"I was finally given the nudge when during a group ride last Thursday, I managed to drop a rider more than 25 years younger than myself, on a popular local Strava segment ( a longish uphill slope, not really a hill ) who holds the…"
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Garmin 500 v 800 . What is the real difference ?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Terry C 8 hours ago. 17 Replies 0 Likes
While reading a run down on team equipment that will be used in the TdF this year, I noticed that the Garmin Sharp team will be using the 500 model. So why would they not be using the 800 considering…Continue
The Giro and Nibali - - an interesting read.
Started this discussion. Last reply by Gillian Jun 6. 4 Replies 0 Likes
A few questions raised here.…Continue
Stand out in the crowd.
Started this discussion. Last reply by Martin Turner May 26. 13 Replies 0 Likes
Something really different.…Continue
Tyres - - - again.
Started this discussion. Last reply by Terry C May 14. 11 Replies 0 Likes
Recently I was given a set of new tyres to try out ( all donations gratefully received ! ), as shown in the pics. With recommended pressures between 80 and 130 psi, I have used them at the lower end…Continue
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Jim Cooper replied to Terry C's discussion Garmin 500 v 800 . What is the real difference ?"I am new to the Garmin thing. Edge 500 @ the end of model price got me in. No going back.
HRM/cadence bundle great, 1st wireless computer I've been happy with. Garmin Connect & Strava too good. A great way to keep tabs on your monthly…"
Nick Lothian replied to Terry C's discussion Garmin 500 v 800 . What is the real difference ?"Good choice. I have a 500 and aren't tempted to upgrade."
Patrick O'Kane replied to Terry C's discussion Garmin 500 v 800 . What is the real difference ?"You bought the wrong one, didn't you ;-)"
durian rider replied to Terry C's discussion Garmin 500 v 800 . What is the real difference ?"main difference is you can upload detailed point by point maps into the 800/810.
The 500/510 only offers bread crumb trail mapping options. Most of the Garmin team would be selecting the gluten free 500 version I would assume."
Matt Brennan replied to Terry C's discussion Garmin 500 v 800 . What is the real difference ?"That is just what I have found Pat."
Patrick O'Kane replied to Terry C's discussion Garmin 500 v 800 . What is the real difference ?"K edge is more aero, saves 0.01W. Could mean the difference between a PR and zilch"
Matt Brennan replied to Terry C's discussion Garmin 500 v 800 . What is the real difference ?"For racing at a level where every gram counts and you want the least on your bars it would have to be the 500.
Might be the same reasons they aren't using the 510.
Wonder if they go garmin out front or kedge :)"
wujim replied to Terry C's discussion Garmin 500 v 800 . What is the real difference ?"You won't regret it either, just BTW. The 500's are a very solid and reliable unit."
"Ok, I am convinced. It is my birthday next month, so have just ordered this.
http://www.bicycleexpress.com.au/store/Garmin_Edge_500_Premium_Bundle.aspx"
William Whittaker replied to Terry C's discussion Garmin 500 v 800 . What is the real difference ?"I have had some serious problems with phone GPS accuracy. When your Garmin is within 7 metres and your phone is within 500 metres, there can be some seriously whacky differences...
Of course, my experiences with phone GPS systems are a couple of…"
Nick Lothian replied to Terry C's discussion Garmin 500 v 800 . What is the real difference ?"That's the 510 and 810.
But you need to carry a phone with you too to actually transmit that live tracking data. Since you are carrying a phone I'm not really sure why you don't just use that for live tracking, but I've been told…"
Troy Collett replied to Terry C's discussion Garmin 500 v 800 . What is the real difference ?"is it the 800 that has live tracking etc?"
Dstone replied to Terry C's discussion Garmin 500 v 800 . What is the real difference ?"+1
800 has more stuff but more is not always better."
Alasdair McLellan replied to Terry C's discussion Garmin 500 v 800 . What is the real difference ?"The 500 is:
- Lighter.
- Smaller.
- Arguably more reliable thanks to the use pf physical buttons.
The 800 offers no advantage in a racing scenario."
Matt Jones replied to Terry C's discussion Garmin 500 v 800 . What is the real difference ?"Do they need Navigation ? pretty sure thats the only real difference."
Profile Information
- What bikes do you ride?
- Giant TCR2
Kuwahara Triathlon
Avanti Ventura
- When do you ride?
- Weekends, Commute, Racing, Other
- ..perhaps some more information about yourself for your profile page
- Retired engineer, lived and worked in every state in Australia, plus several overseas countries.
Now retired and living in the north west of Tasmania.
Ride at least every second day, with a total of approx 150 km a week - - much of it in the very hilly area of Tasmania where I live.
Enjoy building a bike up from scratch, and it usually ends up very much a one off - - check my pics.
