Your MARQ® (Gen 2) watch has been a statement piece designed for your passions. Whether you’re an athlete, golfer, pilot, sea lover or adventurer, it’s been a premium tool built to support you while looking great on your wrist.

Now you’re wondering if it’s time to upgrade to MARQ (Gen 3). With a larger display, built-in speaker and microphone, integrated LED flashlight, worldwide mapping, address search and new inReach® connectivity, the latest MARQ collection adds capabilities that can make a real difference both on and off the grid.

Keep reading as we break down the biggest differences between MARQ (Gen 2) and MARQ (Gen 3).

Refined design and new hardware

For adventurers in pursuit of excellence, the Garmin MARQ collection sets the standard for purpose-built luxury smartwatches forged from premium materials. MARQ (Gen 3) builds on that foundation with a refined design that’s slimmer, more durable and more comfortable to wear every day. Crafted to withstand the most rugged conditions with materials like titanium, ceramic, and sapphire, it looks just as good at dinner as it does on your next adventure.

Each MARQ model still includes details inspired by its intended pursuit, helping it feel unique while staying true to the collection’s high-end look and feel.

MARQ (Gen 3) also introduces several upgrades you’ll notice right away. A larger 1.4-inch AMOLED display makes information easier to read at a glance, while a built-in speaker and microphone add convenience throughout the day. There’s also an integrated LED flashlight with microlensing, giving you quick access to improved visibility when you need it most.

Stay connected beyond cell coverage

For those who spend time exploring beyond the reach of traditional networks, MARQ (Gen 3) adds an extra layer of confidence and peace of mind with the addition of built-in inReach connectivity¹.

With LTE connectivity enabled, users can stay connected while on the go by sending and receiving messages, making calls and sharing their location with friends and family through LiveTrack. When adventures extend beyond cellular coverage, built-in inReach technology provides access to two-way satellite messaging, location sharing and SOS services through Garmin Response, our 24/7-staffed emergency coordination center.

Smarter navigation

MARQ (Gen 3) brings point-to-point navigation to your wrist with a new address search feature and worldwide preloaded maps.

Simply enter an address directly on the watch and receive guidance to your destination. It’s a simple addition, but one that can make a big difference when traveling somewhere new or navigating an unfamiliar area.

Introducing MARQ Diver

MARQ (Gen 3) also introduces a new addition to the collection: MARQ Diver. Designed for those who spend time on or around the water, it combines a refined marine-inspired design with specialized boating and diving features.

Its arrival also marks an important milestone for the MARQ family. For the first time, every MARQ (Gen 3) model features leakproof buttons and is rated for dives up to 40 meters, bringing added protection and peace of mind wherever the day leads.

Is it time to upgrade?

If you’ve enjoyed the craftsmanship and performance of MARQ (Gen 2), MARQ (Gen 3) delivers meaningful upgrades across the board.

Whether you’re upgrading for the added connectivity, improved navigation or enhanced everyday convenience, MARQ (Gen 3) is designed to help you get even more from your watch. Explore our newest additions to the MARQ family and discover the luxury watch designed for your passion.

¹_{Active plan required; LTE network coverage is not available in all regions. Satellite connection and SOS functionality on this device have important limitations compared to other inReach devices that could affect the performance of connected features, making them unavailable in certain situations. Check Garmin.com/marqfeaturerequirements for requirements and limitations and to see which services are accessible in your area — or in areas to where you may be traveling to ensure the performance, coverage, and service levels of this device are suitable for your intended use.}

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Gifts for the go-getter

Forerunner® 70/170: GPS running smartwatches

With personalized beginner-friendly training plans and advanced training metrics, these GPS running smartwatches can help them reach their goals. They feature bright, colorful displays, 80+ built-in sports apps and optional music right on their wrist.

Forerunner 970: Premium GPS running and triathlon smartwatch

Purpose-built for performance-driven athletes, this GPS running smartwatch features a bright, colorful display, plus advanced training and recovery features — as well as a built-in flashlight and enhanced navigation.

HRM 600: Heart rate monitor

This premium heart rate monitor provides accurate heart rate and expanded running dynamics¹ — plus stand-alone activity recording.

Varia RearVue 820: Advanced rearview radar and tail light

It’s our most powerful and precise radar yet, with a wider field of view for more reliable alerts. This tail light offers up to 2 kilometer of visibility and has a brake light that shows when the rider is slowing or stopping.

Varia Vue: Cycling headlight and 4K camera

Upgrade their ride with this headlight camera² that records 4K video (requires memory card; not included) and shows them the way with up to 600 lumens of light intensity.

Edge® 550 | 850: Cycling computers

These compact GPS cycling computers feature vivid color displays, performance insights, training guidance, smart fueling alerts³ and more. Edge 550 features rugged buttons, while Edge 850 includes buttons and a touchscreen display.

Rally 110 | 210: Power meter pedals

Let them track their performance with these single- and dual-sensing power meter pedals that provide accurate power data and can be easily swapped between our road and off-road pedal bodies.

TrainingPeaks Virtual: Indoor cycling app

Train together in an immersive indoor cycling platform built to deliver real results. They’ll get structured workouts, realistic racing and the freedom to ride any course, anytime. Plus, seamlessly sync with TrainingPeaks and the Garmin Connect app to turn every indoor ride into measurable, real-world fitness gains.

Gifts for the mindful mover

Venu® 4: Premium health and fitness GPS smartwatch

They’ve got goals and want an on-wrist coach to guide them toward a healthier lifestyle. This advanced smartwatch with an AMOLED display, metal design and built-in flashlight is it.

CIRQA Smart Band: Screenless health and fitness tracker

Track all day. Look later. This discreet, screenless smart band provides advanced 24/7 health monitoring⁴ as well as fitness features with no subscription required. It’s available with a variety of comfortable and stylish fabric bands.

vívoactive® 6: Health and fitness GPS smartwatch

Featuring a bright, colorful display and purpose-built health and fitness features, this smartwatch gives them the tools and insights they need to know their body better.

Lily® 2 Active: Small fashion smartwatch

This small, stylish smartwatch has built-in GPS and essential health, fitness and smartwatch features to help them feel good — inside and out.

Index Sleep Monitor: Smart sleep band

Give them a more comprehensive view of their sleep and recovery with this lightweight smart band that tracks their sleep⁴ while maximizing comfort.

Gifts for the outdoor enthusiast

fēnix® 9 | 9 Pro: Premium multisport GPS smartwatch

Built for serious athletes and adventurers, these premium multisport GPS smartwatches thrive on turning effort into achievement. They feature advanced training and performance features, rugged designs and optional inReach® technology⁵.

tactix® 8: Premium tactical GPS smartwatch

They’re built for the mission. They need a smartwatch that is too. Give them the ultimate tactical smartwatch with an AMOLED display or solar charging lens.

