREMENT – Track and capture real-time cycling speed and cadence with compatible training apps, including Wahoo SYSTM & RGT, Zwift, and Peloton Digital iOS App via Bluetooth
- CYCLING CADENCE – The number of revolutions per minute (RPM) you complete at a given speed. By learning how to increase and train your cycling cadence, or the rate at which you pedal, you’ll improve your cycling efficiency and allow yourself to pedal for longer, faster.
- DUAL BAND TECHNOLOGY – Integrated with ANT+ and Bluetooth Smart capabilities, Wahoo’s RPM Speed & Cadence sensors connect to smartphones, tablets, and bike computers.
- SLEEK AND EASY TO INSTALL (NO MAGNETS) – Universal fit fits most bikes and frame sizes. Cadence sensor attaches to a bike’s crank arm or shoe; Speed sensor attaches to a bike’s wheel hub. Mounts included
- VISIBLE CONNECTION – Two LED lights give instant feedback: the sensor’s device connection (blue) and RPM detection (one red blink per crank turn).
MC –
I’ve been using Runmeter on my iPhone to track my rides. However, while using GPS for pace is fine for running, it’s not so good for tracking speed, as GPS has a natural delay and doesn’t update as frequently as needed to give a truly accurate speed reading. Having a dedicated sensor solves that problem.
What attracted me to this was how there is no magnet. For those who aren’t aware, traditional speed sensors require placing a small magnet onto a spoke, and then mounting a sensor to the frame. You had to get them just right, too, particularly with keeping a small a gap as possible between the magnet and the sensor. Plus, I was never fully confident the speed was very accurate since the calibration is done using your wheel diameter and the magnet/sensor might anywhere within that radius.
These sensors use a gyroscope to sense actual motion. The speed sensor goes onto the hub of a wheel with a rubber band, which is quite beefy and holds tight. It’s that simple! The cadence sensor was just as easy — use the included zip ties to secure it to the inside of the left crank arm, and done! I have no worries that either will fall off.
Pairing them with my iPhone 6 Plus was perfectly easy, too. I had to wait for one to go to sleep before I could pair the second one, but that wasn’t so bad and I had no problems at all. I’ve read other reviews where people said they wouldn’t pair or stay connected, but I wonder how much of those were due to personal savviness and rather than the product itself. For me, everything worked perfectly during setup. I’ve been on several 30+ mile trips since the sensors were installed and I haven’t had a lick of trouble.
Speaking of Bluetooth, I must say that I haven’t really noticed any reduction in battery life on my iPhone after putting these into use. I’m sure it does take a little extra juice for my phone to use them, but the difference has been imperceivable (which is to be expected from any Bluetooth Low Energy device).
They’ll emit a quick blue blink once every couple of seconds so that you’ll know whether they’re on. But it’s not excessive and you won’t even see it while you’re riding. The only time I’ve noticed it is when walking my bike in and out of my apartment.
Note that you’re not restricted to using the app provided by Wahoo to track your speed and cadence. Most of the well-known fitness apps include functionality for using external sensors, you just have to make the app aware that you have them, and they’ll use them.
There’s only one complaint, and it’s trivial. When I pulled these out of the box, they were already blinking at me. The means that at any point during shipment where there was motion, they were on, wasting the battery away. So, the cadence sensor is already at 50% on the first day. I don’t know if they came from the factory without a battery insulator, of if perhaps mine was a returned set where the insulators had already been pulled out (but mine seemed brand-new). Whatever, it’s okay — they’re replaceable and certainly has no bearing on the quality of the sensors themselves. The batteries are supposed to last a year or two, so it’s fine.
Wahoo seems to be the leading innovator in Bluetooth and ANT+ sensors intended to be used by third-party apps. These are working beautifully for me, and so were worth every penny!
MC –
Amazon Customer –
I’m an old man who still needs to exercise.
I have used these on my outdoor bike with an indoor bike trainer to keep me from slacking off. Since being retired I find slacking off is much easier than it used to be.
So far they have worked flawlessly and connect seamlessly to the free app that works on android or IPhone or tablets.
I set mini goals like increasing my average speed or cadence daily by a small amount. I listen to a book on tape (on my phone) while tracking my speed and cadence on my tablet It makes that daily exercise routine something I almost look forward to.
Feel better, not much improvement in my looks however😀.
Beats the old magnet type Speedo’s and is a great value IMO.
Amazon Customer –
Cyclist’s Opinion –
Excellent.
Cyclist’s Opinion –
kari –
Ich habe kürzlich die Wahoo RPM Sensoren für Geschwindigkeit und Trittfrequenz ausprobiert und bin wirklich zufrieden damit. Die Installation war ein Kinderspiel, was mich positiv überrascht hat. Man braucht keine speziellen Werkzeuge, und die Sensoren sind so klein und unauffällig, dass sie kaum auffallen.
In der Praxis funktionieren die Sensoren hervorragend. Die Verbindung mit meiner Fahrradcomputer-App hat sofort geklappt, und die Daten, die ich erhalte, sind sehr genau. Vor allem die Trittfrequenz kann ich jetzt während der Fahrt genau im Blick behalten, was mir hilft, meinen Trittstil zu verbessern.
Ein weiterer Pluspunkt ist die Kompatibilität mit verschiedenen Apps und Geräten. Egal, welche App ich nutze, die Sensoren arbeiten immer zuverlässig. Auch die Batterielaufzeit ist wirklich gut – ich musste bisher noch nicht einmal die Batterien wechseln.
