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Customer Reviews & Questions for Garmin Edge 800 GPS Cycle Computer
Make the most of every ride with Edge® 800 - the ultimate touchscreen GPS bike computer for training, touring and on the trail.
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Why upgrade
So, you have a Garmin 705? So do I and this was an absolute luxury purchase. Initially I swore I would not spend the money but I bought it after a friend bought his and I saw what was different.
The new features over the 705 are the temperature, the mount, the satellite images which can be downloaded onto the maps, and the ability to use SDHC cards for memory to have as many maps are satellite images as you want.
When you start it up it boots up and loads the maps far faster than my 705 by far. The screen is nice although I never had a problem with the 705. it is a nice thing to be able to swipe across to another screen rather than put the mode button on the side. Where the touch screen is really good though is navigating on the maps. You know when you are out on country road and you're not sure if you're on the right road. using the nipple to scroll across and zoom in and out is slow and tedious. Now, you zoom in and out and move across the map with ease and accuracy.
If you have a 305 go for it. If you have a 705 its a luxury but there are some nice features here.
Now Garmin just need to have better analysis software, as good as Polar's and they would be fantastic, and hard to criticise.
14 December 2010
Smaller, more freatures
I had enjoyed my Edge 705 and was expecting the 800 would be just as good. The Touch screen feature appealed I was not disappointed. Easy operation, nice feature enhancements and all in a smaller package.
Now the down side. Display not as crisp, more features means more complicated and not able to wirelessly transfer courses from my old unit to the new.
13 March 2013
Edge 800 review.
I bought this GPS as I'm planning to cycle across France and continue in just over a month from now. I didn't want to be wasting time with maps and getting lost and so I wanted a sure-fire solution to navigation.
I wasn't too fussed about the cycling computer stats it offers, but was glad to have them.
The only bad thing I've picked up on thus far, is that it doesn't come with the proper maps you need to get navigating or an SD card, which is a bit cheeky given the price of the unit.
Also setting it up is quite unclear, as you are mostly left in the dark, searching Google to help you and and give you some confidence.
However, once set up, it does exactly as it promises and more, showing you calories burnt, mph, and miles covered with extra features available with added accessories.
Being out on the road, it is like having a companion with you guiding you around and helping you out.
Also the feeling of being able to freely navigate wherever you like in your country is priceless and something I hope to get more use out of soon...
08 March 2013
This product has great features
I've based my review on my first week of use, while it has worked well, I am still in a learning curve.The only thing I miss is a wireless data transfer.Maps expensive
03 March 2013
Expensive, but worth it
I purchased this as an upgrade to my Garmin Forerunner 305 (which I used mostly on my bike). I wanted some more detailed maps and the ability to log Power (for the future), but have also found myself using the extremely intuitive 'Workout' functionality on my turbo trainer. I bought the module without maps and then installed OpenStreetMaps for free. I think they look better and contain more detail than the Garmin Navigator maps (and they're free!) but the drawback is not being able to auto-route to a postcode or street address. I get around this by Googling the GPS co-ordinates for my destination, but I rarely use this functionality over the 'Courses' mode anyway.
21 January 2013
Early Review
ave only used this once, even then not on a full ride. Screen is clear and easy to operate, except with thick gloves. I downloaded City guide maps which looks good, not had a chnace to use it fully yet.
Connecting to Garmin software is pretty straightforward.
21 December 2012
Just what I expected
i upgraded to the Edge 800, after many years of using an Edge 205. what was a useful computer, finally gave up the ghost after the old mount broke, and the device flew off the handlebars and ended up in a hundred pieces! I decided to spend the extra and get the top of the range device of which I have no regrets.
Wiggle was by far the cheapest price, and this will not disappoint. Every function one would need, although I did not fork out for the package, as I dont use a HRM anyway.
I am extremely happy, and I highly recommend the 800 for the extra price it costs.
Also too, for those in Australia , the maps arent required if this is just used purely as a bike computer used for training as I do. Having no Australia maps is no issue, unless of course you are wanting to use this as a GPS to find your way around.