Instinct® 3: Rugged GPS smartwatch

Help them take on their next adventure with this rugged GPS smartwatch featuring a super tough design, solar charging lens or AMOLED display and a bold look all its own.

Descent Mk3 | Mk3i: Premium watch-style dive computers

These advanced dive computers and smartwatches help them make the most of their diving experience with optional SubWave sonar-based communication and air integration⁶. Plus, get multisport training and smart features for their life out of the water.

Descent X30: Rugged dive computer

This dive computer features a vibrant 2.4″ display and a housing and bezel made with recycled ocean-bound plastics. With 4 large metal buttons, long battery life and support for multiple dive profiles, it’s perfect for their next dive.

Approach® G82: Launch monitor and premium GPS golf handheld

This portable launch monitor and premium GPS golf handheld features a built-in radar to track club head speed, ball speed, smash factor, swing tempo, estimated distance and putting stroke tempo. It also has 43,000+ preloaded courses with our full suite of golf features.

Approach S72: Premium GPS golf smartwatch

Our most advanced golf smartwatch features a lightweight titanium bezel, ComfortFit fabric band and 43,000+ preloaded courses with the data they need to help lower their score. Plus, they can look back after the round to analyze all their metrics.

inReach® Mini 3 Plus: SOS satellite communicator

Stay connected with this rugged SOS satellite communicator⁵ featuring a color touchscreen display and built-in speaker and microphone, plus the ability to send texts, photos and voice messages⁷ with an active plan.

GPSMAP® H1i Plus: Premium GPS handheld

Journey out with added peace of mind, thanks to built-in inReach® technology⁵on this rugged GPS handheld navigator, which provides phone-free text, photo and voice messaging. Plus, enjoy preloaded maps and incredible battery life.

Gifts for the road runner

Garmin Dash Cam X Series: Premium dash cameras

For drivers who want an eyewitness on the road, these voice-controlled dash cameras record up to 4K ultra HD video⁸ and include a Garmin Clarity polarizer lens, so they’ll see all the important video details.

Tread® 2: Powersport navigator

This rugged, glove-friendly 6″ off-road navigator helps them find a path through dirt, snow, rain and more with turn-by-turn navigation⁹ for unpaved roads and trails.

Garmin Drive Series: GPS navigators

From road trips to daily commutes, these sleek, modern GPS navigators can get them to their destination with ease via high-resolution, ultrawide displays.

zūmo® XT3: Motorcycle navigator

From the road to the track, this motorcycle navigator enhances every corner, chicane and straightaway. It’s built to withstand extreme weather and handlebar vibration, and features detailed maps, route planning, group tracking and more.

Gifts for the aquatic adventurer

quatix® 8 Pro: Premium marine GPS smartwatch

This high-performance nautical smartwatch features a stunning AMOLED display, titanium bezel and built-in LED flashlight — alongside helpful tools for life on and off the water, including inReach® technology¹⁰ for satellite and LTE connectivity.

Garmin OnBoard System: Engine cutoff system

Built so they can move freely and boat confidently, the Garmin OnBoard system uses wireless tags instead of traditional tethered cords to kill the engine during an overboard emergency.

ECHOMAP Ultra 2 16″: Chartplotter

Designed with the serious angler in mind, this 16″ chartplotter with a full HD resolution display brings the ultimate in big-picture clarity, brightness and readability to their navigation mapping and sonar returns.

Spy Pole: Motorized sonar control

Let them take full command of their sonar with this revolutionary motorized control for LiveScope and GT360UHD transducers. Spy Pole can initiate a 360-degree scan of the water and give them full control of their LiveScope with smart control modes.

LiveScope 2 HD: Live sonar transducer

They’ve never seen live-scanning sonar of this clarity. This transducer offers increased resolution, integrated image stabilization and improved stitching, so they’ll clearly see fish and lures.

JL Audio® A60 Stereo: Marine head unit

Enjoy high-quality audio on the open water with this sleek marine head unit featuring a 2.95″ high-resolution color display. It includes built-in Digital Signal Processing technology that optimizes their listening experience to reduce noise, distortion and interference.

JL Audio® M200: Marine speakers and subwoofers

These speakers and subwoofers are designed to enhance their experience on the water with clean and powerful sound. They’re available in a variety of sizes and feature optional RGB LED lighting to add extra atmosphere to every note.

Gifts for the sky seeker

D2 Mach 2 | 2 Pro: Premium aviator smartwatches

Designed for life in the world of flight, these aviator smartwatches combine classic styling with bright AMOLED touchscreen displays, advanced flight mapping, voice commands, a built-in LED flashlight and optional inReach® technology¹¹ for LTE and satellite connectivity.

D2 Air X15: Premium aviator smartwatch

This aviator smartwatch helps them fly through the day with GPS Direct-to navigation, aviation weather information¹², a built-in LED flashlight, voice commands and multiple health and fitness features.

Gifts for the curious kid

Bounce 2: Kids smartwatch

Delay a smartphone purchase with this kids smartwatch that helps their child stay active while also allowing for calling, texting and location tracking¹³.

Approach® J1: Kids golf watch

This GPS golf watch is made to help junior golfers learn and improve. It features a slim, lightweight design and simplified interface that focuses on the most important information, based on how they play.

Gifts for the hardcore hobbyist

Blaze: Equine wellness system

This easy-to-use tail wrap and sensor gives them insights into their horse’s health and fitness so they can make more informed decisions around well-being and training. They can even see real-time stats on their smartphone or Garmin smartwatch with the Blaze app.

Approach® R50: Premium golf launch monitor and simulator

Give them a tee time anytime with this premium golf launch monitor and simulator, featuring a 10″ built-in color touchscreen and precision metrics captured by 3 high-speed cameras.

Xero® L60i: Laser rangefinder

This revolutionary rangefinder lets them see their target with a full-color, high-resolution graphic display overlay and razor-sharp optics featuring 7X magnification. It includes navigation features, onboard ballistics and ranging of animals out to 1,500 yards.

Alpha® LTE: Dog tracker

This LTE-enabled dog tracker attaches to a dog’s collar and allows their movements to be tracked on a compatible smartphone (active plan required).

Give a Garmin this season and browse our complete collection of offerings.

