Garmin Edge 840 Solar

The Garmin Edge 840 Solar is a powerhouse that's packed with features to help riders of all levels manage their efforts and stay on top of their game. It combines advanced GPS navigation, planning and performance tracking, cycling awareness, and smart connectivity to provide you with the ultimate riding experience.

The Garmin Edge 840 Solar is the newer and more advanced model compared to the Garmin Edge 540 Solar. This model features a larger touchscreen display, improved battery life, enhanced navigation capabilities with ClimbPro ascent planner, and targeted adaptive coaching when paired with a compatible power meter and heart rate monitor. The Edge 840 Solar also offers improved ride type-specific maps and searchable points of interest, allowing riders to explore new routes and stay on track.

The Edge 840 Solar boasts a responsive touchscreen and button controls that work in any environment, making it easy to use on the fly. You can view daily suggested workouts, get personalized coaching, and manage your efforts with the power guide feature. The ClimbPro ascent planner also allows you to view your remaining ascent and grade when climbing without the need for a course.

You can classify your strengths as a cyclist, compare your cycling ability to the demands of a specific course, and get stamina insights while you ride so you can check if you have any gas left in the tank. The Edge 840 Solar also offers a simplified setup and streamlined interface, making it quick and easy to access the information, courses, and tools you need.

The Edge 840 Solar offers impressive battery life, with up to 32 hours when solar charged in direct sunlight with 75,000 lux. In battery saver mode, the battery life extends to up to 42 hours, and up to 60 hours with solar charging in direct sunlight. Additionally, during daytime rides, the solar charging feature can add up to 25 minutes per hour in battery saver mode, ensuring that you never run out of battery on long rides.

You can pair with your favorite apps and platforms through the Garmin Connect app on your smartphone, including Strava, Komoot, TrainingPeaks, and many more. Plus, with the Edge 840 Solar, you'll receive everything you need to get started, including the device, mounts, tether, USB-C cable, and documentation.