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Garmin Edge GroupTrack Rider to Rider Messaging

Some Edge models include a Rider to Rider Messaging feature that can be used with GroupTrack. This feature allows you to send preset messages to other riders in your GroupTrack session as long as they are also using a compatible Edge.


Compatible Edge Devices

  • Explore

  • 520 Plus

  • 530

  • 820

  • 830

  • 1030/1030 Plus

  • 1040/1040 Solar


To Send a Message During an Active Grouptrack Session:

  1. Scroll to the GroupTrack List data screen

  2. Select caption bubble

  3. Select the Recipients you'd like to message

  4. Select the Checkmark (bottom right)

  5. Select the desired preset message


To Reply to a Message During an Active Grouptrack Session:

  1. Select caption bubble on the Message Notification that you've received

  2. Select the desired preset message

After selecting the desired preset message a 5 second countdown will appear. If nothing is selected on this prompt the message will send once the 5 second countdown completes. Selecting the X during this 5 second countdown will cancel the message. Selecting the checkmark will dismiss the prompt and send the message. For more details on setting up GroupTrack or customizing your data screens, refer to your owner's manual and Related content below.

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