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³_{When paired with compatible power meter and heart rate monitor}

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⁵_{Active plan required; LTE network coverage is not available in all regions. Satellite connection and SOS functionality on this device have important limitations compared to other inReach devices that could affect the performance of connected features, making them unavailable in certain situations. Check Garmin.com/fenix9profeaturerequirements for requirements and limitations and to see which services are accessible in your area — or in areas to where you may be traveling to ensure the performance, coverage and service levels of this device are suitable for your intended use.}

⁶_{Additional equipment (sold separately) and device pairing required}

⁷_{Photo and voice messaging requires use of the Garmin Messenger app on your compatible smartphone}

⁸_{Some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit use of the camera function of this device. It is your responsibility to know and comply with applicable laws and rights to privacy in jurisdictions where you plan to use the camera function of this device.}

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¹⁰_{Active plan required; LTE network coverage is not available in all regions, e.g., satellite coverage up to 50 miles offshore. Satellite connection and SOS functionality on this device have important limitations compared to other inReach devices that could affect the performance of connected features, making them unavailable in certain situations. Check Garmin.com/quatix8profeaturerequirements for requirements and limitations and to see which services are accessible in your area — or in areas to where you may be traveling to ensure the performance, coverage and service levels of this device are suitable for your intended use.}

¹¹_{Active plan required; LTE network coverage is not available in all regions. Not for use in-flight. Satellite connection and SOS functionality on this device have important limitations compared to other inReach devices that could affect the performance of connected features, making them unavailable in certain situations. Check Garmin.com/d2mach2profeaturerequirements for requirements and limitations and to see which services are accessible in your area — or in areas to where you may be traveling to ensure the performance, coverage and service levels of this device are suitable for your intended use}

¹²_{When paired with your smartphone, with a data connection, and in range of Bluetooth® technology}

¹³_{To use LTE features on each device, an active plan and LTE connectivity are required; see LTE coverage area at Garmin.com/bounce2ltecoverage}

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We all keep a close eye on our smartphone notifications to stay connected to family, friends and whoever else might need to get ahold of us. But you don’t always need to be glued to your phone to stay connected. With a Garmin smartwatch, you can keep an eye on your notifications without your phone ever leaving your pocket.

Staying connected

Compatible with either your Apple^® or Android smartphone, you can get a lot when you pair with a Garmin smartwatch. In addition to next-level battery life, activity profiles for just about any sport and advanced physiological data tracking, your Garmin smartwatch makes it easy to stay connected to what matters with a flick of the wrist.

Receive notifications

Any notification you allow, such as texts, calls, calendar reminders and emails, will go from your phone straight to your watch. If you have an Android, you can even respond directly to messages from select watches using our predetermined response options. And select smartwatches, like Venu^® 4, come with a built-in speaker and mic so you can take and make calls from your watch or use your paired smartphone’s voice assistant to send text messages, ask questions and more.

Find your phone

Skip the panicked feeling you get when you realize your phone isn’t on you. Instead, use your connected Garmin smartwatch to sound an alarm from your phone with the Find My Phone feature. Follow the sound and quickly track your device down.

Added peace of mind

Garmin smartwatch users can use LiveTrack, fall detection¹ (only on Venu 4), incident detection¹ and the assistance feature to help provide peace of mind for family and friends.

LiveTrack keeps a real-time view of your location during a GPS activity so your preselected contacts can see where you are when you venture out for your next jog. If you choose to share the information with them, they’ll be able to see your current location, the duration of the activity, the distance you’ve traveled, your heart rate and more. Learn more about LiveTrack on our support page.

For all-day or activity-specific monitoring, Venu 4 users can enable fall detection¹. If your Venu 4 smartwatch detects a fall, it can send a message¹ with your live location (if available) to designated assistance contacts. 

With incident detection, an automated message including your name and GPS location (if available) will be sent to designated assistance contacts if your watch detects an incident. To utilize this feature, pair the Garmin Connect app with your smartphone.

Those in need of help can manually activate the assistance feature. Whether you’re in the middle of an activity or not, you can manually notify your designated assistance contacts with a message that includes your name, LiveTrack link and GPS location (if available).

Garmin smartwatches that include inReach^® connectivity for LTE and satellite coverage allow users to communicate with loved ones back home². Once connected to the LTE network, send up to 30-second voice messages as well as make or answer phone calls from your smartwatch to users with a compatible smartwatch or those who are Garmin Messenger app users. For support from Garmin Response℠, a 24/7 international emergency coordination center², activate an SOS alert on your smartwatch or Garmin Messenger app.

Tracking your health and fitness

Garmin Connect also includes your health and fitness data in one place so you can easily view the metrics your watch is tracking and access additional features such as Garmin Coach plans and workouts. Plus, help meet your nutrition goals through tracking and logging with a Garmin Connect+ plan.

Ready to stay connected without staring at your phone screen all day? Explore Garmin smartwatch offerings to find the wearable that’s meant for you.

¹_{When paired with your smartphone; see Garmin.com/ble. For safety and tracking feature requirements and limitations, see Garmin.com/safety.}

²_{Active plan required; LTE network coverage is not available in all regions. Satellite connection and SOS functionality on this device have important limitations compared to other inReach devices that could affect the performance of connected features, making them unavailable in certain situations. Check Garmin.com/fenix9profeaturerequirements for requirements and limitations and to see which services are accessible in your area — or in areas to where you may be traveling to ensure the performance, coverage and service levels of this device are suitable for your intended use.}

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Let’s be honest: Outdoor running is great for your mind and body, but you may lead a busy life and only have time to run when it’s dark out. Or maybe you’re training for a longer race, such as a 10K, and your routes lead you away from home.

That’s why our running watches have safety-enhancing features such as LiveTrack, fall detection (fall detection only available on Venu^® 4), incident detection and assistance. Plus, with LTE connectivity on select wearables, you can remain connected — even without your phone¹.

What is LiveTrack?

LiveTrack creates a real-time view of your location when you’re out running or doing any GPS-based activity so friends and family can follow along wherever you are. This is a great way for your biggest fans to cheer you on every step of the way on race day, but it also helps give you and your loved ones peace of mind while you’re training.

To start a LiveTrack session, pair your compatible Garmin device with the Garmin Connect app and enable LiveTrack for your GPS-based activity. When you select Auto Start, all future timed activities on that device will automatically start a LiveTrack session and can be sent via email to designated contacts. With a Garmin Connect+ plan, your friends and family can be notified via text when you start an activity on a compatible device. You can also create a personalized LiveTrack profile page where followers can view a map with the current location of your phone or LTE-connected device (if available).

How do fall detection, incident detection and assistance work?

Fall detection, incident detection and assistance features can send alerts to your friends and family when you need help. These features offer a couple of ways to get in contact with your loved ones. To utilize these features, pair your smartphone with a Garmin GPS-enabled device and ensure you’re in an area with cell coverage.

Fall detection

Looking for a safety-enhancing feature with all-day monitoring? Venu 4 users can enable fall detection to track throughout the day or for specific activities such as running, walking or cycling. If your Venu 4 smartwatch detects a fall, your smartwatch can send a message² with your location (if available) to your 3 designated assistance contacts.

