- Is the Edge 1040 Solar worth it over the Edge 840?
- If you want the largest screen and solar charging for long rides, yes. The 840 is smaller and cheaper but has a smaller display and no solar lens.
- How much does solar charging actually add?
- Garmin rates the solar lens for meaningful extra runtime in direct sun, but gains are small in cloud or shade. Treat it as a bonus, not a replacement for charging.
- Does it work with power meters and radar?
- Yes. It pairs with ANT+ and Bluetooth sensors including power meters, heart rate straps, speed and cadence sensors, and Garmin Varia radar.
- Can I load my own routes and maps?
- Yes. It supports routable maps, GPX course loading and navigation, and you can add maps through Garmin's software.
- Is the touchscreen usable with gloves?
- It has physical buttons as a backup, and many riders use those in rain or with gloves when the touchscreen is less responsive.
- What is in the box?
- The standard unit ships with the computer, out-front and stem mounts, and a charging cable. Check the bundle you choose for sensors.
- Where is the Garmin Edge 1040 Solar Bike Computer cheapest?
- At Amazon, for $572.99, 18% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Garmin Edge 1040 Solar Bike Computer?
- 15 stores we checked sell it, including Ebikechoose, Best Buy, Wheat Ridge Cyclery, SX Collective, BikeTiresDirect.com.