What garmin

[Sharpy52]

Been using my phone for new riding areas with trailforks ect. Looking for a bar mounted solution as stopping to take my gloves off and getting my phone out my pocket is a pain. What Garmin (or other make) are people using for keeping track of distance and navigation. Would also like to download gpx routes to follow for new rides

 

[khorn]

Been using my phone for new riding areas with trailforks ect. Looking for a bar mounted solution as stopping to take my gloves off and getting my phone out my pocket is a pain. What Garmin (or other make) are people using for keeping track of distance and navigation. Would also like to download gpx routes to follow for new rides

I’m using a Garmin edge 1030 as I use the navigation part a lot and the big screen is perfect for that. Just a heads up regarding the Specialized IQ app for Garmin, it also works like crap here, sometimes it takes an hour to connect to the bike.

Karsten

 

[mark.ai]

I have a Garmin Edge 1000 (older version of the 1030) and I like the big screen too - handy when you are lost and need the map

The one thing I don't like about Garmin is their BaseCamp software on PC for plotting out routes. It's a pain to use, but gets the job done.

 

[Sharpy52]

Thanks, have just had a look into them. Not bothered with the specialized app, it's not what I have.
Any other cheaper options? Was thinking under £200, the 1030 looks like it does much more than I need. will only be used off road for following routes and showing distance and speed. not interested in heart rate or cadence ect

 

[MattyB]

Wahoo Element Bolt for me. Mega battery life, easy to use, compact on the bars, refined big free software (unlike Garmin, available for £200. What’s not to like?!!

 

[Norange]

I've got an Edge 1000, got for £180 from Halfords as I'd ordered an 820 and they'd made a mistake so upgraded me Bought UK 25k mapping for £40 from the bay, and it's pretty awesome for cheeky trail detection.