( 29 reviews )
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Posted: Aug 14 2009
I recently purchased the Edge 305 package (hr monitor & cadence). One of the features that interested me was the altimeter which unfortunately didn't work - kept registering 65000 ft. I checked the firmware which was up to date and then called Garmin. Was left on hold for about 15 minutes, before receiving assistance. The rep was helpful until we determined that the unit was defective and needed to be returned. Garmin wants me to pay for shipping which I could sort of accept if this was an inexpensive device, which it's not. I've had it less than a week, it doesn't work, so I'm at a loss to understand why I need to pay to have it replaced. I'll be taking it back to Target for a refund, and will no longer do business with Garmin.
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Posted: Aug 12 2009
I had my Edge 305 for less than a year before it started having problems. The unit just simply powers itself off during high speed descents and rough road patches. I thought this might be due to excessive vibration...so I tried to come up with some different mounts to remedy the problem. The next spring the power issue became overwhelming and I contacted service for repair. To their credit, even though I was about 3 months past warranty, they agreed to cover the repair. I FedEx'd my unit and was told there would be a 10-day turnaround. After 3 weeks I called to find out the status of my RMA...at which point I found out Garmin had LOST my unit. They sent me a refurbished unit. The refurbished unit arrived on a monday. It worked that first day. On Tuesday, the GPS would not acquire any satellites and was worthless. I called Garmin the very next morning and they have agreed to send me a new "in the box" unit. However there will be another 10 day lead time.
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Posted: Aug 10 2009
I've used the edge 305 for over 300 miles now on my mountain bike without a fault. It was very easy to mount. It's very easy to program and to download workout data. The fact that it is mounted (and not on my hand) makes it very usable during the ride. I also like the fact that you can customize what counters appear on your screen. Overall - an excellent return for my money. I got it at Amazon for $186.
