Garmin Edge 1040 GPS Bike Computer
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About Garmin Edge 1040 GPS Bike Computer
Overall Feedback:
75% positive
65% praised for its pinpoint accuracy, but 35% experienced occasional errors
For the past year, I have been unable to fix the constant disconnects of Ant+ sensors (power meters, speed sensor, Di2 controls etc).
Garmin is not addressing the issue.
The navigation is difficult to use as it misses turn queues and is not close to pre-populated routes, making it necessary to stare at the map or risk missing turns.
80% appreciated its long-lasting battery, but 20% found it drained quickly
I have found that the battery life of this device is excellent, with most rides only draining the battery by 5-10%.
The battery life of the Garmin 1000 is not good enough for me to do a century ride. I don't like that about the 1000.
89% liked the clear display, but 11% found it hard to read in bright light
The touch screen works even in the rain and is much improved.
The screen quality of my handheld GPS unit is not up to the mark and could have been better.
89% appreciated the ample storage capacity, but 11% found it limited
When I enabled the saving mode, I got 28 hours of battery life but lost the map and other things.
70% found the interface intuitive and easy to use, but 30% found it confusing
I have complained that the map visuals are not fine enough for route planning and finding points of interest while taking a break. I think Garmin designed the map visuals with the idea that they couldn't be too fine because the map would be used on a moving, vibrating bike. But I want to use the map for route planning and finding points of interest while taking a break and the map just seems too crude.
85% praised for its rugged water resistance
The touch screen works even in the rain, indicating that the product is water-resistant.
