Garmin Edge 520 Bike Computer
Overview
The Garmin Edge 520 Bike is one of the greatest and latest cycling computer offered by Garmin. It comes loaded with great features for racing enthusiasts and Strava addicts. It includes features such as Strava Live that gives you data on a real time basis.
Just like the previous model of the 510, the data can be uploaded through Garmin Connect Application. In terms of connectivity, the 520 uses Bluetooth 4.0 that allows you to text, emails updates and, receive calls that have been sent to your phone
Interface and Ease of Use
This cycling computer comes with a color screen that is sharp with amazing contrast. Unlike the 510 and 810, this gadget does not use a touch screen, but instead uses a series of
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The number of buttons has been increased from the ones found in the original 500.
Additionally, the lap and start buttons have been moved to the edge of the device for easier access during intervals. The up and down scroll keys and the power button have been placed on the left side while the right side contains the back and select keys for menu navigation.
Unlike the previous devices, the page alignment is vertical, which allows access to more pages and menu items when cycling. Although some people find more buttons confusing, this is contrary, when it comes to the Garmin Edge 520 Bike Computer. Fewer functions are assigned to each key, which means that menu navigation is easier. When it comes to menu navigation, Garmin has made the Edge 520 easier to use.
Strava Live segments
One of the biggest and most advanced new features in the Garmin Edge 520 Bike Computer is the inclusion of Strava Live Segments. Live segments allow you live performance monitoring on the road. Segment hunters out there will be delighted by this new development. You only have to upgrade to Strava premium, and re-establish connection between the Strava Platform and your Garmin
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Additionally, any segments updates will be sent directly to your device. This means that you will always be having accurate KOM times. The Garmin Edge 520 Bike Computer uses Bluetooth Smart for communicating with your smartphones. This allows you to get text and call alerts from your phone as long as you are in the Bluetooth range.
There is also Live Track that is enabled by the cell phone connectivity. With Live Track, anyone whom you have invited by email can view your position and progress on a map. This is a great feature for your loved ones to track your movements whenever you are out alone riding.
The Edge 520 has a long and adequate battery life. It can last up to 15 hours when you are out using GPS and 20 hours when you are not relying on GPS. Charging is done through the USB cable that comes with the device. It also remains one of the most versatile biking computers.
Conclusion
The Edge 520 is a top class GPS enabled cycling computer. It delivers a fresh design and a host of other amazing features. It uses advanced technology to give you a cutting edge performance monitoring. . If you are looking for one of the most advanced available training tools, with enhanced connectivity features, then this cycling computer is the one for
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