Dakota vs. Edge for Road Biking
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I was planning the same thing of purchasing the 705 or the Dakota20 for road biking. I currently own a 305. After reading much about the Dakota, I find it's a step in the right direction but still lacking features, especially for road biking. I see it's missing important data fields that are found on the Edge and other units, in particular Grade, Temperature, variants of Heart Rate readings, Power ANT, Current Lap Time, Laps... I also notice the Dakota has the capability to display 10 data fields at once but I'm not sure it is programmed to do so. I was unable to see a screen shot of this anywhere on the web and of course like always, the users manual is limited in information. Unbelieveably, I also found that the batteries cannot be charged while installed in the Dakota even though rechargeables can be used. They must be charged outside the Dakota. I think I'll wait for the next generation Edge to come out. Seems like too much money for too many holes.
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HM, did you ever get any good feeback to your dilemma? I am in the same boat now, debating between the 305 Edge and Forerunner. As a Mtn Biker (primarily) I'm leaning toward the Edge but they both have the functionality I need.
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It's tough to answer since this bicycle would serve best with s pro fitting. Having said that, a cannondale road frame will be longer and more aggressive with respect to geometry; I'd still go with the 56. And assume you may need to adjust the stem length
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Hi Hungryman, others may correct me, but I've rode both and while the skinnier of the two *may* a wee bit faster I'd opt for the 700X25 for the greater handling and comfort. In fact, my evolution of being an enthusiast rider for 10+ years has led me to choose nothing skinnier than 700X28 tires -- on wheels big enough to accept them, of course. Forgive me pointing out the obvious, but the right tire for you also depends largely on your size, your bike, your level of experience and your kind of riding (commuting, going for speed or going for distance, pavement, gravel, etc.)
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Found a fairly decent writeup on the difference @ http://www.livestrong.com/article/270832-comparison-of-schwinn-230-240-bikes/
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I consulted with my wife who has used both. She thinks the bigger and softer wheel of the Ironman Dualie would probably be better suited for brick streets.
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You may want to look into a Bully Dog GT as they are more universal. These Edge products are for Diesel trucks.
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Hello.Yes, this tire is the correct OEM size if your Dakota had the factory 15" wheel option.Thank you,BWT
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It depends on the size of your bike frame. Coming from the Topeak website, the A-type is for XS to small frames, the E-type is for small to medium frames, and the V-type is for medium to large frames.
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I use the Topeak for my road bike and went with a sturdier design for my MTB... the EZ Bike Stand. The MTB fits in the Topeak but the base on the EZ Stand grips the 29'r tires better giving it less chance of falling.
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Yes but i would prefer doing larger cycles with legs, the peddles being not long enough. I am not using much this bike anymore having recently bought a Diamondback bike which is better built.
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I would go with a "Tri Bike" They are set up differently than a standard road bike.
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I agree with previous answers. There are city type cruiser bikes that are more comfortable and stable, especially if you're going to be carrying camera gear.
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I have a Dakota 10 and use it all the time for biking. True, it doesn't do any of the things Frank mentions. I guess I'm just interested in track, elevation and odometer, time, so it's perfect for that. Weather/temperature is applied when the tracklog is uploaded to Basecamp or Garmin Connect (although at this writing, the "new" Garmin Connect isn't correctly calculating distance on GPX files, so there's that.)
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Apparently there is a Slope Edition, but I was not able to find one and bought the standard Tour Z6. Have been very happy with it.
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Probably, although i recommend that you check Pearl Izumi's website to be sure. I would be hesitant about white where we ride because of the amount of grit, road cinder and dirt that gets kicked up while road riding.
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crossover? Can tell u this : I own one of each and 6 GoPeds. The brushless is the only one to buy. 2X the power and braking. Wld never use anthinh but the brushless if had to choose. Jeff