Garmin Edge

Garmin Edge is a GPS specifically designed for cycling activities. Currently, there are five different varieties available. The Edge series features a high-sensitivity GPS receiver that tracks position accurately and reliably even under the cover of trees or through canyons. Two models (Edge 605 and 705) have color screens while others use a black and white screen.

The current product lines with the recommended retail price includes the Edge 205 ($249.99) , Edge 305 ($349.99) , Edge 500 ($249.99), Edge 605 ($399.99) and Edge 705 ($499.99).https://buy.garmin.com/shop/shop.do?cID=160

Currently, the Garmin Edge 605 is available from Amazon.com for $349.99 (plus tax and free shipping). [1]

All Garmin Edge GPS devices include a bike mount, AC charger and USB cable. Also included is the Garmin Connect http://connect.garmin.com online community for planning, analyzing and storing workout data and the Garmin Training Center softwarehttp://www.garmin.com/garmin/cms/us/intosports/training_center (not available in Edge 500). The difference between the Garmin Connect and Garmin Training Center software is that the later only runs locally on the computer (Mac OS X and Microsoft Windows).

Only Edge 605 and Edge 705 models have a color screen. The entry level Edge 205 has the ability to track speed, distance, calories burned, average and maximum speeds. A Heart rate monitor and Barometric altimeter are available in Edge 305, Edge 500 and Edge 705. The Edge 605 and 705 have full mapping capabilities that include turn-by-turn directions.

According to Garmin, the battery life is 12 hours for Edge 205 and Edge 305. The colored screen Edge 605 and Edge 705 last 15 hours. The Garmin Edge 500 can be used up to 18 hours without being charged.

The Garmin Edge 605 and Edge 705 have an microSD slot for additional map details, workouts storage, courses and saved rides.

Other notable features are Virtual partner (for training against a digital person), compete against previous activities, auto pause timer and lap (that starts automatically on a new lap), auto scroll data during workout (only available in Edge 500), advanced custom workouts creation (not available in Edge 500), and customizable screens. [1]

Garmin Edge 705: A staggeringly complete information source - the ultimate bike computer, with GPS navigation too. - BikeRadar.comhttp://www.bikeradar.com/gear/category/accessories/gadgets/gps-devices/product/edge-705-31875

Garmin Edge 705: Those already acquainted with previous Garmin Edge units will find the Edge 705 familiar and an easy upgrade. The unit feels very solid in the hand and is easily operated one-handed. The button controls are intuitively placed on the unit, and the screen is bright and crisp. - GPSMagazine.comhttp://www.gpsmagazine.com/2007/09/garmin_edge_705_handson_previe.php?page=2

Garmin Edge 305: I think that Garmin really thought about the Edge. This is an amazing product that just about ticks all the boxes for me. There are some small drawbacks the main ones for me were the limited number of waypoints and having to delete each one individually." [1]