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Pioneer Announces Dual Leg and Single Leg Power Meters for Shimano's New ULTEGRA R8000 Crankset
[September 20, 2017]

Pioneer Announces Dual Leg and Single Leg Power Meters for Shimano's New ULTEGRA R8000 Crankset


- INTERBIKE - Booth #12263 - Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc.'s Cycle Sports Division today introduces the new Pioneer® SGY-PM80 Series Dual Leg and Single Leg Power Meters compatible with the new Shimano® ULTEGRA® R8000 HOLLOWTECH® II crankset. Pioneer's single leg option helps cyclists start with power training while the dual leg power meters help riders uncover sources of pedaling imbalance and identify bike fit, power loss and absorption issues, making the power meters essential tools for improving pedaling technique and efficiency. Pioneer also offers cyclists the option to add its advanced dual leg and single leg power meters with their existing Shimano ULTEGRA R8000 cranksets with the SGY-PM9100C (Dual Leg), SGY-PMLTC (Left Arm), SGY-PMRTC (Drive-side) Power Meter Kits.

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Pioneer Dual Leg Power Meter - Shimano ULTEGRA R8000 (Photo: Business Wire)

Pioneer Dual Leg Power Meter - Shimano ULTEGRA R8000 (Photo: Business Wire)

"Pioneer has worked on power meter products for over a decade to become the industry standard. We understand the challenges and we build power meters to exceed the performance standards of the world's hardest users, professional cycling teams and professional triathletes. Our goal is to provide the ultimate data analysis tools for riders," said Russ Johnston, executive vice president of marketing and corporate communications for Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. "We are excited to expand our power meter offerings and are on track to be one of the first manufacturers to ship both dual leg and single leg power meters compatible with the highly-anticipated Shimano ULTEGRA R8000 HOLLOWTECH II crankset."

SGY-PM80 Series Dual Leg Power Meter Crankset

Pioneer's Dual Leg Power Meter is the most advanced dual leg power meter system on the market, going beyond the standard ANT+® power metrics by measuring force in all directions at 30 degree intervals, 24 times per rotation, helping the rider develop pedaling balance and minimize power loss. When the power meter is combined with Pioneer's SGX-CA500 GPS Cycle Computer, riders have access to HDPower Metrics for enhanced power data and analysis. The Cycle Computer with the Dual Leg Power Meter enables the rider to see comprehensive performance analysis and highly detailed data gathered from 24 points of measurement and displayed graphically in real-time on the display of the Cycle Computer, including Force Vectors and Torque Vectors graphics and Pedaling Efficiency.

The SGY-PM80 Series Dual Leg Power Meter adds only 62 grams of weight to the original ULTEGRA crank, making Pioneer's system one of the lightest crank-based meters. The power meter is also compatible with ANT+ devices, including ANT+ sport watches. Riders with ANT+ computers will be able to see all ANT+ standardized power metrics supported by that computer.

  • Chain ring configurations: 53/39, 52/36, 50/34
  • Arm length (in millimeters): 165, 170, 172.5, 175

The SGY-PM80 Series Dual Leg Power Meter will be available in fall 2017 with a suggested retail price of $,249.99.



SGY-LT80 Series Single Leg Power Meter

  • The new ULTEGRA R8000 is also available as a pre-installed Single Leg Power Meter and is an affordable step into power meters
  • The SGY-LT80 Series Single Leg Power Meter is a great starting point, with the option to expand into dual leg at a later time
  • Power is measured every 30 degrees, 12 times per crank rotation.
  • The ANT+ Single Leg Power Meter is compatible with ANT+ devices, including ANT+ sport watches. Riders with ANT+ computers will be able to see all ANT+ power metrics supported by that computer.
  • Arm length (in millimeters): 165, 170, 172.5, 175

The new SGY-LT80 Series Single Leg Power Meter for the ULTEGRA R8000 crank will be available in September with a suggested retail price of $559.99.


