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expiredvincent233 posted Jan 26, 2023 05:45 AM
expiredvincent233 posted Jan 26, 2023 05:45 AM

Garmin Forerunner® 255 are on sale at $319.99 @amazon

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Amazon has Garmin forerunner 255 on sale. It is a huge upgrade from the previous 245 version.
This price matches the lowest price in the previous slick deals. If you happen to plan to get one, it is a good time.

This is 46mm non-music version. Price is $319.99:
https://www.amazon.com/Garmin-For...r=8-2&th=1

Also, for 41mm non-music version. The price is $320.49
https://www.amazon.com/Garmin-For...r=8-2&th=1

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Amazon has Garmin forerunner 255 on sale. It is a huge upgrade from the previous 245 version.
This price matches the lowest price in the previous slick deals. If you happen to plan to get one, it is a good time.

This is 46mm non-music version. Price is $319.99:
https://www.amazon.com/Garmin-For...r=8-2&th=1

Also, for 41mm non-music version. The price is $320.49
https://www.amazon.com/Garmin-For...r=8-2&th=1

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Jan 26, 2023 06:17 PM
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IsitonJan 26, 2023 06:17 PM
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Good price. I will note that Garmin 965 and 265 are expected to be announced in next few days, after which we can see a price reduction on 955 and 255. Might be worth waiting till middle of Feb.
Jan 27, 2023 08:06 PM
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darthalalJan 27, 2023 08:06 PM
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Quote from Isiton :
Good price. I will note that Garmin 965 and 265 are expected to be announced in next few days, after which we can see a price reduction on 955 and 255. Might be worth waiting till middle of Feb.
I want a Fenix 7, but not for $700+ - any idea if the Fenix line will be updated soon, too? I haven't seen anything elsewhere and I don't think the 7 has been out as long as the typical Fenix refresh time, but you seem to have a better finger on the pulse than me and the 955 just came out last year and is already getting a refresh (I'm guessing mostly for the ECG hardware additions the Venu 2 Plus got), so I figure it's worth asking!
Jan 27, 2023 08:46 PM
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IsitonJan 27, 2023 08:46 PM
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Quote from darthalal :
I want a Fenix 7, but not for $700+ - any idea if the Fenix line will be updated soon, too? I haven't seen anything elsewhere and I don't think the 7 has been out as long as the typical Fenix refresh time, but you seem to have a better finger on the pulse than me and the 955 just came out last year and is already getting a refresh (I'm guessing mostly for the ECG hardware additions the Venu 2 Plus got), so I figure it's worth asking!
not sure - I got info about ForeRunner from here: https://twitter.com/fttest_en?lang=en​
Jan 27, 2023 09:23 PM
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nate.the.greatJan 27, 2023 09:23 PM
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Quote from darthalal :
I want a Fenix 7, but not for $700+ - any idea if the Fenix line will be updated soon, too? I haven't seen anything elsewhere and I don't think the 7 has been out as long as the typical Fenix refresh time, but you seem to have a better finger on the pulse than me and the 955 just came out last year and is already getting a refresh (I'm guessing mostly for the ECG hardware additions the Venu 2 Plus got), so I figure it's worth asking!
What features of the Fenix 7 are you looking for that the ForeRunners don't have? They are really close unless you specifically want features like electronic shifting support on your bike.

Most likely the update is going to be OLED screens for the ForeRunner series. The Fenix lineup already has that in the form of the Epix, so don't expect the Fenix line to have a new release or discount any time soon.
Jan 27, 2023 09:39 PM
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BuffalobJan 27, 2023 09:39 PM
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I hate Garmin for deliberately gimping these "lower" range models. For example, want your kayaking workout to upload as kayaking in Strava or garmin connect? Sorry, you'll have to buy a higher end model. Make sure the activity you're doing is supported by the garmin watch you're looking at. Or…. Buy a Polar or Suunto, they don't deliberately exclude activities so you have to upgrade.
Jan 27, 2023 09:46 PM
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imsuperjpJan 27, 2023 09:46 PM
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Jan 28, 2023 01:40 PM
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darthalalJan 28, 2023 01:40 PM
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Quote from nate.the.great :
What features of the Fenix 7 are you looking for that the ForeRunners don't have? They are really close unless you specifically want features like electronic shifting support on your bike.

Most likely the update is going to be OLED screens for the ForeRunner series. The Fenix lineup already has that in the form of the Epix, so don't expect the Fenix line to have a new release or discount any time soon.
I know it's half petty, but the build/look. I've been using a Forerunner 235 since I first got back into running as an adult, and it's treated me great, but just looks and feels cheap now. I bought a Fenix 6 Sapphire (returned due to GPS issues..) that I much prefer the look of and that just seems like it will hold up to other things (MTB, woodworking) better, too. But I'm mostly trail running or MTB, so I'd like the newer/better GPS hardware of the Fenix7/955 series over the 6, even ignoring the issues I had with mine.

I think most of the rest of the features that I want (maps, better weather, integrated "coach", body battery, better music/phone integration, Garmin Pay) is on the newer Forerunners now, I just like the looks of the Fenix series.
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Feb 25, 2023 04:45 PM
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Feb 25, 2023 04:45 PM
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Quote from Isiton :
Good price. I will note that Garmin 965 and 265 are expected to be announced in next few days, after which we can see a price reduction on 955 and 255. Might be worth waiting till middle of Feb.
Any price drops on 955 or 255?
Feb 25, 2023 05:14 PM
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IsitonFeb 25, 2023 05:14 PM
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Quote from Playswithsquirrel :
Any price drops on 955 or 255?
They are saying 965 and 265 will be announced on Mar 16. So, we should start seeing some price drops after that.
Mar 05, 2023 12:06 PM
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musklesgMar 05, 2023 12:06 PM
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Quote from Isiton :
They are saying 965 and 265 will be announced on Mar 16. So, we should start seeing some price drops after that.
965 and 265 came out a few days ago but I think it may be some months before we see steeper discounts on new sales of 255.

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