GARMIN Edge 1040 Cycling GPS Computers: Details // Hands-On // SOLAR ☀️
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- čas přidán 24. 06. 2024
- The Edge 1040 and Edge 1040 Solar is the new flagship GPS bike computer by Garmin. In this video I cover the key feature updates on both of these new GPS units, I give a quick run-down of my take on the new features, then it's into a hands-on look at the new user interface... and more!
Edge 1040 Key Feature Updates:
● USB-C
● Alloy 1/4 Turn Tabs.
● Multi-band GNSS technology.
● Improved battery life:
- Up to 35 hours / up to 45 hours with solar charging.
● Battery Save Mode improvements.
● Updated User Interface.
● ClimbPro updates.
● Rider focused performance guides/metrics.
● Device Transfer has been removed...
Edge 1040 Solar Edition:
● Power Glass™️ Solar Screen.
● 64GB storage (32GB on standard Edge 1040)
● MTB mount / Silicone Case.
Links to buy Garmin Edge GPS:
Garmin Edge 1040 (Amazon US): amzn.to/3H0oD9Q
Garmin Edge 530 (Amazon US): amzn.to/349yWUG
Garmin Edge 830 (Amazon US): amzn.to/2Xjp6zO
Garmin Edge 1030 (Amazon US): amzn.to/2Xbv71e
Garmin Edge 1030 Plus (Amazon US): amzn.to/3pXzc5b
Garmin Edge 130 Plus (Amazon US): amzn.to/3cHj4yI
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Video Index:
0:00 Intro
0:39 Key Feature Updates
1:52 Size and Weight (Edge 1040 Solar)
2:31 Pricing
3:15 Initial Hands-On / Feedback
5:38 New UI/UX Walk-Thru
15:05 Road Test: ClimbPro Updates / Power Guide
17:31 New Metrics in Garmin Connect
18:51 Edge 1040 Solar Charging
19:13 New Rider Metrics / Guides / etc
20:44 Worth Upgrading?
21:34 Wrap-Up
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New subscriber here from Texas USA. Just ordered 1040 non solar based on this video. Had 520 Plus but sold it 2 years ago due to cataract surgery. Got some Tifosi cycling readers and I’m back in business. Can’t wait to try out unit! Awesome channel Sir!
Informative and extremely useful/helpful as always ✊🏾👊🏾👌🏾
Fantastic breakdown as always Shane!
Thanks for the 5ver Rich! 🙏
Noooice! Love me some
Battery life 🔋
It's about getting out and just riding the bike. - True words. Thanks for your review. :)
I’m sure this vid is the best one out of three. Thanks much, Lama!
We’ve all got our own angles on things. Watch them all. 👌🏼
Thanks Shane. I really wanted the solar but no stock. Your video is making me feel a bit better about that. Realistically in the UK I can only see it adding a few minutes, and I store mine in a dark dark garage.
Agreed, sometimes it's just too much. I specifically leave battery saver mode on so I'm not tempted to glance at the screen for entertainments sake, 'I'm out here to look around and breath'. I like bold simple to read values at a glance and the rest can wait until I get home.
Lo aspettavo da mesi, ordinato subito in versione solar! Sarà il mio nuovo compagno di avventure!
Finally. Looking for an Edge 840 video next 😉Too bad the Climbpro still needs a route to be preloaded😕
Great review again many thanks
Another great video @gplama. My micro USB snapped inside my 1030 unit and it seemed timely to upgrade to the 1040 (non solar). I just couldn’t justify the extra $300 AUD. There’s only 1 guys I know who would benefit from the additional battery life (one drslane with his crazy 500km rides😂). I’ve definitely noticed the greater speed and feel of the touch screen. As a side note, any members of Engineers Australia can get 20% off Garmin. It came in handy for me 😁
For me the power plan feature is an excellent addition!! (Assuming it is reasonable reliable) For TT and Triathlon rides I always used to use Best Bike Split but obviously that required a separate platform and a subscription.
This would be number one reason to upgrade from 1030 plus
great review as always
Great video as always Shane, thanks 👍😊
About what I expected from Garmin these days... a 'steady as she goes' update, rather than any big upgrades. Mostly seems to be 'nice to haves' so no rush to upgrade from my 530 than I've been super happy with (although would very much appreciate better climb granularity!)
