Garmin Edge 605 (GPS)

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May, 2012

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The Garmin Edge 605 does everything I want

By gordonharris912 (cnet.com) Read the full review

At RideWithGPS.com , cyclingnewengland.blogspot.com or mapmyride.com . I download GPX files for cycling routes in my area. Every weekend I take a new ride with my Garmin Edge 605 giving me complete and accurate instructions at every turn

The Edge does not come with adequate instructions, but they are online at http://www.bikenewengland.com

Feb, 2011 2011-02-14   5

Great for training

By Bikin' Bob (jr.com) Read the full review

I mostly use the 605 for training. I find that it gives me lots of useful data. My training involves repeated 4 mile laps and 605 enables me to get detailed information about each lap and to compare them.

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Apr, 2010 2010-04-07   5

Looks good, time will tell

By Carl J. Klossner (amazon.com) Read the full review

The Garmin Edge 605 Bicycle GPS was given as a gift this past Christmas. As of now we have not used it, no biking in the snow. I'll be able to give this item more of a review after the snow clears and the temperatures get above 30 degrees for more than...

Jan, 2012 2012-01-09   3

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Manufacturer's Description

Add maps and find motivation with Edge 605. This GPS-enabled cycle computer comes loaded with everything you need to make the most out of your ride. Get cycle computer data and mapping detail, all from one compact, easy-to-use device. You can even store, analyze and share your stats for the world to see with Garmin's online training community. With a color display and ultra-cool training features, Edge 605 has it all. Lose yourself in the ride without losing your way. Edge 605 comes with a...

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alaTest has collected and analysed 131 reviews from magazines and websites. People really like the usability and value for money.

We analysed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other GPS the Garmin Edge 605 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 62/100 = Good quality.

May, 2012 2012-05-19 alaScore 62 3.1

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Garmin Edge 605/705 Full Review

By Scott Martin (gpslodge.com)

The Garmin Edge 705 is a great little Bike computer/GPS unit that brings data capture to a new level. With the ability to capture not only bike computer information, but to combine it with location specifics, wrapping in the wireless data capture of a...

By GPS standards, the unit is small, maybe not small in the bike computer world, but unless you are climbing the Alp d'Huez during July, you won't notice the added weight. The Garmin Cycling Team must think they are great - the Tour de France starts...

Jul, 2008 2008-07-02 No rating -0.1

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By Rich Owings (gpstracklog.com)

The Garmin Edge 605 is one of the new mapping models in Garmin’s bike-centric Edge lineup.This is the first Edge unit I’ve had for a hands-on review; I've been testing it on my mountain bike for a few weeks now.

Apr, 2008 2008-04-14 No rating -0.1

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Edge 605

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Although there are other Garmin GPS units that we recommend more highly than the Garmin Edge 605, it is still an excellent product for some cyclists. If this bike GPS unit offered navigational features along with a heart rate monitor, cadence/speed...

The color interface gives you more detail in your map display and offers turn-by-turn navigation

A heart rate monitor and cadence/speed sensor cannot be used with this Garmin Edge

Although this bike GPS lacks many of the features you can find in higher-ranked products, it still provides more than most found on the market today.

Without these key features many cyclists will be required to purchase not only this bicycle GPS but a cycle computer as well. If you already have a cycle computer and are in the market for a bike GPS to accompany it, then this is a great product that...

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alaTest has collected and analysed 15 user reviews of the Garmin Edge 605 from amazon.co.uk. The user reviews were collected from Oct, 2004 to Jul, 2008. The average user rating from amazon.co.uk is 59 out of 100.

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 1 user review of the Garmin Edge 605 from cnet.com. This user review was collected in 2011-02-14, with a rating of 100 out of 100.

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The Garmin Edge 605 does everything I want

At RideWithGPS.com , cyclingnewengland.blogspot.com or mapmyride.com . I download GPX files for cycling routes in my area. Every weekend I take a new

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 1 user review of the Garmin Edge 605 from jr.com. This user review was collected in 2010-04-07, with a rating of 100 out of 100.

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Great for training

I mostly use the 605 for training. I find that it gives me lots of useful data. My training involves repeated 4 mile laps and 605 enables me to get de

  1 Users positive

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alaTest has collected and analysed 81 user reviews of the Garmin Edge 605 from amazon.com. The user reviews were collected from Apr, 2008 to Jan, 2012. The average user rating from amazon.com is 70 out of 100.

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Looks good, time will tell

The Garmin Edge 605 Bicycle GPS was given as a gift this past Christmas. As of now we have not used it, no biking in the snow. I'll be able to give th

Terrible, bug-ridden software destroys the user experience, loses data

From the first months I had my Garmin Edge 605 until now, almost three years later, it has repeatedly lost my valuable ride data. Sure, a lot of times

I love my Garmin Edge 605

Buy the Garmin Edge 605 if you don't need the cadence and heart rate sensors added to the 705 model. They are otherwise identical. Once I turned off t

Out of Date Technology

As you can probably tell from my title, I'm a bit dissapointed with the Garmin Edge 605. First I realized that NO maps come with the edge. You must bu

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Garmin Edge 605

Garmin Edge 605: product specifications

Brand

Garmin (See all Garmin GPS)

Battery
Run Time (Up To)
15hour(s)
Built-in Display
Diagonal Size
2.2"
Diagonal Size (metric)
5.6 cm
Resolution
176 x 220
Dimensions & Weight
Depth
2.5cm
Height
10.9cm
Weight
105g
Width
5.1cm
GPS System
Connectivity
USB
GPS Functions / Services
Altimeter / Distance / Elevation / Speed / Time/date
Recommended Use
Cycle
Type
GPS receiver
Header
Country Kits
Europe
Manufacturer
Garmin
Model
605
Packaged Quantity
1
Product Line
Garmin Edge
Miscellaneous
Waterproof
Built-in / Yes
Navigation
Routes
50
Waypoints
100

Manufacturer's Description


Add maps and find motivation with Edge 605. This GPS-enabled cycle computer comes loaded with everything you need to make the most out of your ride. Get cycle computer data and mapping detail, all from one compact, easy-to-use device. You can even store, analyze and share your stats for the world to see with Garmin's online training community. With a color display and ultra-cool training features, Edge 605 has it all. Lose yourself in the ride without losing your way. Edge 605 comes with a built-in basemap, plus it has a microSD card slot for adding map detail and storing workouts, courses and saved rides. Just plug in optional, detailed MapSource City Navigator street maps on a preloaded data card and get turn-by-turn directions on a sunlight-readable, color display as you pedal. Add optional topo mapping for your off-road adventures. Edge snaps easily into the included bike mount to guide you to your destination.

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