Meet your competitive edge with the Edge ® 520 from Garmin® – the first GPS bike computer with Strava Live Segments

Garmin New Zealand today announced the Edge 520, the first GPS bike computer with Strava Live Segments. The Edge 520 boasts a myriad of advanced analysis features including time in zone, functional threshold power, cyclingspecific VO2 max and recovery time 1 , indoor
trainer 2 support, cycling dynamics 3 and inride segments through Strava and Garmin Connect™. Additional connected features 4 and a highresolution, colour display offer cyclists a complete package of cuttingedge features in a compact, lightweight device.

“We’re excited to announce the Edge 520 and our strategic relationship with Strava – providing cyclists with the first GPS bike computer to have Strava Live Segments,” said Matt DeMoss, General Manager, Garmin Australasia. “The Edge 520 taps into cyclists competitive edge and offers them the latest in innovative training tools.”

Live Segments and Advanced Metrics

Garmin Edge products are the only GPS bike computers to feature Strava Live Segments. As the first GPS bike computer with Strava Live Segments, users can upload segments directly from Strava to their Edge 520 to receive instantaneous data and improve their personal bests. Additionally, the Edge 1000, Edge 810 and Edge 510 will add support for Strava Live Segments via a software update in Q3. Users can also tap into their competitive edge with inride challenges through Garmin Connect segments.

The Edge 520 provides new advanced performance and power analysis to maximise training efforts. Advanced metrics include time in zone, functional threshold power and watts/kg tracking, cyclingspecific VO2 max estimate, a recovery advisor and cycling dynamics – revolutionary metrics that provide feedback to cyclists on their position and pedal form.

Exceptional Display and Connected Features

The Edge 520’s aerodynamic design features a highresolution, 2.3inch colour display, providing ideal visibility. With up to 15 hours of battery life and compatibility with GPS and GLONASS satellites, it is built to handle endurance rides. The Edge 520 integrates with compatible Shimano Di2 electronic shifting systems 5 and standard ANT+ ® sensors including power meters, heart rate monitors, speed and cadence sensors, smart cycling devices, remotes and VIRB. Additionally it pairs with compatible ANT+ indoor trainers for data
display and control. When paired with a compatible Bluetooth ® device the Edge 520 can instantly upload activities to Garmin Connect for postride analysis, instant sharing on social media, and with the Live Tracking feature users can allow family and friends to follow their rides in real time. Users can also stay connected with family and friends during a ride with the Edge 520’s smart notifications that display incoming texts, calls and more. In Garmin Connect users can download courses and follow them on the device, receiving turn indications
throughout a ride, and compete against other cyclists on previously ridden courses. Edge 520 users can upload to Garmin Connect and download courses and segments via a PC or Mac®.

The Edge 520 has a Recommended Retail Price of $449 and $549 NZD bundled with a heart rate monitor, cadence sensor and speed sensor. It will be the onbike device used by Team CannondaleGarmin during races beginning in July.

For more than 25 years, Garmin has pioneered new GPS navigation and wireless devices and applications that are designed for people who live an active lifestyle. Garmin serves five primary business units, including automotive, aviation, fitness, marine, and outdoor recreation. For more about features, pricing and availability, as well as information about other Garmin products and services, go to http://www.garmin.co.nz .