Alles in allem sind die Wahoo RPM Sensoren eine tolle Ergänzung für mein Fahrrad. Sie sind einfach zu installieren, präzise und funktionieren reibungslos. Wenn du auf der Suche nach einem guten Geschwindigkeits- und Trittfrequenzsensor bist, kann ich diese definitiv empfehlen.
kari –
Emil –
Fantastisch product, eenvoudige activatie en simpel in gebruik. Werkt enkel volledig met de laatste bluetooth versie anders kan je beide sensoren niet tegelijkertijd gebruiken maar slechts één. Spijtig dat de bijgeleverde batterijen niet voorzien waren van een clip zodat ze niet leeg lopen. Ze waren slechts 30% en 20% zo goed als leeg dus. Vandaar geen 5 sterren.
De snelheidssensor is enkel met een strap voorzien wat ik persoonlijk niet zo goed vind, qua duurzaamheid is dit niet betrouwbaar en is het mogelijk dat je de sensor verliest tijdens het rijden.
Emil –
kari –
Does the job
kari –
HawkeyeCubs34 –
I’ll admit, not so shamefully, that I am a bike snob. I am also a user of both Wahoo and Garmin which I believe allows me to give a great comparative opinion. My primary bike, which is a carbon frame Cervelo, has the latest generation and very easy to install Garmin sensors. My secondary bike is a clunker aluminum road bike has these Wahoo speed and cadence sensors. The reason I have them on my secondary bike is because I use that one on an indoor trainer and want to connect to my iPad for Trainer Road using the Bluetooth feature found in Wahoo sensors. It appears that no Garmin devices use Bluetooth, even the latest generation. I previously had the older generation Garmin speed and cadence sensors on my secondary bike which are ANT only and needed a USB dongle to connect to trainer apps, confining me to my computer for Trainer Road. I did not want my laptop occupied while I was on the trainer so that others in the household can use it during such time. Additionally, Bluetooth seems to play better with the indoor training apps than an ANT USB dongle, at least in my experience. I do use my secondary bike outdoors, but not for racing or high speed club rides, so I don’t need 100% perfection for outdoor readings when using my secondary bike since it’s my errand runner/commuter/backup road bike.
Overall these sensors are pretty solid. My Garmin Edge 500 will pick them up, and they are ideal if you want to use an iPad, iPhone or other bluetooth device for Trainer Road, Zwift, etc. You can also use Bluetooth and ANT at the same time to get readings on both your trainer app and ANT head unit. The physical installation was fairly easy, significantly more so than the previous generation of speed and cadence sensors. I will notice the readings are not perfectly stable 100% of the time, but it’s certainly no hindrance. One thing to note, is that it is recommended you download the Wahoo Utility app on your phone to make sure these devices have the latest firmware, in addition to making sure your Garmin head unit has the latest firmware. This could be why other reviewers complain that the sensors discontinue working after a certain period of time.
The final verdict is that these Wahoo speed and cadence sensors are a good product, better than other speed and cadence sensors, but not better than Garmin. For what I use them for, secondary bike/indoor trainer, they serve their purpose well. I choose them specifically for the Bluetooth connectivity which is an excellent feature. Depending on what you do, whether it’s leisure riding, moderate to fast club training rides, or even racing, and your level of acceptable data error/reading dropout from your head unit, they should work just fine. These are second place in terms of brand to Garmin for bike sensors. They are pretty good, but being a user of both, I will say Garmin is definitely better and I very much prefer Garmin on my primary bike which gets the most use, especially outdoors. If you have one bike and do not use trainer apps where you need Bluetooth connectivity, go with the Garmin sensors. Just my opinion, but either way you can’t really go wrong.
HawkeyeCubs34 –
Jill Clark –
I purchased the speed and cadence sensor for my Sunny spin bike (also purchased on Amazon). I fit the cadence sensor in the rubber case with the included zip ties by my left pedal no problem. The speed sensor is more difficult and not as accurate for spin bike just because it wasn’t designed for stationary bike use. Luckily the Sunny bike has enough clearance by the wheel that nothing has to be adjusted. I had a random elastic Velcro strap (I think once used for keeping loose cables tidy) and it works perfectly for keeping the sensor in place during the ride. We’ve used the bike quite a bit with no slippage at all. The included double sided tape didn’t work to stick to the axel, it just peeled off the powdery paint. I saw a YouTube video of a guy using a zip tie to attach the sensor as well. Lots of options!
The app was very simple to use and very simple to pair each sensor. My husband and I each have an account so we can monitor and log our own rides. I’m still not 100% sure how well it pairs with my other apps, I’ve seen it double log a workout…. I’m not concerned enough to figure it out.
Jill Clark –
franklin –
they work great seemed accurate they can connect to garmin watch too i didn’t know that that was a good surprise !
easy install
franklin –
Jill Clark –
Sorry there isn’t a close up. But like others I used these for my peloton app. They are easy to mount/use and work great. I used the strap that’s supposed to wrap around a bike axel and wrapped it around my crank handle. I used the double sided tape to mount the speed sensor to the front wheel. Some reviews said it wouldn’t come up unless mounted at a certain orientation. Mine is mounted like a magnet on a fridge and “wakes up” just fine. No the speed won’t be accurate that way but we found a work around for that. A friend with a peloton looked at their cadence count and correlating speed during a specific number. Using that we chose a random wheel size via the app until the speed and cadence matched as close as possible rather than choosing the actual wheel size we had which wouldn’t have been as accurate. It’s not perfect but close enough for our needs. Can now work on zwift if we wanted but mostly use the peloton app.
Jill Clark –