Garmin 705 Trip

A short field test of my Garmin 705. The more interesting stuff didn't record because I forgot to charge my camera :-( Stuff like the Garmin sending me into a corn field!

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Sports

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• cycling
• Garmin 705

[marshamk]

Nice video. I've read some stuff about having to buy a SD card with more map data on it. True? What's the deal with the maps that are in it out of the box? Are they usable?

[jpait]

@marshamk I think that all depends on which package you buy. I purchased the package that included the SD card that includes all US (plus territories, I believe).

[kameraguy]

When researching the 705, I found your video and have to say this is one of the most useful videos I've seen. I really appreciate the time you took to show a real-world example of the unit works.

Was wondering, if you didn't manually try to re-route, would the unit eventually recalculate an alternate route had you ignored the u-turn prompts?

Finally, I was wondering how you like the 705 since posting this video? Do you still have it? Any nagging issues that you've come across since?

Thanks!

[jpait]

To answer your question about the re-routing. Yes, the unit works like the GPS in your car. If you keep ignoring the u-turn, it will keep trying to find you an alternate route.

I still use my 705 and since this video have added a power meter with ANT+ technology to my bike. That allows me to collect power data on my 705. I am definitely a satisfied customer.

[philboy521]

what did you use to record this?

[jpait]

I used a VHoldR helmet cam. Unfortunately, I believe my camera was stolen when someone broke into my car. It might be a bit before I can make more videos.

[bonddav]

have you had any problem with the tie rap mount beaking

[coromike910]

Hey can the 705 be used off the bike as well, like if you want to go walk through town or something or does it need to be hooked up to the bike? Thanks!

[fastj1962]

@jpait Hey buddy, is your cycling club out of Greenville South Carolina? My mother was raised there....

[CaptainNelson230]

Yes like other have said, thanks much for taking the time to make this vid, very useful to see it used in real life

[BeeRich33]

That ability to discover on a bike is exactly what I love about cycling. I just ordered the 705 and hope it completely opens up the possibilities. I am very excited about what this will do for me.