Garmin Edge 500 GPS Cycling Computer Blue

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Garmin Edge 500 GPS Cycling Computer Blue

The Garmin Edge 500 GPS-enabled bike computer features a sleek, lightweight design. It is designed for cyclists wanting the most out of their training and racing. The Edge® 500 is compatible with ANT+ heart rate monitors, speed/cadence sensors and third-party ANT+ power meters. It also features advanced calorie computation based on heart rate information for more accuracy. The Edge 500 uses a high-sensitivity GPS receiver with HotFix™ satellite prediction to calculate position quickly. It also has temperature readings and a start notice that provides a warning if the timer is not going when you begin moving. Edge 500 features a low-profile, quarter-turn mount that fits on your bike's stem or handlebar. Data from rides can be uploaded to Garmin Connect™ for detailed analysis and mapping.

Includes: Edge 500, AC adapter, 2 bike mounts, USB cable, quick start guide and owner's manual on disk

Selected features

57 grams

Optional Garmin GSC™ 10 cadence sensor sold separately

Wireless ANT+ power meter compatible

New sleek lightweight design

Size: 1.9" x 2.7" x 0.85" (4.8 x 6.9 x 2.2 cm)M

Barometric altimeter for precise climb and descent data

High-sensitivity GPS receiver with HotFix™

Supports five heart rate zones, seven power zones

Rechargeable lithium-ion battery with up to 18 hour battery life

Does not include speed/cadence kit

Please note: Heart rate strap not included - available separately

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2/1/2010 3:27:30 PM

Anonymous :

I bought this unit from Excel Sports to use with my Powertap. I had been using the Forerunner 305 which is not ANT+ compatible. I would echo the other review that the mount and pressure for depressing a button leaves something to be desired. The other downside, which I was aware of when I bought this product, is the inability to create an interval based workout to follow during a ride. The upsides are it is 1) light and super easy to set up, 2) it communicates flawlessly with the HR strap, speed/cadence unit, and powertap, 3) the display options are great, and 4) it provides reliable and consistent data. Limitations aside, its a great computer for the price. Be sure to download the free software upgrade for the unit if you use a powermeter. I could not program power zones into the unit w/o the upgrade. Finally, consider using WKO+ for power analysis, the garmin connect and garmin training center programs don’t provide much analysis of power data.

1/28/2010 1:37:49 AM

Anonymous :

Cannot get max heartrate and max RPM without pressing a lot of buttons. Its not available as a regular display readout option. Even with the cadence and speed sensor connected, whether with GPS switched on or off, the unit will not read speed unless you are moving and the GPS is switched on. This makes using it on a trainer of very limited value. The buttons are so narrow and hard to press as an overtightened guitar string. I’m getting a sore thumbtip joint from all the setup entries I needed to make. The mount is wiggly. The force needed to press a button is almost enough to rotate it off the mount. The unit wiggles around form the pressure needed to press a button, and that can also cause the steering to twitch sideways sometimes if you don’t keep a steady other hand on the bars. Sad that a unit with so much potential suffers from bad GUI and ergonomics that only could result from someone who isn’t a cyclist having a major role in the design.

1/9/2010 8:14:16 AM

Anonymous :

The Edge 500 is the right size with the right information and at the right price. The paging feature rotates three screens with the information you need. The battery life is about 18 hours as advertized and is displayed in %. The is a great upgrade from my Edge 305. I have gone to the web base Garmin Connect from the PC based Training Center program.