Bike computer w/ GPS?

I just got the Edge 305 and am using it with a Mac. You have to go to Garmin to download different software to upload it to your computer. You also have to use Safari only to use the motionbased.com website to upload your info.

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Originally Posted by SadieKate

SouthernBelle. Garmin is a brand. To which Garmin are you referring? The Garmin Veronica has is a mapping GPS. It will tell you where you are and how to get back to your starting point. An Edge will not. It will record the route you are on and, I think, allow to upload routes previously ridden routes or routes mapped elsewhere. It will not tell you how to get unlost.

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That's what I wondered. I got really, seriously lost.

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Originally Posted by SadieKate

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How does a business get added? What is the source for the data?

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Navteq produces the maps. You can add in any places not there as well.

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Garmin 60. Do these things work only on certain roads? I've gotten lost on gravel roads around here, but they are barely on a map. Will the GPS still tell me where I am? I don't know too much about these, but they sound really interesting. I'll have to do a bit of research. Something about these forums...they make everything sound so appealing and I start thinking I can't bike without them...Brooks Saddle...Carradice Bag...Gorestopper Jacket :eek:

The 60 knows where you are even if you're not on a road. It shows a track of where you have been so you can backtrack. Garmin has on line access to their maps so you can see what roads are included before you buy the map set.

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Originally Posted by Veronica

The 60 knows where you are even if you're not on a road. It shows a track of where you have been so you can backtrack. Garmin has on line access to their maps so you can see what roads are included before you buy the map set.

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I've been to the Garmin website. There seems to be many versions of the "60". GPS 60, GPSMAP 60, GPSMAPbunch of letters here... anyway, which one do you have? Is it the basic 60, because everything you have said so far indicates that it may be what I "need". :rolleyes: I just want to get unlost, map a route in advance and find a store or "starbucks" if I need to. I also like that some find lakes, parks, etc. I think I'll also see what kinds of maps I can download. Thanks!

Veronica, never mind, I reread the thread and saw it was the 60CSX. Thanks for all of the info.

The 60CSX which I have borrowed was already set up ready to go, BUT I didn't have any manuals when it was handed to me. I futzed with it a bit and was able to figure out how to "find" the local brewery and get directions from my current location. I like intuitively easy equipment.

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Originally Posted by SadieKate

I futzed with it a bit and was able to figure out how to "find" the local brewery and get directions from my current location.

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Oooooh I need me one of those! Does it find bakeries and ice cream shops as well? :D

Sorry, couldn't resist. Plus I'm sure SK was expecting to hear from me, dangling the carrot & all. Can't disappoint her.

I just checked. It found the Konditorei, our local fabulous and sinful Austrian bakery. I know. I've been keeping this a secret. We'll have to plan a trip. It's just too dangerous there.

http://www.konditoreidavis.com/

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Originally Posted by Veronica

Navteq produces the maps. You can add in any places not there as well.

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What I really wanted to know was how to make sure a point of interest was relayed to the world. For instance, Steady Eddy's in Winters is really welcoming to cyclists. They have cables on the front railing and will loan a lock. They could be added via the website so that others can see the info, not just me.

http://mapreporter.navteq.com/dur-we...ER&language=en

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Originally Posted by SadieKate

I just checked. It found the Konditorei, our local fabulous and sinful Austrian bakery. I know. I've been keeping this a secret. We'll have to plan a trip. It's just too dangerous there.

http://www.konditoreidavis.com/

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Oooh.. cool they're still there. Haven't been there in ages... I still miss Colleen's creamery :( Love my Kahula ice cream w/ strawberries and chocolate chips. Yup, this was pre-Cold Stone.