Early last summer we posted an article about a new GPS computer that was rumored to be forthcoming from Garmin called – the Edge Touring. Well, as of the couple of weeks ago, the new computer finally launched, and it’s available in two versions – the Touring and Touring Plus.
Both computers are based the Edge 810, along with a host of similar features, to include a waterproof housing with a 3.6 x 5.5cm display, a 160 x 240 pixel resolution touchscreen, a rechargeable lithium-ion battery with a claimed runtime of up to 17 hours, almost identical buttons and mount system. However, unlike the 810 which is black, the Touring models are both white. So, what make them different ? For the most part, the Edge Touring does not have the "training" functionality that the 810 does.
Although the Edge Touring has will he ability to measure several aspects of a person’s "ride", it does not however, display cadence or map power. Nor does it allow for setting up interval training sessions or racing against a virtual opponent.
Indeed, the Edge Touring concentrates more on navigation, with the ability to add maps via microSD data cards.
Additionally, there are three different modes to choose between: cycling, tour cycling, and mountain biking. As suggested, the mapping includes unpaved roads, paths and trails so it will come up with off-road routes too, if you want them.
One other interesting navigational feature is the RoundTrip routing. If for example, a person wants to set-up a ride according to availability of time, the Edge Touring can suggest as many as three suggested routes with the same start/finish point, along with a route elevation profile for each. In addition, the Edge Touring includes points of interest specifically for cyclists: sights to see, places to eat and stay.
Edge® Touring Plus Overview
The Premium Sat Nav for Your Bike
Wherever you are, find your way
Edge Touring Plus works like the GPS navigator you use in your car, only with maps and features specifically designed to help you find your way by bike. Whether you have a specific destination in mind, or just a distance you want to ride, Edge Touring Plus gives you the freedom to know you can find your way. You can even find and download rides others have completed on Garmin Connect and Garmin Adventures, or share your own with the community.
Find Places and Get Directions
Bike-specific maps preloaded in Edge Touring Plus make it easy to get from point A to point B (and beyond) and back again. Simply enter an address or search for points of interest and Edge Touring Plus will give you turn-by-turn directions to your destination(s). You can choose between cycling, tour cycling and mountain biking modes to calculate the most appropriate route for the type of cycling you do, taking you on paved roads, unpaved roads or on paths and trails.
With round trip routing, you can tell Edge Touring Plus how far you’d like to ride and then choose from up to 3 ride options that will bring you back to where you started. The device makes it easy to plan rest stops, find attractions along the way and more.
Get the height advantage
The Barometric Altimeter in the Edge Touring Plus gives elevation, total ascent, total descent and gradient information on the go. It also displays a graph of the elevation changes and records the elevation data for upload when you get home.
Connect to Your Edge
Use Edge Touring Plus with a wireless ANT+™ heart rate monitor (sold separately) to help you track and log how hard you’re working. This ANT+ technology also provides integration for compatible LEVs and eBikes to show range, remaining charge and other key data.
Search for Rides and Adventures
Don’t have a specific destination in mind? Search for rides others have completed on Garmin Connect or Garmin Adventures. Then download them to Edge Touring Plus to follow on your next ride. Customise the rides or create completely new ones and then download them to your device as well.
Share Your Experiences
Edge Touring Plus records where you ride so you can upload your rides to Garmin Connect or Garmin Adventures and relive them whenever you want. Garmin Connect and Garmin Adventures are free and allow you to share your cycling adventures with friends, family or fellow riders.
Edge® Touring Overview
Edge Touring works like the GPS navigator you use in your car, only with maps and features specifically designed to help you find your way by bike. Whether you have a specific destination in mind, or just a distance you want to ride, Edge Touring gives you the freedom to know you can find your way. You can even find and download rides others have completed on Garmin Connect and Garmin Adventures, or share your own with the community.
European bike-specific maps preloaded in the Edge Touring make it easy to get from point A to point B (and beyond) and back again. Simply enter an address or search for points of interest and Edge Touring will give you turn-by-turn directions to your destination(s). You can choose between cycling, tour cycling and mountain biking modes to calculate the most appropriate route for the type of cycling you do, taking you on paved roads, unpaved roads or on paths and trails.
With RoundTrip routing, you can tell Edge Touring how far you’d like to ride and then choose from up to 3 ride options that will bring you back to where you started. The device makes it easy to plan rest stops, find attractions along the way and more.
Don’t have a specific destination in mind? Search for rides others have completed on Garmin Connect or Garmin Adventures. Then download them to Edge Touring to follow on your next ride. Customise the rides or create completely new ones and then download them to your device as well.
Edge Touring records where you ride so you can upload your rides to Garmin Connect or Garmin Adventures and relive them whenever you want. Garmin Connect and Garmin Adventures are free and allow you to share your cycling adventures with friends, family or fellow riders.
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