I broke down and got a new GPS unit for the bike. After making do with my aged Garmin ForeRunner 305, carrying my phone so I could use Keep, GPS essentials, and whatever else it took to try and manage files, I bought a Garmin Edge Touring Plus. Why the Touring Plus instead of the 810? Easy - maps, routes, courses, and time/distance info but I don't really care about having a power meter, Cadence, bluetooth pairing, or the other really cool advanced features of the 810 series. I just want to know how fast I'm going, how far I've gone, and how to get there.
Plus from a blog standpoint, DCRainmaker does a great job of comparing features, facts and capabilities of these things. I used their site to help make the decision to buy the Touring Plus.
Right off the bat, some likes - it's small, it's light, it's bright, and it comes with a base map already loaded.
The mounting system seems a little cheezy, but it'll work fine until I get a KCNC or similar.
After enduring the lack of graphics, ppoor routing ability and pretty lousy mounting system for the 305, I'm anxious to start riding with the ET+ to see how it works.
Routes and maps to come. I promised those earlier in the year, and haven't forgotten about it. Much more work to be done in that area.
Coach
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Friday, May 9, 2014
Wednesday, March 26, 2014
Miesville Grinder Update #2
Maps, gps files and a raw, unformatted turn list are up on the Miesville Grinder page
If someone has the time or motivation to beautify the turn list, I'll buy them a beverage after the ride!
Reports are coming in that most of the course is in really good shape (to wit - still frozen), but it'll probably soften up a bit over the next 2 weeks. In fact, I'd count on it.
Recommended minimum tire width - 28 for some, 35 for many.
There are reports of a large dog that chases bikes at one point of the course. I've never encountered the beast, but be forewarned.
One thing to note when you look at the map -- at no point does the course actually cross itself, but we do return to the same intersection(s) at times. It's possible you might find yourself looking at another rider approaching a corner from the opposite direction. Just sayin - it's OK. Make sure where *you* are!
Please let me know if you have any issues, problems or concerns about the course. This is an enjoyable loop, and we should have a fun day!
~marsh
If someone has the time or motivation to beautify the turn list, I'll buy them a beverage after the ride!
Reports are coming in that most of the course is in really good shape (to wit - still frozen), but it'll probably soften up a bit over the next 2 weeks. In fact, I'd count on it.
Recommended minimum tire width - 28 for some, 35 for many.
There are reports of a large dog that chases bikes at one point of the course. I've never encountered the beast, but be forewarned.
One thing to note when you look at the map -- at no point does the course actually cross itself, but we do return to the same intersection(s) at times. It's possible you might find yourself looking at another rider approaching a corner from the opposite direction. Just sayin - it's OK. Make sure where *you* are!
Please let me know if you have any issues, problems or concerns about the course. This is an enjoyable loop, and we should have a fun day!
~marsh
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