In two words... Love it!!
05 December 2012
Very good item. Tells u all u need to know. Battery life excellent
30 November 2012
All you could want from a cycle computer
Have had garmin products before so I am used to the various interfaces. Really great bit of kit and got me London-Paris in the 24 hr race with only a little battery boost required on the ferry. Get one if you do a lot of cycling and want to see your improvement and upload routes before rides so you don't get lost!
27 November 2012
Good when you get used to it!
This computer tells you every bit of data you could possibly need. You just have to take a while to explore it to see all the functionality. But it is well worth it
31 July 2012
Everything I needed
I'd been contemplating one of these for a while, then tested one at a Wiggle sponsored Sportive and loved it!
This one comes with only a very basic 'base map', which means that if you want to use it for more than just a bike computer then you need to obtain maps. I used Open Street Map which provides a good selection of freely available maps which i downloaded to a microSD card and hey presto, full navigation is now at hand!
The display is clear and as with most Garmin products, infinitely configurable!
27 July 2012
Best cycling tool for lost people like me :-)
It is simply the most useful item I have purchased so far.
The Edge 800 GPS has become my conscience / personal trainer. Not only I no longer get lost nor fight with my husband about direction but also I get to improve my speed and be more audacious in the trip I'll be attempting this summer!
I now wonder how I survived without it so far.
it's easy to set up, easy to use, simply simple"
23 July 2012
Packed with features
After a week I am well impressed. Bought without software/maps.
These are all available free on the internet. Paired with all my current Ant+ sensors - (I had to move 10m away from my original cycle computer.)
2 bike mounts included (I didn't realise and bought spare).
Silicon case was purchased at same time and has already proved its worth.
Will take several weeks to reach full potential.
Use Shonky maps and download the tracks for Perth WA.
20 July 2012
THE BEST THERE IS
Very impressed with the 800. Knew what to expect, and expectations realized.
14 July 2012
Screen Very Poor
I purchased this product so I could explore new areas for road cycling. I created a course and uploaded it to the Edge 800. When I looked at the map whilst cycling the screen image quality is so poor I could barely see where it was showing me to go. I know the screen is small but its the image quality. I wish I had purchased a iphone and put a ride app on. The quality on the iphone is far better. Yes I know the battery life isnt so great but at least its usable.
12 July 2012
Great Devise
Not the cheapest unit but the ability to customise various screens is tailor made for the serious stat hungrey cyclist. On most other units the item display size is either too small or too hard to alternate screens to see it. Highly recommended ..... Until something better comes along ! :-))
10 July 2012
Best bike accessory yet
The Garmin Edge 800 replaced another GPS that let me down in the rain. Yesterday I field tested the Garmin Edge 800 for 2.5 hours cycling in rain and it did not fail. I purchased the silicon cover and am sure that assisted in weatherproofing by keeping water away from the USB and SD slots. Highly recommended accessory.
The form factor is good - big enough to read data but light & small enough to fit into a pocket when leaving the bike.
The GPS fits nicely on a stem but takes up valuable space on a handlebar. The quarter-turn mount is simple and effective for fixing onto handlebars or stems but not a flat surface. There is no alternative (from Garmin) to the bike mount that uses synthetic rubber bands to attach to the bike. I would prefer a system not quite so binary if it fails. Garmin sells replacement rubber bands but is that a good sign or bad? There is no loop to tether the Edge 800 as a second line of security on bumpy terrain. I think there should be as this is expensive equipment.
The GPS fields displayed are user configurable.
GPS acquisition is good. Map loading is quick. I find the topo maps too small for my old eyes and an expensive add-on but essential for touring in unfamiliar territory.
The buttons are hard to use when wearing full-finger gloves and when the Edge 800 is in the silicon case but the touch-screen is sensitive enough.
The Garmin Edge 800 synchs seamlessly with Garmin Connect web-based software making activity reviewing a breeze. It also charges through the USB port.
