Garmin
Hands on with the Garmin Edge 850 GPS Cycling Computer
· By Endurance Wire
I’ll be the first to admit: I’m not a strong cyclist. I don’t spend my evenings comparing cycling analytics or obsessing over “grams saved.” I have terrible W/kg and VO2 max. I just like to ride my bike, explore new paths, and have a reliable way to get home without getting stuck in roads that I’m not supposed to be. For the last couple of years, I’ve been using the larger Edge 1040. It’s a legendary piece of gear, and I absolutely love it. When the Garmin Edge 850 was released in late 2025, I decided to see what is the buzz with the latest tech.
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