Incident detection

If your Garmin running watch detects an incident during an activity, your paired smartphone or your fēnix^® 8 or fēnix® 9 Pro Premium GPS smartwatch can send an automated message through Garmin Connect with your name and GPS location (if available) to up to 3 assistance contacts when enabled.

Before the message is sent, you’ll receive a notification on your smartwatch or paired smartphone that your designated assistance contacts will be notified within 30 seconds. You can cancel the automated message if help isn’t needed.

Learn more about requirements and setting up incident detection on your device before starting your next activity.

Assistance

Whether in the middle of an activity or not, users can get in touch with designated assistance contacts directly from their wrist if they need help. To manually notify your assistance contacts, request assistance and your watch can send a message with your name, LiveTrack link and GPS location (if available).

What about LTE connectivity and SOS messaging capabilities?

When connected to the LTE network, you can use your fēnix 8 or 9Pro to send 30-second voice messages, make and take phone calls, or send and receive text messages from other fēnix 8 or 9 Pro or Garmin Messenger app¹ users.

Plus, safety-enhancing features, like LiveTrack and incident detection, on inReach-capable smartwatches work with the LTE network so you can leave your phone behind. Your LiveTrack location (if available) as well as incident detection alerts and notifications can be sent directly from your wrist.

When you activate an SOS alert on your fēnix 8 or 9 Pro, it sends a message over satellite or cellular connectivity to Garmin Response℠, our 24/7 international emergency coordination center that can connect you to help if you need it².

Ultimately, running is about freedom. When you’re equipped with a Garmin running and triathlon watch with safety-enhancing features, you can focus on the challenge — and worry less.

¹_{Active plan required; LTE network coverage is not available in all regions. Satellite connection and SOS functionality on this device have important limitations compared to other inReach devices that could affect the performance of connected features, making them unavailable in certain situations. Check Garmin.com/fenix8profeaturerequirements for requirements and limitations and to see which services are accessible in your area — or in areas to where you may be traveling to ensure the performance, coverage and service levels of this device are suitable for your intended use.}

²_{When paired with your smartphone; see Garmin.com/ble. For safety and tracking feature requirements and limitations, see Garmin.com/safety.}

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Want to easily track your distance, pace yourself, improve your training, and more? Here’s how Garmin smartwatches can help swimmers

Recreational swimmers and athletes alike spend countless hours in the pool year-round. Whether refining their technique or pushing through high-intensity interval workouts, dedicated swimmers are always looking for ways to improve.

If your goal is to improve your distance, times or technique, Garmin has multiple multisport GPS smartwatches with dedicated swim features, such as select fēnix® and Forerunner® smartwatches, to optimize daily training and race-day performance.

Let’s dive into the features that make Garmin smartwatches a powerful training partner in the water.  

Know your distance

Tired of counting laps? Your Garmin swim watch can do it for you.

Enter your pool size and your compatible smartwatch will automatically calculate and track the distance you swam.

Swimmers can’t always look at their watch mid-swim, which is why you can set up customizable distance alerts to notify you with a long tone and vibration on your last length. Many swimmers use an alert every four lengths to help them keep track of their distance. 

Training with intervals and rest monitoring

Interval training is an effective way to improve your swimming by combining different distances and intensities to build endurance, technique and speed. That’s why your swimming smartwatch has two styles of rest timers for effective training and rest monitoring.

With auto rest enabled, your Garmin smartwatch will automatically detect when you’re in motion or when you’ve stopped to recover. The watch timer starts and stops based on your movement so you can focus on your workout instead of managing your timer.

For the most precise interval timing or for rests shorter than 10 seconds, simply press the Lap button to start and end rest periods. Want to get set into position before pushing off the wall? Turn on Countdown Start and the interval timer will begin as you leave the wall.

To get the most out of your workouts, it’s important to monitor your rest time, which is why your Garmin device gives you two options. If you’re aiming for a certain amount of rest between efforts, your Garmin smartwatch will display your rest time. If you’re training by send-off time, the timer will count up from the start of your last interval. So, if your goal is 8×100 meters on a two-minute sendoff time, rest until the timer gets to two minutes and then push off again.

Pacing yourself

Going for a long interval and curious if you’re on track to hit your target pace? Pacing alerts are your answer.

To ensure you’re hitting your ideal split, enter your target pace and your watch will alert you at each turn, signaling when you should be turning and pushing off the wall. If it alerts you before you’ve completed your turn, you’re behind your target pace. If it alerts you after you’ve pushed off, you’re ahead of pace. For those looking for even splits, this might be your signal to slow down. But if you’re looking to achieve a negative split, you’re in a great position to do so.

Depending on your workout and goals, easily mute or adjust pacing alerts.

Swim drills

Improving your technique often means isolating elements of your stroke, such as body position and rotation, your catch, pull, and recovery phases, or your kick mechanics, and building muscle memory by repeating them until they become second nature. But when you deviate too far from any of the four standard stroke types, it can affect the accuracy of your smartwatch’s tracking. That’s where drill mode comes in.

Drill mode allows you to ensure your distance is accurate when you’re doing kick sets, one-arm swim, catch-ups and more. Use the drill logging data screen and then follow the on-screen instructions for accurate time and distance data.

Confidence in your performance starts with a Garmin smartwatch. Browse our lineup of smartwatches with dedicated swim features to round out your swim gear.

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Outfitting your boat with Garmin marine audio is essential for setting up the ultimate boating experience

If you’re looking for high-quality audio that cuts through wind and engine noise for an elevated boating experience, you’ve come to the right place.

Garmin audio systems are built with Digital Signal Processing (DSP) technology for superior audio performance and power management for system protection. Plus, they’re built to withstand saltwater and harsh marine environments for years of quality listening.  

Ready to install your new favorite marine audio electronics? Let’s break down Garmin marine audio offerings so you can decide what makes the most sense for your boat.

Superior marine speakers

Looking for superior marine speakers? We’ve got you covered. Delivering optimized sound for all listening ears onboard, Garmin marine speakers can be installed in the cabin, in the open or as enclosed marine speakers, so even those who are wakeboarding can hear. Plus, JL Audio® marine speakers have DMA-optimized woofers for reduced distortion, clear audio and deep bass. Matching silk dome or pure silk tweeters help speakers output crystal-clear high-frequency sound.

JL Audio M3: These speakers are an excellent choice for those wanting quality audio. Thanks to DMA-optimized woofers and pure silk tweeters, these durable speakers provide quality bass and high-pitched sound. Plus, sport style grilles come with optional RGB LED lighting for an enhanced look.

