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Garmin Portable GPS Reviews



"Garmin portable GPS devices expand the range of uses for navigation systems."

Units for cycling and running enhance the pursuit of fitness, while software for mobile phones and laptop computers make the global positioning system more accessible than ever.

If you're looking for some of the best portable GPS systems for hiking, boating, hunting, and more, you can find our reviews here: Garmin Handheld GPS Units. Of course, the Garmin Nuvi GPS line offers a portable car gps system for most budgets.

Cycling

The Edge series of Garmin portable GPS devices brings global positioning to the cycling experience.

Mounting to a bicycle stem or handlebars, they record trip information such as average and maximum speed, distance, calories burned, and altitude. High-sensitivity receivers maximize signal lock.

The entry-level Edge 205 offers basic navigation and training information with a grayscale display.

The Edge 305 adds a wireless heart-rate monitor and speed/cadence sensor, and it gives detailed elevation profiles.

The Edge 605 has a color screen, basemap, turn-by-turn directions, and microSD card slot.

The Edge 705 has the capability of measuring your power output, and it can share data wirelessly with other users.

Running/Multisport

The Forerunner line of Garmin portable GPS units are designed to give runners important workout information. They are small and light, conveniently strapping to your wrist.

Though it lacks GPS capabilities, the Forerunner 50 sport watch possesses many helpful features for runners or cyclists. It comes with a wireless heart rate monitor or foot pod or both. An optional speed/cadence sensor attaches to a bicycle wheel for cycling data.

The Forerunner 101 is a basic GPS device that straps to your wrist, measuring speed, distance, pace, and calories burned.

The Forerunner 201 is similar to the 101, except it runs on a rechargeable lithium-ion battery instead of 2 AAAs.

The Forerunner 301 adds a wireless heart rate monitor and sport profiles for running, cycling, and other activities, making it ideal for triathlon training.

The Forerunner 205 is a smaller, more watch-like GPS unit with a high-sensitivity receiver, multisport options, and a courses feature that compares each workout to the previous one.

The Forerunner 305 adds a wireless heart rate monitor to the 205's features.

The Forerunner 405 adds wireless data sharing and will automatically sync with your home computer.

Mobile Phones

Garmin Mobile lets you turn your mobile phone into a navigation device. A one-time purchase gives you access to Google local search, millions of Points of Interest, turn-by-turn directions with spoken street names.

Bluetooth phones without integrated GPS receivers can be connected to the portable GPS 10x receiver.

Laptop Computers

Garmin Mobile 10 enables navigation on a laptop computer via the GPS 10x receiver with Bluetooth and map software.

Garmin portable GPS devices offer powerful global positioning features for a wide range of uses. Nearly everyone will find a solution to fit their lifestyle.



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