I carried it in a mesh bumbag while running and it was good but not perfect. Given that is not what it was designed for, it was still impressive and an added bonus.
20 May 2012
Garmin Edge 800
upgraded from the 205 because I wanted the map facility. Stored a couple of rides and also registered with Garmin so you can connect the device to your computer & download other rides that members have added to the site. Great for organised sportives where you can add the route to your device before you start the ride for added guidance. Fantastic bit of kit, bit pricey though....
11 May 2012
Love the 800
Love this piece of kit.
Might be a little bulky for those who like small discreet computers. But you get used to having the bad boy on your stem pretty quick. For clear concise display and customizability its pretty hard to beat.
I had the 705 before this one and I am really happy with upgrade despite the price tag.
09 April 2012
Expensive but good value
I bought the 800 to upgrade from a forerunner, I already had the heart and cadence monitors and extra maps on a micro SD card.
The screen is clear and readable in bright sunshine, even to my ageing eyes wearing sunglasses.
It can be considered a versatile unit as I have found that a marine G2 vision map works and as it is so small it could be carried in a pocket as a back up on the water.
Garmin say the 800 is water resistant to one meter, this relies on the rubber plugs inserted correctly on the card and mini usb sockets, so I feel safer carrying the 800 in a water proof bag when taking it windsurfing.
14 March 2012
A good toy to have
Easy to set up, easy to use. downloaded my first route off the web last week in seconds and gives a very clear trip summary afterwards. Also very easy to mount on the bike.
Definitely would reccomend
09 February 2012
indispensable across India
How much do I love my Edge? I would quite literally be lost without it. I've never owned a GPS unit before and didn't know what to expect. The Edge exceeded all my hopes.
I'm undertaking an 800 mile tour of south India. The roadsigns are often ambiguous or are absent. Printed maps are wrong or overly-simple. Medium sized towns and cities can be a nightmare to navigate. Would the Edge be up the task?
Alongside the Edge I bought a map of India which added to the cost significantly. Initial route planning was done with the wonderful GPSies website which is a fabulous resource. Using this, the Garmin Communicator plug in, routes were transferred to the unit with very few problems.
In the field the unit is a joy to use. The battery life is fabulous, lasting for a whole day of cycling without a problem. Locking on to satellites was fast and trouble free. The stored routes could be summoned easily and navigated me successfully through some challenging areas: the centre of Coimbatore, downtown Trivandrum, the tricky turnings of Kodaikanal.
Other things I liked about the unit: the ability to review the route mid journey, and look at distances and climbs was helpful. Being able to change route and then have an alternate route planned was also a boon.
This turned out to be a really useful, competent piece of equipment and it made navigating on this journey easy, which meant I could spend more time enjoying myself and less time worrying if I was lost or not.
Things I didn't like: it would be nice to be able to turn off the ëxternal power lost" warning. I was trying to run the unit off a hub dynamo but every time the power dropped too low this warning flashed up making it annoying to use on up-and-down stretches.
There were a couple of other niggles - not being able to scroll ahead on the route profile to see what was ahead, not being able to start a route properly because my virtual start point and my location in the real world weren't close enough together (usually when my hotel wasn't where it was meant to have been) but these were minor problems.
Overall a complete success!
30 January 2012
Ultimate bike toy
Faultless, clear display, packed full of features; it may prove a little pricey but I'm more than happy with it
22 January 2012
Never get lost, unless you want too!
Bought one of these mainly for road use. It is really easy to mount and setup. It's easy to use basic functions straight away but i've only scratched the surface of the more in depth functions. Battery life is great. I've been charging the computer from my laptop but australian purchasers beware that the charger doesn't plug into aussie power points. Overall Very Happy.
29 December 2011
Not worth the extra over Edge 500 or 750
I think the title says it all but this offers nothing of value that I couldnt do on my edge 750 or my wife can't do on her edge 500 (excluding maps which I don't use). Further Garmin devices are awesome when they work but hopeless, as is Garmin support when they don't. I get a lot of errors with the device and have already had to reset it once. Sadly there are not a lot of other options especially for the training partner functions and custom training programs which make the device ideal for use on an indoor trainer.
