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Apr 29, 2026 7:01 AM

Garmin Varia RCT715 Rearview Bike Radar w/ Camera & Tail Light

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Various Retailers have Garmin Varia RCT715 Rearview Bike Radar w/ Camera & Tail Light (010-02474-00) on sale for $299.99. Shipping is free.

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About this product:
  • 1080p video recording at 30fps or 720p resolution
  • Rearview radar detects vehicles up to 153 yards away
  • Battery life up to 6 hours with camera recording at 1080p
  • Includes 16GB SD card ready to use right out of box
  • Three power modes including radar-activated camera

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Various Retailers have Garmin Varia RCT715 Rearview Bike Radar w/ Camera & Tail Light (010-02474-00) on sale for $299.99. Shipping is free.

Available from:Thanks to Deal Hunter phoinix for sharing this deal.

About this product:
  • 1080p video recording at 30fps or 720p resolution
  • Rearview radar detects vehicles up to 153 yards away
  • Battery life up to 6 hours with camera recording at 1080p
  • Includes 16GB SD card ready to use right out of box
  • Three power modes including radar-activated camera

Editor's Notes

Written by jimmytx | Staff
  • About this Store:
  • Additional Information:
    • This offer matches our front page deal from August 2024 which earned over 20 thumbs up.
    • Please see the original post for additional details and/or view the Wiki and forum comments for further helpful discussion if available.

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I haven't used the one with the camera, but these are super impressive when paired with a head unit or watch. Being able to see how many cars are coming up behind you, as well as how rapidly, is so nice when compared with trying to watch over the shoulder.
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Apr 30, 2026 3:35 PM
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SwampStomperApr 30, 2026 3:35 PM
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Something that could be very useful!
Apr 30, 2026 5:13 PM
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Fixation68Apr 30, 2026 5:13 PM
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I love this thing, not the price. But nice
Apr 30, 2026 5:44 PM
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ben_r_Apr 30, 2026 5:44 PM
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Got one on my road bike. The rear light and radar are both awesome and the camera is just nice to have in case I ever get hit by a car.
Apr 30, 2026 11:08 PM
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dmob336Apr 30, 2026 11:08 PM
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Cool, didn't know this existed. Very smart!
May 1, 2026 7:22 AM
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mtbsam68May 1, 2026 7:22 AM
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I haven't used the one with the camera, but these are super impressive when paired with a head unit or watch. Being able to see how many cars are coming up behind you, as well as how rapidly, is so nice when compared with trying to watch over the shoulder.
May 2, 2026 11:38 AM
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deshwasiMay 2, 2026 11:38 AM
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Best bike accessory (have non-camera one). Audible cue is best part. Openear headphones, magsafe mount on handlebar, ridewithgps on phone.
May 4, 2026 2:38 AM
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pablo.May 4, 2026 2:38 AM
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Quote from deshwasi View quoted comment :
Best bike accessory (have non-camera one). Audible cue is best part. Openear headphones, magsafe mount on handlebar, ridewithgps on phone.
How hot does your phone get?
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May 4, 2026 3:19 AM
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deshwasiMay 4, 2026 3:19 AM
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Quote from pablo. View quoted comment :
How hot does your phone get?
if anything its cooler being on bike. havent noticed any heat. its not a charging mount.
May 4, 2026 6:27 PM
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sounderSDMay 5, 2026 3:41 AM
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Quote from Konraden View quoted comment :
I also have the one without camera and I'll say I don't think it's worth buying. Don't get me wrong. The radar is immensely good at what it does. But knowing a car is approaching from behind me doesn't really do anything for me--a car is pretty much always approaching. My behavior isn't changing. The radar does not actively or passively contribute to my safety posture in any meaningful way.
Forever vigilant 🥷
May 10, 2026 4:09 AM
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MatveyMMay 10, 2026 4:09 AM
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Quote from Konraden View quoted comment :
I also have the one without camera and I'll say I don't think it's worth buying. Don't get me wrong. The radar is immensely good at what it does. But knowing a car is approaching from behind me doesn't really do anything for me--a car is pretty much always approaching. My behavior isn't changing. The radar does not actively or passively contribute to my safety posture in any meaningful way.
The varia is the best tool one can buy. It doesn't replace looking over the shoulder but allows one to be comfortable on the road knowing that no car will blast right past you.
May 10, 2026 4:12 AM
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adroit4May 10, 2026 4:12 AM
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May 10, 2026 4:25 AM
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cosplaylove97May 10, 2026 4:25 AM
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Great concept but Garmin is kinda behind. This is an old release with only 1080p video, and it hasn't been updated. 1080p wont always be enough to catch the license plate of a car especially at night. There are a lot of clones out now with higher resolution video or very similar smart features that connect to any cycling computer. If you feel like you need a device like this definitely do some research, theres a lot of great competition out there around the same price point or cheaper. Chinese brands have caught up in tech and quality, so for a device like this, the garmin name doesn't mean much compared to something like their satellite communicators.
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May 10, 2026 4:39 AM
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n8236May 10, 2026 4:39 AM
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I have the light only version as well and it's one of the best safety devices you'll ever buy. It's for being seen and allows you to ride with caution when with traffic. Drivers with their phones are as distracted as ever.

https://youtu.be/Dyr-KJy-xKo?si=T8PBHb9LCVFu2b2W. DC Rainmaker does not recommend at $400.

$150-$200 sure. $300, no ty. Fix the issues first.
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May 10, 2026 11:32 AM
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ElatedCalculator665May 10, 2026 11:32 AM
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I have the non-camera version. It is much cheaper and makes the ride feel a lot safer.

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