I’ve been a smartwatch user for years, but there’s only one brand that I trust when I’m spending more time outdoors — Garmin.
Garmin makes rugged smartwatches designed to withstand the toughest nature hikes and camping trips. The originally $1,000-priced Garmin epix Pro (Gen 2) is currently on sale for 50% off — the lowest price we’ve seen it at since Black Friday.
Garmin epix Pro (Gen 2) has a scratch-resistant AMOLED display and can keep up with any type of advanced workout, from skiing to bouldering. Like any good smartwatch, you can keep track of all your health stats straight on your wrist, including oxygen levels, heart rate variation and sleep monitoring.
Garmin says the watch provides advanced training metrics, including a workout readiness score in the mornings. You’ll also get scores like a hill score, which measures your capability for running uphill, and an endurance score, which tracks your stamina over time.
Garmin’s best feature has to be the built-in LED flashlight within this watch, so hiking when the sun goes down is actually a possibility — and you don’t have to carry extra hardware around, just this watch.
The GPS in this watch is also revolutionary, giving you access to both satellite imagery and topographic maps. The tracking is also incredibly accurate! If you’re ever in trouble, you can send your live location straight through the watch.
Battery life can run 16 days, according to the brand, saving you the hassle of recharging constantly. For athletes, skiers or just adventurers, this is a must-have, and right now, at its under-$500 price, it’s a steal.
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