29 December 2011
Garmin 800
I call it 'ma Jarmin'!
Previous to this model I tried the 705. That was a night mare to programme and it was obviously using 20 year old technology.
The 800 on the other hand is just a bit too clever! It has so many screens and parameters that can be factured in that you get a bit lost with all the information on hand.
It is very, very good at recording data. Heart, cadence, speed, power, plus max and averages are all catered for. You still have to select 'start' at the beginning of a ride otherwise it doesn't sense you have moved off after a nice coffee stop!
It does get a bit lost some times, especially if you do go 'off course' by mistake when following a pre planned route. It hates figure of eight courses! It keeps trying to take you back to the start!
The best bits are simple set up and great screen clarity.
The bad bits are cost of initial unit and the Garmin maps. Try and find 'open source' maps on the web for free (see below).
When used in conjunction with www.ridewithgps.com for planning, upload of data, help and support plus FREE maps, this is a great device. Hours of fun planning the routes, then follow you route on the bike and compare download data in the pub after!
21 October 2011
garmin 800
this is a great bit of kit not yet used all the functions ,easy set up good to review your locations .
17 October 2011
Garmin Edge 800
I updated from my edge 305, you may think hardly worth it and I did think this myself, but I'm glad I did, its touch screen is slightly bigger than edge 305 and of course its colour, if you have lousy eyesight like me (58 years old) that little extra helps, although i purchased the UK maps later, I find it hard to see the streets even on full zoom, but apart from that, its still good piece of kit, if your on a long ride and bonk, a touch of the screen will show you eating houses within the nearest distance, same with watering holes, and other places of interest which will come in useful off the bike, one thing you can do off the bike if your into it with the edge 800 is geocache, people hide things at locations give you hints where the cache is and you go and find it, a GPS treasure hunt if you like. I scanned for the cheapest and wiggle was the cheapest after I put in there discount code (sorry cant remember it) search the net for cheapest edge 800 and the discount code is in there somewhere.
If you have a Tacx virtual trainer as well, you can re-run your stored courses in the TTS3 software, by importing the .TCX file from your edge 800, also garmin's site, have all there sponsored riders rides from the tours, Vaulta, Tour De France, tour of Britain, all for free download, export them to your Tacx, or pop them on your edge 800 as courses, should you be going on a training hol' to the places shown, or live near the course.
Marks out of 10 I would give it 8, the press to start is annoying if you forget to set it, but it does ask you do you want to start recording, and the maps are to small to be of use on a ride as you would be quite distracted trying to read it on the ride (dangerous), but in all said and done I would not be without a GPS now on a ride, and the edge 800 records everything, heart rate, cadence (with extra kit) speed, altitude, and the rest you prob' already researched.
15 October 2011
The best that money can buy!!!
This is seriously the best money i have spent in my life, after using a Garmin 305 for years this has exceeded my expectations. Usual quality item that is accurate, easy to use and looks great on the bike. JUST AMAZING!!
12 October 2011
pricey but very good quality, the way it attaches to the bike is excellent. turn by turn not as good as a car sat nav, but certainly saves a lot of turning round and getting lost iles from home!
01 October 2011
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Collapse AllCountry : United Kingdom
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I can confirm that the performance bundle includes the unit, the heart rate belt and the GSC-10 speed and cadence sensor. The navigation bundle comes with these products plus the European City Navigator mapping. I hope this helps.
I know its a long show but I would like to know.
Country : Irish Republic
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Edge 800/810 has a different mount. It is definitely worth getting the proper mount for the Edge 800. It works well - rock solid on the bike. You can buy after-market bike mounts too but they are 2-3 times the price.The Edge 800/810 is a true navigation device (if you don't need the maps then buy the cheaper model Edge 510) but the 910XT is primarily a data recorder.
Country : Australia
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I can confirm that this unit will fit to the quick release kit for the 910xt. I hope this helps.
