Garmin 1000 external battery

davegriffiths

Hi ,
I am planning a long ride of around 14 hours for next spring .Has anyone used an external battery back up suitable to keep my Garmin 1000 alive for the journey

Thanks Dave

shiznit76

yes, can buy external battery packs with usb connections for mobile phones that work. I got one for aboyt £15 off amazon that does a couply charges , well worth it

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00 ... UTF8&psc=1

davegriffiths

Thanks for the info ,just ordered one will give it a try

Cheers Dave

meursault

I got a small light one from Asda on offer about three quid. After finishing Cingles challenge on Ventoux (+ 12 hours) I had 100% charge left on Garmin 800.

ugo.santalucia

you need to make sure you have the right type of USB cable, one that doesn't turn off the device whilst it's charging