Any plans on doing videos about your home solar install / operation?
The climb granularity is actually a misnomer. They provided a better looking graphic. But the Edge 1040 averages the % Grade over a very long period. It's not accurate for where you are on the hill or how much elevation you've actually covered because of that. Elevation is typically off by around 10% on every ride I've done with not one, but two Edge 1040 Solar units.
Thank you for a very clear opinion "is it worth to upgrade?" 👍 I'm on 1030 and sometimes a bit annoyed by how slow the unit is, especially when riding with Varia radar. Most likely I'm going to spoil myself and buy one... I'm only hoping that global supply shortage will not affect availability ... Thanks!
The pacing seems like a great idea if you’re doing a new route solo. Far too many times I’ve either blown up as I went out too hard on unfamiliar routes, or rolled home with more left in the tank as I saved too much for the tail end of the ride, before finding out it was downhill.
It sounds perfect in theory for me, as I do a lot of riding solo, which is predominantly training. So intead of 'go and do this hilly route' I can plug in a 8/10 difficulty and really push myself where I might not had previously.
Useless if you're riding in a group or a race obviously.
Amazing video! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👍🏻
Power guide is actually a very cool feature.
It is not for racing against others... neither to race in a peloton.
That is very useful for simulation indoor, TT, and sole rides...
Finally here it is!!!
The extra weight is from those extra Gb's of storage right.... 😂😂 - again, awesome video - thanks for sharing your insights
When to upgrade is always a tricky question - while I think about it, I'll continue using my 2009 Garmin 705 Edge :)
Been waiting for something like this. Great to see the review. My cracked 530 screen is held together with a screen protector. I guessed upgrades couldn't be too far away so thought I'd wait till Aussie spring. Moving to a bigger screen is certainly an option for my aging eyes although price might drive me to 540 or 840 if they come out by then
This week I have learned to hate my Edge 1030 Plus. Garmin can meet me in a dark place.
After seeing this, I can't wait for the 840.
"It needs to know your FTP, whatever that is" ......Oh f**k I could nerd out over that one statement for hours!
The solar would be an excellent touring computer. Especially in Australia.
This new interface hurts my OCD: They have removed the lines on the main menu, but the sub menu still has lines.... Do like that last course added feature on the homescreen though.
Thanks for the comprehensive review and comparison with the 1030+. The battery performance of my 520+ is seriously degraded now after 5 years and barely lasts a 60 mile ride with a Varia connected. I'm looking at the 1030+ and the newest 1040 for a replacement with much longer battery life so I can have everything connected and all features turned on without worrying if the GPS will run out of battery on century rides.
Excellent review. All the facts we need. Do you think there will be a solar 'explore' version coming up ? A touring Edge with solar seems like a good fit.
I upgraded from Edge 800 to 1040, I just Wow!!!! Just like Iphone 1st Gen vs iphone 14 pro max
All that crazy complexity makes me really appreciate my Bolt V1 😅
The pacing is great for every single race in which you aren't competing against others but against the clock. In a field of 300 competitors, I don't care if I end up 50th or 150th with multiple hours between the first and the last, I just want to beat my target time.
hopefully the other models get their upgrade too.... I splurged on the watch because I'm a runner who rides so I love having a good running watch... but my riding is pretty ho-hum and I just want a newer version of my 510 🤣
I'm loving Garmin's new "we do this now" stuff and some of the user metrics are great.
Almost all the “new & exciting” features seem like they can be pushed over software updates to older devices. Now that pricing ! 😮🥵🥵
Great video as always GP Lama
100%
100%
Why always people think Garmin or other brands can’t make money with new devices? You work for free? Garmin too!
@@pe3117 Thanks for reminding people. We've all got to make a living.
Great video. Thanks. Are the tone loudness about the same between the 1030 Plus and 1040? I upgraded to the 1030 Plus from the 830 for the louder tone but my friend's Bolt is still louder, which I much prefer.
@Shane The power guide is awesome for TTs
I've been a Wahoo user for the last four years but I'm seriously considering going with the Garmin 1040 Solar. I was waiting on Wahoo to upgrade the Elemnt Roam but Wahoo seems to be staying with the dated unit. Excellent review.
Yeah - if Wahoo would increase that totally outdated 2GB of their 'Roam' ...
