Cateye Strada Cadence Computer - Sensor attachment help!

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• bobones Posts: 1,070

  June 2011

  Same problem with my Sigma computer so I cable tied the cadence magnet to the top edge of the crank and used some "no more nails on a roll" double sided tape under the magnet to stick it down more securely. This has worked fine for me.
  
  The other tip I hear is to use a 12mm neodymium disc magnet in the pedal axle hole. If you've got steel pedal axles the magnet will hold securely and it will be a very neat looking solution. I'm not sure my cranks have enought clearence from the chainstay to avoid hitting the sensor with this method. Magnets are like these here http://www.first4magnets.com/12mm-diame ... l-82-c.asp

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• ohara227 Posts: 225

  June 2011

  Hi
  
  I have the Cateye V3 with cadence sensor, like yours my crank is hollow on the back. However I have just popped it on and it works fine, does not slip around the side - I did use pliers to get a good hold of the tie and pull it.
  
  Hope its ok

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• bobones Posts: 1,070

  July 2011

  Thought I'd try the magnet in pedal spindle hole so I bought some magnets from the local Staples (http://www.staples.co.uk/display-presentation-boards-and-easels/dry-wipe-board-accessories/staples-black-magnets-pack-of-10?r=se pack of 10 for £3.99). They're 12.7mm in diameter and fit the spindle hole perfectly. I had to remount the Sigma cadence sensor on the underside of the chainstay to get clearance from the crank arm, but it works a treat and looks much neater than having cable ties around the crank arm. Worth a try if you can get enough clearance.

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