JL Audio M6: For sound you can rely on, JL Audio M6 speakers provide maximum performance from DMA-optimized woofers and matching silk dome tweeters. You can expect excellent bass, crisp detail and balanced audio coverage. Advanced filter networks are placed in each speaker for tweeter protection and to ensure everyone in the listening area continues to hear their favorite tunes with superior quality. Giving these speakers an enhanced look can be credited to Transflective RGB LED lighting that’s radiant and smooth.

Powerful subwoofers

Though JL Audio speakers come with woofers, some boaters prefer to upgrade their setup so it’s dedicated solely to deep bass. If that’s you, we’ve got the JL Audio marine subwoofer.

JL Audio M3: Focused on smooth, precise, balanced bass, JL Audio M3 marine subwoofers are a solid choice. These models have an infinite baffle installation, which means they can perform without a dedicated enclosure. They’re also built to withstand harsh marine conditions.

JL Audio M6/M7: The premium JL Audio M6 and M7 marine subwoofers are the kings of bass with power handling up to 600 watts RMS for an unparalleled listening experience. Plus, they’re purpose-built to operate without dedicated enclosures, relying only on large volumes of air so you’ll get powerful sound.

Premium head units

With sleek and modern design features, Garmin head units belong on every boat. Built with sound quality, amplification, high-resolution audio and integration in mind, Garmin head units offer seamless audio streaming. Easy to install, consider upgrading to an advanced head unit system.

JL Audio A60: Fit for your helm, this sleek, compact marine head unit brings premium sound to 4 separate audio zones in midsize boats. If you have JL Audio M3 speakers onboard, the JL Audio A60 head unit is the perfect pairing. Bluetooth® LE technology audio streaming lets you easily control sound from your smart device, including the Garmin Audio app or quatix® marine smartwatches, anywhere on the boat.

Fusion Apollo MS-RA800: If you’re looking for our best of the best, consider the Fusion Apollo MS-RA800 marine head unit; you’ll thank yourself when you have this water-resistant, salt-protected head unit for the long haul. Autophiles will appreciate this head unit’s high-end components and built-in amplifier that delivers 4 x 40 watts RMS, twice the power of the previous generation. When it’s time to play your favorite songs, built-in Wi-Fi® connectivity lets you use AirPlay® audio streaming. Plus, enjoy synced audio sources, audio control and power options when you create an onboard network with other Apollo Series head units. For even more integration across your boat, pair your Garmin MFD to your head unit through the NMEA 2000® network or Garmin BlueNet network.

Advanced marine amplifiers

Garmin amplifiers ensure the power and clarity you need are delivered to the speakers and subwoofers onboard. Easy to install, choose between monoblock or multichannel Garmin amplifiers based on the setup you’re looking for. Depending on the RMS power you need, you can choose among various total power options.

JL Audio XDM: Fit for your boat, the JL Audio XDM amplifier offers powerful sound at sea. Multiple configurations make it easy to fit this amplifier nearly anywhere. NexD technology operates efficiently while providing clear sound and outstanding noise rejection thanks to the dual-mode input filter and differential-balanced inputs.  

JL Audio MVi: The JL Audio MVi marine amplifier is perfect for those looking for a luxury setup that provides unmatched fidelity and performance. Thanks to advanced DSP functions — such as equalizer, delay, crossover signal routing, mixing and more — and TüN® software, your amplifier automatically adjusts to provide you the best audio. Plus, it’s equipped with NexD2 technology that synchronizes your amps power supply and output channels, so you get top-flight fidelity with ultralow noise and distortion.

Life on the water isn’t complete until you have a top-tier entertainment system. Better listening starts with Garmin, so browse our full lineup of Garmin marine audio.

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Garmin once again claims top spot in the flight deck avionics category of Aviation International News’ Product Support Survey

Confidence is everything in aviation, and for more than two decades, pilots and operators have trusted Garmin more than any other company. In 2026, Garmin once again topped Aviation International News’ (AIN) Product Support Survey, earning the highest position in most survey categories and a 23rd consecutive No. 1 ranking in flight deck avionics.

Here are the categories Garmin support teams were judged on:

• Overall reliability (9.25 rating)
• Parts availability (8.89)
• AOG response (8.73)
• Technical representatives (8.71)
• Cost-per-hour programs (8.67)
• Cost of parts (7.73)

Why this honor matters

The annual survey hands down rankings based on feedback from pilots and aviation professionals who rely on Garmin products every day. This means unbiased parties rate companies based on their own personal experiences in the cockpit of their business jets, pressurized turboprop airplanes and turbine-powered helicopters.

The Garmin aviation team has long prided itself on delivering the best service to its customers, and it consistently shows in AIN’s survey.

“I want to congratulate our entire team on this incredible accomplishment. It couldn’t have been done without everyone pulling in the same direction to do what we do best — providing exceptional support to our customers,” said Phil Straub, Garmin Executive Vice President and Managing Director, Aviation.

What is the Garmin Aviation Training Academy?

The Garmin Aviation Training Academy continues to see enhancements to offer dealers and service centers a robust library of maintenance training videos and modules. Garmin also has a database management support team and video chat capabilities for customers. Learn more about the aviation resources Garmin makes available for customers.

Click here to read AIN’s full survey report. Contact our award-winning support team here.

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Garmin’s flight control system for helicopters makes flying easier, even in demanding conditions

Helicopter operations demand a lot. Complicated missions, adverse weather, complex environments and high workload are part of the job for even the most experienced pilot.

Whether you’re a helicopter owner or fleet operator, you need technology that works as hard as your team does. The Garmin GFC 600H flight control system was designed with one goal in mind: to support the skilled helicopter pilot by making their job less fatiguing.

Supporting pilots with helicopter-tailored features

Flying a helicopter takes a high level of skill that’s refined and mastered over time. But beyond stick-and-rudder demands, helicopter pilots are also simultaneously managing navigation, situational awareness, communications and mission execution. That’s where GFC 600H becomes an incredible asset.

GFC 600H provides advanced digital automation features — including attitude hold with speed stability, hover assist, Helicopter Stability and Protection (Garmin H-ESP) technology, automatic return-to-level (LVL) mode and more — that help the helicopter pilot reduce fatigue. This allows the pilot to stay focused on executing the mission at hand. Cyclic-mounted controls allow easy engagement of the system’s primary functions without taking a hand off the controls.

Stability where it counts

At its core, GFC 600H is an attitude-based flight control system built on advanced AHRS technology with redundant, cross-checking sensors. Key features include:

• Garmin H-ESP — Works continuously, even when the system isn’t engaged, to help maintain a stable flight condition. The H-ESP keeps the helicopter within an envelope and at appropriate pitch, roll and airspeed levels. It can be manually disabled for tactical maneuvers.
• LVL mode — Automatically recovers the aircraft from unusual attitudes and returns it to straight-and-level flight.
• Hover assist — Automatically provides inputs to help maintain position when hovering. Add the available yaw axis servo and it holds heading in hover too.
• Overspeed and low speed protection — Actively manages airspeed limits in both directions, with Low-G protection also available for the Bell 505.

