Additionally, a new graphical interface allows users of Strava Live Segments to view in real time where they are on a segment in relation to their own PR, as well as their chosen ‘competitor’, while also showing what lies ahead in terms of gradient and distance.

This is in addition to all the usual refinements that consumers have grown used to seeing in Garmin Edge products, including live weather reporting and LiveTrack functionality, a familiar touchscreen interface with a larger and improved 3.5in screen that can be used in the wet or with gloves, use of the Connect IQ third party app system, incident detection, dual GPS and GLONASS satellite recognition, and a built-in altimeter and ANT+ and Bluetooth connectivity, as well as WiFi.

Vector 3 and 3S

Meanwhile, the Vector pedals have also seen a complete design overhaul that has jettisoned the old pod-style interface with a new fully-integrated setup.

Now, all the strain gauges and electronic components are housed inside the axle spindle housing itself, meaning the Vector 3s now resemble ordinary pedals.

As a result, it’s now easier than ever to switch the pedals from bike to bike – as easy as switching your normal pedals, in fact.

If you opt for the dual pedal option from the start, you’ll receive metrics from left-right balance, and accurate cycling dynamics that allow the rider to drill down into the dynamics of their pedalling technique, including the ability to detect whether the rider is in or out of the saddle, and how long for, and the phases of the pedal stroke. Meanwhile, Garmin also says that the pedals are accurate to an impressive +/- 1 per cent.

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However, as with the previous generation, you can opt to buy the Vector 3S single (left) pedal solution, and upgrade later by buying the opposing (right) pedal.

The system is fully compatible with Garmin’s own ecosystem, including the new Edge 1030, and can also communicate with third party devices via Bluetooth as well as ANT+.

Despite the remarkable slimming down, which is claimed to give greater ground clearance and reduced stack height, the pedals are still good for 120 hours of battery life, and are now capable of sporting a rider weight of up to 105kg, according Robinson, widening the pedal’s audience over the previous generation.

The new Vector 3 pedals will be available at an RRP of £849.99, the 3S single pedal for £499.99, while the right upgrade pedal to complete the system will by £399.99.