Originally Posted by
gps_dr
You all realize that Garmin is not the only source of handlebar mounts?
Ram Mounts are very secure and not that expensive.
So that is not an excuse for getting the Edge.
Until the Edge series allows the display of multiple tracks, the 60CSX or 76CSX are
better navigational units and use ubiquitous, cheap AA power. If you want a fitness device,
the Edge is better at heart/cadence stats and lets you know if you are ahead or behind prior rides or a set pace. (I had the choice of an Edge 705 w/heart rate monitor a Colorado 400t with same. I chose the Colorado and have been disappointed with the lack of multiple track display and screen brightness.
+1
Fitness, go with 605/705/Colorado
For long distance riding and brevets, go with 60CSX/76CSX.
I had thought about the 605/705 for brevet riding, but battery life killed the deal for those two. I did a 200K today, and with the 76CSX running for 11 1/2 hours, the battery meter still showed 3 out of 4 bars, using high drain AA batteries.