Seamless integration with Garmin avionics

The sought-after stability features of the GFC 600H don’t operate in isolation. The system integrates with feature-rich compatible Garmin avionics, including G500H TXi flight displays, GTN Xi series navigators, GI 275 attitude indicator and GNC® 215 NAV/COMM radio. For en route and approach navigation, compatible WAAS-enabled navigators like the GTN Xi series and G1000H® NXi integrated flight deck allow the system to automatically fly lateral and vertical flight paths, including search and rescue patterns, visual approaches, altitude hold, vertical speed and more.

Flexible configuration and helicopter availability

GFC 600H supports both 2-axis and 3-axis configurations, features an NVG-compatible mode controller and is backed by our industry-leading product support team. Supplemental type certification has been completed for a variety of helicopters. GFC 600H was made available for Airbus H130 and is also available on a variety of different models.

Find a dealer

Contact your local authorized Garmin dealer to explore GFC 600H configuration options and find the right setup for your helicopter.

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Learn to use LiveScope 2 settings for better fishing and a clearer view of life below the surface.

LiveScope 2 is an avid anglers dream. With improved resolution, LiveScope 2 users get visually captivating and realistic underwater views. Fish, lure, brush piles and anything else under the surface is suddenly clearer than ever.

If you’ve decided to upgrade your boat with this improved marine electronic, spending a couple hours on the water is a good way to get familiar with setting adjustments. To dial in on the fish below, take time and learn how each setting impacts the image on your screen.

But before you head out, read on as we reveal tips and tricks for running LiveScope 2 on your boat.

What’s new with the LiveScope 2 series?

Let’s first break down everything you’re getting.

With LiveScope 2 LVS44 onboard, you’ll receive 20% higher resolution and 25% more range, meaning you can track out to 250′ in forward and down modes. From your chartplotter, pick fish off the bottom as well as ones that are tight to cover. Thanks to improved visibility, anglers can adjust their strategy in real time and strike with confidence when the opportunity arises.  

Anglers who care about detailed imagery within a shorter range will appreciate LiveScope 2 HD LVS42HD. For clearer imagery and better target separation, LiveScope 2 HD offers 50% more detail near the boat. Plus, track castable distances out to 125′ in forward and down modes.

Simplifying installation without sacrificing sonar performance, LiveScope 2 models eliminate the need for a black box, meaning your transducer delivers sonar data straight to your compatible chartplotter. When it’s time to move spots, simply lift the transducer out of the water and your sonar will automatically turn off.

How does cone angle compare on LiveScope 2?

Anglers with LiveScope Plus systems are familiar with its 20-degree cone angle, giving them an optimized field of view for enhanced target detail. LiveScope 2 has the same 20-degree cone angle, but improved sensitivity and resolution across the sonar beam allows the image on your screen to remain crisper and more uniform. This means that targets on the edge of the sonar beam may appear more consistently on the screen with certain sonar settings.

Anglers can fine-tune their image to change the perceived cone angle using color gain and color limit settings (read on for our suggestion). Improved functionality means you can dial in your sonar to fit your preferred fishing methods, whether you’re looking for targets right down the middle of the sonar beam or searching for fish on the edges.

How do I use color gain and color limit on LiveScope 2? 

LiveScope 2 gives anglers more control over the image on their screen through color gain and color limit settings. To unlock the power of color gain and color limit, users can tune their image settings for increased precision, improved detail and better lure tracking.

Using color gain, LiveScope 2 users will have more control over the clutter in their sonar image. Depending on your preference, adjust your settings to remove clutter while keeping track of small fish and bait. Anglers using LiveScope 2 can adjust color limit to run between 30% and 90% to remove clutter while still seeing the important things. The higher the color limit, the more clutter is hidden.

Objects on the sides of the cone naturally appear weaker on your display, but you can adjust your color gain or color limit settings for utmost clarity. For hotter returns, simply increase color gain settings. To hide weaker returns, reduce your gain or increase your color limit. This is also what makes your cone angle feel narrower for ultimate precision.

What’s different about ghost and noise reject settings?

Finding the ideal ghost and noise reject settings reduces lag and clears any unnecessary returns on your LiveScope system, allowing you to see and react to fish immediately.

Set ghost reject to auto for system-controlled adjustments and to reduce false sonar returns. Instead of relying on filters, sonar power is distributed across the sonar beam to decrease false echoes, including ghost trees, while still allowing for target tracking.

To improve lure tracking, reduce your noise reject setting to low or off. You won’t miss your bait or the fish you’re keen on catching.

What colors should I try out?

With various colors to choose from, you’re sure to find color palettes that make sense for you. Depending on the lighting conditions, certain colors can help anglers see their screen clearly and reduce eye strain.

On LiveScope Plus, popular color schemes include amber, blue and black emerald.

LiveScope 2 users may prefer moss and lava. Moss, a single-color option, is easy on your eyes and lends itself to excellent target separation. Lava, a popular high-contrast option, makes underwater life pop, even in murky waters.

Days of successful fishing lie ahead with LiveScope 2. Browse our live sonar offerings and find a system that’s right for your boat.

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Tired of guessing which golf club to use because you can’t tell where the pin is on the green? What if you could account for wind and uphill or downhill shots? What if you could understand where the hazards are with a quick glance at a screen?

With Garmin, you can.

Now you’ll know if you should or shouldn’t hit a driver. You’ll know how to avoid different hazards.

It’s time to upgrade your golf game with a rangefinder. We’re here to help.

Why should you buy a golf rangefinder?

Rangefinders tell you how far away the pin is, helping you choose your golf club and plan your path to the hole.

Garmin rangefinders — such as Approach^® Z10, Approach Z30 or Approach Z82 — use a laser to calculate the distance, ensuring greater accuracy. For example, while a golf watch can give you the distance to the front, middle and back of the green, a rangefinder gives you the precise distance to the pin (and several other features designed to bring out the best in your game, but we’ll get to those below).

What’s the best Garmin golf rangefinder for you?

Garmin offers a full lineup of laser rangefinders: Approach Z10, Approach Z30 and Approach Z82. All include an adjustable eyepiece that allows you to focus the screen, PlaysLike Distance and 6X magnification. They come with a carrying case and a carabiner so you can clip them to your bag. Approach Z10 and Z30 also have a magnetic cart mount, so you can snap your rangefinder to your golf cart.

If you lose your rangefinder on the fairway (or anywhere, let’s be honest), you can use Find My Garmin through the Garmin Golf app to locate it.

