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jwdc
Kitchener, ON
Jul 15, 2010
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HAS EVERYTHING I NEED
Pros: does everything
Cons: none
Measures HR, Cadence (with PowerTap or GSC10), Power (with PowerTap), and great overall GPS tracking. I have Canada TOPO Maps installed which works well, although the mapping is a little overkill... Generally never have the map view up. I use it with Sport Tracks, although the Garmin Training Center software isn't too bad. A must have for competitive cyclists, or those looking to make continuous improvements.
Recommend? YES
52 viewers found this helpful.
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Aerobus
Montreal, QC
Sep 20, 2009
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I WROTE RAVE REVIEW IN MAY BUT NOW....
Pros: unit has great features and works great.
Cons: mount mechanism/design
While leading a high-speed paceline over rough pavement on Rte 86 near Lake Placid, NY, unit popped-off the mount and was run over by at least 2 cyclists. The unit is toast but at least it didn't cause a crash. Mount design & hardware are Mickey Mouse and not suitable for serious riding. Needs better mount design or, at least should have secondary fail-safe fastening feature. After incident, another cyclist in group who owns one voiced the same complaint...
Recommend? YES
99 viewers found this helpful.
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Jeff
Sylvan Lake, AB
Jul 20, 2009
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BEST CYCLING GPS
Pros: accurate, customizable, endless features
The 705 is a great GPS. I like the virtual partner. The screen is bright and customizable. Altitude and grade are accurate. The wireless speed/ cadence sensor from my Forerunner 305 works with the Edge. It comes with a heart rate monitor. I use Garmin Connect to share and compare! I love the Auto Pause at red lights etc... I can get a signal in my basement with this thing. It's made my rides a lot more fun!
Recommend? YES
123 viewers found this helpful.
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Claude
Ottawa, ON
May 25, 2009
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BEST BIKE GPS
Pros: custom display, good user interface!
Cons: base map is useless, unit is pricey
I've had this unit for about 1 month now and I love it. Excellent gadget for tracking bike routes and training goals. Easy to customize display information. Also great for sharing ride data with data geeks.
Recommend? YES
127 viewers found this helpful.
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Aerobus
Montreal, QC
May 12, 2009
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EDGE 705
Great! Rode in Italy, mostly alone became my indispensable companion. Also, good for car & walking & orienting in the maze-like streets of cities like Venice. On down side, should have warning LED so you don't forget to restart trip timer.
Recommend? YES
135 viewers found this helpful.
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