Do you sell the Australian plug adaptor for the Garmin Edge 800 GPS? I purchased one with the UK plug set.
5 months ago
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Plug it into any USB power source or just buy a cheap UK->Aus adaptor. If you upload data to your computer then just use that cable to recharge. There is nothing special about Garmin's USB power source.Country : Australia
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unfortunately we do not have the Australian adaptor as all the electrical goods on site only come with UK power cables as stated on the description tabs. I hope this helps.
If I save a route that is off-road (e.g. bridleways etc. not usually on GPS maps) , can this unit then provide navigation to retrace the route on another occasion?
Country : United Kingdom
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I can confirm that you can save any routes you have done and either keep them on the unit or download them to your PC and you can put them back onto the unit for you to use again at a later date. I hope this helps.5 months, 3 weeks ago
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the micro sd card will work fine.5 months, 3 weeks ago
Is it possible to download ironman cycle routes onto the device? If i look at a map on a website can it be downloaded so i can ride the route later.
Country : United Kingdom
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Helloyes, that's possible. there are many websites that allow routes that other users/companies have created so users can download and follow the routes.
5 months, 3 weeks ago
I just dropped and broke my garmin 500. I think I will step up to the 800. I travel a lot around the world. With the 500 I could fly to China and upload to garmin connect, fly to the US and do the same, fly to Japan do the same etc.
I will buy maps, but what happens when I fly to a country that I don't have maps for? Am I just out of luck or can I use it like the 500? (meaning just turn it on and go, obviously without seeing any maps)
I will buy maps, but what happens when I fly to a country that I don't have maps for? Am I just out of luck or can I use it like the 500? (meaning just turn it on and go, obviously without seeing any maps)
Country : USA
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yes, you can use it without a map, just like the Edge 500.5 months, 3 weeks ago
Country : United Kingdom
9 months ago
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I have used the 800 for walking, cycling a lot. Just adjust settings to what you want so that it is not going off every time you stop ect.9 months ago
I already own a garmin 500 with package would the 800 work with the HR monitor and sensor and does it use the same fixing.
Does the 800 work more like a sat nav?
Does the 800 work more like a sat nav?
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The Garmin 500 and 800 are similar except for the ability to load maps. The ANT (HR, speed, cadence) accessories are the same as is the mount.The maps are useful if you are planning routes in advance (for training or cycle touring) but for recording and reviewing data from your daily ride then there is no difference. The maps are hard to read on a small screen and when you need updated maps you need to buy the whole package again (expensive & unfair). If you want a sat nav then buy a big screen.
Country : Australia
11 months ago
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Yes to both of these questions..The fittings and accessories are the same for the 800 as they are for the 500.
The 800 has a Sat Nav type of capability and I have used it traveling in the past. Look for OpenSourceMaps to get world maps to use.
Country : Australia
11 months ago
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You cannot compare with Garmin 910XT, as that do not support added maps and it is a wrist watch for triathlon actually, right?Country : Romania
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I do not see why not but an expensive product for that use. We have used it on the cycles mainly but have used it for walking and even in the car. It has a lock mode so that should help when running. We found it very accurate when walking when footpaths suddenly vanish. Not sure about all the functions for running but should be able to use calories and others.1 year, 3 months ago
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The Garmin edge is primarily designed as a training and navigation aid for cyclists with specific features for that activity. You can of course use off the bike but it hasn't any specific features for runners. The Garmin 910xt may well be a better option if you want a unit for both running and riding. http://www.wiggle.co.uk/garmin-forerunner-910xt-gps-sports-watch-with-hrm/1 year, 3 months ago
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The maps it does come with are so basic as to be basically useless. I think they're only for the UK - but even if they were for Australia, you'd need to buy maps. I think there are free options - have a look around on yon tinterwebs.note also, the memory card that comes with it is NOT sufficient in memory space for maps - you will also need a micro sd card. if you buy from Garmin though, the maps will come on an SD card, which you just insert - nice and easy.
