Magellan sets a new standard in cycling with the Cyclo 500 Series

Wireless synching, dedicated cycling navigation and routing on Cyclo 500, Cyclo 505 and Cyclo 505HC

Magellan has launched another world first and added to its stellar line-up of dedicated cycling devices with the introduction the Cyclo 500 Series – which are set to improve the daily or weekend ride for millions of Australian cyclists. The Cyclo 500, Cyclo 505 and Cyclo 505HC are designed especially for Australian cyclists and introduce a number of Australian-firsts, such as pre-loaded, dedicated Australia and New Zealand bike tracks and navigation, wireless uploading using built in WiFi and sharing of data through “Shake and Share”, and a new “Surprise Me” feature where your Cyclo device will offer you a selection of routes to choose from based on the time, difficulty or distance you want to ride.

“The latest figures from Bicycle Industries Australia reveal that more than 10 per cent of the Australian population is cycling and on top of that, 1.4 million bicycles were sold last financial year.  Among them is our Magellan product and marketing team, made up of incredibly keen cyclists, who understand what people like them want and need, and as a result we have developed a dedicated device loaded with Australian firsts. They’re packed with useful features to suit every type of cyclist – from mountain bikers and off road cyclists, road warriors, recreational cyclists who cycle for fun or fitness, commuters who ride to or from work every day and families looking for an easy and safe ride on the weekend,” said Paris Basson, brand manager, Magellan Australia/New Zealand.

“The Cyclo 500 series is the first in Australia to come preloaded with bike specific tracks, bike centric turn-by-turn navigation and points of interest information such as bicycle repair shops from map provider HERE™. Data is collected from reliable sources such as Bicycling Australia to ensure you are guided safely along bike-friendly routes, transitioning seamlessly from streets with bike paths to independent bike paths. Depending on your bike type, you may also be taken along bike-friendly off road bike paths too. Riders also have the alternative option of using Open Street maps that come preloaded on the device.”

The stylish Cyclo 500 range offer a three-inch, colour, fully customisable, toughened glass touch screen that is water-resistant (IPX7) and can measure all aspects of your performance  – including calories burnt, speed, distance, laps, time, heart rate and cadence (Cyclo 505 and Cyclo 505HC). The rechargeable lithium-ion battery last up to 12 hours on a full charge. The Cyclo 505 and Cyclo 505HC come with a built-in ANT+ sensor so you can track and measure even more aspects of your ride by pairing with any ANT+ compatible heart rate monitor, cadence sensor or power meter.

Built-in WiFi makes uploading your new tracks a breeze – simply press the “WiFi sync” button when connected to wireless internet, and any saved routes on your device and data from your ride is automatically synced to your Magellan Cyclo account, even when your computer is switched off. Your Magellan Cyclo account also allows for seamless and automatic sharing with other third party sites including Strava, TrainingPeaks and Facebook.

Other features of the Cyclo 500 range include:

• Surprise Me feature – Giving you two to three routes to choose from based on time, distance and difficulty you want to ride;
• Turn-by-turn route guidance so you know where you are going at all times;
• A handy backtrack feature so you can track your ride and follow it back to your starting point;
• G-sensor/accelerometer which detects when you are moving and prompts you to start recording;
• A Shake and Share feature which allows you to share tracks wireless with other Cyclo 505 and 505HC users. Simply shake the device alongside another Cyclo device and the route is wirelessly transferred;
• Barometric altimeter for accurate elevation information;
• Magellan heart rate monitor, cadence and speed sensor kit with the Cyclo 505HC.

The Magellan Cyclo Series will be available in all major retailers from November 2013. For a full list of stockists or further information, please visit www.magellangps.com.au.

Recommended retail prices:

Cyclo 500                             $379

Cyclo 505                             $399

Cyclo 505HC                       $479 (includes HR monitor, cadence/speed sensor kit)