I'm in the exact same position : thinking about upgrading from my Wahoo Elemnt Bolt v2 to this unit ! Still not sure if I'll like it better (I love the flexibility of the Bolt : putting what you want to see where you want to see !)
@@jonathandagenais9803 I'm going to give Wahoo a bit longer. The Wahoo Elemnt has been rock solid in it's performance but I have concerns the rechargeable battery is beginning to weaken. I'm familiar with Wahoo and Garmin ride metrics since I wear a Garmin Fenix 6 Sapphire watch. If you do upgrade to the Garmin 1040 (Solar or regular) please make a post of what you think of it. Thank you.
Just grabbed a 1040 non-solar. Upgraded from a 520 and I love it. With such a long battery life, I didn’t think the added 20 minutes of solar charge would make a big practical difference. Rarely, if ever, will I have to go 35 hours of riding between charges. So those extra minutes felt a bit superfluous.
Usual no-bullshit, spot-on video. Thanks!
i'm currently running the 830. i like having more screen real estate on the 1040. decisions, decisions.
As always great video & update Shane.
Are you aware of Any major update Garmin are planning for the 830, similar to 1040, USBC etc. Personally, I’m not a major fan of the size/length of the 1040. I prefer a smaller unit. Keep up the great work👏👏👏
As soon as there’s any updates to the smaller Edge units I’ll cover the details here. Nothing to date.
Wooooooo! 🎉
Having the 1030+ I will wait for the 1050 without too much effort. I already consider it the top.
So....is this the unit to push me away from Wahoo?
Thanks for the overview and initial review. Looking forward to seeing how the solar stands up over time.
Great video! What is your primary riding computer, and do you think this will supplant it?
great video as always, i have the edge 1040, how do setup turn by turn screen so i know ahead what turn is coming up next?
This is the device you buy if you've di2 over the Karoo2 lol - I've always thought garmin have the cycling computer covered over Hammerhead in all honesty.. thorough etc.. Bit expensive this I've always thought too. The solar ideaolgy is a good idea too!
Great Info!! What are your current feelings on this Head Unit. I currently use the Edge 1030. Tks Too
I want to know if i can use the power guide to define the strategy to conquer the strava segment using my ftp data!!!
or impruve my time in the course... Great Video!!! I hope this option come to my 830..
Nice looking device, and I am in the market for a new head unit. Definitely an upgrade on what I had, but not sure I am up for the price tag. Hoping for some of these new features like the climb data on say a new 500 series. Love the idea of solar too, Fenix 7x during summer solar definitely reduces battery anxiety. Thanks Lama, really hoping now there is a new 500/800 in the pipeline reckon I can hold out a couple of months before committing.
Wow! Windfield IQ app already is compatible with the 1040. Perhaps nothing changed for it working in the current version.
It was time to get the solar panel to the edge series ;)
Looks nice and everything but in most of handlebars (specially integrated stem-handlebar combo) you have little space to accomodate that huge device. Probably if someone is a heavy user of navigation features the big screen is great but if just _like me_ uses the unit for recording data and post workout analysis is an unnecessary device. Even is you look into the world tour peloton, a lot of cyclist uses the 830 series because it's easier to put your fingers and mark the laps and stop in the end of stages ( and probably weight saving). The video good as always, thanks!
I have a 1030 plus…is nice to have the last Garmin but like you says on the final…there’s tons of info that overwhelm me and I don’t know what they mean 😅
I keep hoping they will include cadence and HR on the power workout screen, something my 830 doesn't do.
I wonder how the Strava Live Segment screen looks like and above all, if it finally works with on-going navigation!!
A great snap-shot on the new 1040. Do you have any indication on its market release in Australia? and perhaps a crystal ball gazer question do you think this unit will have the capacity to be scaled up for predictive climbs? For me the predictive climb is a wanna have feature.
Should be available in AU now. I suspect it has the capacity to do free ride climb predictions. We’ll have to wait to see if that’s something they release.
Great comparison. I was hoping to see if they had increased the maximum segments stored in memory? One of the fixes I was hoping to see improved on my 1030 is the 100 stored segment limit. I easily have 100+ favorite segments in my local SF Bay Area metro area with a need for more for my favorite travel destinations. Does anyone else have a need for 100s of segments stored in their edge? Does anyone know if 1040 has increased this? The Garmin site isn't clear on segment storage, but it does spec a 100 max on saved routes, so I'm worried the segment max is the same.
