Customer Reviews

Cateye CC-MC100W Micro Wireless 10-Function Bicycle Computer (Silver)

5 star:		(18)
4 star:		(15)
3 star:		(3)
2 star:		(0)
1 star:		(1)

 

 

I recently purchased this cyclocomputer and two additional mounting kits to enable me to track my cumulative annual mileage between all my bikes. The unit itself is nice enough, the wireless feature makes for a clean and simple installation, and setup is fairly intuitive. However, two things keep me from giving this thing the highest possible marks; the button on the end of the unit that is used for resetting the elapsed time/trip distance is difficult to use, and the release lever on the mount is virtually non-functional. I've already broken one and am using a piece of tape for now to secure the unit in place. All in all, a decent product for the money.

I looked at many computers before selecting this one. My neighbor recommended it over the computers he currently has on his bikes. He plans on getting two new Cateye computers soon. Installation was very easy, and I haven't had any problems at all. It is very accurate. For the price, I really don't think you can find a better computer. I highly recommend it.

Excellent product. Allows for a large assortment of bike riding information (speed, distance, average speed/distance, logging, time, back-lit, more). Small size allows for placement just about anywhere on handlebar.

I agree the instructions suck balls. And the diagram "Menu Flow" is beyond cryptic.

That said, I managed the installation in under 30 minutes and was riding. I like how you can wipe out the day's stats after your ride, yet keep your accumulated miles on the odometer. And the average/max speed is a neat feature. And I like the elapsed time feature, which only measures time when bike is actually in forward motion.

Nice gadget to trick out my Trek. I'll be interested to see how long unit performs before failure.

4 stars because it works as advertised, no fifth star on account of unnecessarily cryptic instruction sheet.

5/30/09 update: the cateye bike computer still working fine. Also seems to be resistant to damage because I dropped mine on a hard tile floor from about 4' up. Still works fine, and the instructions still suck.

I have no big problem with the computer itself, but it arrived with one of the two batteries dead and the other close to death. My other complaint is with the instructions. I'm a fairly intelligent person, yet I struggled with the diagram before I figured out the start-up programming. Is it too much to ask that we get instructions with at least a few complete sentences?

I just boutght this item, and it's true what everyone else says, the directions are definitely poor. There are literally no words just pictures. This is fine because I am typically a "visual" type of learner, but tough if you run into any problems. I was able to set it up, no problem but could not get the sensor to "communicate" with the magnet that is placed on the wheel. (The system works by sensing how many times a magnet that is placed on your tire spoke passes by the sensor, and multiples that by the circumference). So, I looked at the instructions, and got frustrated and called the service number on the instructions for the Customer Service Center in Colorado. At 3pm on a Friday they answered and they were immediately able to solve my problem. Here is a hint, when you set this up, make sure that the magnet on your wheel and the sensor are almost practically touching. The distance between them should be 2 to 3 MILIMETERS. Make sure you are aware of how small a distance that actually is. I was not and that is why it was not sensing. But all in all this is a fabulous product. Works GREAT. Tough setup, but works excellent.

I've only had the bicycle computer for a couple of weeks, but although the installation instructions are kind of vague, the computer works well. It mounts with double sided tape and cable ties, so it tends to move around instead of being clamped solidly to the handle bar.

I have a foldable bike so wireless becomes more important with less chance of breaking wires. This Cateye seems to work very nicely. The mountings are simple and don't require excessive space. Setup was easy. Operation is a no brainer. The only fault I could mention is the backlight function. It's not nearly bright enough to accomplish the goal it was designed for which was one of the main reasons for selecting this odometer.

Computer is great. Nice functions and readable. Not happy with the zip tie installation. Would like to see something more adjustable. Overall very happy.

I have had the cateye for about 4.5 months now. I love it, it is very accurate, easy to install, and always gives you a real time read out. It has gone through many bumbs, creeks, jumps, and numerous falls, and have not had to adjust it or anything. It has stood up to every requirement I ask of it. You will love this product.