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Garmin Edge 705 Bundle GPS Bike Computer with Topo Maps

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Garmin Edge 705 Bundle GPS Bike Computer with Topo Maps

Item # 796926

$549.00

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The Edge 705 Bundle is a GPS-enabled bike computer that includes a TOPO 100K DVD for the Lower 48 United States, plus a microSD™ card so you can load Topo maps from the DVD.

Get cycle computer data and mapping detail, all from 1 compact, easy-to-use device; includes a color display and ultracool training features
Comes with a built-in basemap, and it automatically measures your speed, distance, time, calories burned, altitude, climb and descent, and then records this data for review
Edge 705 incorporates a barometric altimeter to pinpoint changes in elevation, adding precise climb and descent data
Features a high-sensitivity receiver that holds a signal under trees and near tall buildings; click stick provides easy screen navigation
Share your courses, workouts and saved rides wirelessly with other Edge 705 users within a 3m range
Virtual Partner® lets you race a virtual competitor over a specified distance and speed
Courses let you race against a previously recorded workout so you can compare your current and past performances over the same ride
Auto Pause® pauses the timer when you slow down or stop and resumes when you speed up again so you can focus on your ride
Auto Lap® automatically starts a new lap each time you pass a specified location or travel a preset distance
Compatible with Garmin Connect™, a 1-stop website where you can store your routes and activities and share them with others
Unit measures 4.3 x 2 x 1 in.; display area is 1.37 x 1.71 in., and 176 x 220 pixels; screen is readable in daylight
Rechargeable internal lithium polymer battery lasts 15 hrs. with typical use
Waterproof design; unit is submersible to 1m for 30 min.; do not operate while submerged
Package includes Edge 705, Topo 100K DVD, 1GB microSD card, bike mounts, USB cable, AC charger, quick-reference guide and owner's manual on disk

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Garmin Edge 705 Bundle GPS Bike Computer with Topo Maps Specs

Specification	Description
Current speed	Yes
Maximum speed	Yes
Average speed	Yes
Speed comparator	No
Odometer	Yes
Trip distance	Yes
Auto start/stop	Yes
Stop watch	No
Countdown timer	No
Clock	Yes
Daily alarm	No
Lap timer	No
Cadence	Yes (optional)
Dual bike memory	No
Altimeter	Yes (barometric)
Temperature	No
Heart rate display	Yes (optional)
Target zone indicator	No
High/low target heart rate	No
Heart rate memory/recall	No
Illumination	Yes
Low battery indicator	No
Battery type	Lithium polymer
Wireless	Yes

Garmin Edge 705 Bundle GPS Bike Computer with Topo Maps Customer Reviews

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Garmin Edge 705 Bundle GPS Bike Computer with Topo Maps

4.0

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2009

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

A very versatile GPS for cyclists

By Jarhead_1101

from Southern California

About Me Avid Cyclist

Pros

Accurate
Altimeter
Durable
Easy to Read
Lightweight
Waterproof

Cons

Cannot take AA or AAA
Handlebar Mount
Small screen

Best Uses

Commuting
Mountain Biking
Serious Training

Comments about Garmin Edge 705 Bundle GPS Bike Computer with Topo Maps:

I have been using Garmin GPS receivers since I owned a Garmin GPS III in 1998. I also use a Garmin GPSMAP 60CS and Garmin Forerunner.

I tried using the 60cs for mountain biking and began to see its limitations for biking.

With the EDGE 705, you can use a heart rate monitor. You can also upload all your tracks to its software which shows you all kind of data that is displayed in graphs and maps.

The map display has been crucial in a lot of my off road mountain bike exploration. To utilize this feature, you need to purchase Garmin TOPO software for your respective area. Though the maps aren't perfect, they have kept me from getting totally lost.

If you want to display speed and distance and heart rate info in the map display, it shrinks your viewable map display some.

The Edge takes a micro SD card allowing it to hold map data and tracks.

You can also set profiles to different bikes to keep track of the odometer on each bike.

The only dislikes I have is the toggle switch is sensitive to being bumped especially on mountain bike rides.

The buttons can be tricky to operate in rough terrain with full finger gloves. The buttons are located on the side of the unit making it somewhat awkward to manipulate on the fly.

So far my bike mount hasn't failed me though I have heard of others failing. I would like to see the inclusion of a small loop for attaching a lanyard. That lanyard can be secured to the handlebars preventing the loss of the unit in rough terrain.