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Garmin has introduced a new best bike computer whose runtime can be significantly extended using solar energy. Garmin Edge 1040 Solar uses a 3.5-inch touchscreen, a GPS module, and some sensors to implement a variety of practical features.
Garmin introduced a brand new Garmin bike computer that offers a 3.5-inch color display with 470 x 288 pixels resolution. The Garmin 1040 Edge solar bike computers achieve a battery life of 45 hours when used intensively, and the battery life increases to 100 hours in energy-saving mode. A cheaper model without solar cells lasts for 35 or 70 hours.
The Garmin bike computer-primarily fulfills two functions: navigation and fitness tracking. Thanks to multi-frequency GPS and detailed map data, users can view the most important details about the route before they set off on a bike tour, and the Garmin bike computer indicates in good time when users need to turn it off. Navigation can be paused or recalculated at any time if drivers want to deviate from the path. With compatible e-bikes, the display can show data such as the current speed or the charge level.
The second important functional area of the Garmin 1040 Solar is fitness tracking. In addition, the heart rate can be determined with an optional sensor to calculate how the driver’s endurance is developing. In this way, it is possible to indicate whether your physical condition is sufficient for the planned tour even before the start of a tour. With the Power Guide, cyclists can see how to allocate their strength for a route, taking into account the elevation profile.
Garmin Edge 1040 Solar price and availability
The Garmin Edge 1040 solar bike computer can now be pre-ordered on the Adorama.com website for $749.99, with delivery starting in three to five weeks. The model without solar cells costs $599.99, and the Bundle with Speed/Cadence Sensor and HRM-Dual costs $699.99.
Last month, Garmin introduced the Varia RCT715 radar system is not only a GPS radar detector with an integrated rear light but also comes with a dashcam, and it costs $400.
