Originally Posted by
mcjimbosandwich
let's do a little comparison here
monthly data plan: $80
battery life: probably really low
cycling related functions (ANT+, HR, cadence, etc): none
Garmin 705, the baddest and most expensive of the garmin lineup: $330
US street maps: $70
ANT+ compatible, HR, Cadence included...
Alternatively, if you could care less about powermeter compatibility
Cycling computer: $20
GPS, plus bike mount: $125
HRM: $60
Geez people...are we really that infantile.
Monthly data plan for a phone you already have: $0
Battery life: I'll make something up cause I don't have a phone and have never used the program.
cycling related functions: none (correct here)
Garmin 705: $330
US Street Maps: $70
cycling functions: included
You are indeed saving money. I know quite a few people that own bikes but don't have the money for a $400 bike accessory; if you can get a free program with your existing phone, it is a savings. What, you have stock in Garmin or something?
So, My Tracks and CardioTrainer could actually be a nice accessory for those people.