computer / HR monitor

[7rider]

The Garmin 305 doesn't map for you does it?

I use a separate GPS unit for my long rides and touring.

V.

You can upload a route into it (haven't tried it yet), but it doesn't provide "turn-by-turn" directions. It does map out your route to the desktop, although the included software is somewhat limited. There are other options online, such as www.motionbased.com that allow for more detailed mapping.

I'll try to upload a screenshot for you to see how it displays routes.

[Veronica]

That's why I like having a separate unit. It does give me turn by turn directions and beeps about a minute before the turn and right at the turn. It's the only way I made it back to the start/finish on the Davis double.

It's also handy for finding restaurants and stores when you're traveling. We've gotten in the habit of just bringing it along in the car with us.

V.

[aicabsolut]

Detailed directions and beeping would be nice.

I think some of the stuff would really be useful in the long run. I could handle a lot of information on indoor rides right now, so I bet as I improve on the road, some of that would be useful, especially with PC uplinks. I like to keep journals of my training.

A custom product would be nice .

I wouldn't mind paying the money for the higher end all in one wrist units, except I like the idea of a larger display monitor out on the road.. the watch could keep track of HR and calories or whatnot for me to look at afterwards. So all in one computer or computer with speed/cadence plus separate HR monitor?

Thanks for the links!! I'll check them out.

[7rider]

Yeah. Turn by turn directions would be great.

Veronica, What unit do you have and how do you mount it to a bike? (I've been pondering one for the car myself.)

Just another point on the 305 aicabsolut, I recently had to DEcrease the amount of information my 305 displayed. It was way too much information. I could spend more time looking at the display that at the road (Ooo, look, that hill is 8%!)! Definitely a hazard. Better to have minimal stuff displayed and check it out later in the comfort and safety of your home.

Also, have you checked out:
http://www.nashbar.com/profile.cfm?c...All%20Products
?

[Veronica]

Ignore how unhappy I look, and look at my handlebars.

I think this is the best picture I have of the GPS on my bike. It's to my left. The mount we have for it rotates, so it could be lower or higher. Next to it is my HRM, sitting between my bag straps and to the right of that is the mount for light.

The GPS isn't cheap. When Thom first got it, I looked at as a toy for him. Now I use it a more than he does!

V.

PS We have the Garmin 60CSx and use a Ram mount. Just got a locking mount for it, so I don't need to be so paranoid when I'm out riding solo and need to use a restroom or go into a store.

[7rider]

You don't look unhappy. You look intense!
Thanks for that!

[Veronica]

You don't look unhappy. You look intense!
Thanks for that!

Thanks, but no, I was totally miserable. That was right before I DNFed. Thom took the pic so I'd remember how awful I felt.

Next year... I hope to crush that ride! Seriously I'd be happy just to finish. That's my nemesis.

V.