Plus, the PlaysLike Distance feature will adjust your yardage based on whether your target is uphill or downhill.

Tournament mode, which disables the PinPointer and PlaysLike Distance features, is shown by an external indicator light and can be turned on and off. This means you can still take your rangefinder to tournaments.

Here’s how a few of the different rangefinders’ features break down.

Laser range arc: The Approach Z10 and Z30 rangefinders offer the Range Relay feature, which sends distances to your compatible Garmin device or the Garmin Golf app. On Approach Z82, your arc will appear through your viewfinder. The laser range arc shows everything in play at the laser-ranged distance — even hazards.

Viewfinder built-ins: Approach Z82 has built-in GPS with more than 43,000 full-color, preloaded courses, the green view feature with distance to the front, middle and back of the green, hazard view, and PinPointer — all in the viewfinder. When paired to your compatible phone, Approach Z82 also displays wind speed and direction in the viewfinder.

Battery life: Approach Z10 and Z30 have a replaceable CR2 battery that can last up to a year. The Approach Z82 battery is rechargeable with up to 15 hours of battery life in GPS mode.

Accuracy: The laser range to the flag on Approach Z10 is 350 yards, while Approach Z30 ranges 400 yards. Both have accuracy within 1 yard. Approach Z82 can measure distances from up to 450 yards and will give you a reading within 10″ of the flag.

Water-resistant: Approach Z10 is IPX4-rated, meaning it’s built to withstand splashing and light rain. Your Approach Z30 or Z82 rangefinder has been tested to withstand submersion in up to a meter of water.

To get the distance to the pin from up to 350 yards away, consider Approach Z10. For slightly longer ranging and a higher water rating, go for Approach Z30. Both are the perfect companions to your Garmin golf smartwatch or handheld. If you want the most accurate reading within 10″ of the flag, plus built-in GPS with more than 43,000 preloaded, full-color course maps right from your viewfinder, go for Approach Z82.

Ready to take your best shot and improve your golf game? No more misjudging the distance and launching your golf ball into a water hazard or bunker. Browse our collection of launch monitors, rangefinders and smartwatches.

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You’re serious about the adventure, and we’re serious about the equipment you’ll need along the way

Because every excursion deserves equipment you can count on, your trusted Garmin fēnix® 8 smartwatch has been your rugged outdoor smartwatch of choice.

It’s helped you train for upcoming races and served as your trusted trail companion, thanks to its durable design and long battery life. Plus, it’s tracked your health and fitness data¹, calculated routes with enhanced mapping, prepared you for your next race with Garmin Coach plans and more.

Now you’re curious if it’s worth upgrading to a Garmin fēnix 9 or fēnix 9 Pro smartwatch. Luckily, you’ve come to the right place.

If you’re interested in making a fēnix 9 smartwatch your new adventure companion, keep reading as we break down the differences between fēnix 8 and 9.

1. Model sizes

Built to withstand the toughest adventures, fēnix 8 Pro features a sleek titanium bezel and rear case that’s military tested for thermal, shock, water (IPX7) and vibration.

A first for Garmin, fēnix 9 Pro features a titanium bezel and case design. While engineered for maximum durability, this design stays authentic to the premium look and feel fēnix users love.

The adventurer who prefers a lightweight, slimmer watch will appreciate that in some cases, fenix 9 Pro offers a slimmer overall profile. For example, the fēnix 9 Pro 47 mm model is 16% slimmer than the fēnix 8 Pro 47 mm model.

2. Hardware

With an advanced model comes advanced hardware. The fēnix 9 smartwatch was purpose-built to run smoother with twice the amount of RAM and an updated map engine that makes panning 30% faster. Plus, store twice as many maps and up to 7,000 of your favorite songs from your Spotify, Deezer or Amazon Music accounts for phone-free listening (subscription may be required) with double the amount of memory (64 GB).

That’s not all. fēnix 9 Pro comes equipped with an additional green flashlight option, providing the contrast and clarity you need for night hunting, map reading and tactical missions.

3. Display brightness

Whether you’re exploring during low visibility or peak sunlight hours, fēnix 9 has AMOLED displays that are twice as bright as fēnix 8 displays. The fēnix 9 Pro smartwatch display reaches up to 3,000 nits of brightness so the data on your wrist will always be easy to see.

Prefer a screen that’s bigger? The fēnix 9 Pro AMOLED smartwatch features a 51 mm case with a display that’s 1.5% bigger than previous generations.

4. inReach® connectivity

fēnix 8 Pro helped set the standard for multisport GPS smartwatches with built-in connectivity. Thanks to satellite connectivity, both fēnix 8 Pro and fēnix 9 Pro users can receive and exchange text messages with family and friends directly from their watch or smartphone with the Garmin Messenger app. If in need of help, users can also trigger an SOS message to connect with Garmin Response, our 24/7-staffed emergency coordination center.

With LTE connectivity, fēnix 8 and fēnix 9 Pro users can initiate and receive phone calls with other Garmin Messenger app users straight from the wrist. Plus, LTE connectivity allows fēnix 9 Pro users to enable LiveTrack location sharing². Through Garmin Messenger, share your LiveTrack location with your contacts so they can follow or reach you during your excursion. Plus, family and friends who are curious about your whereabouts can use Garmin Locate to see your current or last known location.

In preparation for the journey ahead, explorers with a fēnix 9 Pro smartwatch and Garmin Messenger can stay up to date on current weather conditions and forecasts through satellite and LTE.

Unlike previous generations, fēnix 9 Pro brings inReach connectivity to all 3 case sizes and fēnix 9 Pro Solar models, so you can access LTE and satellite features in a smaller watch without sacrificing the features you rely on.

5. Features and enhancements

fēnix 9 includes feature enhancements to help athletes and adventurers better understand their performance during training, racing and exploring.

For a more complete view of any extended adventure, users can combine multiple days of activities into a single experience with Garmin Epic in the Garmin Connect app. Whether you’re embarking on a weeklong backpacking trip or you’re at a training camp preparing for an upcoming triathlon, Garmin Epic can analyze summary stats and show you how you’ve progressed. Once you’ve started an Epic, you can track health summary stats, performance summary and trends, individual sports performance metrics, and acclimation and evaluation metrics.

Plus, fēnix 9 enhances stamina features so athletes can better understand the connection between endurance and performance. Stamina Curves helps users set their pace and hit PRs by seeing how their stamina is impacted over varying distances and how it changes as they progress in their training. Stamina Zones helps runners and cyclists manage exertion throughout a race through metrics such as managed stamina versus potential stamina.

Users can also check out rowing and rucking enhancements. Rowers will enjoy metrics like rowing VO2 max, curve power, functional threshold power and lactic threshold to help them manage their intensity and see how their training is impacting their fitness and performance. Military personnel or those wearing weighted vests on everyday walks can use rucking enhancements to create custom workouts around their target metric, such as calories burned, while inputting weight data for better tracking.