Country : United Kingdom
1 year, 3 months ago
Top 10 Contributor
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This unit will come with European base mapping. Should you wish to have Australian mapping then this can be purchased as extra, link below;
1 year, 3 months ago
Country : Australia
1 year, 4 months ago
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Don't worry about a warranty claim. Gamin here won't honour a claim but Wiggle have N excellent back up and have replaced items in warranty in the past for me.Country : Australia
11 months ago
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Garmin warranty is 1 year, any warranty issues would need to be addressed via us here at wiggle, though a local Garmin distributor or Garmin tech support can often assist.1 year, 1 month ago
Country : United Kingdom
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Yes, mine did1 year, 4 months ago
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If it is ant+ compatible. Then yes.Country : Australia
I have and edge 705 - can I used the Europe map pack from the 705 on the 800? Will it accept the card?
1 year, 9 months ago
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Yes they both use micro SD cards, I have tried various maps including a marine one without any problem.1 year, 1 month ago
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I am trying to work out which map package to buy with the Garmin Edge 800. The OS bundle seems like better value, but I am unclear whether you can also use it for road riding, or if I would need another map package for that?
Country : United Kingdom
1 year, 11 months ago
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Yes it does show roads. It's basically an OS map. If I were you, get on line and find some free open source maps. They are free, better quality and updated on a regular basis.1 year, 6 months ago
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Memory Map is not a compatible map type fopr use with the Edge series.Country : United Kingdom
1 year, 2 months ago
Do you have the blue body color ?
Country : Japan
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The blue version is only available for the Garmin Edge 800 GPS Performance & Navigation Bundle.Country : United Kingdom
I am a regular road cyclist and keen for the stats these look to produce if I get the package with HRM and cadence, however, I also want to use it for riding some bigger tours across UK (Cardiff to Conwy, LEJOG), does the basemap have enough detail to do this?
I'm also a regular MTBr and wondered is the base map going to do it for me or can I get a bundle to do all the roadie stuff and then by a 1:50k map afterwards?
It might just be me but Garmin products/bundles seem very confusing!
I'm also a regular MTBr and wondered is the base map going to do it for me or can I get a bundle to do all the roadie stuff and then by a 1:50k map afterwards?
It might just be me but Garmin products/bundles seem very confusing!
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The base map is rubbish. It literally shows A roads and major towns. Have a look on line for open source maps. They are free, accurate and are updated regulary. www.ridewithgps.com is a great site for info on free mapping.1 year, 6 months ago
Country : Australia
1 year, 11 months ago
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Yes, but there are no spoken instructions. Plus it's not that quick to change screens and give new instructions when keeping up with the pace of a car.1 year, 6 months ago
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I use mine for the cycle, in the car for maps and milage, and even when going for long walks with the dogs.1 year, 6 months ago
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It would but it may be a bit hard to read the screen and drive plus there are no voice directioninstructions.Country : Switzerland
1 year, 9 months ago
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Yes this will work in Australia. However this item comes with UK 3 prong charger cable.You will need to purchase Australian mapping separately
Country : United Kingdom
1 year, 9 months ago
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What's in the Box;# Edge 800
# AC adapter
# Bike mount
# USB cable
# Quick start manual
I have a Edge 705 heartrate monitor. Will it work with the Edge 800 ?
Country : France
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Once thevdevices are paired, yes.Country : Switzerland
1 year, 9 months ago
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Yes the edge 705 HRM should work fine with the edge 800.
Hi There
Nice website! Can you please advise me if the Black & White Garmin Edge 800 you have listed for around $435 is available in Black & Blue for the same price as the B&W? I ask as I have worked out it is best for me to purchase a unit without the bundle/maps, they can be obtained later. Can you advise what items especially from Garmin can be used to measure wattage??? I am curious & would like to persue this option, as I already have a HRM & Cadence Sensor from Garmin.
Cheers
Graeme
Australia
Nice website! Can you please advise me if the Black & White Garmin Edge 800 you have listed for around $435 is available in Black & Blue for the same price as the B&W? I ask as I have worked out it is best for me to purchase a unit without the bundle/maps, they can be obtained later. Can you advise what items especially from Garmin can be used to measure wattage??? I am curious & would like to persue this option, as I already have a HRM & Cadence Sensor from Garmin.
