iBike Coach GPS cycling computer for iPhone 3G, 3GS, 4

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1. 2 of 2 people found the following review helpful

   
   Exceeds Expectations!, July 19, 2012

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   Wrldovcare (USA) –

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   After thoroughly researching various brands and styles of bicycle mounts for my iPhone, I settled on the iBike Coach. The number one reason I chose iBike is because in the hundreds of reviews that I read, it was the only model I found in my price range where no one stated it fell and crashed to the pavement below! Although with other brands some people had this happen, they all stated the phone was well protected (lucky for them). Nonetheless, I was unwilling to risk it. I am so happy I chose iBike because after installing it, I am 100% certain, it is not coming off until I take it off! There is no guessing if it is properly attached, or listening for some magic click sound to tell you it is properly secured.

   I did not find it super easy to install, however that is not any fault of design. My difficulties had more to do with trying to hold the base and the bottom clamp in position as I inserted the hex screw and nut, and then screwing it together with the provided hex screw. The great thing about this design, and a little common sense helps speed things up, is the nut fits perfectly into the hole in the back, so that once you get the screw from the front started, it doesn’t fall out and is not at all clumsy. So make sure the nut is inserted all the way in the hole before you push the screw through…it helps. It also comes with a plastic rubber adapter ring thing (sorry I don’t know what it is called) if your handlebars are less than 32mm, which mine are. This is part of why it took me so long to install because I put it on using them and it seemed too fat, the clamps did not come together straight and I worried there was too much stress on the plastic clamps. I removed them, tried again without them, and then it was not tight enough and did not clamp to my handlebars evenly. I removed it a third time and ended up cutting the rubber rings in half to make a C, then placed it on only the base attachment part. Finally it was a perfect fit! Also, I gave up on the provided hex screw which is standard issue anytime you buy something that uses one, and searched our garage for a more manageable one that had an actual handle like a regular screwdriver. Luckily, we had one, but the fact that hex screws are so difficult, is again, no fault of the manufacturer.

   The touch screen is just as responsive in the unit as out, which is another complaint I read about with other products. The case itself slides into the base very nicely and then is easily secured by a permanent screw that you never have to worry about losing. It is very heavy duty and while I am not prepared to throw it or dump buckets of water on it to test it, I know a good product when I see one!

   I have not yet taken it for a test ride, (90 degree temps are too hot for riding) but I have complete confidence my iPhone is safe!

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2. 2 of 2 people found the following review helpful

   
   Awesome case, but pricey and plastic components wear out, June 6, 2012

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   Sara “Sarie” (LA MESA, CA, United States) –
   
     

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   Review update (September 24, 2012)
   This case worked great for the 5 months I have had it. I use it practically every day on my commutes and social rides to listen to music or to get directions to where I’m headed. However, a few days ago, the plastic hinge components wore out and broke off. Now I have no way of closing the case and so it is useless. The manufacturer does have a 1-year limited warranty that they will abide by if you purchased the case from them directly or from an authorized dealer. I’ve submitted a warranty inquiry; hopefully Amazon, LLC counts as an authorized dealer and I will be able to get a repair or a replacement. However, I do not look forward to having it break again another 5 months down the line. If you’re looking for something to use every day that will last more than 5 months, look elsewhere. I’d be willing to pay the price of this case for something made better and would last closer to 5 years than 5 months.

   ————–Original Review (June 2012)————–
   Awesome case and bike mount set for the iPhone 4. I needed a case that would be secure my iPhone safely to my handlebars, while allowing access to the screen so that I can access the GPS and Music controls during my rides. Perfect for that purpose. One drawback is that the headphone jack is not accessible. I do not condone using headphones while riding, but in the past, I have used a male-to-male audio wire to amplify music from my iPhone to mini-speakers mounted on my back. I found a great solution, though–Boombotix BB2 speakers can connect to your iPhone 4 via Bluetooth, so no wires (and no access to your headphone jack) is necessary.

   I would rate this item 5 stars if it weren’t so expensive just for a case. However, they do make up for the price by giving you a 6-month free premium access to Strava, a great ride tracking program.

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3. 
   good except sticky bits melt off, July 30, 2012

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   Joy Cooke –

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   I use this every time I ride and I love it. Except: the foam strips that stick on inside come off in the heat. I’m going to ask them for more and glue them down next time with a hot glue gun. If it is not raining, I open the clip a little and I can hear Le Tour streaming (or NPR) as I ride on the uphills.

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