This video covers the recently released Garmin EDGE GPS cycling computer firmware updates. This month we see updates for the Edge 530, 830, 1030 and 1030 Plus cycling GPS computers. I take a look at the changelog and also give a walk-thru of how to configure and use device driven Livetrack. Links to buy […]
Read MoreIt’s BACK! Bluetooth support within the Strava Mobile app. Limited to only heart rate monitors at this point, I suspect they’ll continue to add more as the BLE sensor codebase has been rewritten.
Read MoreMy experience with the new Wahoo RIVAL multisport watch after a few days of testing. This unit is still in very early territory in regards to firmware, so I expect a number of the hurdles I’ve encountered to be resolved with future updates. RIVAL Specifications: ● Touchless Transition ● Multisport Handover ● Perfect View […]
Read MoreAfter years of randomly clicking around roads when creating routes and encountering a number of problems with GPS navigation, this route creation tip has been a huge time saver. This video is a walk-thru of creating the 60km road ride for the Ballarat Cycle Classic using the Strava Route Builder 2.0. If you have any […]
Read MoreA hands-on look at the new Garmin TT/Tri Mount, the Seat-post Quarter Turn Mount, and the D-Post insert for the Varia that ships with the newer Varia Radar units and is now available as an after-market purchase for those with older Radar units (RTL500/510/511). Links: Garmin TT/Tri Mount Amazon US: https://amzn.to/3jnF7wJ Garmin Direct: https://buy.garmin.com/en-AU/AU/p/107165 Varia™ […]
Read MoreTwo recent updates have been released to the Garmin Edge Cycling GPS range – The Edge 1030 PLUS and the Edge 130 PLUS. Here’s a rundown on all the updates and features you’ll find on these two new units. Quick Summary: ● Edge 1030 Plus – Faster processor speed. – More internal storage – Worldwide […]
Read MoreNew updates from Garmin to their Varia Cycling Light and Rear View Radar range – Introducing the RTL515, the RVR315, and the Varia App. Tech Details: RTL515: – Physically identical to the RTL510 (Almost impossible to tell them apart) – Same weight as the RTL510: ~71g. – Light Modes: Solid, Peloton (new), Night Flash, Day […]
Read MoreFor the recent Festive 500 challenge (500kms in 8 days from Christmas Eve to the last day of the year) I took the opportunity to use a different cycling computer / GPS / head unit for each ride. I thought this would be a good way for me to spend more time with each unit to get […]
Read MoreGet into the festive season by customizing your Wahoo ELEMNT/BOLT/ROAM Radar icon with one of three GPLama Christmas icons. Download Pack: https://gplama.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/GPLama-Wahoo-RADAR-Icon-Xmas-Pack.zip Details PNG format. Size is ‘around’ 25×28 pixels. Transparent background. File name radar_car.png (to be placed in /wahooligan/) Colours work for the image on the ROAM! Links:GPLama Garmin Varia RTL510 Video: https://youtu.be/az6_XX9bIMsGarmin Varia RTL510 […]
Read MoreA huge release of updates this week (Late October 2019) for the Garmin Edge 530, 830, and 1030 Cycling GPS Computers. Here’s my wrap of the change-log top to bottom with a Lama Lab test of the improved indoor trainer control and virtual ClimbPro. Links for More Information: Edge 530 Firmware 5.00 Details: http://bit.ly/2NjRpqH Edge […]
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