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Garmin introduces the fēnix 5 series

Garmin International Inc. today announced fēnix 5, fēnix 5S and fēnix 5X, adding three watches designed with adventurers of all sizes in mind to its popular line of multisport GPS wearables. The fēnix 5S is lighter, sleeker and smaller than previous models – perfect for small wrists without sacrificing multisport functionality. The fēnix 5X boasts […]

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First Look Friday: YT Jeffsy; Garmin Edge 820; Vee Rail Tracker; and Adidas kit

First Look Friday is an introduction to the gear that we are currently testing for review. This week we’ve got the YT Jeffsy, the Garmin 820, Vee Tire Co. Rail Tracker tyres, and Adidas Men’s Adistar CD.Zero3 kit. YT Industries Jeffsy CF Pro The Jeffsy signalled YT Industries entrance to the trail bike market. Interestingly, […]

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Garmin adds additional features to the Edge 1000 and 820 with JOIN cycling platform

Today Garmin announced a new partnership with the JOIN cycling platform. The JOIN applications for both the Garmin Connect IQ Store and the App Store are designed to help riders connect their daily cycling life on and off the bike. Everything users love about cycling is now combined into a single smart app for iOS. […]

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First Look Friday: Corse Dopamine; Garmin eTrex 35; and Sexy Socks

First Look Friday is an introduction to the gear that we are currently testing for review. This week we’ve got Corse’s Dopamine rims and hubs, the Garmin eTrex Touch 35, and Sexy Socks. Corse Dopamine hubs and rims Corse Components specialize in the design and manufacture of high-end carbon and alloy cycling components. The hubs […]

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Review: Garmin Varia smart bike system

Since the launch of the Varia Rearview Radar, Garmin have grown their smart cycling device range and the degree of integration of each device. As a standalone, the rear view Radar is a smart rear bike light that improves your visibility, situational awareness and safety with adaptive brightness and a radar display. Garmin did not […]

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Giveaway: Garmin Varia smart bike system

Garmin are giving away a Varia smart bike system valued at R16,500. The Garmin Varia package includes the Varia Rearview Radar and Display Unit Bundle, Varia Smart Bike Tail Light, Varia Smart Bike Headlight, and Varia Vision. The winner: Congratulations to Michael Agathagelou! The winner of the Garmin Varia bundle.

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Garmin unveils VIRB Ultra 30: An Ultra HD 4K action camera

Garmin International Inc. today announced the VIRB Ultra 30, a waterproof action camera with the power to shoot stunning Ultra HD footage at 4K/30fps. Conveniently small and lightweight, the VIRB Ultra 30 is rugged and ready for adventure with purpose-built features for users to tailor and relive their action-packed VIRB footage. Thanks to its high […]

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First Look Friday: Garmin Varia Smart Bike System

First Look Friday is an introduction to the gear that we are currently testing for review. This week we’re featuring Garmin’s Varia Smart Bike ecosystem. Garmin introduced their Varia rear light and radar following the acquisition of Backtracker in early 2015. They have since added a smart headlight and in-sight display as well as full […]

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Garmin SA announce vívofit 3

Garmin are excited to announce vívofit 3, a daily activity tracker with one-year battery life and Garmin Move IQ. Building on the company’s popular activity tracker, the vívofit 3 adds new features including Move IQ auto activity detection and intensity minutes. Automatically capturing activities such as walking, running, biking, swimming and elliptical training, the vívofit […]

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Introducing the Edge 820 and Edge Explore 820

Garmin today announced the Edge 820 and Edge Explore 820, lightweight and compact GPS cycling computers with comprehensive ride data, bike-specific navigation and the new GroupTrack feature. Riders can easily stay connected with family and friends, both in and out of the peloton, with the Edge 820 and Edge Explore 820’s numerous connected features including […]

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Garmin introduces vívosmart HR+ with wrist-based heart rate plus GPS

Garmin International Inc., today announced vívosmart HR+, an activity tracker with wrist-based heart rate plus GPS. The vívosmart HR+ adds new features to the company’s popular vívosmart activity tracker product line, including GPS, additional running data and Garmin Move IQ™ auto activity detection. With Garmin Elevate™ wrist heart rate technology the vívosmart HR+ provides 24/7 […]

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Garmin introduce the fēnix 3 Sapphire – Titanium and tactix Bravo

Garmin are excited to introducing the fēnix 3 Sapphire – Titanium and tactix Bravo – the ultimate active man’s timepiece. fēnix 3 Sapphire – Titanium. fēnix 3 Sapphire- Titanium GPS sport watches combine advanced fitness training, outdoor navigation and smart features with a high quality scratch-resistant sapphire lens with a Titanium watch bezel and band […]