7/07/2011

EDGE 500 TEAM GARMIN BUNDLE WITH PREMIUM SOFT STRAP HRM SPEED CADENCE SENSOR Review

EDGE 500 TEAM GARMIN BUNDLE WITH PREMIUM SOFT STRAP HRM SPEED CADENCE SENSOR
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This is a simple, yet effective GPS unit that comes with both heart rate monitor and cadence/speed sensors, all in one box.It doesn't have map mode like Edge 705, however I'm skeptical of usability of a map on 705's small and low resolution screen anyhow (if you want a map, get something like Oregon series GPS).

From my short experience with it, it works great.Setup was a breeze.Turned it on, and it detected both heart rate monitor and cadence/speed sensors all on its own.Setting it up on a bike was a breeze.In about 15-ish minutes I was ready for a test ride.The screen was nice and readable.I'll probably customize it a bit later.Uploading ride data to strava.com was a breeze.All in all, I can warmly recommend this unit.

Be careful when ordering this unit though, since there are three versions and item descriptions are not too clear on what comes in the box for some of them:

- the cheapest one has only the GPS unit, it does not include heart rate monitor and speed/cadence sensors
- standard bundle with heart rate monitor and speed/cadence sensor
- team Garmin bundle with premium heart rate monitor and speed/cadence sensor (this one)

To be sure which one you'll get, it's best to compare part number with part numbers listed on Garmin's web site (click on "versions" tab on Edge 500 page).

Standard Edge bike mount (part number 010-10725-00) *will not* fit Edge 500.Description of standard Edge bike mount will not tell you that.You need Edge 500 specific bike mount (called "quarter turn bike mount", part number 010-11430-00).These two bike mounts are two completely different and incompatible systems.

Two bike mounts are included in the box with the GPS unit.If you only need two, you don't need to order additional one.If you do need additional bike mounts, additional bike mounts are packaged two in a single box too.Item description for bike mount will not tell you this either (read reviews for quarter turn mount, it's mentioned there).

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Product Description:
Take your riding to the next level with Garmin's Edge 500 Bundle Team Edition cyclo-computer with Heart-Rate Monitor and Cadence. It straps to your stem or bars for easy viewing, and you'll never get lost again with its easy-to-use Global Positioning System (GPS) keeping you on course. The heart-rate monitor and wireless cadence give you the information needed to get the most out of every workout. Plus, this water-resistant wonder tracks how far you've gone and lets you race against a pre-recorded course to gauge your training progress. Also, the included Garmin Training Center software allows you to create workouts, download courses, keep detailed records of your rides, and much more. And, the Edge 500 boasts a customizable display and a rechargeable Lithium-ion battery that powers the 500 for up to 18 hours per charge. To accurately and conveniently track your training progress, this device is compatible with the Garmin Connect program. This device boasts ANT+ technology to facilitate the collection and automatic transfer of sensor data for monitoring information anywhere, at anytime. This technology also allows the device to communicate with other ANT+ products, such as speed sensors, heart-rate monitors, power meters, foot pods that track running/walking progress and more. Key Features include: *Speed *Distance *Average Speed *Maximum Speed *Cadence *Heart Rate *Calories Burned *Records 1,000 Laps *Auto Pause *Auto Lap *Power Meter Compatible

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