GARMIN EDGE EXPLORE 2: Quick Tour & First Rides - Less $ with a focus on Navigation

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"Discover new routes with the Edge Explore 2 series from Garmin." - Garmin
In this video, JOM Of the Gravel Cyclist crew unboxes the all-new Garmin Edge Explore 2, covers many of the features of the machine, along with some metrics and video from his early real-world ride experiences. None of the eBike features are covered in this video.
"Today announced the Edge® Explore 2 and Edge Explore 2 Power Mount Bundle, dependable and easy-to-use GPS cycling navigators that will guide riders through their next adventure. Featuring up to 16 hours of battery life in demanding use and up to 24 hours in battery saver mode, the Edge Explore 2 series is preloaded with intuitive, high-contrast Garmin cycle maps so riders can view popular roads and trails, high-traffic areas and searchable points of interest - all from a 3-inch touchscreen that is responsive and easy to read in all riding conditions. What’s more, the new Edge Power Mount, included with the Edge Explore 2 Power, lets eBike riders constantly power their Edge, so they can capture every eBike ride from start to finish."
"Whether you’re a casual bike rider, eBike rider or anything in between, the Edge Explore 2 series is ready for wherever the journey takes you,” said Dan Bartel, Garmin vice president of global consumer sales. “Simple to set up and ready to use right out of the box, these GPS cycling navigators boast high-contrast maps and new eBike features, making them the perfect companion for your next escape.”
Maps, Routes & More:
"No matter where the next adventure leads, the Edge Explore 2 series will help keep riders on track."
* Preloaded ride profiles, including road, off-road and indoor are ready to use right out of the box.
* Ride like a local with high-contrast, ride-type-specific maps that use Trendline™ popularity routing based on billions of miles of ride data that other users have uploaded to Garmin Connect™. Riders can view popular roads and trails, high-traffic areas to avoid and searchable points of interest right on their Edge.
* Create courses through the Garmin Connect smart device app, Strava, Komoot and more and quickly sync them to the Edge.Turn-by-turn navigation and alerts notify riders of upcoming turns.
* Pause route guidance and off-course notifications to explore beyond the beaten path. Route guidance can be turned back on at any time to get back to the original route or starting point.
* ClimbPro lets riders see the remaining ascent and grade for each climb when following a course and review their performance on the climbs post-ride right from the bike computer or in Garmin Connect.
Pricing:
- Edge Explore 2, $US 299.99
- Edge Explore 2 Power Mount Bundle, $US 399.99 (includes Edge Power Mount)
- Edge Power Mount, $US 129.99
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@ceeskes412 4 ай бұрын

Great review......i'm going to buy a garmin explore2

@walcottav 2 жыл бұрын

Nice. Screen res & functionality is so much nicer than the original Explore. Means I have an upgrade path should my unit ever die, which five years in, doesn't seem imminent. Huh, just noticed in specs screen res is same but UI is so much cleaner. Other wizardry going on there and I'll take it. Or buy it when my original finally quits, but it won't despite my attempts to destroy it over the years.

@fkrr5 2 жыл бұрын

The build quality of Garmin is impressive, had a couple good crashes and the Garmin unit is a lot tougher than I am.

@walcottav 2 жыл бұрын

@@fkrr5 Same here. I broke and the bike broke, but the unit kept ticking, gps neatly identifying point of impact and when I failed to keep the rubber side down. 😳🤕😂🤣

@p.c.9714 4 ай бұрын

I am still using a 2012 genuine EDGE 200 on a weekly basis. It still receives updates from Garmin. Never had a single issue with this small GPS.

@peterdelmonte9832 9 сағат бұрын

If you’ve never used any Garmin before and you new one is on your lap, this video assumes a level of knowledge I don’t yet have. I can’t find any of the screens shown!

@Fetucinee 2 жыл бұрын

As someone who's been underwhelmed with the clunky software, sluggish performance and less than stellar battery life of the original Explore I'm really intrigued by the new and improved version. But once bitten twice shy. I'd really like to see a side by side real-world performance comparison between the Explore 2 and original Explore.

@GravelCyclist 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Like, I don't possess an original Explore to compare against, else, I would definitely produce such a video.

@Fetucinee 2 жыл бұрын

@@GravelCyclist Gotcha. Thank you for the intro. I expect as the Explore 2 finds its way onto cyclists' bikes I'll get a better idea of what it does and doesn't offer over the original Explore.

@LOGICAL-JAY Жыл бұрын

Exactly 💯..I want to a one on one, side to side comparison..seems like the same functions as the 1st explore with a little extra added and a newer usb-c set up..

