Garmin Connect IQ: An in-depth introduction to the platform you can now use today
www.dcrainmaker.com/2015/01/connect-iq-intro.html2) Enablement of Connect IQ on the Edge series of devices: While I think there’s tremendous benefits for having it on ‘wearable devices’, I think there’s actually so many better ways it can be leveraged on the Garmin Edge series. … This past week Garmin not only launched a slew of new devices, but perhaps more importantly – launched availability of the first portions for Connect IQ.
Garmin Instinct 2X Solar In-Depth Review: Bigger and Flashlight-Equipped!
www.dcrainmaker.com/2023/04/instinct-flashlight-equipped.htmlGarmin’s new Instinct 2X aims to complete the threesome size lineup of the Instinct 2 series, offering now a small, medium, and large edition. … While solar on devices like the just-released Edge 540 & 840 are ‘interesting’, the reality is solar on those devices contributes very little to the battery of the device.
Garmin’s Biggest Competitor Is Their Own Software Instability
www.dcrainmaker.com/2019/06/competitor-software-instability.htmlFor example, I know that while I might see 5-8 cases of a given problem on a Garmin Edge 520 compared to 1-2 instances of a problem on an Wahoo BOLT, I know that unit sales wise, in that scenario the Garmin actually trends better. … To the casual observer, one might assume Garmin’s biggest competitors are Apple, Fitbit, and in certain cycling circles – Wahoo.
Nifty Garmin Edge 500 Custom Mount
www.dcrainmaker.com/2012/03/nifty-garmin-edge-500-custom-mount.htmlI continue to wonder why exactly Garmin made the decision to offset those mounts, and nobody to date (internal or external to Garmin) has given me a good reason. … As I’ve alluded to before, I’ve long since been following a sweet Slowtwitch thread on creating custom mounts for the Edge 500.
Garmin releases Edge 500 update, adds TSS/NP/IF & more
www.dcrainmaker.com/2012/05/garmin-releases-edge-500-update-adds.htmlThis means that in order for metrics to align between the device, Garmin Connect, and Training Peaks, you must have your profile settings identical between the three. … It’s been nearly 10 months since the announcement that TSS/NP/IF metrics would come to the Edge 500, and as of 11AM central time – it’s finally available.
Garmin Vivoactive 5 In-Depth Review: Now With An AMOLED Display!
www.dcrainmaker.com/2023/09/garmin-vivoactive-display.htmlTo the surprise of many, Garmin has just announced the Vivoactive 5 – which is essentially a mini-Venu 3 (both in price and features). … Thus, it’s sorta a double-edged sword.
Garmin VIRB & VIRB Elite In-Depth Review
www.dcrainmaker.com/2013/12/garmin-depth-review.htmlAs you’ll see later on though, you can get power data by merging it with files from a Garmin Edge device, but it’s not as clean as the built-in options. … When Garmin announced the VIRB action camera late this past summer, it represented further expansion into the outdoor market, due to it’s significant product tie-ins with other Garmin products.
First look at Garmin’s new FR620 & FR220 GPS running watches
www.dcrainmaker.com/2013/09/garmins-running-watches.htmlThis simply eliminates that issue and makes it like the FR10/FR110/FR210 and all the Garmin Edge devices. … The final Garmin FR620 In-Depth Review is now available here.
Hands-on with Garmin’s new Forerunner 25
www.dcrainmaker.com/2015/08/garmin-forerunner-25.htmlAs we move ahead in the seemingly never ending summer of Garmin releases, this week brings us the new Forerunner 25. … Now what’s interesting here is that you’ll find the menu system near identical to that of the newly released Edge 20 & Edge 25 units.
Garmin VIRB Ultra 30 In-Depth Review
www.dcrainmaker.com/2016/09/garmin-ultra-review.htmlLast week, Garmin announced and released their newest action cam – the VIRB Ultra 30. … The GoPro battery has squared off edges, versus rounded edges here.
Garmin Forerunner 220 In-Depth Review
www.dcrainmaker.com/2013/11/garmin-forerunner-depth-review.htmlWe first saw this technology in the Garmin Edge 510 and Edge 810 last January. … The Garmin FR220 is the company’s latest mid-range (price-wise) running watch, which succeeds the older FR210 unit.
A look at the Fox Racing Shocks Smart Pump concept with a Garmin Edge 800
www.dcrainmaker.com/2011/09/look-at-fox-racing-shocks-smart-pump.htmlIn addition to the code, there’s also an ID that you can manually enter in (for the Garmin Edge 800). … There was a lot of cool stuff shown at Interbike last week – but perhaps one of the coolest and least expected technology items demonstrated was a partnership between Fox (the bike company, not the TV corporation) and Garmin that allows you to calibrate your Fox Racing Shock system using the Edge 800 via ANT+.
