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11-29-09 | 09:06 PM

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socalrider

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Originally Posted by njkayaker

This is likely incorrect. The Dakota 20 is $350. The Edge 705 (which does do the HR/Cadence/Speed stuff using ANT+) is $500.

This feature is available for the Dakota 20, the Oregon 400 series and 550 series.. I think the size of the oregon is why many people did not use it for cycling, but this new model is a little more compact in size, similar to the etrex hcx series in size but more useable screen size.. The screen is being touted in reviews as working better in direct sunlight versus the oregon series..I have seen a couple of reviews on MTB sites praising the new Dakota model..

You are right, why pay 500.00 for a 705 when you can get the dakota for less, even if you factor in buying optional maps, it is still less in price..

Dakota screen size: 1.43"W x 2.15"H
Edge 705 Screen Size: 1.37" x 1.71"
Oregon Series gps: 1.53"W x 2.55"H

Last edited by socalrider; 11-29-09 at 09:11 PM.

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