While Wahoo claims its Elemnt Bolt GPS computer and sculpted mount are aerodynamically superior to the comparably sized Garmin Edge 520 and 820 with their respective mounts, the real selling points are the Bolt’s easy-but-robust functionality, compact size, killer battery life (triple some Edge computers when using navigation) and decent price. Stay tuned for a full review of the new computer. The review below relates to the previous-generation model. Note: The Elemnt Bolt was updated in 2021 and, among other upgrades, now features a colour screen and smart navigation. Read our full Garmin Edge 520 Plus review.While the 520 Plus has great navigation and colour maps, its real strength is as a full-feature training tool in a compact size. The 520 Plus also got a major boost in battery life, in our experience lasting about twice as long as the standard 520 when using navigation. This means you get turn-by-turn directions, off-course calculations and back-to-start routing. The 520 Plus has seven buttons, not a touchscreen like the Edge 510 or the Edge 820.Ī Bluetooth connection to your smartphone can provide automatic wireless uploads to Garmin Connect, Strava, TrainingPeaks and more, plus on-screen notifications of incoming texts and calls.įor the 520 Plus, Garmin improved the navigation by using the Garmin Cycle Map instead of the ‘basemaps’ loaded onto the standard 520. The compact unit covers all the standard variations of metrics including distance, speed, elevation and – with the use of a heart-rate strap and a power meter – heart rate and power. It’s now been superseded by the slicker Edge 530 but remains in this list because it’s still widely available. The Garmin Edge 520 Plus targets competitive riders with features such as Strava Live Segments, FTP testing and tracking, Di2 integration, a VO2 max calculation and recommended recovery time. Compatibility: ANT+, Shimano Di2, SRAM eTap.Training data: Speed, altitude, power, heart rate, cadence, calories, gears (for electronic drivetrains), distance, time, temperature, sunset time, workout counters and more.
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