Cheers
Graeme
Australia
Country : Australia
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We only stock the Edge 800 singly in Black/White, the blue colour comes with the bundles. Garmin do not currently produce a power meter for wattage measurement. You will need to use a third party ANT+ compatible power meter such as a PowerTap hub, SRAM Quarc power meter crank set or similar.Country : United Kingdom
Hi,
I want to upload a route from http://london.cyclestreets.net - it's nearly 38 miles into work and I can't remember all the twists and turns.
Can I do this? Do I need to buy additional software to upload the maps? Are the basic maps good enough to upload a route from Kent to London?
Thanks!
Adriaan
I want to upload a route from http://london.cyclestreets.net - it's nearly 38 miles into work and I can't remember all the twists and turns.
Can I do this? Do I need to buy additional software to upload the maps? Are the basic maps good enough to upload a route from Kent to London?
Thanks!
Adriaan
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I don't think you will be able to upload from cyclestreets. If it were me, log onto www.ridewithgps.com. Plan your route here and synch with your Garmin. It will give turn by turn instructions. As for the mapping, the base map is rubbish. It will major roads and towns only. Look for free open source maps on ridewithgps.1 year, 6 months ago
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the basic maps are basically useless. they have some very big roads, and nothing else. have a look at open street map, you can download maps there - you will need a micro SD card though, there wont be space on the internal memory for them.Country : United Kingdom
1 year, 10 months ago
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If you have the route in tcx format, you can upload it to training center and from there to the 800. If you just have the waypoints on paper, then use bikeroutetoaster.com to convert those to a tcx file, and then do the same.
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The base maps on the device are basically just land mass and don't include any real detail for navigation. You would need to either purchase a map disc separately or purchase the Garmin 800 with navigation maps. These maps would include the road mapping so you can navigate turn by turn. You can upload routes from map sites, there are various formats supported so I would recommend contacting Garmin or searching their support pages for information on where is best to get these route files.Country : United Kingdom
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It comes with UK map cards. The map cards can be bought separatelyCountry : Australia
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Unfortunately not at this time, you would need to purchase these maps separately.Country : United Kingdom
Country : United Kingdom
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I expect you mean to route find while driving a car? Compare to a car GPS, the screen is small (and you are further from the GPS in a car than on a bike), and it doesn't talk to you, it just beeps (meaning you need to keep then checking it out to see why it beeps). So personally, I would not use the 800 as a car GPS as you risk an accident. It's designed for a bike, and it works perfectly for a bike.Answer:
The screen is too small to be effective for motoring. Motoring specific models are best suited to this and the EDGE 800 is basically a cycling computer.Answer:
yes, but no voice
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You can use the Garmins for motorcycling but unfortunately I was not able to find out the speeds that they were accurate at. If you are using them at very high speeds there may be an issue and it is worth looking into.Country : United Kingdom
if i purchase this unit, can i get australian base maps with it?
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yes, I have them, and they're great. Show bike paths as well
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You will Australia on the base map but the basemap is very basic so you couldn't navigate by it. You would need to purchase additional maps for road or trail for your local area.Country : United Kingdom
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I have bontrager ant+ sensors, speed, cadence and heart rate. Will these work with the garmin edge 800
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Yes ANT+ is a universal protocol. The Garmin head unit will pick the Bontrager inbuilt transmitters upCountry : Australia
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Although the devices are ANT+ and should be compatible with the Edge 800, we can't guarantee that the sensors will pair with the Edge 800 and provide data. We do not stock the Bontrager parts so can't test this.Country : United Kingdom
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That is right,. The HR strap and the cadence/speed sensor are the sameCountry : Australia
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As long as your sensors are ANT+ sensors, they will fiunction with the EDGE 800. If in doubt, confirm with Garmin.
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The cadence and HRM from the edge 500 should be compatible with the edge 800.1 of 1
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