epix Pro (Gen 2), 51mm

2 years now using both Apple Watch Ultra (1&2) and a Garmin Epix Pro 2 Sapphire. I have done short triathlon (and all the training), obstacle course races, golf, lifting, hiking and racquet sports with the watches. As I don't do marathons, full tris or multi day hikes in the woods (thus rendering th

The most direct, truthful, answer for me is that I switched back to using an iPhone. When I use Android, it's Garmin. There's no good alternative in that space. However z I do believe the Apple Watch Ultra is the best smartwatch available overall. I've used a Garmin Epix Pro 2 Sapphire regularly sin

I have owned a Galaxy Watch Ultra. I currently own a Watch 8, a Garmin Epix Pro 2 51mm, and an Apple Watch Ultra. I run about 20-40 miles per week depending on if I am preparing for a race or not. I have an iPhone and a Samsung phone (currently zFold 7 and an iPhone 13 mini) because I use one for wo

I go back and forth on this as well. I have an iPhone and an Android phone (for work). So I have an Epix Pro Gen2 51mm, AWU, and a Galaxy Watch Ultra. They are all great devices honestly. I like to not bring my phone on runs if I can help it. Not possible with the Epix as I also like to have texting

I'm currently making the same decision, upgrading from a Fenix 6 sapphire. The Epix/Pro are on sale for amazing prices right now. Refurb 47mm Epix 2 sapphire (probably just open box returns) are $300 at BuyDig, Epix Pro Gen 2 are $550 new for 51 mm and $500 for 47mm sapphire. I have an Epix Pro Gen

So ... I have been going back and forth on this decision in the last 48 hours, and eventually decided to keep the new Epix Pro Gen2 51mm. The bezel definitely look a little better on the 6X because of their chamfered design, but I guess none of the new Garmins have that. The new watch is also 9 gram