My new “edge” for training – The Garmin Edge GPS unit

You know I’m a gadget nut. That’s why the Edge 205 appeals to me. It’s a GPS receiver geared towards cyclists from Garmin. It measures speed, distance, time, calories burned and altitude, and records this data for review on your PC (Yes.. it works with macs, too.)

I did my weekly NBC-TV segment on this gizmo.

It interfaces with a terrific site called MotionBased and superimposes the route you just rode on a Map. You can overlay it on satellite images, get it into Google Earth and even click a button to play the route, showing your speed peaks and valleys.

It’s available online from many shops but it varies greatly, from $150-$250. There’s a more expensive Edge 305 model available that does heart beats and cadence for really serious cyclists. Check the auction links below for the best pricing. Just keep hitting refresh and it will bring up other offerings.