Cycle computer

How to plan and follow the perfect cycle route on your bike computer

It’s easier than ever to plot a cycling route with many navigation apps and GPS computers available. Here’s how to get started...

Wed, Apr 15, 2026 10:55
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Garmin claims new Edge 1050 is “brightest, smartest and most connected cycling computer ever”… but there’s less battery life and no solar option

The Edge 1050 is priced at £649.99, with new features including a built-in speaker that can act as a bike bell, the ability to receive road hazard alerts and the use of Garmin Pay, though it comes with a shorter battery life than the outgoing Edge 1040

Tue, Jun 25, 2024 11:00
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Wahoo introduces Summit Freeride routeless climb detection feature to Elemnt GPS bike computers – so no more nasty surprises

You can now have climb-specific information displayed automatically on your screen whether or not you’re following a planned route, as Garmin does with its ClimbPro ascent planner

Thu, Apr 20, 2023 12:00
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Garmin offers more solar charging with new Edge 540 and Edge 840 Series GPS cycling computers

Updated coaching and navigational features trickle down from the Edge 1040 to four mid-range models

Tue, Apr 11, 2023 10:59
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10 features that would improve next-generation GPS bike computers

With Garmin set to introduce new solar-charging models very soon, what other features would we like to see?

Thu, Mar 30, 2023 16:10
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Secret new tech! Garmin set to release solar-powered Edge 540 and 840 bike computers

Has online retailer accidentally revealed next-generation Garmin Edge computers featuring trickledown tech for improved battery life?

Mon, Mar 27, 2023 12:50
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Garmin releases Edge Explore 2 GPS with battery life up to 24 hours

Device is designed to be easy to use and includes new e-bike features

Wed, Jul 13, 2022 14:11
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Bryton’s new flagship Rider S800 cycle computer has 36 hours of battery life

New device with 3.4” touchscreen supports advanced training metrics including cycling dynamics, alongside navigational features

Thu, May 05, 2022 08:00
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Which GPS cycle computer is best for climbing? Garmin v Hammerhead v Bryton

All of these cycling computers have a climbing-specific screen or overlay that aims to help you tackle climbs. We explore what’s offered and how they compare

Thu, Mar 24, 2022 13:00
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Cycle computers — everything you need to know

Speed, distance, time and more — all the numbers you could wish for

Sat, Apr 17, 2021 18:45
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