@dixonbidenzmouth4115 2 жыл бұрын

Great review helped me in making a decision. Thanks!

@ceeskes412 3 ай бұрын

me too...i buy the garmin explore 2

@saadesam8743 2 ай бұрын

Same here .. I've decided to buy this one ..seems great choice

@samsepiol7080 2 жыл бұрын

Could the explore 2 be an alternative for those who thought the 1040 is a nice device just to expensive and bloated with software features one might never use? If I understood correctly the explore can display and record all the sensor data that matters including power or are there notable limitations?

@GravelCyclist 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Sam, I had a short amount of time to prepare this video whilst respecting the Garmin embargo. However, I hope to poke around with a Power Meter and the Explore 2, ASAP.

@samsepiol7080 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the reply

@jandone100 Жыл бұрын

Hi, thanks for the video, could you please share about the ride-like-a-local feature? I'd be using the Garmin for discovering new routes - avoiding traffic as much as possible. Would it be useful for it?

@edrcozonoking 2 жыл бұрын

Finally USB-C

@GravelCyclist 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed, they also added that recently to the feature packed, and a lot pricier, Garmin 1040 Solar.

@robertsmall1003 Жыл бұрын

Great review.

@L33TTechReviewer Жыл бұрын

Picked up second hand like new for about $215 excited to test it out on the road, my phone mount was flimsy and ripping and I heard long rides can damage phone with vibrations. Excited to load my routes and test out the navigation!

@GravelCyclist Жыл бұрын

Well played. Phones are great for many things, but on-bike navigation, not so much IMHO.

@thebr0wnhornet 2 жыл бұрын

Of all the computers they make this is the one that should be solar powered

@GravelCyclist 2 жыл бұрын

I expect we may see a trickle down of the solar at some point?

@user-fx4cl2fs5j 2 жыл бұрын

I completely agree that they should definitely add solar charging here

@vincentjohnston8789 6 ай бұрын

Great video! I bought this device as an alternative to using google maps on my phone, because the arrow / point of view doesn't point in the direction you are cycling and it's visually confusing. On the Garmin how do you simply set a destination and press go on the menu system? Thanks!

@CaviDS 2 жыл бұрын

you need to compare this to the 830 and 530. It looks slightly larger screen than my 530 but with touch screen it might be a better option than my 530 for only 299

@GravelCyclist 2 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately, I don't possess a 530.

@dixonbidenzmouth4115 2 жыл бұрын

It has a 3" screen

@iulian2548 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the informative video, any idea if it supports contour lines?

@Sarto_Seta_Paris Жыл бұрын

I am having trouble getting Heading to display. I notice it's also blank at about minute 9 of the video.

@katherinefrost5808 2 жыл бұрын

Great review… but I am just waiting to see what is going on with the Stingray!!!

@GravelCyclist 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Katherine, slowly sorting it out. It's a 1971 Vette with some rather rare options, not too many of these left! I drive it sparingly.

@menami04 6 ай бұрын

@GravelCyclist - just ordered explore 2 and garmin sensors. Your recommendation got best HRM/chest strap to pair with it? Ty

@GravelCyclist 6 ай бұрын

I have been using the Garmin Pro strap with good success for over a year. Excellent battery life as well, I seem to get about six months.

@Moto_Rid3r Жыл бұрын

Does the Garmin Edge Explorer 2 comes with a Lifetime Map Update or you need to purchase them separately?

@GravelCyclist Жыл бұрын

Hello there, all of the map updates thus far has been freebies.

@helgefrederiksen4102 Жыл бұрын

I would like to know, if I can tap in an adress on the go. At 7:32 it was somehow mentioned, but not how it works. I think, the 530 can't. Only pre-routes from a computer. I admit, I didn't see the vid from a to z, because I don't need to know, whats in the box, and how many puls'es you have in your device a.s.o.

@Thracium 2 жыл бұрын

COOL! Does it have a thermometer? As it have a barometer it have to have a thermometer in order to get the elevation ...

@GravelCyclist 2 жыл бұрын

It does have a thermometer. You can see it when I demonstrate customizing an Activity Profile.

@tyren818 Жыл бұрын

anyway to display, distance remaining in a route? I can't find it in date fields. Thanks

@kylian8295 Жыл бұрын

Hey man hope you can help , how to you add speed and distance to the mapping screen ? Mines only show the map

@philotis1896 2 ай бұрын

If you just want to go on a ride record and save it as a course . to repeat later or even reverse to home Even that needs a 5 year training course. If Garmin produced a simple quick start manual to do that and remove all the fitness heart rate and other unwanted clutter . They could have has a manual that works They could have a cheaper simple winner for most folks who dont carry a defribulater . Better of with Komoot rather than struggle with the clutter here.

