garmin edge 810 how to follow a course

by Joelle Rutherford Sr. 8 min read

I've created a course in Garmin Connect and uploaded to my Edge 810. After powering on my unit, I select the FOLDER icon, then Courses, then the course I wish to follow, and RIDE. I think I'm good to here.

Full Answer

What courses can I use with the edge 810?

The Edge 810 can use either a TCX Course, FIT Course, or GPX Track. A TCX Course has the advantage of embedding your planned route’s cuesheet.

Can I follow a saved course on Garmin Connect?

You can also follow a saved course, trying to match or exceed previously set performance goals. For example, if the original course was completed in 30 minutes, you can race against a Virtual Partner ® trying to complete the course in under 30 minutes. You can send a course from Garmin Connect to your device.

How do I embed a cuesheet in my Garmin Edge 810?

Open the Garmin folder located inside the Garmin drive. Click/drag the exported file from your desktop to the NewFiles folder. What File Format Should I Use? The Edge 810 can use either a TCX Course, FIT Course, or GPX Track. A TCX Course has the advantage of embedding your planned route’s cuesheet.

What file format should I use for my Garmin Edge 810?

What File Format Should I Use? The Edge 810 can use either a TCX Course, FIT Course, or GPX Track. A TCX Course has the advantage of embedding your planned route’s cuesheet. So, alongside Garmin’s dedicated navigation, you get beeps and text for each pre-planned cue entry in the cuesheet.

How do I follow a route on my Garmin Edge 810?

2:003:28How to navigate using a Garmin 810 - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipOnce you're near your location zoom. In to the exact point where you want to start the ride. Click.MoreOnce you're near your location zoom. In to the exact point where you want to start the ride. Click. And hold on the map to drag it round.

How do I follow a route on my Garmin Edge?

Following a Course From Garmin ConnectSelect an option: Open the Garmin Connect app. ... Create a new course, or select an existing course.Select an option: On the Garmin Connect app, select. ... Follow the on-screen instructions.On the Edge® device, select Menu > Navigation > Courses.Select the course.Select Ride.

Can you follow a course on Garmin Connect?

Follow the on-screen instructions. On the Edge® device, select Courses > Saved Courses. Select the course. Select Ride.

How do I search for courses on my Garmin?

How to Search for Workout Courses in the Garmin Connect AppOpen the Garmin Connect app.Access the menu. Android: Select (upper left) ... Select Training.Select Courses. Select. ... Select. ... Center the map on the desired area.Select a course icon on the map, then select the course name to view the course details.Select.

How do I use Garmin routes?

0:393:32How To Plan A Route Using Your Garmin - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipOnce you're done save your route and with your Garmin attached to your computer click on send toMoreOnce you're done save your route and with your Garmin attached to your computer click on send to device safely disconnect your Garmin from your computer. And now you will find that in the courses.

How do I map a ride on my Garmin?

Garmin Connect WebSign into Garmin Connect from a personal computer.Select. ... Select Training.Select Courses.Choose your map option from the upper right corner of the map.Select Create a Course (bottom left side of the map).Select a Course Type.Select a Drawing Method:More items...

How do I follow a route on strava Garmin?

Garmin offers the ability to sync routes from Strava to your Garmin device through Garmin Connect....Garmin Connect App InstructionsOpen the Garmin Connect app.Open the app menu. ... Select Settings.Select Connected Apps.Select Strava.Select Agree.Select Authorize.

How do I sync courses on Garmin Connect?

Steps to Send a Course to a Device Using the Garmin Connect AppOpen the Settings Menu. Android: Select. (upper left). iOS: Select More (lower right).Select Training.Select Courses.Choose the course that you want to send.Select the 3 dots in the top right.Select Send to Device.Select the device you want to send to.

How do I add a golf course to my Garmin?

Before you play a course for the first time, you must download it using the Garmin Connect™ app.From the Garmin Connect app, select Download Golf Courses > .Select a golf course.Select Download. After the course finishes downloading, it appears in the list of courses on your vívoactive® 3 device.

Quick Summary

Download and install Garmin Express to always get the last updates for your Edge 810 and to take advantage of our Auto-Sync feature.

Recommended Settings

If you want turn-by-turn directions and have base maps installed, the following settings on your Edge 810 will help (Settings accessible from Activity Profiles > (Your Profile) > Navigation > Routing:

How do I get the route onto my GPS?

For a more detailed example of how to get a route to your Edge 810, see Export Routes to Garmin Devices.

What File Format Should I Use?

The Edge 810 can use either a TCX Course, FIT Course, or GPX Track. A TCX Course has the advantage of embedding your planned route’s cuesheet. So, alongside Garmin’s dedicated navigation, you get beeps and text for each pre-planned cue entry in the cuesheet.

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