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New UCI Bike Computer Rules: BIG is BANNED in 2028
The UCI wants to reduce rider distraction in the pro peloton, and I agree with the goal. But limiting the physical size of bike computers completely misses the point. The distraction problem isn’t screen size, it’s software: alerts, prompts, pop-ups, auto-pages, messaging hooks, and features that can appear on any device, big or small. Let’s […]
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Garmin VARIA RearVUE 820 Review: Incredible Radar with One CRITICAL Issue
Garmin’s long-awaited follow-up to their RTL515 Radar is here – the Varia RearVUE 820. With longer range, brighter light, better battery life, and the most impressive radar performance I’ve tested to date. After several days of real-world road testing (and a lot of time riding in traffic), this in-depth review covers everything from unboxing and […]
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Garmin EDGE 550 & EDGE 850 // Garmin Gambles on SHORTER Battery Life!
Garmin’s long-awaited EDGE 550 and EDGE 850 bike computers have finally landed, bringing the brilliant transmissive LCD screen from the 1050, a faster processor, updated UI, and a handful of new features for both road and MTB riders. The 850 steps even closer to the flagship with a speaker, Garmin Pay, and expanded storage, while […]
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Garmin EDGE 540/840/1040 Series Firmware Update 24.18: Details & Road Tested!
Firmware 24.18 is rolling out this week to all Garmin EDGE 540, 840, and 1040 series cycling computers. This is one of the most feature-packed firmware updates we’ve seen in a while for these units. This video covers all the details and provides a hands-on look at how these updates perform. Links: Startup.txt How-To […]
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Tacx FLUX 2 Direct Drive Smart Trainer // GPLama Loop-Back Review
The TACX Flux 2 was first introduced back in 2019 and has been sitting in the queue for a Lama Lab Test for a few years now. Yes, it has been here a while. This week I finally unbox the now superseded FLUX 2 (replaced by the FLUX 2.1 / FLUX 2 2020) to see […]
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Garmin EDGE Cycling GPS 530/830/1030/1030 Plus // Firmware Updates June 2021
A big release of updates in recent weeks (Mid June 2021) for the Garmin Edge 530, 830, 1030, and 1030 Plus Cycling GPS Computers. The big change with this update is to the mapping and routing: ● Directional arrows while navigating will improve a rider’s understanding and the visibility of their chosen route. ● Faster […]
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Garmin RALLY Power Meter: Shimano SPD-SL // Shimano SPD // Look KEO
The Garmin RALLY power meter family has landed. With this comes the very first Shimano SPD-SL compatible road power meter pedal. This video contains all the details about the three pedal body options for the Garmin RALLY and the Lama Lab Test data from indoors and out. Garmin Rally Line Up: ● RALLY RS […]
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Garmin EDGE Firmware Updates November 2020: Livetrack // ConnectIQ 3.2 + More
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 […]
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New Garmin TT-Tri Mount // x2 Varia Radar Mount Options
A 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™ […]
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New Garmin EDGE Cycling GPS Units: Edge 1030 Plus // Edge 130 Plus
Two 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 […]
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