Recommend me a GPS computer…

Hey,

I’ve been looking at treating myself to a GPS computer, I’ve been using my phone for the last year or so and was fairly happy with that until Strava broke their auto-pause function recently. The main issue I have with using the phone is that I basically have to stop and fish it out of my pockets if I get lost or want to know how late I’m going to be getting home (one has to weigh the grief I will get versus the extra mileage).

I’ve been looking at the Garmin Edge 1000 (performance bundle) versus the Mio 505 (HRM + cadence bundle). If I’m going to treat myself, I may as well get access to data I didn’t have previously (HRM and cadence specifically).

Both units got pretty good reviews and should cover the basics of what I’d like it for without too much drama. From hunting around the internet/forums; I see a lot of people moaning about the Edge 1000 and various glitches/bugs – most of it’s 6+ months old though.

So, for someone who wants the following features:

– Ability to see where I am (map)
– Cadence/Speed/HR display + recording for Strava giggles
– Waterproof
– Integration with Strava
– The ability to be used on two bikes without too much hassle (I have a N+1 itch which I’m planning on fulfilling soon), I don’t mind buying two sets of sensors as required as long as they aren’t extortionate.
– Reliable (half the reason I’m doing this is that the Strava app has gone downhill a bit)

Is there anything to really point me in one direction or the other? The Mio is slightly cheaper, the Garmin seems to have better sensors and more aftermarket parts available (i.e. a second mount for example).

Personal experiences welcome/appreciated.

Thanks,