Garmin Edge VS Garmin ETrex: Is a Garmin Etrex any different from the Garmin Edge?
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Garmin ETrex Vista HCx is the latest Etrex. The mapping features in the Etrex are excellent. It shows you street maps, turn-by-turn directions, points-of-interest, etc. The Etrex also has much better battery life than the Edge. The Etrex is much bigger and heavier than the Edge 305, though. The Etrex also lacks training features like heart rate and cadence. You should also check out the new Edge 705, which has both training features and maps, but at a much higher price than either the Edge 305 or the Etrex.
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This data cable had a connection that didn't match the Garmin Etrex unit I had (I was borrowing it) so it was useless to me. No worries about the wasted expense - I just returned to unit to the person I borrowed it from and am now going to rent a better Garmin with updated USB ports on each end.
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The Garmin 800 is a better option for downloading *.tcx files with embedded turn by turn directions. The Garmin 810 does not support *.tcx files as well as the 800. I used RideWithGps.com last year to plan my ride across the USA (4162 miles in 53 riding days) and had turn by turn directions all the way with the Garmin 800. I originally bought an 810, but returned it when proved problematic and bought the 800 instead. It worked pretty well. The only problem was when turns are very close together. RideWithGPS gives you the option to set how early a turn notice will be given (50', 200', etc). If the turns are really close together and the warnings are set to be 500' the notifications can overlap. The Garmin 800 is a better option for downloading *.tcx files with embedded turn by turn directions. The Garmin 810 does not support *.tcx files as well as the 800. I used RideWithGps.com last year to plan my ride across the USA (4162 miles in 53 riding days) and had turn by turn directions all the way with the Garmin 800. I originally bought an 810, but returned it when proved problematic and bought the 800 instead. It worked pretty well. The only problem was when turns are very close together. RideWithGPS gives you the option to set how early a turn notice will be given (50', 200', etc).... » Read More The Garmin 800 is a better option for downloading *.tcx files with embedded turn by turn directions. The Garmin 810 does not support *.tcx files as well as the 800. I used RideWithGps.com last year to plan my ride across the USA (4162 miles in 53 riding days) and had turn by turn directions all the way with the Garmin 800. I originally bought an 810, but returned it when proved problematic and bought the 800 instead. It worked pretty well. The only problem was when turns are very close together. RideWithGPS gives you the option to set how early a turn notice will be given (50', 200', etc). If the turns are really close together and the warnings are set to be 500' the notifications can overlap. « Show Less
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The Garmin Edge is intended for cycling use. It has far more bells and whistles than a runner or hiker may want to use. Garmin makes a product for runners called a Forerunner worn as a watch and is less expensive than a Garmin 810. A hiker would better advise what is best to use for off-road hiking. I would not buy a Garmin 810 for running or hiking.
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In a nutshell, Bushnell has fewer "bells and whistles", but IMHO, is easier to use for basic, such as distances (obviously) and hazards. When I compared the two at my local golf shop, I thought Garmin's graphics were difficult to make out on a wrist worn small screen device. Maybe that's due to "older eye syndrome" !
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It comes with "Healthy Edge" software lite version. However I've had this problem with the Garmin ANT antenna (USB). Combined with the Healthy Edge, doesn't work at all. Poor software for a 500 bucks scale...
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I am not sure. I bought this when I bought the garmin, & it said "people who bought this have bought this also". Sorry I couldn't be of more help.
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You'll find that the eXplorist GC has an older software, but the firmware is up-grade-able, but for "me" it only transferred using Win ExP. I had a lot of problems with the GPS freezing and had to remove the batteries. Spend a little more money for a Garmin.
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Yes, from my research, bluetooth is the only difference between the two Garmin models you mentioned. I just ordered my 1450LMT and have not had a chance to use it. I would assume both units would function very similar as they have exactly the same feature set except for bluetooth.
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You can not load normal GPS maps into your Garmin Edge or Forerunner device. However, recently CourseMapper was launched. It is a site that allows you to create custom maps using Google Maps as a reference, it lets you import and create waypoints and courses with coursepoints (coursepoints are garmins waypoints that are located on a course). The CourseMapper website lets you save those files to either .gpx or .crs format, or you can send it directly to your device via usb using the Garmin Communicator Plugin.Check it out at: http://coursemapper.hostsnake.com/
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Yes, but it is not quite as easy and nifty as they make it look. I was disappointed in the Etrex 10. It does take getting use to, and the instructions that come with it are not very user friendly. You will need to download the bigger manual from the Garmin Internet sight. I bought the eTrex 10 and wish I had bought the higher model (or two) even though it cost a lot more. The eTrex 20 looks about the same as the eTrex 10, but in color. I would try to get some feedback from someone with the eTrex20 if that is the model you are considering. Hope this helps. LW
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The Garmin Edge 200, 500, and 800 (and many other Garmin products, for that matter) share the same rear mounting fixture. That fixture is what nestles into any mount- be it a bar fly, handlebar mount, or wrist band. You'll simply set your Edge 200 on any of the included mounts- and twist! It'll lock right in! Easy-peasy!
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It does weigh in pounds. You can print Healthy Edge data from your computer as well as the screen for Garmin Connect uploads. What I don't know yet is whether Healthy Edge can work with Garmin Express, which is replacing the ANT Agent. So far it does not from my experience. I will follow up with technical support on that.
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I have an Oregon 350T, so I can't recommend settings for an etrex20. I can tell you that I just recently returned from Italy and the Street Maps program worked great for Rome, Venice, Verona. Florence, the Amalfi Coast, and driving on a tour bus over much of Italy. I also recently used it in Ireland. It is an amazing little app for the price.
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Yes it will, But, I have to ask you what you're looking for exactly. You can call me at 904-272-6369 and I might be able to help you out. The problem is that the lingo the Etrex uses to explain everything absolutely sucks. Etrex would sell a lot more GPS units if they got there stuuff together. I have never seen a more deplorable manual in my life. The Etrex guys know soooo much that they can't bring themselves down to a first time users level.
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The navigation I think works really well. But I do believe a Garmin is a little more easier to use. But in all once you know what you're doing with this navigation is is awesome!
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Not absolutely certain but it works with all other Edge units so unless Garmin has changed the mount design you should be fine.