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Garmin Edge 520

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Today Garmin announced their latest bike computer, the Edge 520 – priced at $299USD.  This GPS-enabled unit instantly becomes the most advanced bike computer that Garmin has ever released, adding support for a flotilla of new features.  But fear not,Read more
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Pros

  • 520 is a great bike accessory
  • Backcountry & Competitive Cyclist offer free 2-day shipping
  • Sincere thanks and keep up the good work

Cons

  • Signal drops and data loss
  • fails part way through 3 out of every 4 rides
  • USB port is just not that robust

Key specs

  • Handlebar, Stem
  • yes
  • yes
  • no
  • yes
  • yes
  • Support for HRM chest strap
  • yes

Garmin Edge 520 - Pros & Cons

Garmin Edge 520

Pros

  • 520 is a great bike accessory
  • Backcountry & Competitive Cyclist offer free 2-day shipping
  • Sincere thanks and keep up the good work
  • high-quality and durable mountain bike models
  • this computer makes everything simple
  • versatile
  • compact
  • and information-laden computer
  • easy to use and highly functional bike computer has
  • sells pretty much everything
  • and has outstanding shipping and return policies

Cons

  • Signal drops and data loss
  • fails part way through 3 out of every 4 rides
  • USB port is just not that robust
  • garmin support is lacking or non-responsive
  • unit does NOT have an additional Micro-SD card slot
  • No plug incudedOut front mount (as well as original quarter turn
  • navigation on the Edge 520 is limited to routes you have downloaded in advance
  • Garmin Edge bike computers with only GPS can be frustratingly slow to lock in
  • You are using an outdated browser
  • The screen has its fair
  • stuff is not as helpful

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Garmin Edge 520 - Full Specifications

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General
Mounting options
  • Handlebar
  • Stem
Support for cadenceyes
Cadence sensor includedno
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Dimensions
Width1.93 in
Height2.87 in
Depth0.83 in
Weight2.12 oz
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Communication
GLONASSyes
GPSyes
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Features
Available information
  • Average speed
  • Odometer
  • Actual speed
  • Maximum speed
Heart Rate MonitorSupport for HRM chest strap
ANT+yes
Altimeteryes
Alarmyes
Barometeryes
Bluetoothyes
Calorie counteryes
Distance meteryes
Temperature sensoryes
Timeryes
Watchyes
Waterproofyes
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Design
Colour of product
  • Black
  • Black,Silver
Colour screenyes
Touchscreenno
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Connectivity
Wirelessyes
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Technical details
Time duration (running)15.0 h
Battery typeLi-Ion

Garmin Edge 520 - Q&A (19)

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    Productz
    over 1 year ago
    Is The Garmin Edge 520 discontinued?
    loyce.mclaughlin
    over 1 year ago
    This version of the Garmin Edge 520 has been discontinued.
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    Productz
    over 1 year ago
    Can I change the battery in a Garmin Edge 520?
    grover_feest
    over 1 year ago
    Garmin Edge 520 comes with a rechargeable lithium-ion battery.
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    Productz
    over 1 year ago
    How long does battery last on The Garmin Edge 520?
    darwin.hamill
    over 1 year ago
    The Garmin Edge 520 deliver about 15 hours battery life in normal mode.
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    marco.hintz
    about 2 years ago
    How long can I pause Garmin Edge 520?
    cory
    almost 2 years ago
    You can pause Garmin Edge 520 but after 15 minutes if you haven't resumed it, the session will automatically save and ended.
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    davis
    about 2 years ago
    What can a Garmin Edge 520 do?
    moshe
    almost 2 years ago
    Garmin Edge 520 offers live tracking, smartphone alerts, social media sharing and wireless uploads for ride data.
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    willa_tremblay
    about 2 years ago
    Can I use Garmin Edge 520 for running?
    kory
    almost 2 years ago
    You could use the Garmin Edge 520 to track your runs, then change your activity settings in both Garmin Connect and Strava.
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    esteban
    about 2 years ago
    Does Garmin Edge 520 track cadence?
    deloise
    almost 2 years ago
    Garmin Edge 520 can provide running cadence metrics without a running dynamics accessory.
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    elia
    about 2 years ago
    What year did the Garmin Edge 520 come out?
    kenton
    almost 2 years ago
    The Garmin Edge 520 was released in July of 2015.
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    bryon_schultz
    about 2 years ago
    Does The Garmin Edge 520 have auto pause?
    pamala
    almost 2 years ago
    You can use the Auto Pause feature on Garmin Edge 520 to pause the timer automatically when you stop moving.
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    versie.kutch
    about 2 years ago
    Is The Garmin Edge 520 ANT+ compatible?
    mia.adams
    almost 2 years ago
    Your Garmin Edge 520 can be used with wireless ANT‍+® sensors to accurately track your heart rate and calorie burn.
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    leon.gottlieb
    about 2 years ago
    Does The Garmin Edge 520 have Bluetooth?
    malinda_sawayn
    almost 2 years ago
    The Garmin Edge 520 has Bluetooth connected features for your compatible smartphone. With it, you can pair and charge, receive smart notifications and more.
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    ervin
    about 2 years ago
    Is The Garmin Edge 520 waterproof?
    spencer_crona
    almost 2 years ago
    The Garmin Edge 520 is IPX7 rated for water resistance, so you can take it virtually anywhere, in any weather.
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  • 0
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    ernie
    about 2 years ago
    Is The Garmin Edge 520 worth it?
    robert.farrell
    almost 2 years ago
    The Garmin Edge 520 is quite possibly the best Garmin cycle computer ever produced, with The latest technology and features.
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    dwight
    about 2 years ago
    Does The Garmin Edge 520 have maps?
    marcelino
    almost 2 years ago
    The Garmin Edge 520 does not have routable maps like the Edge 820, but you can download detailed maps from Open Street Maps.
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    lezlie
    about 2 years ago
    Does The Garmin Edge 520 have a barometric altimeter?
    sherley.conn
    almost 2 years ago
    The barometric altimeter is housed on the back of the Garmin Edge 520 behind two small hole openings located above the serial number.
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  • 0
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    Productz
    over 1 year ago
    How do I make my Garmin Edge 520 battery last longer?
    junior
    over 1 year ago
    Decrease the backlight brightness on Garmin Edge 520 to Maximizing Battery Life.
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  • 0
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    darrick_torp
    about 2 years ago
    Can I use The Garmin Edge 520 for hiking?
    weldon_toy
    almost 2 years ago
    The Garmin Edge 520 is a great cycling computer that can also be used for running and hiking, but you will need to change your activity on Garmin connect IQ and Strava.
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    davis_bartoletti
    about 2 years ago
    Does Garmin Edge 520 work with Strava?
    kenia_trantow
    almost 2 years ago
    You can download Strava segments to your Garmin Edge 520 device through the Garmin Express.
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    ursula
    about 2 years ago
    Can you use a Garmin Edge 520 for walking?
    mia.adams
    almost 2 years ago
    Garmin Edge 520 will only record it as a cycling activity. However, you can go to Garmin Connect, then edit it to make it a walking activity.
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Garmin Edge 520 Garmin - Editorial Reviews (4)

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