Why We Like The Garmin Edge Explore 2 GPS
For road cyclists who want reliable navigation but can do without advanced training and recovery metrics, Garmin’s Edge Explore 2 GPS bike computer delivers a bang for our buck with its ample display size and slate of basic day-to-day features. The Explore 2 shines with navigation, letting us create and upload routes from Strava, Komoot, and others or follow existing routes stores in the Edge’s Course Creator. Bike-specific maps highlight popular roads, high-traffic areas, and points of interest, while off-course recalculation helps us quickly re-route if needed. The Edge Explore 2 features up to a 16-hour battery life in demanding use, keeping us covered for longer rides and helping preserve our phone battery.
Details
- Bike computer with solid navigation and a big display
- Easy setup to populate and manage custom profiles from smartphone
- Features road, off-road, indoor, and eBike activity profiles
- ClimbPro feature provides elevation data to pace yourself on ascents
- IPX7 construction is fully waterproof to withstand heavy rain
- Group tracking and group messaging features to stay connected
- Incident detection automatically alerts emergency contacts
- PIN-protected bike alarm notifies you on smartphone if your bike is tampered with
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- Clock
- yes
- Odometer
- yes
- Altimeter
- yes, ClimbPro
- Heart Rate Monitor
- yes
- Technical Features
- Please see size chart for complete list of technical features
- Wireless
- yes
- Water-Resistant
- rated IPX7 (withstands water exposure up to 1 meter deep for 30min)
- Battery Type
- rechargeable lithium-ion
- Battery Life
- up to 16h
- Mount Type
- standard
- Includes
- Edge Explore 2, standard mount, USB cable, documentation
- Dimensions
- 4.2 x 2.2 x 0.8in
- Face Size
- 3in
- Claimed Weight
- 3.7oz
- Activity
- road cycling, training
- Manufacturer Warranty
- limited 1 year
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Overall Rating
2 based on 1 ratings
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageMay 31, 2024
Great GPS for the price, but fragile
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
I had very few problems with the GPS unit. I enjoyed the simple design and ability to pick up a signal in rural places. Loves the warnings and climbing features, and how it integrates into your phone and other Garmin devices. I have some general problems with Garmin, such as connection issues between the app and this device. I had more issues connecting to this GPS than my watch that I have had for many years. Unfortunately, I inadvertently volunteered to strength test this Garmin and dropped it onto a hard surface. The device still works but the screen is completely broken, leaving no visible features to interact with. No warranty for this type of damage, despite it being relatively new, is frustrating to say the least, and something I try to avoid when purchasing outdoor equipment. Won't be buying another one.
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