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$149.99*: Garmin Varia Cycling Rearview Radar w/ Tail Light (RTL515) at Amazon
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Amazon [amazon.com] has Garmin Varia Cycling Rearview Radar w/ Tail Light (RTL515) for $149.99.
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$50 lower (25% savings) than the list price of $199.99
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$50 lower (25% savings) than the list price of $199.99
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- Frontpage Deal at $140 with 53 Deal Score and 49 comments.
- Frontpage Deal at $150 with 23 Deal Score and 18 comments.
- Frontpage Deal at $150 with 36 Deal Score and 28 comments.
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Amazon [amazon.com] has Garmin Varia Cycling Rearview Radar w/ Tail Light (RTL515) for $149.99.
Shipping is free.
Price
$50 lower (25% savings) than the list price of $199.99
*Deal history:
1,000+ bought in past month
amazon.com/dp/B086TVFX1D [amazon.com]
My other deals
#pfpd
Shipping is free.
Price
$50 lower (25% savings) than the list price of $199.99
*Deal history:
- Frontpage Deal at $140 with 53 Deal Score and 49 comments.
- Frontpage Deal at $150 with 23 Deal Score and 18 comments.
- Frontpage Deal at $150 with 36 Deal Score and 28 comments.
1,000+ bought in past month
amazon.com/dp/B086TVFX1D [amazon.com]
My other deals
#pfpd
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Garmin's Varia RTL515 rear radar and tail light is valued for giving early warning of approaching cars and adding peace of mind on road rides, especially when paired with a phone or compatible Garmin head unit for visual and audio alerts. The light can also change flashing behavior when braking, and the battery is described as lasting hundreds of miles between charges. The main drawbacks are its micro-USB port, which feels dated and awkward with the waterproof flap, and compatibility limits with older bike computers. It is a strong safety aid for riders who want extra awareness without relying on it alone.
The device can detect cars from far behind, which helps riders spot approaching vehicles early for planning.
Using a phone on the handlebar with RideWithGPS can reduce the need to look at the radar display while riding.
The radar plus tail light setup can provide audio cues and adjust flashing behavior for better visibility when braking.
Mounting the radar on a saddle bag can still work well, with false negatives reportedly occurring very rarely.
The charging port is micro-USB rather than USB-C, which can create inconvenience and may require adapters that interfere with the waterproof flap.
The radar information may feel not very actionable, and it may not meaningfully increase safety compared with using mirrors.
Compatibility can be limited, since the radar reportedly does not work with an Edge 810 and may require a newer head unit.
Mounting the unit on the outside of a helmet can increase snag risk during a crash, so breakaway mounting is recommended instead.
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Might need to return this thing. Pathetic.
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