Bike Forums - View Single Post - which garmin? 705, 500, 305?

10-01-10 | 10:03 AM

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merlinextraligh

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Bikes: Willier Zero 7; Merlin Extralight; Calfee Dragonfly tandem, Calfee Adventure tandem; Cervelo P2; Motebecane Ti Fly 29er; Motebecanne Phantom Cross; Schwinn Paramount Track bike

Depends on what you want to do with it.

Basic cycle computer functions, plus GPS, but hardly any mapping, a refurbished 305 for $135 on ebay is nice.

If you want to use it for navigation, you really want the 705 (or the new 800 with Touch screen)

If you want to train with power, you need the 500, 705, or 800.

So: 305 equal basic

500 power (i.e compatible with an ANT+ power meter), but limited navigation

705, power, and navigation

800, power, navigation, ad touch screen.

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