Uploaded August 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
This week’s Garmin Edge update is a big one! Firmware 28.20 is now rolling out across the Edge 540, 840, 1040, 1050, and Edge MTB. All models are now unified under version 28.x, making firmware tracking much simpler.
Highlights Include:
➡️ Virtual Partner can finally be disabled (system-wide setting).
➡️ Edge 1050 gains all the new MTB features from the Edge MTB.
➡️ Improved sensor connectivity.
➡️ Clear temp files option + music control on EDGE MTB.
➡️ Plus the usual bug fixes and performance tweaks.
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Links:
Startup.txt How-To Video: youtube.com/watch?v=h3hRgYwraXs
Garmin Cycling Forums: bit.ly/2XVCoBY
Garmin Public Beta Information: bit.ly/3w8yMx9
Live Wind and Weather on your Garmin // WindField: youtu.be/1pAONWnjYOk
MapDashboard Connect IQ Field: youtu.be/HCb7OFJqUj8
MyBikeRadarTraffic ConectIQ Field: youtu.be/LkPFUGfw9VQ
Buy Garmin EDGE (Amazon US Links):
Garmin Edge 540: amzn.to/3Vh1g2Q
Garmin Edge 840: amzn.to/3oVTcsc
Garmin Edge 1030: amzn.to/2Xbv71e
Garmin Edge 1030 Plus: amzn.to/3pXzc5b
Garmin Edge 1040: amzn.to/3H0oD9Q
Garmin EDGE 1050: amzn.to/4d2MwvO
Garmin Edge 130 Plus: amzn.to/3cHj4yI
Garmin Edge Explore 2: amzn.to/3CVIlUr
Garmin Edge MTB: amzn.to/4mLIxtz
Buy Garmin Varia Radar (Amazon US Links):
Garmin Varia Radar Camera RCT715: amzn.to/3wqjBQy
Garmin Varia Radar Light RTL515: amzn.to/3gj7tXl
Garmin Varia Radar RVR315: amzn.to/3bsm1jN
😀 GPLAMA Channel Memberships 😀
A great way for people to support the channel: bit.ly/2CUXTaC
Video Index:
0:00 Intro
1:20 MTB Features on EDGE 1050
1:49 Map Drawing Performance
2:28 Misc Updates
3:47 Disable Virtual Partner
5:28 Misc Updates
8:17 Official 28.20 Changelog
10:35 Wrap Up
Disclosure: The Amazon links above are affiliate links. This means that, at zero cost to you, I will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. 👌🏼
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gplama.com
#Garmin #Cycling #GPS
This week’s Garmin Edge update is a big one! Firmware 28.20 is now rolling out across the Edge 540, 840, 1040, 1050, and Edge MTB. All models are now unified under version 28.x, making firmware tracking much simpler.
Highlights Include:
➡️ Virtual Partner can finally be disabled (system-wide setting).
➡️ Edge 1050 gains all the new MTB features from the Edge MTB.
➡️ Improved sensor connectivity.
➡️ Clear temp files option + music control on EDGE MTB.
➡️ Plus the usual bug fixes and performance tweaks.
✅ SUBSCRIBE to The GPLAMA YouTube Channel ✅
To be notified of new content: bit.ly/3aUph9W
Links:
Startup.txt How-To Video: youtube.com/watch?v=h3hRgYwraXs
Garmin Cycling Forums: bit.ly/2XVCoBY
Garmin Public Beta Information: bit.ly/3w8yMx9
Live Wind and Weather on your Garmin // WindField: youtu.be/1pAONWnjYOk
MapDashboard Connect IQ Field: youtu.be/HCb7OFJqUj8
MyBikeRadarTraffic ConectIQ Field: youtu.be/LkPFUGfw9VQ
Buy Garmin EDGE (Amazon US Links):
Garmin Edge 540: amzn.to/3Vh1g2Q
Garmin Edge 840: amzn.to/3oVTcsc
Garmin Edge 1030: amzn.to/2Xbv71e
Garmin Edge 1030 Plus: amzn.to/3pXzc5b
Garmin Edge 1040: amzn.to/3H0oD9Q
Garmin EDGE 1050: amzn.to/4d2MwvO
Garmin Edge 130 Plus: amzn.to/3cHj4yI
Garmin Edge Explore 2: amzn.to/3CVIlUr
Garmin Edge MTB: amzn.to/4mLIxtz
Buy Garmin Varia Radar (Amazon US Links):
Garmin Varia Radar Camera RCT715: amzn.to/3wqjBQy
Garmin Varia Radar Light RTL515: amzn.to/3gj7tXl
Garmin Varia Radar RVR315: amzn.to/3bsm1jN
😀 GPLAMA Channel Memberships 😀
A great way for people to support the channel: bit.ly/2CUXTaC
Video Index:
0:00 Intro
1:20 MTB Features on EDGE 1050
1:49 Map Drawing Performance
2:28 Misc Updates
3:47 Disable Virtual Partner
5:28 Misc Updates
8:17 Official 28.20 Changelog
10:35 Wrap Up
Disclosure: The Amazon links above are affiliate links. This means that, at zero cost to you, I will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. 👌🏼
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gplama.com
#Garmin #Cycling #GPS
![Shimano R8100-P Power Meter RETURNED // The Final Wash Up
I have always said as soon as Shimano make a power meter that works, thats EXACTLY what Id report on. Here is that report. The power meter from Shimano that works! BUT theres a catch. One that means this power meter is still one to avoid at all costs.
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Links:
GPLama Review of Firmware 4.2.0 for the R8100-P Power Meter: https://youtu.be/1KmpgWVgDs4
Shimano Responds.... and its not a good look for them: https://youtu.be/R2v7bLiZB90
Firmware Update to Improve the Power Meter Accuracy (Shimano Official): https://bit.ly/49lRWRX
GPLama Shimano R9200-P Review: https://youtu.be/2xuAPFWL6LM
GPLama Stages R9200 Dual Review: https://youtu.be/H1YxXidWZc4
GPLama Stages R8100 Dual Review: https://youtu.be/yNv0bdyhS2Y
Keith Wakeham Shimano Meter Analysis Video: https://youtu.be/Zwt4Bx_FGHU
GPLama Shimano Power Meter Report (2019): https://bit.ly/3Ct5sS4
Shimano R8100-P Technical Specifications:
● Shimano Hollowtech II Crankset.
● Type: Dual Sided Meter.
● Power Accuracy ±2.0%
● ANT+ [Bicycle Power]: Power, Cadence, Left/Right Power Balance, Torque Effectiveness, Pedal Smoothness, Battery Level.
● Bluetooth ® LE [Cycling Power]: Power, Cadence, Left/Right Power Balance, Battery Level.
● ANT+ / Bluetooth ® LE [Force Vector]: Power, Cadence, Left/Right Power Balance, Pedalling Efficiency, Force vector, Battery level. *Only on supported head units.
● Active Temperature Compensation.
● Battery: Internal / Rechargeable / 300h+ runtime.
● USB charging (Same charge cable as 12spd Di2)
● Weight: 172.5mm 790g (Measured in the Lama Lab)
● E-Tube iOS & Android™ Management App / Configuration / Firmware Updates.
● Other: Status LED. Control Button (Status/Zero Offset).
#Cycling #Shimano #PowerMeter
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