PTI Schwinn 12 Function Computer
The folks at Schwinn obviously know a thing or two about bike accessories and this 12-function instrument should come in handy for anyone looking to use their biking time for something other than a pleasant pedal around the neighborhood. Attach it to your bike or hold it on the attached cord and get information on your speed, average speed, maximum speed, trip distance, odometer readings, total distance, ride time, and more. Bearing in mind that it’s hard to push a lot of buttons while biking, the device features a single button control panel, allowing you to get the right information while still staying upright on the bike. –Charlie Williams
User Ratings and Reviews
2 Stars works.. but horrible display
If all you do is ride mid-day this thing will work fine.
But if you ever wear polarized sunglasses or ride any time dear dusk or dawn, the horribly cheap polarization on the LCD display will make this thing unreadable.
5 Stars Great little gadget
I just bought mine a couple days ago at a local WalMart, for a wee bit more than it costs here on Amazon — I didn’t plan well and needed it quick. Set it up in 5-10 minutes max, it seemed to work fine. Gotta be patient to put the magnet as close to the sensor as possible without touching, though. That is the only “time consuming” part of the setup. The owner’s manual lists a few wheel sizes and the corresponding C factor that you have to enter in the computer, and fortunately mine (26 x 2) was there, so I didn’t even have to mess with measuring tape and calculator.
Today I had my first ride with it, and it performed great for such an inexpensive product. I rode to the soccer field, which is exactly 5 miles from my place (as measured on Google maps and by car). Lo and behold, the little computer measured exactly 5 miles when I got there. I was impressed. It gives the current, average, and maximum speeds, odometer and trip meter, the riding time, and has a regular watch. It tells you whether you’re speeding up or down, and whether you are currently above or below your average speed. The ONLY thing I miss on this unit is a thermometer. It’s perfect apart from that.
If I wasn’t in a hurry, I would have bought the 17-function Schwinn one that is here on Amazon, since it costs a little less than I paid for the 12-function one and measures temperature — although I don’t know how accurate that is in direct sunlight anyway. I don’t care for measures of calories and stuff like that, since I don’t believe the manufacturers know my metabolism.
1 Star Schwin Bike computer
She only used it 2 times by the 3 time it would not register any speed or any distance she had been. Thank you
5 Stars Best Value bicycle speedometer.
I’ve had one of these for about six months and just ordered another from Amazon. This little computer is accurate, reliable and easy to use.
The display shows your speed in large letters and has a selectable smaller readout for whatever function you choose. I wind up having it show speed and time all the time. If you’re satisfied with a simple, cheap speedometer and only occasionally use the other functions, this is the one.
Here are some hints that fairly eliminate most of the small complaints.
1. Install the magnet close to the wheel’s hub and adjust it (twist the sensor in) so that the magnet passes as close as possible without touching.
2. Remove the computer when the bike is not in use. It has a quick release; store it inside or in your pocket and the battery will last.
3. Leaving it outside in direct sunlight may cause a dark splotch on the screen. This is normal for led displays, and goes away in a few seconds. Also see hint #2.
4. Read the manual to learn how to reset it (which buttons to hold down), and to calibrate it for your wheel size.
The only issues I’ve had: the buttons will eventually get some “play” if you use them a lot and become contrary, and I need to be careful to secure it firmly in the quick release mount (so that it doesn’t fall out when I hit a bump).
5 Stars Great for the price
The only problem with it is its in KM/Hr instead of Miles/Hr, otherwise, for the price, it works great.