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Originally Posted by Tony T
I've since decided to (eventually) get a Garmin 820 as I want the mapping (I don't carry a smartphone when I ride). I'll probably pick one up next month.
Any comments on the Garmin Edge 820?
(I've found a good review at: https://www.dcrainmaker.com/2016/07/...-edge-820.html) |
I've been a loyal Garmin user for years beginning in 2006 with an Edge 305. I've since acquired an Edge 705, Forerunner 235, Approach S6 and now an 820. All of those devices serve me well with the exception of the 820. My Edge 705 is a much better unit for stability (not freezing up and dumping data as my 820 routinely does) and accuracy. When I ride the trails the 705's receiver is considerably better at keeping a signal. There's a 10 mile wooded section where my 820 consistently shorts me over a mile worth of distance when compared to my 705. I've used them side by side many times and it's always the same disparity.
I'm on my 2nd 820 and am really growing tired of its issues. I can't recommend this unit at all.
Kevin g