Originally Posted by
donheff
I have the Garmin 500. I like the functions but hate the recharging. I frequently leave it turned on on the bike and then don't have a computer on my next ride. Taking it off the bike after each ride is a PITA. I am tempted to get a regular computer for tracking speed and distance and only attach the Garmin if I want to log the details of a new ride.
Use a smart phone with a tracking app. Turn it on, put it in your pocket, and go ride. The battery will last a long time, and rechardge as usual. Everything is downloadable as desired, same as a Garmin.