Mapping GPS Computer Recommendation

[geeter]

Originally Posted by rnhood

I have the Edge 1000 which is basically the same as the Touring model with the fancy performance training features (not in the Touring model). It's a solid unit and the larger screen size is great. The newer 1030 has an even larger screen but being new, its way too expensive. Get the Touring model from Garmin. If you have any trouble, they answer the phone and resolve it. You get a warranty too.

Does Garmin sell refurbished direct?

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[fkelly]

I'm using a 2011! Garmin Edge 800. Works great for basic data collection: speed, altitude, hr, power and uploads my completed rides to rwgps. I don't use the mapping features that much. If I get lost I get out my Samsung S8 phone which has a superior screen and mapping.

When the Garmin finally dies, I will probably try the phone first. There is an app for the phone. It works with rwgps but I'll probably need to add a couple sensors: speed, heart rate. It does read my Stages Power Meter okay.

For what it's worth, when I come home from a ride, I plug the 800 via USB into my 'puter. Garmin connect is set up in advance. In about 5 to 10 seconds the completed ride, with all metrics is loaded up on both rwgps and Garmin. That provides welcome backup in case either web site goes under.

[rnhood]

Originally Posted by geeter

Does Garmin sell refurbished direct?

Yes, just go to their outlet store.

It still may serve you well to call as I don't know how often they update the outlet store inventory. I got my Edge 1000 there for $200. The prices tend to change depending on their inventories. I see the Touring refurb for $144 right now. That is a pretty good deal.

[geeter]

Awesome thanks. That was my biggest inhibitor to going refurbed.... Third party vendors online

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[zzy]

I frankly hate my Touring Plus model - the mapping makes me want to tear my hair out and I frequently resort to just using my phone. YMMV

[geeter]

Explain please

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