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Garmin Edge 1040 Solar computer £629.99 | 135g

Marking a distinct leap forward in Garmin’s cycling computer line-up, the Edge 1040 Solar is arguably the most comprehensive update since the launch of the Edge 1030 way back in 2017.

Headline changes include a massive refresh to the user interface, improved GPS accuracy, a new ‘Power Guide’ pacing function with ‘Real-time Stamina Insights’, and – of course – that headturning solar recharge functionality.

It’s clear that Garmin believes its strengths in a competitive market lie in the sheer amount of tech it has to offer. So let’s dig down into all those new features and see whether they can justify the £629.99 price tag and reaffirm

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