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Garmin Edge Explore 2 GPS Computer

GarminEdge Explore 2 GPS Computer(Return to Product Page)

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Review by Anonymous

Reviewed 6/16/2023
by Anonymous
Cycling Enthusiast
Missouri
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1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.
Easy to use once you understand how to get to the menus

I use the Garmin Edge Explore 2 mainly for bike touring and don't need the race-centric metrics the other Garmin computers provide. I like the fact that you can change and send courses from your phone to the Garmin. The touch screen is intuitive once you understand how swiping menus works. Some settings can be buried and hard to find, but once I set them I don't go back to that setting very often. I do wish it was smarter at rerouting a course. It often wants you to go back several miles to where you missed a turn instead of finding a new route ahead to connect with the course. Makes no sense. Battery life is good. I highly suggest pairing this with the Garmin RLT515 light/radar. It makes an awesome combination and much safer riding on roads with a lot of traffic. Good computer for the price.

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Review by Anonymous

Reviewed 5/28/2023
by Anonymous
Cycling Enthusiast
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5 of 5 customers found this review helpful.
It will show you the way.

The large screen size allows for more data fields or a larger map area to be displayed, and the touch screen is handy for certain operations. In addition, it has an all-day battery life and usb-c charging. and I've found the on-device location search to be pretty handy.

It's the least expensive of all the Garmin Edge computers released over the last year, but the value is a little deceptive. Due to its larger size, I was unable to use it with the included mount. Instead, I had to purchase a separate out-front mount, which is included with the 540, 840, and 1040. The Explore 2 lacks the training features of the other Edge units, and will not display structured workouts or pacing during a ride. However, all the data is recorded and can be analyzed with Garmin Connect. Overall, the Edge Explore 2 is a great device for navigation and ride tracking, but not as effective for training or racing.

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Review by Naghund

Reviewed 7/29/2022
by Naghund
Cycling Enthusiast
Canada
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6 of 7 customers found this review helpful.
Much better than its predecessor

Twice the speed, features, battery life and stability of the first generation Explore. This device seems to report on everything salient and is well beyond basic. It won't report on things like your friend's current metabolic rate while they are riding in different continent, for example (I made that up). If you do have that first generation give it to someone you really don't like then trade up to this one. Do read the manual twice if pairing with the Garmin RTLxxx rear light/radar thingy.

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Review by Anonymous

Reviewed 11/21/2023
by Anonymous
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0 of 1 customers found this review helpful.
Garmin Explore2

Great features for the prices. Ships fast too

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Review by Anonymous

Reviewed 11/6/2022
by Anonymous
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1 of 3 customers found this review helpful.
Worth it

Great computer, super easy to use. My GARMIN watch crapped out on me and I needed a replacement. This was perfect and way less than a watch.

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Review by Anonymous

Reviewed 5/29/2023
by Anonymous
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1 of 2 customers found this review helpful.
Excellent general purpose bike computer

I haven't had a bike computer before but I really like the detailed stats for ascent. The Connect Garmin app provides even more detail on the ride. I haven't used the navigation yet.

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Review by daddy bob

Reviewed 1/15/2023
by daddy bob
Cycling Enthusiast
eastern virginia
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1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.
just bought this unit. its outstanding compared to the 6 year old 530. highly recommend it for the price and features

on road bike rids. no dislikes. great new unit from Garmin

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Review by Ahamster

Reviewed 6/16/2023
by Ahamster
Cycling Enthusiast
Puget Sound, Washington
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1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.
useful, reliable unit for navigation

I purchased this computer to make navigating longer routes useful. Later, I also paired it with a Garmin RCT715. It can be a little difficult to navigate all the screens at times. But it improves once you get familiar with the device and customize the screens to suit your needs. I've used it in the rain with no problems. I was a little concerned the screen might be too big and, but I am happy with the size.

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Review by Anonymous

Reviewed 2/21/2023
by Anonymous
Cycling Enthusiast
Colorado
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1 of 2 customers found this review helpful.
Lots to like!

Got this on super sale at the end of 2022. Only 200 miles on it so I'm still learning all of the different tools. Big upgrade from 520 plus. Love being able to track wind while on my ride as well as having it synced with rear light for safety. Looking forward to some longer rides as the weather warms back up so I can use the course feature and climb pro.

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Review by Wieslaw

Reviewed 1/13/2023
by Wieslaw
Woonsocket
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2 of 3 customers found this review helpful.
Very nice

Great quality product

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