Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN),
today announced the Edge 820 and Edge Explore 820, lightweight and
compact GPS cycling computers with comprehensive ride data,
bike-specific navigation and the new GroupTrack1 feature. Riders
can easily stay connected with family and friends, both in and out
of the peloton, with the Edge 820 and Edge Explore 820’s numerous
connected features including GroupTrack, which allows cyclists to
easily keep tabs of everyone in their group should they get
separated. To help create a safer riding environment, both devices
are compatible with the Varia™ cycling awareness line and include
built-in incident detection2. They also feature built-in Garmin
Cycle Map with points of interest, bike-friendly trails and more in
a compact design optimized for riding in any conditions. For
cyclists seeking additional in-depth data the Edge 820 offers
advanced performance monitoring including VO2 max3, recovery
advisor, FTP and watts/kg tracking, performance condition, Strava
Live Segments and advanced cycling dynamics4.
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“We are excited to share the newest additions to our extensive
cycling line-up with our announcement of the innovative Edge 820
and Edge Explore 820,” said Dan Bartel, Garmin vice president of
worldwide sales. “Whether riders are chasing performance and racing
goals or out for adventure and touring, the Edge 820 and Edge
Explore 820 offer a full suite of features to help track data that
is important to them.”
With the Edge 820 and Edge Explore 820 riders can easily keep in
touch with others in their pack. GroupTrack offers enhanced
situational awareness by allowing cyclists to ride at their own
pace while seeing where fellow riders are, so if one person falls
out of sight, they don’t fall off the device’s map. Additional
mapping features include preloaded Garmin Cycle Map for
bike-specific turn-by-turn navigation, round-trip Course Creator
and on-device course planning. Built-in GPS, GLONASS and altimeter
provide accurate ride data so cyclists can know how far, fast and
high they have ridden.
Pair the Edge 820 and Edge Explore 820 with the full-suite of
Varia™ cycling awareness products including the Varia rearview
radar, Varia Vision™ and Varia smart bike lights to help create a
safer riding environment. Additionally, the devices’ integrated
accelerometer for incident detection automatically sends a rider’s
location message to emergency contacts if assistance is needed. The
devices are also compatible with ANT+® sensors, including speed,
cadence and heart rate.
The Edge 820 and Edge Explore 820 are ideal for riding no matter
the weather conditions. Both devices feature a 2.3-inch
high-resolution, capacitive touch display that is quick and
responsive – even when wet or used with gloves – and the Edge 820’s
ambient light sensor automatically adjusts the screen’s brightness
so it’s easy to read at a glance even in direct sunlight.
The Edge 820 is compatible with ANT+ power meters, including
Vector™, the unique pedal-based power meter from Garmin that
measures total power, left/right balance and cadence, and
integrates with ANT+ electronic shifting systems and ANT+ bike
trainers. Users can record advanced cycling dynamics to analyze
their form, including where power is being applied on the pedal and
throughout the pedal stroke. The Edge 820 also provides a variety
of physiological data with the addition of a heart rate strap, so
riders can view their cycling-specific VO2 max along with a
recovery advisor, which analyzes their data and tells them how long
they should wait before attempting another hard ride. Additional
performance data includes FTP and watts/kg tracking, and in-ride
challenges through Strava Live Segments.
Connect IQ™ compatible, users can customize the Edge 820 and
Edge Explore 820 by downloading free data fields. Users can also
stay connected while out on a ride via incoming smart
notifications, including incoming call and text alerts from a
compatible smartphone5. Additional connected features include live
tracking, social media sharing and automatic uploads to Garmin
Connect Mobile, a free online fitness community that provides
easy-to-understand charts, graphs and maps to let users view their
activities, track progress and more.
The Edge 820 and Edge Explore 820 feature up to 15 hours of
battery life. The new Battery Save mode will extend battery life up
to 50 percent by enabling the rider to wake the display only when
it is needed while still tracking the details of a ride.
The Edge 820 is available for a suggested retail price of
$399.99, or $499.99 bundled with a speed sensor, cadence sensor and
a premium heart rate monitor. The Edge Explore 820 is available for
a suggested retail price of $349.99.
The ever-expanding Garmin fitness segment develops technologies
to enhance and promote healthy and active lifestyles. Whether users
are runners, cyclists, swimmers, multi-sport athletes, or simply
looking to stay active throughout the day, there is a product that
can help them reach their health and fitness goals.
For decades, Garmin has pioneered new GPS navigation and
wireless devices and applications that are designed for people who
live an active lifestyle. Garmin serves five primary business
units, including automotive, aviation, fitness, marine, and outdoor
recreation. For more information, visit Garmin's virtual pressroom
at garmin.com/newsroom, contact the Media Relations department at
913-397-8200, or follow us at facebook.com/garmin,
twitter.com/garmin, or youtube.com/garmin.
1 When paired with a compatible smartphone. GroupTrack can track
up to 50 riders and allows tracking for up to a 10 mile radius.
2 Incident detection intended for road cycling use.
3 When used with power and heart rate.
4 When used with Vector™ power meter.
5 See Garmin.com/ble for more information
About Garmin
Garmin International Inc. is a subsidiary of Garmin Ltd.
(Nasdaq: GRMN). Garmin Ltd. is incorporated in Switzerland, and its
principal subsidiaries are located in the United States, Taiwan and
the United Kingdom. Garmin, Edge and ANT+ are registered
trademarks. Varia, Vector, Connect IQ and Garmin Connect are
trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries.
All other brands, product names, company names, trademarks and
service marks are the properties of their respective owners. All
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Notice on Forward-Looking Statements:
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Garmin Ltd. and its business. Such statements are based on
management’s current expectations. The forward-looking events and
circumstances discussed in this release may not occur and actual
results could differ materially as a result of known and unknown
risk factors and uncertainties affecting Garmin, including, but not
limited to, the risk factors listed in the Annual Report on Form
10-K for the year ended December 26, 2015, filed by Garmin with the
Securities and Exchange Commission (Commission file number
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forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information,
future events, or otherwise.
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