- Website, blog, interest group address.
- http://velobase.com/Default.aspx
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Comment Wall (4 comments)
- At 15:58 on May 4, 2012,
Wilson Devo said… Hi from the Gawler Wheelers,
Welcome to the Adelaide Cyclists Website !
The Gawler Wheelers are a road cycling Group based in Gawler, SA.
A regular group ride is held every Saturday morning.
Check the various Event Calendars on this website for the next scheduled group ride as follows :
- ➨ Gawler Wheelers Upcoming Group Ride Events
- ➨ Gawler Wheelers Group Ride Calendar
- ➨ Adelaide Cyclists Events
To join the Gawler Wheelers Group, just click the '✚ Join Gawler Wheelers' button.
This special '✚ Join Gawler Wheelers' button (an inactive copy is shown below) appears in the upper right hand corner of the ➨ Gawler Wheelers Group Page.
So, come along and try us out !
All riders are welcome.
Gawler Wheelers Contact Info
http://www.adelaidecyclists.com/group/GawlerWheelers
http://twitter.com/GawlerWheelers
https://plus.google.com/116433492952159342133
http://www.facebook.com/GawlerWheelers
http://www.youtube.com/user/GawlerWheelers
http://www.bikemap.net/user/GawlerWheelers
http://ridewithgps.com/users/31795
http://www.mapmyride.com/people/groups/44796/#info
http://app.strava.com/clubs/GawlerWheelers
http://connect.garmin.com/explore?owner=GawlerWheelers
Email:Gawler.Wheelers@gmail.com- ➨ Gawler Wheelers Upcoming Group Ride Events
- At 20:27 on April 29, 2012,
heather said… Hi Terry, no lycra cycling clothing for me! I made one pair of black nix, disliked the synthetic feel, and quickly retired them. Casual clothing of big baggy shorts suit my utility cycling for walking into shops, libraries, appointments, even meeting transport authorities and politicians (I do much cycling advocacy). Cheers, Heather
- At 18:40 on April 29, 2012, heather said…
Hi Terry, keep on cycling. I am a bit younger but could not cycle 40km at 30km/h. More of a utility cyclist and no lycra, but still a committed cyclist. You say no good cycling forum in Tasmania. AC has all sorts of conversations, and many do not depend on location. If you ever feel like some companions for touring, start a post volunteering to show AC members around Tasmania! Cheers, Heather
- At 13:30 on April 29, 2012, heather said…
Hi Terry, Just noticed that you live in Tasmania so not much cycling in Adelaide CBD! Welcome to AC. Heather
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North west Tasmania coast ride.
Posted on May 9, 2013 at 15:39 0 Comments 2 Likes
The usual north west coast Tasmania group ride on Thursdays did not eventuate today with many away / holidays / working etc. I took the opportunity to take out my restored steel frame Kuwahara Triathlon ( see my pics ), for a good run. Starting from home just west of Burnie, I headed east through the town and along the coast, through Penguin and on to Ulverstone. Weather was perfect, a sunny day, light breeze and 20 C.
One lap around the town of Ulverstone and then headed back home.…
ContinueNorth west coastal Tasmanian group ride.
Posted on April 18, 2013 at 22:41 0 Comments 0 Likes
Another tough ride today of 53 km. Approx 35 of that was hills, with about 600 metres equivalent total in altitude of climbing, and I now feel that the combination of hills, wind, cold and old age should be avoided ! I did manage to do my turn at the front, and made up for that by hanging off the back on more than one occasion. Some areas inland have had a dusting of snow, and as the wind was from the south, we all felt the effect of those conditions - - I am not sure if this rider wants to…
ContinueNorth west Tasmania again.
Posted on April 12, 2013 at 12:52 0 Comments 0 Likes
Wow, another week gone by already. The Thursday group ride, this time more of the same with plenty of hills, was on again yesterday, saw the return to the group of one of the female riders, absent for a few weeks afer the birth of her baby.
Just one km from the start, and we were into the locally well known Fern Glade climb. This is about five kms of steep twisting climbing, coming out at the top into farm country. After decending back down to the coast via a loop raod, it was back up…
ContinueNorth west Tasmania Thursday group ride.
Posted on April 4, 2013 at 16:18 0 Comments 3 Likes
Just seven riders on today's "Glam Ride" in the NW of Tasmania. Starting and finishing in Wivenhoe, a km or two east of Burnie, we headed west through that town, and after the turn off at Somerset, headed for Mt Hicks. There are many steep and long hillclimbs along the way, and at the halfway point, we noticed that we were down one rider. One of the girls had been visited by the dreaded puncture demon, right at the base of a steep climb. Two of the stronger riders went back down to assist,…
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