Edge 840 Solar

Product Overview

The Edge 840 Solar is a high-performance cycling computer featuring both touchscreen and button controls. Designed for serious cyclists, it combines advanced navigation, personalized coaching through Garmin Coach, and solar charging technology to keep you riding longer.

Key Battery & Charging Specs

• Solar Charging: Power Glass™ lens extends battery life by up to 25 minutes per hour in battery saver mode during daytime rides.

• Battery Life (Standard): Up to 32 hours in intense mode.

• Battery Life (Saver Mode): Up to 60 hours.

Top Features

• Dual Controls: Navigate via the responsive touchscreen or tactile buttons.

• Multi-Band GNSS: Enhanced positioning accuracy even in challenging environments (dense trees or urban canyons).

• ClimbPro Ascent Planner: View remaining ascent and grade during climbs without needing a pre-loaded course.

• Targeted Coaching: * Cycling Ability: Compare your skills to the demands of a specific course.

  • Power Guide: Recommends power targets throughout a course (requires compatible power meter).

  • Daily Suggested Workouts: Personalized ride suggestions based on your training load and VO2 max.

Performance & Training Insights

• Real-Time Stamina: Monitor how much energy you have left during your ride.

• Training Status: Evaluates performance indicators to show if you are training productively.

• Heat and Altitude Acclimation: See how your body adapts to different environments.

• MTB Dynamics: Track jump count, jump distance, hang time, Grit (difficulty), and Flow (smoothness).

Safety & Connectivity

• Awareness Tools: Compatible with Varia™ rearview radar and smart lights; features incident detection and a PIN-protected bike alarm.

• GroupRide: Stay connected with in-ride messaging, live locations, and incident alerts for the whole group.

• Navigation: Includes ride-specific maps, Trendline™ popularity routing, and road surface type alerts (e.g., unpaved roads).

• Smart Features: Receive texts/alerts on-screen, sync with indoor trainers, and use Garmin Share to swap courses/workouts with friends nearby.