Before you head out on your next outdoor expedition or training run, be sure to bring along your fēnix 9 premium GPS smartwatch.

_{¹See Garmin.com/ataccuracy}

_{²Active plan required; LTE network coverage is not available in all regions. Satellite connection and SOS functionality on this device have important limitations compared to other inReach devices that could affect the performance of connected features, making them unavailable in certain situations. Check Garmin.com/fenix9profeaturerequirements for requirements and limitations and to see which services are accessible in your area — or in areas to where you may be traveling to ensure the performance, coverage and service levels of this device are suitable for your intended use.}

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Beyond the basics of GPS, speed and heart rate data, these Garmin cycling products can help you stay aware of your surroundings and improve your overall ride performance.

If you already ride with a Garmin smartwatch, you know how valuable the on- and off-the-bike insights and features can be. But you want to beat yesterday.

That’s where the rest of the Garmin cycling ecosystem comes in. When you track and record cycling activities with a smartwatch, you’ll get basic ride data for cyclists. But we  recommend maximizing your rides with radars and lights, a bike computer, power meters and an indoor trainer.  Here’s why — and how — each of these products can improve your time on the bike.

Ride with a dedicated bike computer

When you ride with an Edge® bike computer, you get a better cycling experience. In addition to tracking your speed and distance, you can better navigate right from your handlebars, get road hazard alerts¹ and so much more. Plus, broadcast your heart rate from your compatible smartwatch or CIRQA Smart Band² to your compatible Edge cycling computer to stay on top of your performance and track recovery, health, sleep and more off the bike³.

Whether you’re a gravel grinder, roadie or casual commuter, there’s an Edge GPS bike computer for everyone that will help you navigate and monitor your ride — but we’ll mention just a few.

Edge Explore 2: Dependable and easy to use, Edge Explore 2 features turn-by-turn directions, ride type-specific maps, smart notifications and more.

Edge 550 and 850: These bike computers bring you dynamic performance monitoring, Garmin Coach training plans, superior bike-specific navigation and mapping, and more, all on a bright, vivid and compact display.

Edge 1050: Our premium flagship cycling computer, Edge 1050 offers a vivid touchscreen display and battery life up to 20 hours in demanding use cases and up to 60 hours in battery saver mode. You’ll also get advanced performance monitoring and training features as well as smart features that help bring your cycling community together.

Ride with safety-enhanced cycle gear that can increase awareness

To help foster a safer riding environment, be more visible to drivers on the road and make sure you can see them approaching too, Garmin rearview radars and smart lights — all created with safety in mind — do just that.

Varia RearVue 820: This powerful, precise and reliable radar and tail light gives you a wide field of view to detect approaching vehicles from behind⁴. For visual and audible alerts while you ride, connect this to the Varia smartphone app, compatible Edge cycling computers or select Garmin smartwatches (which can also provide voice alerts for approaching vehicles) — helping you stay more aware on the road. When connected, riders can see vehicle sizes and movement on their Edge or smartphone on the Varia smartphone app. And motorists sharing the road will be able to see the tail light and brake light up to 2 kilometers (1.24 miles) away.

Varia Vue: This headlight camera records front-facing video in 4K (memory card required⁵_; sold separately) and automatically stores the video on the device if an incident is detected. With 5 bright light modes and an auto brightness control⁶, Varia Vue helps you see the road ahead. You can even control the camera and headlight settings from your compatible Garmin cycling computer or in the Varia smartphone app.

Ride while monitoring your effort with Rally power meters

Power data can help improve your training if you’re ready to take your rides to the next level. When cycling with a power meter, compatible Garmin devices estimate your functional threshold power (FTP). This key performance marker helps guide your efforts, optimize workout intensity and track changes in your cycling performance over time.

If you’re looking to bring power data and more to your rides, look no further. Garmin power meter pedals are highly accurate and versatile, easily transferring between bikes and pedal bodies so you can monitor your effort on every ride. Plus, when you track your training with your power meter, Edge cycling computer and smartwatch (or heart rate monitor), Garmin Cycling Coach can help you train for your goals.

Rally 110 and 210: Monitor your data, such as power data, cadence and more, in real time when you pair a Rally power meter with a compatible Edge smartwatch. If you opt for our dual-sensing power meter, Rally 210, you’ll also unlock advanced cycling dynamics, including left versus right foot balance, seated versus standing time and more, on select Garmin smartwatches or in the Garmin Connect app after a ride.

Ride indoors with a Tacx® bike trainer

When it’s time to take your rides indoors, stay on top of your training goals when you ride freely or track a ride on a Tacx bike trainer. If you pair your smartwatch with a smart trainer, your watch can control your trainer’s resistance automatically during a workout.

Tacx NEO 2T Smart trainer: For a powerful, highly accurate and virtually silent ride, choose the Tacx NEO 2T Smart trainer. Connect to training platforms like the Tacx Training app and Zwift to experience a real road feel, such as cobbles, gravel and more.

Tacx NEO 3M Smart trainer: The extraordinarily quiet, immersive and powerful Tacx NEO 3M Smart trainer offers built-in motion plates for comfort and realism. Our most accurate trainer, it can handle sprints up to 2200 watts and climbs up to 25%, and it comes with a preinstalled cassette that’s fit for most modern bikes.

Keep riding with your smartwatch on your wrist

All these products work closely with your smartwatch to help you get the most out of your training.

On compatible smartwatches, training features³ — including training readiness and free, personalized Garmin Coach cycling training plans — can help you take your training to the next level. Keep safety in mind with LiveTrack location sharing⁷, which shares your rides with contacts you’ve chosen in the Garmin Connect app, and incident detection, which sends a message to designated contacts with your live location if an incident is detected.

Off the bike, you can track your cross-training, ensuring every moment counts. With 24/7 health and fitness tracking on your Garmin smartwatch, you’ll get essential features such as Body Battery energy monitoring, sleep tracking, recovery time and more³.

With our cycling products, smartwatches and the Garmin Connect app, you’ll be able to make the most of your rides. When you’re ready to take your cycling experience to a new level, choose Garmin.

_{¹When used with your compatible smartphone and the Garmin Connect app}

_{²CIRQA Smart Band requires Garmin Connect+ plan}

_{³See Garmin.com/ataccuracy}

_{⁴When riding with your compatible Edge cycling computer or the Varia app on your smartphone}

_{⁵See Garmin.com/variavuememorycard}

_{⁶When paired with your Edge cycling computer}

_{⁷When paired with your smartphone; see Garmin.com/ble. For safety and tracking feature requirements and limitations, see Garmin.com/safety.}

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