Power Meter Kits

Dual Leg Power Meter Kit - The SGY-PM9100C Power Meter Kit is an affordable dual leg power meter solution for cyclists who already own compatible Shimano cranksets. The SGY-PM9100C works with the new ULTEGRA R8000 crankset, in addition to the DURA-ACE R9100/9000 and ULTEGRA 6800 cranksets, enables cyclists to ride with power in a few easy steps. Once the SGY-PM9100C is purchased from an authorized retailer, the crankset is put in the box and shipped directly to Pioneer's installation center, where the advanced power meter technology is installed. Pioneer has been performing the ship, install, and return procedure for over three years and the efficient system facilitates a quick turnaround of the cyclist's crankset with power meter. Throughout the entire process, Pioneer keeps in constant communication with the dealer.

  • Chain ring configurations: 53/39, 52/36, 50/34
  • Arm length (in millimeters): 165, 167.5, 170, 172.5, 175, 177.5, 180
  • Available in December 2017 with a suggested retail price of $999.99

Single Leg Power Meter Kits - For cyclists who already own a compatible ULTEGRA R8000 crankset, Pioneer offers the SGY-PMLTC left crank arm and SGY-PMRTC right drive side upgrade kits. The SGY-PMLTC and SGY-PMRTC kits are Pioneer's most affordable entry into power and ideal for riders who want the option to upgrade to a Dual Leg Power Meter at a later date.

  • SGY-PMLTC (left arm crank) will be available in September with a suggested retail price of $499.99
  • SGY-PMRTC (right drive side crank) will be available in December with a suggested retail price of $579.99

Additional Features (SGY-PM80)

  • Dual strain gauges on each arm
    • Up to 2150 watt measurement @ 120 RPM (Dual Leg only)
  • Dual accelerometers per crank arm
  • ANT+ wireless communication
    • ANT+ cadence without magnets
  • High accuracy thermal and voltage compensation
  • 3 Mode System Configuration
    • Single Leg Mode for ANT+ cycle computers
    • Dual Leg Mode for ANT+ cycle computers (Default SGY-PM80)
    • Pedaling Monitor Mode for Pioneer cycle computers
  • Two CR2032 batteries, user replaceable, 180 hour battery life - dual leg
    • One battery on single leg
  • Accuracy +/- 2%
  • Water resistance rating: IPX-6 and IPX-7
  • Total left and right sensor weight: 64g - dual leg
    • Sensor weight 22 grams - single leg
  • 11 different crankset model configurations (3 chainring options: compact, mid-compact and standard, in assorted arm lengths)
  • Two-year limited warranty no extra charge
  • Easy maintenance
  • Free Cyclo-Sphere Mobile app for iPhone (News - Alert)® for easy and quick after-ride analysis and ability to push ride data to popular rider sites like STRAVA® and TrainingPeaks®.

For more information on the new Pioneer systems, visit www.powerisking.com.

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Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc., headquartered in Torrance, Calif., is a preeminent manufacturer of leading-edge technology solutions for the mobile electronics aftermarket. Its affiliate Pioneer Automotive Technologies, Inc. (PAT) is a key supplier for Tier 1 automotive entertainment systems and components to vehicle manufactures. Pioneer is focused on creating the ultimate in-car entertainment experience with high performance audio and video components as well as connectivity with today's smart devices. Building on more than 75 years of electronics experience, Pioneer has expanded into the cycle sports industry, designing world-class power meters and cycle computers for professional athletes and cycling enthusiasts.

PIONEER is a registered trademark of Pioneer Corporation (News - Alert).
Shimano ULTEGRA and HOLLOWTECH are registered trademarks of Shimano Inc.
ANT+ is a registered trademark of Garmin (News - Alert) Switzerland GmbH.
Strava is a registered trademark of Strava, Inc.
iPhone is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
TrainingPeaks is a registered trademark of Peaksware LLC.


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