what is follow maps?
A map is a piece of paper with squiggly lines on it that tell you where you things are or where you want to go. But that's not important right now.
Roger, Roger.
I'm sorry if this is stupid, aren't there apps that do this?
OP wants to get away from using phone for tracking -
the big Qs come down to what do you want to see on the display - if it is directions, then 800 or 1000 series - if not 500 series will do...
i use my phone and it is in my pack or pocket - so never sure of cadence or speed, etc.....would be nice to have it - i have a hammerhead on order, so that will work for directions...
I'm sorry if this is stupid, aren't there apps that do this?
I have the 1000. Single best feature is Bluetooth uploading to Garmin connect and Strava. I never have to plug the thing into the computer. Maps are cool when going to a place like Ringwood. Battery life isn't quite as good as others though. I would def buy it again.