Review on 🚴 Enhanced Cycling Experience with Garmin Edge 25 GPS for Biking by Greg Roberts

If you've owned a bike computer like the Cateye or Avocet in the last 30 years, then this GPS bike computer will give you the idea. It's simple, small and precise, like old computers. Finally a bike GPS for those who don't like or want bulky, clunky and expensive GPS computers. I've owned this Garmin Edge 25 for about two months and it works great. It came loose a bit after one of the software updates, but after I re-downloaded the software everything was fine. The device is the same size as a wristwatch but slightly thicker. I'm pretty sure this model is an adaptation of Garmin's running watch models. (This adjustment probably explains the one-mile to five-mile lap feature, which is useless to a cyclist because nobody rides that exact distance, but seems useful to runners.) The screen is very legible. You can switch between clock, 2-line data screen, 3-line data screen, very rough map for reload and course, pace for the preloaded course, and heart rate features if you purchase an optional heart rate sensor as well as a cadence sensor. (I didn't buy them.) Switching between screens beeps (which can be turned off), and the buttons are large enough to be pressed with a gloved finger. Also, the buttons give you tactile feedback when you press them. The device records GPS very accurately. In addition to the American GPS, the Russian GLONASS is also used if you activate it in the settings. There were no issues uploading data to Strava and Garmin Connect. I don't seem to have any trouble aligning myself with Strava segments, although I rarely pay attention to them. Installing and configuring this module was very easy. It normally receives GPS satellite data as soon as it is switched on. When you turn on Bluetooth, the device automatically uploads data to Garmin and Strava at the end of your ride via the Garmin app on your smartphone. Bluetooth also displays caller ID and text messages from your mobile phone. The Bluetooth function also informs friends and family of your location while driving if you send them an invitation to do so. Great for letting your spouse know where you are or if you want to meet someone while riding your bike. The battery seems to be more than sufficient for an average bike ride of 1 to 3 hours. I ran for 9 hours with no problems. If you drive longer, you might want to consider another solution. It charges via a USB port that plugs into your computer. It doesn't have a standard USB connector on the GPS side, but there are special pins. I think it was designed to keep dirt and moisture out of the device and to save size and weight. Steering wheel. I carry my smartphone in the pocket of my cycling jacket and can always pull it out when I need to check a map or get directions. I noticed that Google Maps gives audio directions when needed without the screen on. Put on your headphones and the google lady will tell you when to turn back. No need to carry another $500 computer on the wheel. I am very happy with this computer and plan to use it for many years to come.