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Sep 30, 2022 1:38 PM

Garmin Forerunner 955 Running GPS Sport Smartwatch w/ Solar Charging (Black)

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Amazon has Garmin Forerunner 955 Running GPS Sport Smartwatch w/ Solar Charging (Black) on sale for $450.23. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member namchucks for finding this deal.

Features:
  • Full-color built-in mapping
  • Access multiple global navigation satellite systems, and get access to multiple frequencies sent by navigation satellites for improved accuracy in areas where GNSS signals are reflected, weak or typically don't penetrate
  • From the moment you wake up, get a training readiness score based on your sleep quality, recovery, training and more
  • Built with an always-on, full-color display that's light on the wrist and easy to read even in direct sunlight

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  • About this deal:
    • This price is $149.76 lower (24.96% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant, with prices starting at $599.99 at the time of this posting.
  • About this product:
    • This item has a rating of 4.8 stars out of 5 based on over 180 customer reviews on Amazon.
  • About this seller:
  • Additional Note:
    • Please refer to the Forum Thread for additional discussion regarding this deal.

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Written by namchucks
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Amazon has Garmin Forerunner 955 Running GPS Sport Smartwatch w/ Solar Charging (Black) on sale for $450.23. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member namchucks for finding this deal.

Features:
  • Full-color built-in mapping
  • Access multiple global navigation satellite systems, and get access to multiple frequencies sent by navigation satellites for improved accuracy in areas where GNSS signals are reflected, weak or typically don't penetrate
  • From the moment you wake up, get a training readiness score based on your sleep quality, recovery, training and more
  • Built with an always-on, full-color display that's light on the wrist and easy to read even in direct sunlight

Editor's Notes

Written by persian_mafia | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • This price is $149.76 lower (24.96% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant, with prices starting at $599.99 at the time of this posting.
  • About this product:
    • This item has a rating of 4.8 stars out of 5 based on over 180 customer reviews on Amazon.
  • About this seller:
  • Additional Note:
    • Please refer to the Forum Thread for additional discussion regarding this deal.

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Adelstein
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If you are running, 955 even with its full price is the best deal out there and at $450 it is a no brainer. Solar on this version is more of a gimmick as it doesn't give additional juice as much as fenix/enduro lines but it is better than not having it. Only caveat though, the solar version has a tint on the glass due to solar charging built into the glass and it makes it darker and harder to see.

If you are looking for a smart watch first, then apple/samsung/google offerings may be a better fit. If you are looking for a sports watch first for run, hike and triathlon this is a no brainer, for biking it is a pretty good deal but there might be better options out there.
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Tried to post this morning but my app kept crashing. Thank you for sharing.
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Sep 30, 2022 2:15 PM
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ZOMxBOYSep 30, 2022 2:15 PM
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Tried to post this morning but my app kept crashing. Thank you for sharing.
Sep 30, 2022 2:39 PM
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vcu_alumSep 30, 2022 2:39 PM
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I've been waiting for the 955 Solar to drop down in price. Thanks!
Sep 30, 2022 2:40 PM
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madcowdiseaseSep 30, 2022 2:40 PM
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Better price than a lot of the "standard" 20% discounts off of Garmin. Amazing find!
Sep 30, 2022 2:49 PM
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Sep 30, 2022 2:58 PM
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CloudriftSep 30, 2022 2:58 PM
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Really great price and I doubt we'll see it go much lower around holiday time.
Sep 30, 2022 3:08 PM
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adimperialSep 30, 2022 3:08 PM
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I have a brand new Instinct 2 Solar that I received as a replacement from Garmin for one that kept restarting. Might end up selling it because the screen is difficult for my old eyes to see it.
Currently using my old Fenix 3 hr. Anyone know if this 955 display is easier to read than Instinct
Sep 30, 2022 3:10 PM
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THE_lNTERNETSep 30, 2022 3:10 PM
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Great find!

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Sep 30, 2022 3:14 PM
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Christopher9995Sep 30, 2022 3:14 PM
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Keep in mind VO2 max and training status is totally messed up with the 955 - but otherwise it's a good watch. Your VO2 will never move (the latest beta was supposed to address it, but it did not). A 1 mile SUPER easy run will get classified as a tempo run. ha ha ha
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Mister_ESep 30, 2022 3:23 PM
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Quote from adimperial View quoted comment :
I have a brand new Instinct 2 Solar that I received as a replacement from Garmin for one that kept restarting. Might end up selling it because the screen is difficult for my old eyes to see it.
Currently using my old Fenix 3 hr. Anyone know if this 955 display is easier to read than Instinct
Is this just a "running watch " or can it do everything the Instinct 2 solar does? Looking to buy my first Garmin watch and was looking at the Instinct 2, but this color screen with maps and music storage looks nice. Appreciate any feedback.

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Sep 30, 2022 3:30 PM
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GreegSep 30, 2022 3:30 PM
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I just bought one. Thanks!
Sep 30, 2022 3:44 PM
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Christopher9995Sep 30, 2022 3:44 PM
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Quote from dealsandrewards View quoted comment :
If only you didn't add the "ha ha ha" at the end. Lost all credibility

Also if you do one mile runs with this watch and talked about vo2 in same breath, double whammy.
Cute. I'm glad you're cooler than me and always do a proper cool-down of at least 5-6 miles so no one makes fun of you for having a 1 mile activity.
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beaver.banditSep 30, 2022 4:22 PM
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Damn, I was in a pinch when my Fitbit died, but I thought I did okay getting the regular 955 for $460 from Target back in July. Kind of wish I held out.
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JeffJ9186Sep 30, 2022 4:42 PM
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Quote from Mister_E View quoted comment :
Is this just a "running watch " or can it do everything the Instinct 2 solar does? Looking to buy my first Garmin watch and was looking at the Instinct 2, but this color screen with maps and music storage looks nice. Appreciate any feedback.

TIA
This is a multisport watch for folks that often swim/bike/run. If you are only using it for running you can get the 245 or 255 music for less money. I have the 245 and love it. It doesn't have maps, but I don't really care about that feature.
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