Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – Gear up for a revolution in cycling with the all-new Garmin Edge 1050. This premium cycling computer boasts a vibrant touchscreen display, superior navigation, advanced performance tracking, and unparalleled connectivity features – all designed to elevate your cycling experience, whether you’re a seasoned pro or a weekend enthusiast.
A Brighter Ride, A More Connected Community
The Edge 1050 shines with a vivid, 3.5-inch liquid crystal display, making it easy to view data and maps even in challenging lighting conditions. But the brilliance goes beyond the screen. Garmin has prioritized fostering a more connected cycling community with the Edge 1050.
Group Ride Features Level Up:
- Stay connected with fellow riders through in-ride messaging, live location tracking, and incident detection alerts.
- Inject some friendly competition with in-ride leaderboards for climbs and post-ride awards that celebrate different riding styles.
- Receive and report road hazard alerts – from potholes to fallen trees – to keep everyone on the road informed.
These Group Ride enhancements will soon be available on Edge 540, Edge 840, and Edge 1040 series computers, fostering a more connected cycling community across Garmin devices.
Your Ride, Your Way:
The Edge 1050 goes beyond just displaying data. It empowers you to personalize your ride experience:
- On-Device Course Creation: Use the responsive touchscreen to create custom courses directly on the device, toggling map overlays on or off as needed.
- Surface Type Awareness: See paved or unpaved sections on the map and receive alerts for upcoming changes in terrain.
- Ride-Specific Routing: Get turn-by-turn navigation tailored to your chosen discipline – be it mountain biking, gravel riding, or road cycling.
- Map Management with Wi-Fi: Effortlessly add, swap, or update maps directly on the Edge 1050 using Wi-Fi connectivity.
Train Smarter, Ride Stronger:
The Edge 1050 is packed with advanced training tools to help you reach your cycling goals.
- Personalized Training Plans: Access free Garmin training plans, including event-adaptive plans that adjust based on your performance and recovery.
- Daily Suggested Workouts: Get ride recommendations tailored to your current training load and VO2 max.
- Advanced Performance Metrics: Monitor real-time stamina insights to optimize pacing and effort.
- Power Guide: Get power target adjustments based on wind data and current stamina levels.
- ClimbPro: See the remaining ascent and grade for every climb on your route, allowing you to pace yourself strategically.
- Cycling Dynamics: Gain insights into your performance with advanced cycling metrics, including jump count, jump distance, Grit, and Flow.
Safety and Connectivity:
Ride with confidence thanks to the Edge 1050’s safety features. Utilize LiveTrack and incident detection to keep loved ones informed about your location and well-being. Pair the Edge 1050 with Varia cycling radars and smart lights for increased visibility on the road, or connect with inReach satellite communicators for added peace of mind in remote areas.
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Availability and Pricing: The Garmin Edge 1050 is available for purchase at RM3,690 through the Garmin e-store, Shopee, Lazada, AECO e-store, Garmin Brand Stores, and all authorized retailers.