Garmin Forerunner 210 In Depth Review
www.dcrainmaker.com/2010/12/garmin-forerunner-210-in-depth-review.htmlBecause I want to be transparent about my reviews, as I mentioned when I first got the device – Garmin sent me this FR210 for a period of 60 days as a trial unit. … Garmin introduced a slightly new heart rate strap with the Edge 800 – and that same strap is being carried through to the Forerunner 210.
Hands-on: Garmin’s New Fenix 5 Multisport GPS Series–with mapping!
www.dcrainmaker.com/2017/01/garmins-multisport-serieswith.htmlThis is a feature we saw added to the Garmin Edge series a few years ago, allowing you to generate rides on the fly for a distance of your choosing. … Right on cue, Garmin has released their next edition of the Fenix series – the Fenix 5.
Big Garmin Edge, Fenix, and Epix Sale (US): Quick Thoughts
www.dcrainmaker.com/2024/05/garmin-fenix-thoughts.htmlIt’s too soon to know when we’ll see refreshes of these, but I certainly wouldn’t expect a new Garmin Edge 550 or Edge 850 anytime soon. … It’s May, which means it’s Garmin’s annual sales for their mostly outdoor-focused products ahead of the summer season.
Tuesday Tidbits: Starbucks Card on Garmin Edge/Watches, COROS Mojito, Zwift Hardware Survey
www.dcrainmaker.com/2020/07/tuesday-starbucks-hardware.htmlIf you live in the US and Canada, you can now load your Starbucks card atop your Garmin Edge device, or Garmin wearable. … The ‘trick’ here is that Garmin doesn’t even need to put NFC in their Edge devices for this to magically work, since it’s purely just basic barcode scanning.
How to download Garmin workouts to your tablet (Android, iPad, Windows Surface)
www.dcrainmaker.com/2013/06/garmin-android-surface.htmlSome devices such as the Garmin Edge 510 and 810 now allow uploading of workouts via your phone or tablet. … The reason I specifically focused on Garmin devices is simple: There’s quite frankly not much support out there for other devices today.
Counterpoint: Understanding why the Garmin AutoSync rollout isn’t necessarily great for consumers
www.dcrainmaker.com/2014/06/counterpoint-garmin-sync.htmlThis morning’s announcement by Garmin of their Garmin Sync rollout is one that’s been long in the making – starting in earnest much earlier this year. … For example, you can plug in your new Edge 1000 and download directly from USB.
Strava Upload Insights: Ironman World Championships 2017
www.dcrainmaker.com/2017/10/insights-ironman-championships.htmlThe Garmin Forerunner 920XT was a stand out device across every leg. … It held off the Edge 520 (The current King/Queen of road cycling) and the relatively new kid on the block, the Forerunner 935.
Giveaway Extravaganza: Garmin Edge 500
www.dcrainmaker.com/2012/06/giveaway-extravaganza-garmin-edge-500.htmlHere’s your chance to grab a brand new Garmin Edge 500. … My In-Depth Product Review: Garmin Edge 500
Garmin VIRB X & XE Action Cam In-Depth Review
www.dcrainmaker.com/2016/03/garmin-virbxe-review.htmlIn this case, I’ve used the Garmin VIRB X & XE action cameras for a good solid 8-9 months now. … Though honestly – it’s not a great head unit otherwise – so I’d stick with your Edge for now.
Sports Technology Buyers Guide & Recommendations: Winter 2018-2019
www.dcrainmaker.com/2018/11/sports-technology-buyers-recommendations.htmlOh - and if you're looking for a budget mapping option, check out the new Garmin Edge Explorer - which is roughly an Edge 1030 without all the advanced features. … The Vivoactive 3 has Garmin Pay, which is contactless payments at stores (plus apps on Connect IQ).
Giveaway Extravaganza: Garmin Edge 1000
www.dcrainmaker.com/2014/06/giveaway-extravaganza-garmin-1000.htmlThus, if size matters for you and you’re looking for the bike computer with the biggest screen and the most advanced features on the market then you’ll likely end up at the Garmin Edge 1000. … My-In-Depth Product Review: Garmin Edge 1000 In-Depth Review
How to download workouts/race plans into your Garmin Forerunner/Edge
www.dcrainmaker.com/2008/09/how-to-download-workoutsrace-plans-into.htmlJust for the fun of it back a little while ago I decided to input my Nation’s Tri bike race plan into my Garmin device.
Because it’s October: Garmin Edge 520 Giveaway Winner Selected!
www.dcrainmaker.com/2015/10/because-giveaway-selected.htmlAs for everyone else? Well, you can still pickup the Garmin Edge 520 (or, beg someone to put it in your Halloween Trick or Treat bag). … Well then…it appears some of you really want an Edge 520.