I thought they may have added phone menu config like on the more recent watches, menu diving isn’t too bad on the touchscreen I suppose, maybe if they refresh the 530 to a 540
I have the 1030+ since it came out and it seems that the 1040 is not worth upgrading. I think that the 1040 is more evolution then revolution and that is a bit of a bummer imho. The unit looks the same as the 1030+ and is quite thick and the bezels are still huge. It would have been great if the starting point of a new edge device would be a small smart phone and try to take it from there and make it usable for a bike computer. I like the back of the device with the metal mount. I also like the usb type C port. For the money I don't know. Maybe I will buy it one day but not any time soon, I think.
“On to my initial hands on and feedback with this unit”… (cuts to a video riding with no hands on the handlebar…). Nice!
FYI UK prices are £519.99 and £629.99 (Solar) on the Garmin store
the power plan stuff seems like it will be ridiculously useful for smart trainer workouts, like if you're trying to pace yourself up alpe d'huez...
I have always wanted the 1030+ tone brighter and more crisp. This one looks like it is. Is that just the video or is it brighter in person as well?
Looking at power guide, I wonder if they're planning to make this dynamic, based on stamina / reserve. In theory level 9 or 10 could mean empty at the end of the ride and the level determines how much you are willing to invest into the ride.
20:20 'Line all the ducks up" Nice timing, was that planned as you went past the duck sign?
I wondered if anyone would notice that 😉
Just seen Ballarat on the 1040 Solar there and immediately thought of the Ballarat Bandit
Looking at the redesigned UI, it seems to be more designed for use with a touch screen. I wonder if this could mean the 540 will get a touch screen, whether the 540 en 840 will merge. Two more options, the 540 gets a different buttoon layout to the 530 or the 540 will get a different menu (wouldn't go that route garmin).
I thought the same... it'd be tricky to implement on a smaller non-touch screen. No sign of the smaller units, so nothing to worry about for now. :)
Danke!
Thanks for the SuperThanks! That's much appreciated Thomas. 🙏🏼
Good to know that there's nothing that special to upgrade from the 1030+ that I've got. The extra battery life would be nice but I've done 16h all day-rides and still had a little left.
I'll hold out until we get a 1050 that has LTE.
for those who simply need extra battery life, there's also the option of the external battery pack, which is quite a bit cheaper than a full upgrade to 1040 solar...
LTE for what purpose?
The solar version is 12g heavier. I wonder how battery life would compare to a unit with a 12g bigger battery. The solar only seems to add a tiny trickle, which is no great surprise given the small surface area.
Is it finally possible to send new routes while an anctivity is recorded?
Biggest minus in the current Garmin LineUp.
Can we run CommectIQ Apps while an activity is recorded (paused), for example Komoot to load a new route?
Idea for a video, compare the edge 1040 power guide to best bike split power plan.
I don’t have a cycle computer at all at the mo but looking for something for cycle touring and possibly a year long cycle trip. I don’t want all the stats but want on the fly route redirections and backtrack, mapping, distance, altimeter, temperature etc. I know this is overkill but none of the other units fully meet my requirements. Is there any that you’d recommend
Hy Shane. Great Channel! I Love it... What do you think about the software speed on navigation? Is there an improvement for Navigation, re-routing to 1030 plus? Thanks for your answer.
Much faster 👌🏼
@@gplama Does it re-route or still tell you to do a uturn to get back on course?
@@gplama Thank you! Greets from Switzerland :-)
Maybe next generation product have wireless charger. New Garmin looks nice and tempting but price tag take care that I stick with my 1030 Plus for awhile.
How about cycling power test utilizing the Rally pedals and HRM chest strap data?
Great video Shane! A little off topic, but any thoughts on Wahoo catching up with their version of Climb Pro features? I'ver been holding out, but the Garmin and Karoo units are making me impatient. I really thought they would have something out by now. Is there anything in their software that is hindering them from such features? Thanks Shane.
I suspect Wahoo are looking hard at something like ClimbPro. There could very well be some limitation on their units. As soon as they do anything, I'll cover it on my 'five loops' route for sure!
