Bike GPS

[kingsnake]

Tried using my hiking GPS with my bike about a year ago, but could not find an easy way to attach (and detach) it from the frame. I know there are bike-designed GPSs, and was wondering if anyone had any recommendations?

I know normal bike computers, operating off a magnet and wheel turns, do speed, distance, etc. (My current unit also does temperature!) So, why change to a GPS? Mainly for AEG, but routes and tracks would be handy.

Thanx,

P

[kingsnake]

p.s. Another advantage would be getting rid of the wire that runs from the computer down to the magnets on my front wheel. It was poorly routed -- around the brake like -- so that if I tilt the computer wrong, the computer wire pulls on the brake line, causing the brake to drag on the rim. Great for cardio, poor for efficiency.

[The_Eagle]

They make bike mounts for different hiking GPS's. Not sure which you have. Here is one example.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Garmin-Colorado ... %26ps%3D54

[kingsnake]

Thanx, coanbru. Never occured to me. Would be much cheaper than buying a second GPS, especially since I like my 60csx so much.

[joebartels]

for anyone with an Oregon I prefer this bracket
http://www.rei.com/product/768859/garmi ... 7688590012

there is less to break and the zip ties are replaceable
a small rubber patch between the handle bar and bracket helps keep position

2 of the reviews on it say their gps fell off (I've found it superior myself to other setups)
all I have to say is that if this setup doesn't work then I think the chances of the other breakable setups will never work for your abuse level

[kingsnake]

I wipe out more on sidewalks than on trails, so as long as it can stand up to a Phoenix canal, I am probably okay ...

[beterarcher]

I wipe out more on sidewalks than on trails, so as long as it can stand up to a Phoenix canal, I am probably okay ...

the city is pumpkin dangerous! :stretch: I've lost count of the times I've crashed over a curb or been hit by cars.

[Nighthiker]

In addition to hiking I also use a GPS (Garmin eTrex) for cycling. I use a handlebar mount for my hiking GPS, it replaces the battery cover with a cover that attaches to the handlebar mounting bracket. I mainly use this on my mtn. bike. I also use a Garmin Edge 200 for my other bicycles. Pleased with the GPS and no problems with the mounting brackets.

[Tough_Boots]

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I wipe out more on sidewalks than on trails, so as long as it can stand up to a Phoenix canal, I am probably okay ...

Sidewalks? That's your problem. Ride on the street, my friend.

[sneakySASQUATCH]

@Tough_Boots
Hey didn't wipe out on the street a couple weeks ago and hurt your knee?

[Tough_Boots]

@bart01
Sure did! ;)

[AZLumberjack]

Hey Preston, I used the Ram Mounting System for my Lowrance. I was able to transfer the mount from my pick-up to my boat, my ATV or my bike. With the right selection of mounting parts, it will mount on just about anything you have. BTW these things are almost bullet proof if you crash.

I purchased a Garmin Oregon 400t this summer so I need to get new parts for my mounts and this is the way I'll be going.

http://www.rammount.com/Products/Bicycl ... fault.aspx

[SUN_HIKER]

I have the Garmin Edge 800 I have attached to my mountain bike and like it a lot. Display is touch screen and large text/numbers. I'm now waiting for the release of the Garmin fenix
http://sites.garmin.com/fenix/#begin

[beterarcher]

@SUN_HIKER
Ya, but does it tell you what time it is? ;) Looks like I might just have to get "hooked on Phenix", since I live there any way.

[kingsnake]

I have the Garmin Edge 800 I have attached to my mountain bike and like it a lot. Display is touch screen and large text/numbers. I'm now waiting for the release of the Garmin fenix
http://sites.garmin.com/fenix/#begin

Looks really interesting, but 399 is a bit stiff!