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[Firmware ChangeLog]: What's New in 31.30 Beta | Edge MTB

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Overview

Garmin has released Public Beta 31.30 for the Edge MTB cycling computer.

This beta is currently listed at 50% rollout and carries the same new 31.30 fix as the other Edge beta announcements from this cycle: a crash fix for location search.

Update Details

  • Device: Garmin Edge MTB
  • Software Version: 31.30 Beta
  • Announcement Date: May 28, 2026 (UTC)
  • Channel: Public Beta Program
  • Rollout Status: 50% rollout
  • Installation Path: Main Menu > System > About > Check For Updates
  • Official Announcement: Garmin Forums

What's New in Version 31.30 Beta?

Location Search Crash Fix

  • Fixed a crash when searching for locations.

The 31.30 changelog is intentionally short. Garmin's announcement also lists prior fixes from 31.29 and earlier, but the new item for this build is the location-search crash fix.

Why This Update Matters

Trail Planning Needs Search Reliability

For mountain biking, destination search can be useful before a ride, near a trailhead, or when checking navigation options around a trail system. A crash during search can slow down route setup and make the device feel less dependable.

Beta 31.30 is not a flashy update, but the fix is relevant to a real riding workflow.

A Practical Maintenance Release

The Edge MTB beta branch has recently received several stability fixes across course creation, Wi-Fi syncing, maps, Gear Tracking, Shimano eBike behavior, and timer overlays. Version 31.30 adds one more reliability fix to that chain.

For beta testers, these smaller releases can be worth installing because they reduce friction in everyday pre-ride setup.

Installation Instructions

To install the beta, make sure your Edge MTB is enrolled in the Garmin Public Beta Program and has a Wi-Fi network configured.

  1. Go to Main Menu
  2. Select System
  3. Select About
  4. Select Check For Updates
  5. If needed, scroll up and select Software Update 31.30 after it downloads

If the device displays "Collecting diagnostics...", Garmin asks users to upload the RAM dump from:

  • Menu > System > Diagnostics > Upload RAM Dump

Important Notes

  • Beta Software: Install only if you are comfortable testing pre-release firmware
  • Rollout: Garmin lists 31.30 at 50% rollout
  • Scope: The public 31.30 changelog includes one crash fix
  • Feedback: Use Garmin's beta reporting process for new issues

Conclusion

Garmin Edge MTB Beta 31.30 is a focused stability update. By fixing a location-search crash, it should make navigation setup and trail planning more dependable for enrolled beta testers.