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| The first thing you notice is how much bigger the actual screen is on the 800. The 800 is shorter and a bit narrower than the 605. I have the protective silicone sleeve on the 800 so it looks a tad wider in this photo. |
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| The 800 has the Topo 24K map card in it, the 605 has the City Navigator map card in it. |
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| Notice the "Timer On" label on the 605? I have a tendency to forget to turn it back on after I've stopped for a break. A couple of things I've already noticed about the 800. The mount is lame, I don't like the idea of two Orings securing the mount to the bike. That may be why there are at least 3 after market mounts out there already. The second thing is the on/off button. It's very hard to push it in far enough to feel the click before it powers up or down. Hopefully it will get easier with use. I have high expectations on this new Edge 800, I hope it doesn't let me down. |
3 comments:
I will be interested to hear how you get on with the 800 Paul....
I currently have the 605 and I must admit I have been more than happy with it.
Just like you I often forget to start the timer after a break and then notice it about 2-3 miles along the road.
I like your 'reminder label' idea...
-Trevor
Trevor, I love my 605 also, it's been a great joy to have on my rides. I wish I had a dollar for every time I forgot to turn the timer back on.
So that's a WIW bought then. Looks like a lovely bit of kit Paul. Never had the chance to play with one before. Maybe one day when I have more time to ride longer routes I'll get on.
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