Garmin

This little unit gives me more information about my rides, and my body's reaction to my rides, than I ever thought I needed. Reading it all while riding can be dangerous to your health, but viewing it later on your phone or PC, is informative and definitely safer. I especially like that the activity screens (pages?) can be individually created and modified by me, and I'm still modifying them for me after each ride. On the other hand, I'm still wondering about the "elevation" data, even after resetting manually, and the "calories" calculations that don't match my other devices. I'm still learning how the "navigation" features work, and how to follow the maps, but having a clear compass display is surprisingly helpful.

I've been using Garmin products for a long time. I usually end up buying a new strap/monitor every 3 to 4 years. I wish I could buy just the strap since I believe it's the strap that's failing/wearing out. Why can't Garmin just sell the strap? It's not an issue with the battery, I know how to change those and replace batteries about once a year due to the amount of time I spend wearing the strap/monitor. Fortunately they're not too expensive, but I really don't need anything but the strap.

Ok......been using this product for quite some time so I feel my review is accurate. The visibility of the light itself is awesome and cagers should easily see you. The light patterns you are sure to find one that suits your need. The ability to sync to your Garmin or even other cycling computer and control is a plus. Battery life depending on light mode is good. If you are doing a several hour ride just make sure you select longest light mode and have light freshly charged. The radar works great in my findings and on long unobstructed straights you get several hundred feet of advanced warning. You can also get the widget for,your Garmin computer to allow you to see the total vehicle count that passes you and the distance back as they close in on you. The sturdiness of the product and water resistance is very good. As my title states......an invaluable piece of cycling hardware!

Although I own a Wahoo cycling computer, I opted for the Garmin sensors since they are slightly more affordable than the Wahoo equivalents, but also because they flawlessly integrate with the head unit.

I have two bikes using Wahoo sensors and although they get paired quickly, one of the speed sensors eats up batteries like crazy. Also my Wahoo HRM just doesn�t want to pair with the head unit - it takes way too long and requires shutting down the Bluetooth on my phone before attempting to pair.

The Garmin sensors however have no issues - my Varia RCT715 (radar camera taillight) pairs immediately, and I do mean immediately, regardless of whatever order I start pair sensors so I decided to try the Garmin sensors. I�m glad I did because they have performed excellent.