Garmin to launch Edge Touring GPS computer

Garmin are launching a new GPS bike computer in the shape of the Edge Touring. It looks like it shares the shell of the new Edge 810.

Interestingly, we’ve had no communication from Garmin about this new model, which is very strange. Usually, we know about their launches well in advance. This time, we just happened to spot the new computer on Wiggle before the weekend, then it disappeared, and now it’s back again. Curiouser and curiouser!

So, all we know about the Garmin Edge Touring is what’s on the Wiggle site. It’s so short that we might as well give it to you in full, so here you go…

That's yer lot. There’s no mention there of the features you get with the Edge 810 if you connect it to your smartphone via Bluetooth, such as live ride tracking. There’s no mention of the real-time weather information that you can get with the 810 either, which is a shame – that could be really valuable while touring.

We’d also be interested in knowing about the runtime too. Garmin claim up to 17hrs with the 810 (although it’s considerably less with the Bluetooth functions enabled).

The chance to get three suggested round-trip options for any given ride distance sounds like an interesting feature, and one that features on Mio computers. The points of interest for cyclists could be good too, although we've yet to see it in action so we'll reserve judgement on that.

There’s no price given and no details on availability yet – although the fact that it’s listed on Wiggle suggests the release is imminent. Of course, we’ve contacted Garmin asking for more info. As soon as we get any, we’ll update you.