The Garmin Edge 550 GPS Cycling Computer may be compact, but it delivers performance on a scale that far exceeds its size. With a vibrant color display and intuitive button control, it puts every critical metric, map, and alert at your fingertips. Riders benefit from up to 12 hours of battery life in demanding scenarios, and as much as 36 hours in Battery Saver mode, ensuring confidence on endurance rides and adventures deep off-grid. Preloaded with TopoActive maps and Trailforks data, the Edge 550 guides you like a local, while ForkSight mode reveals trail names, elevation, and distances ahead for smarter decision-making in real time. Road hazard alerts, turn-by-turn directions, and Back-to-Start functions add safety and reliability to every outing.

Engineered for serious training, the Edge 550 integrates advanced insights backed by sports science. Power Guide helps manage output with recommended targets based on wind and stamina, while real-time stamina tracking reveals how much energy remains at your current effort. With Garmin Coach adaptive training plans, personalized daily workout suggestions, and features like VO2 max analysis, heat and altitude acclimation, and cycling ability comparisons against course demands, this unit ensures every ride has purpose. ClimbPro ascent planning provides precise data on remaining gradient and elevation, while Enduro and Downhill profiles with 5 Hz GPS deliver unmatched accuracy for off-road performance metrics. Add MTB dynamics, grit and flow scoring, and jump analysis, and the Edge 550 becomes an indispensable training partner across all cycling disciplines.

Performance only matters when matched with safety and awareness, and Garmin delivers with comprehensive protection features. The Edge 550 pairs seamlessly with Varia™ radar and smart lighting systems, enhancing visibility and awareness in traffic. Built-in incident detection automatically alerts emergency contacts in the event of a crash, while LiveTrack allows friends and family to follow your ride in real time. A bike alarm protects against theft, sending notifications to your smartphone if your bike is moved, while inReach® device compatibility extends communication into the most remote locations. With GroupRide messaging and leaderboards, you can stay connected with fellow cyclists for both camaraderie and accountability on every ride.

Connectivity is where the Edge 550 truly integrates into the modern cycling ecosystem. Compatible with eBikes, smart trainers, and electronic shifting systems, it provides detailed data on battery status, gearing, and performance metrics. Riders can customize their experience with apps and widgets from the Connect IQ™ Store, while smart notifications ensure important texts and alerts are never missed mid-ride. Nutrition and hydration alerts help optimize fueling strategy, and post-ride gear ratio analysis provides deeper insight for fine-tuning performance. Compact, durable, and loaded with cutting-edge features, the Garmin Edge 550 is not just a cycling computer—it’s a performance, safety, and training tool built to elevate every ride.