I use the Edge 820. I get about 8 hours, without battery save setting turned on. I carry a small charger stick so I can run without the save setting turned on. You might get 15 hours with the save setting. With the battery save turned on the screen only turns on when you touch the screen, or when it is giving you a turn instruction.
I spent the long dollar and got an Edge 1030, which has an option for a mount-integrated external battery pack. I was able to do a 140 mile road ride and still had 40% on the internal battery. The internal battery is rated for "20 hours," and the external provides an additional "24 hours." I put that in quotes because it's what Garmin lists, but I can't find a true mAh rating. I liked this setup because I don't need to use any external wires or straps to charge my Edge while in use, and the battery port remains sealed from the elements as well.
Thanks guys. I assume both these options will allow for storage of the data on the trip for future upload? Will the 820 continue to run while charging? My 510 does not.
Yes the Edge 820 continues to run while charging. You can customize the screen fields. I added several, including battery life % remaining. Without that it is hard to tell exactly charge status.
It won't just die, but it will automatically switch to power save mode when it gets low. If I'm not paying attention, that is my cue to plug in to the power stick. I also use the power stick for the cell phone, if needed.
Full honesty, I usually need to charge while riding just because I forgot to charge it overnight (not because I'm on an ultra long ride).
dodin wrote:Thanks guys. I assume both these options will allow for storage of the data on the trip for future upload? Will the 820 continue to run while charging? My 510 does not.
What about the 520? Will it run while charging? I am looking at the 520 as it looks to be phased out real soon.
Are you stuck on Garmin, or are you willing to consider other brands?
I have a Lezyne Super GPS computer… Costs less than a Garmin, has a much more modest map display, runs almost forever on a single charge. I’ve never managed to drain the battery below about 50%. I reckon it’ll go 25 hours.
Another vote for the 1030. I went 16+ last year, and the 1030 still had 30% left. The key to long battery life (I think) is to not use the map screen - that sucks battery. Instead enable turn notifications (pop ups) and add two fields to your main display: “distance to next” and “location at next”. That gives you a countdown to the next turn, and the name of the next road.
dodin wrote:Thanks guys. I assume both these options will allow for storage of the data on the trip for future upload? Will the 820 continue to run while charging? My 510 does not.
Not sure what you mean by "storage of data for future upload" It will save all the rides/activities you do, then upload them when you get an internet or phone connection. Is that what you're asking?
Also, I can confirm that it can be charged while in use.
Not sure what you mean by "storage of data for future upload" It will save all the rides/activities you do, then upload them when you get an internet or phone connection. Is that what you're asking?
Also, I can confirm that it can be charged while in use.
That's what i meant. I thought I read that sometimes data doesn't save while its on the go charging. Good to hear that's not the case. thanks!
Ive run both the 520 and Wahoo Elemnt Bolt, they both run while charging. You can either duct tape a lipstick battery (choose Anker, the cheap ones from Best Buy etc aren't trustworthy... but remember to hit the tiny "on" button on the Anker) to stem or bars for the duration, or leave it at the mid or last stop and toss it into the bento with a longer wire. Better to just tape it on for good, with shortest wire you can find. I did have a hiccup or two with the 520 for whatever reason on some long races so kept having to restart. for absolute reliability, Wahoo has worked better for me. The Leyzne will def run long enough for the race and probably another 10 hours but you'll want to do dry runs with it. just my two cents. Hope the 520 replacement has a 20 hour battery and that would put an end to this BS.
As peace of mind you could have the route loaded on the ridewithgps app on your smart phone and use as an emergency backup. Verizon coverage can be found in most areas of the Flint Hills with the exception of a deeper valley here and there. ATT service is less reliable in the Hills.
Gravel wrote:As peace of mind you could have the route loaded on the ridewithgps app on your smart phone and use as an emergency backup. Verizon coverage can be found in most areas of the Flint Hills with the exception of a deeper valley here and there. ATT service is less reliable in the Hills.
True, but if you need it, RidewithGPS will drain your smart phone battery fast.
Keep one thing in mind. You don't really need your GPS until well into the event. That means just turn it off and follow the heard. The first leg this year of DK 200 is 64 miles. Everyone will make it to Alma short of mechanical issues. So there will be over 1000 people traveling at all speeds on the route. Very easy to keep on track so you don't need a computer on at all.
Last year I really didn't need my GPS until after check point 2. At that point riders really begin to stretch out. I still had, for most parts, folks in sight at all times but it was reassuring to be able to look down and know where you are. I'm riding to finish so I finished in the dark. Again, follow the blinking red lights! My computer actually did crap out just after I stopped for the Chase pic. So I just got behind some nice folks from Texas and we had a nice enjoyable ride to the finish. There are ways.
All said plan on a recharge system. Use it before you come to the event so you know that it works and how it works. You will be good to go.
DerekJ_MI wrote:All said plan on a recharge system. Use it before you come to the event so you know that it works and how it works. You will be good to go.
Depending on how much time you take at the SAG stops, I'd also recommend adding some USB power banks to your drop bags and recharge your Edge while you refill bottles/food/clean up your bike/etc. 10 minutes of charging three times can put a lot of power into your head unit.