@@gplama I know you will be on top of it! Thanks for the reply.
thanks
So 2 weeks ago, when I asked you about new Garmins possibly coming soon, were you just pretending not to know? ;)
Is it worth switching from wahoo bolt? As I get older I am needing a larger screen.
This is a good time to get a 1030+ if the new features of the 1040 are not a life or death necessity. Knowing the 1040 was coming out, I kept a lookout for discounts on the Garmin 1030+ and found units for $449.99 USD on Amazon and the Garmin site itself. Not sure these discounts are still available, but I thought it was worth mentioning to your viewers for whom a $600 USD purchase (or more!) is too much to swallow.
Is the screen any better in the rain?
Does the new 1040 still have the ability to add the start up banner like the older units?
Can you sync settings from other Garmin devices? I have Edge 520 that has a low lasting battery and needs replacing. Thinking of upgrading to regular 1040.
I would love to see if Climb pro has improved when it comes to accuracy, this weekend I did Rhön Radmarathon in Germany, 256 km with ~4800 meters of climbing, in the beginning ClimbPro worked OK, but as I got longer into the race, it stated slipping, at the last climb I was more than 700 meters into the climb when my Edge 830 had it to start, as I also own a Karoo 2, I was just thinking, come on Garmin, how hard can it be.
ClimbPro is more or less useless here in Denmark, where I live, as most hills are shorter than 700 meters. Would love to see you do a long ride test of ClimbPro with the 1040.
Keep me posted if this keeps occurring. I had something similar for one climb recently that I needed to go back and look into.
@@gplama Will do, I live in the most hilly area in Denmark, but nothing to brag about. But first options will most likely be during summer in France and Italy. ;)
@@gplama did a longer ride using a route created in Strava yesterday, with a few small hills (we are in Denmark 🇩🇰, mostly flat) the first couple of hills were spot on, still about 1/2 way it was still spot on. But after ~100 km, we went of the route to get water at a church, after that we had the biggest climb of the day 2,6 km with average gradient of 4%, yes that’s a hill 😂 it’s up to Denmark’s highest point 170 meters 😂 and that was roughly 300 meters off.
After that we had at few small climbs, but they were only ~100 meters off. It’s better, but still a mystery to me.
ordered 1040 solar for 810 replacement.
They could sell the 10*0 as an app for the smartphone. ^^
I don't need a 2nd smartphone. The 530 is ok for me, but it could update gps faster after changing directions.
Most of the features beyond the 500's, nobody much uses.
Still lookin for a smartphone app that makes these into history.
Recommendations for zwift set ups please
@GPLama has Garmin yet made or have feature to flip the Garmin in the landscape
mode on your bars instead of just the portrait mode? Thanks for the review
Nope
Hi Shane.
Got the 1040 after watching your review (as upgrade to 830, and have previously owned 1000 and 800). They have at least a decade of my heart rate, power etc etc.
The new features are so wildly inaccurate and useless that it deserves a mention.
Stamina is a complete joke. I did a 120km ride that I have done so many times before and in the 20th km stamina went down to
I’m going to upgrade to this I think, coming from the Edge 1000. Not sure Solar is worth it… who uses a headunit for 30+hrs?
And how about Intensity Minutes? Still not supporting this feature like all older Edge devices?
Thanks Shane. Stupid question, what bar tape is that on your Giant?
That's Giant Stratus tape I believe.
Great review as usual but $800 😵.
Ffs, just bought the 1030plus couple month ago for my endurance race in July. Should have waited for the solar version.
Return? 👀
It's a bit hard to see. Do your winter gloves have finger tips specifically for touch screen support?
No special tips. Just standard wintery gloves.
i am waiting for the 840
thanks for the super review - I have one question about the device. On a normal commute ride I used both the fenix 6 pro and the 1040 to track my ride and when done both devices gave me a dfference altimeter reading. 165 on the 1040 and 125 on the fenix - that's a serious difference between the 2. Any idea what can explain this difference and which one is the correct indication?
Altimeter data is more interpretive dance than science. The truth might be somewhere in the middle of both.
@@gplama Thxs for the super quick reply - very happy with the 1040 - bought it after seeing yours and DC's reviews. I'm an old dude so the size of the screen was one of the resons also for buying it ( I need BIG numbers in front of me :-) came from the 830. Thxs again for all the great content you create!