@kimsavoye9224 Жыл бұрын

Hi! Can you sync this up with a garmin fenix watch to get all the additional pro stats (training load, recuperation..etc) all in one recording ?

@GravelCyclist Жыл бұрын

Sorry Kim, I have no such watch to even test.

@golfguyuk Жыл бұрын

WHat happens if you break the tabs at the back? it the unit no longer fixable by yourself?

@GravelCyclist Жыл бұрын

You would need to employ the Dog Ears fix... www.gravelcyclist.com/bicycle-tech/review-dogears-gps-garmin-billet-aluminum-mounting-plate-fix-broken-garmin/

@bigmac3006 Жыл бұрын

Does the Edge 2 give battery information of your Varia tailight?

@meetingbychance Жыл бұрын

yes

@lindamalolepszy8599 Жыл бұрын

Does it connect to the Mahle ebike motion system

@matheusvillasboas8809 2 жыл бұрын

Its was my first garmin, wich one is The best The 530 or The explorer2?

@GravelCyclist 2 жыл бұрын

If you like a touch screen and don't need a ton of performance related features, the Explore 2 is very worth of your consideration.

@matheusvillasboas8809 2 жыл бұрын

@@GravelCyclist thanks 🙌

@drummermgs Жыл бұрын

Is this good for MTB ???

@bikeman1x11 Жыл бұрын

does it have a micro sd slot

@TheMcFele Жыл бұрын

Does this device work without paring to the smartphone?

@GravelCyclist Жыл бұрын

Yes.

@TheMcFele Жыл бұрын

@@GravelCyclist Thx for answer.

@burt5057 2 жыл бұрын

I have the original Explore. How does this compare in size and performance. Is it compatible with Garmin Connect?

@GravelCyclist 2 жыл бұрын

I don't have an original Explore, and yes, it is compatible with Garmin Connect.

@burt5057 2 жыл бұрын

@@GravelCyclist Thanks. I found the stats on Bike Radar so I'll do a comparison.

@Fetucinee 2 жыл бұрын

Just made a quick comparison between the Explore 1 and 2's specs. Briefly, the same size and resolution for both displays and the overall dimensions are also similar. The significant improvements for the Explore 2 are in (claimed) battery life, charge while you ride capability via USB-C, Galileo AND Glonass GPS receptivity, and now a barometric altimeter too. I couldn't determine if the Explore 1's CPU has been upgraded v. 2, the sluggish performance of the original was a really frustrating feature.

@GravelCyclist 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Luke, no idea how slow the Explore 1 is, but the route I showed in this video was 100+ miles in length, with many turns, it calculated the route somewhere on par with the 830's speed.

@burt5057 2 жыл бұрын

@@Fetucinee I too have just compared both with Garmin's own specs. There are a number of upgrades and additions. I'm assuming maps have been improved. I'd also like to know if the CPU has also been improved. Whether it's worth upgrading to to the 2 I'm not so sure.

@prasildasp6492 2 жыл бұрын

@Gravel Cyclist Does this not have strava live segments?

@GravelCyclist 2 жыл бұрын

I don't believe so. As it is, I don't use Strava.

@prasildasp6492 2 жыл бұрын

@@GravelCyclist which one would you suggest between explore 2 and bolt v2. I am a little confused. After seeing your video, I liked explore but not sure all features of wahoo bolt v2 is here

@GravelCyclist 2 жыл бұрын

@@prasildasp6492 I much prefer Garmin's touch screen and navigation, far superior in my opinion, to any Wahoo.

@ceeskes412 4 ай бұрын

No live segments

@abbottsmom Жыл бұрын

Is the screen visible during the daytime with the sun out. Sometimes, you can barely see those screens. And, what about with sunglasses on?

@GravelCyclist Жыл бұрын

Direct sunlight is an issue, yes, and sometimes with sunglasses as well. Definitely not perfect.

@afptoronto1 2 жыл бұрын

Does this do FTP Auto Calculation? Looks like no?

@GravelCyclist 2 жыл бұрын

No advanced power meter features. I have connect a power meter, it records power, but not to the detail of say the 1040.

@afptoronto1 2 жыл бұрын

@@GravelCyclist That's what I thought. Too bad, a few more features and it would be the perfect "good enough" gadget... I want to upgrade my 520... but maybe I'll just wait for the 540. Thanks for the reply!