1. Grade data is grossly inaccurate on the Edge 1030. Climbs that are well known to be at 10-15% grade for over a mile register 6% or less on the 1030. I have checked the ports on the bottom side of the unit and there is no visible blockage. It was not raining during my test rides. Temperature was relatively stable. There is no case on the 1030 and the ports are not blocked by the Garmin mount or the bicycle. I confirmed the actual grade with an inclinometer and the Edge 1000. Both measure approximately the same grade while the 1030 understates significantly. And the Edge 1030 reacts to changes in grade much slower than the Edge 1000. Altitude and speed both report correctly on the Edge 1030.
2. Edge 1030 frequently disconnecting from and connecting to my iPhone 7+ during the rides. I had to turn off the alert sounds as it was getting annoying. I tried all three back jersey pockets - same issue.The Edge 1000 never exhibited this unless it was separated from the phone by approximately 30 feet or so, as would be expected.
3. Using PowerTap P1 dual pedals. Edge 1030 reports "Right power sensor missing" but it continues to report data from that sensor. This also happens on the Edge 1000 so it is not unique to the Edge 1030.
4. The display touchscreen is not sensitive enough, even with maximum sensitivity selected. I had full finger gloves on the ride today and it was difficult to select anything on the display. Shades of my experience with the Edge 820.
I will be contacting Garmin support tomorrow and will provide an update once I have spoken with them. I might have a bum unit but these sure "feel" like software issues.
