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Garmin USB ANT Stick for Garmin Fitness Devices
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Purchase options and add-ons
- USB ANT Stick for Compatible Garmin fitness devices
- USB ANT Stick
- Garmin USB ANT Stick
- Plugs Into Computer's USB Port
- Automatically Receives Activity Data When Compatible Fitness Device Is Within Range
- Allows Access To Garmin(r) Training Center--software To Analyze Activities and Create Workouts
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Garmin USB ANT Stick for Garmin Fitness Devices
Transfer workout data seamlessly to our web-based community with this USB ANT Stick.Simply plug the stick into your computer's USB port, and it will automatically receive your activity data when your compatible fitness device is within range.
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Product Dimensions | 5 x 5 x 1 inches |
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Item Weight | 0.811 ounces |
ASIN | B00CM381SQ |
Item model number | 010-01058-00 |
Batteries | 1 Product Specific batteries required. |
Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #131 in GPS Chargers & Cables |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Connectivity technologies | USB |
Other display features | Wireless |
Whats in the box | Garmin Ant Stick |
Manufacturer | Garmin |
Country of Origin | Taiwan |
Date First Available | May 3, 2013 |
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Product Description
Plug the ANT Stick into your computer's USB port and it will automatically receive your activity data when your compatible fitness device is within range. You can transfer your data directly to Garmin Connect (a web-based community of Garmin users who track, explore and share activities) or Garmin Training Center (software to analyze activities and create workouts).
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Customers like the ease of use and quality of the GPS. For example, they say it's easy to setup and works flawlessly. Some are happy with the connectivity. That said, some complain about the signal drop. Opinions are mixed on range, value, responsiveness, and size.
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Customers like the quality of the product. They say it works well, pairs well, and starts up perfectly every time. Customers also say it's a great company that makes quality products. They mention that it'll work with their Edge 510 outdoors and is barely noticeable in the USB port.
"I misplaced my old ANT stick; this new one worked perfectly with my old Forerunner." Read more
"...extension cable and placing it right under my smart trainer has worked flawlessly. Super easy to set up and very convenient." Read more
"...It's perfect there, never losing the signal and starting up perfectly every time...." Read more
"Good buy. works well. consider buying a refurb before paying full price" Read more
Customers like the connectivity of the product. They say they have had no issues pairing it with Garmin speed and cadence sensors. They also say it connects pretty well most of the time, and all three connect instantly without problems. Customers say their running watch quickly syncs with GarMIN Express and makes the whole operation much less frustrating. They mention that the sensors paired easily and synchronize each time without issues. They haven't had any compatibility or connection problems.
"...The connection with the Smart Trainer was also stable...." Read more
"...I've never had any issues with communication between the HRM and the ANT+ stick...." Read more
"...510, but now it appears that the Ant Stick I have here does not connect to my Edge 510...." Read more
"...I do not use an extension cord, it receives data just fine being plugged directly into side of laptop." Read more
Customers find the installation and setup of the GPS adapter to be super simple. They say it connects to the sensors easily the first time, and the drivers are auto installed. Some mention that the USB device installs on the first try and immediately syncs up with their ANT devices.
"...Super easy to set up and very convenient." Read more
"...This thing is super easy to use. Just plug it in, start riding and it automatically picks up the sensors...." Read more
"...The Garmin stick is a bit pricey, but installed easily and has worked well, even after installed on the USB2 extender cable. Recommended." Read more
"...a little bit kludgy when I was putting it all together, but it came together easily and works great." Read more
Customers are mixed about the size of the GPS or navigation system. Some mention that it works perfectly and is small and compact, while others say that it's not the size a standard USB stick.
"...When you plug this into your computer (keyboard in my case), it is so small that it almost disappears...." Read more
"...Small, so I can leave it connected unless I need that USB port......Which leads me to the design flaw...." Read more
"...The device itself is tiny, equivalent to a "thumbnail" drive profile...." Read more
"...Absolutely recommend this ANT+ because of ease of use. It is very small which makes it easy to just leave in my computer without it getting in the..." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the value of the navigation system. Some mention that it's worth the $50 to replace, while others say that it was a waste of time and money.
"...It is good. The price is lower than the similar product offered by Tacx but works without doing anything...." Read more
"...The Garmin stick is a bit pricey, but installed easily and has worked well, even after installed on the USB2 extender cable. Recommended." Read more
"Good buy. works well. consider buying a refurb before paying full price" Read more
"...the price point, this is a little too expensive for just a dongle..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the responsiveness of the GPS stick. Some mention that it works perfectly, and is detected more quickly than the old one. However, others say that their computer would not detect the stick.
"...plug in to my laptop running Windows 7 and it was automatically recognized and started functioning...." Read more
"...However, eventually in both instances of failure, my laptop stops recognizing the stick...." Read more
"...Plugged it into my MacBook Pro and Zwift recognized it instantly. I have had no issues pairing it with Garmin speed and cadence sensors...." Read more
"...the stick into the USB port, logged into Zwift and all of my sensors were instantly recognized without having to install any additional software or..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the range of the navigation system. Some mention that the range seems to be pretty good, while others say that it's abysmal.
"...Nothing to configure, nothing to do other than ride. The range of ANT+ is pretty bad compared to bluetooth, but that's not the fault of this dongle,..." Read more
"...I like the small profile and the range seems to be pretty good." Read more
"For how expensive this is I'm surprised that it has both very limited range and the connection drops out constantly...." Read more
"...The range is really good and setup is super simple.The drivers need to be download from garmin as they do not ship with it." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the signal drop of the navigation system. They mention that the signal and data readout drops fairly frequently, the dongle's connectivity will flicker, and it disconnects more often. Some say that the device is prone to wireless interference from other electronics and the intervals of usability diminish quickly.
"...with the stick I can get it to work again, but the intervals of usability diminish rather quickly, and eventually no matter how many times I remove..." Read more
"...That Just kept dropping at important times, especially during Long training sessions on zwift. That got old really quick and very frustrating...." Read more
"...It's perfect there, never losing the signal and starting up perfectly every time...." Read more
"...and b) the fact that it is subject to wireless interference from other electronics...." Read more
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This thing is super easy to use. Just plug it in, start riding and it automatically picks up the sensors. Nothing to configure, nothing to do other than ride. The range of ANT+ is pretty bad compared to bluetooth, but that's not the fault of this dongle, it's inherent to the standard. Consequently, I put this dongle on the end of a USB extension cable and dropped it right under my crank. It's perfect there, never losing the signal and starting up perfectly every time.
This is a must have if you are using any online trainer app and have Garmin sensors.
My setup is as follows:
- LG Google Nexus 5 phone (Android 4.4)
- ANT+ Drivers (free download from the Play store)
- Endomondo fitness app
- USB OTG 6" cable adaptor
- Garmin USB ANT+ Stick
- Garmin soft-strap ANT+ Heart Rate Monitor
Using this combination I can get accurate HRM integration for my runs. I've never had any issues with communication between the HRM and the ANT+ stick.
The device itself is tiny, equivalent to a "thumbnail" drive profile. The four contact leads are fully exposed and there is not a full shield surrounding the plug area so I would have some concerns if I was constantly plugging/unplugging this from a computer. For my circumstances it was a one-time plugin. The device is not really designed for being used outdoors so if you are using it with a mobile device as I am then you will need to cover the connection or keep it inside a case. I applied some waterproof heatshrink around the ANT+ stick/USB OTG cable connection and it's worked without issue in light rain.
I'm investigating getting the Garmin Foot Pod (for ANT+) to integrate a stride sensor into my workout. If I do I'll report back with my results.