Garmin has announced the launch of its highly anticipated Edge 540 and Edge 840 Series GPS cycling computers.
“We are thrilled to introduce the new Edge 540 and Edge 840 Series to the Philippine cycling community. With groundbreaking performance tracking metrics, enhanced mapping capabilities, and the option for solar charging, these revolutionary Edge cycling computers are poised to redefine the training experience for our valued customers. They serve as the ultimate tool to propel every cyclist’s training to unprecedented heights.”
Mico Ong, Garmin Philippines Product Specialist
Edge 540 and 840 Details
These state-of-the-art devices offer cyclists an extensive range of performance-based training metrics, personalized coaching tailored to individual goals, advanced navigational support, and more, all packed into a lightweight and sleek design.
Designed for cyclists, by cyclists, Edge 540 and 840 Series are loaded with innovative features, including:
- Cycling ability and course demands: Identify strengths and weaknesses as a cyclist and prepare for the demands of a specific course by focusing training in the right areas.
- Targeted adaptive coaching: Whether cycling indoors or outdoors, riders can view daily suggested workouts and training prompts, plus receive personalized coaching that adapts based on training load, recovery, and the demands of upcoming events.
- Real-time stamina: Monitor and track exertion levels in real-time during a ride to help influence training efforts or see how much further the current pace can be maintained.
- Power guide: Manage efforts with power targets throughout a course.
- ClimbPro ascent planner: View the remaining ascent and grade for each climb while riding freely without course navigation or search for climbs directly on the Edge and in the Garmin Connect smartphone app before heading out.
- Multi-band GNSS: Cyclists can easily find their way with enhanced positioning accuracy via multi-band GNSS technology. Plus, Edge 540/840 operates well in challenging environments, such as dense tree cover or downtown urban environments.
- Solar charging: Power Glass solar charging lens on solar models extends battery life to up to 60 hours in battery-saver mode, giving cyclists up to an extra 25 minutes per hour during daytime riding.
Rugged Design
All Edge 540 and 840 Series models boast a 2.6-inch color display and feature button controls that work in any riding environment, while Edge 840 Series computers also include a responsive touchscreen.
No matter where the next ride leads, Edge 540 and 840 Series offer an impressive battery life; non-solar models feature up to 26 hours of battery life in demanding use and up to 42 hours in battery saver mode, while solar models can provide even more ride time.
Crush Every Ride
The Edge 540 and 840 Series are equipped with advanced training metrics and navigational tools to help cyclists perform at their best. With insights from Firstbeat Analytics and Garmin smartwatches, cyclists can receive a holistic view of their overall health and wellness.
During a ride, the Edge 540 and 840 Series let riders see how their body holds up in different environments and set up in-ride notifications when it’s time to refuel or rehydrate. Mountain bike metrics, such as jump count, jump distance, grit, and flow, help track the epic details of every ride.
Stay Connected
Cyclists can ride with peace of mind thanks to built-in safety and tracking features like LiveTrack, group messaging, and incident detection. Edge 540 and 840 Series are compatible with Varia and inReach devices, as well as Tacx indoor smart trainers.
Riders can use the Garmin Connect app to create and send courses, view technical details, log personal achievements, gauge how training is trending, and more. The Connect IQTM Store smartphone app offers custom data fields, apps, and widgets that can be downloaded to the Edge device. Device setup is simple and easy, and users can adjust data fields directly from the Edge device or from a paired compatible smartphone.
Pricing and Availability
The Edge 540 Solar and Edge 840 Solar are priced at PHP 27,990 and PHP 34,490, respectively. Those looking for non-solar versions can opt for the Edge 540 priced at PHP 21,970 and the Edge 840 at PHP 27,990. Sensor bundles for each device are also available.
Visit the Garmin Philippines’ website or Facebook page for more information
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