Forerunner 965

Garmin

Forerunner 965

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Switching from Apple Watch to Garmin — is it really worth it?

Hey everyone, I’ve been thinking about this for months and wanted to hear some real opinions from people who’ve actually made the jump from an Apple Watch to a Garmin (especially the Forerunner or Fenix series).

I currently use an Apple Watch Series 10, and honestly, I’m really happy with it. The G

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Spiritual_Basil_5665 in r/Strava

October 21, 2025 6:34 AM

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Fenix 8 47mm AMOLED

Just got my Fenix 8, idk man, but this thing looks massive compared to my Forerunner 965 I had. 😅 watch is amazing overall maybe I have to get used to the rugged design.

a__nunez in r/GarminFenix

November 19, 2025 5:52 PM

129

First Garmin!

Just got my first Garmin, really happy with the forerunner 965! Any tips and tricks?

Siremeaws in r/GarminWatches

June 29, 2025 6:23 PM

366

Finally joined the Garmin family

Have to give shoppers a huge shoutout for their bonus points redemption event allowing me to get this forerunner 965 for under $600.

Can’t wait to start using this and the coaching features to improve my training after having an Apple Watch for over 7 years. Already this watch blows Apple out of th

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s3an99 in r/GarminWatches

September 15, 2025 6:44 PM

285

What cool shit have you bought lately?

I think a nice part of being in our 30s is we can afford to buy cool fun things. What have you bought lately?

I got a Garmin Forerunner 965 which is super tight, motivates me to limit my drinking and I’ve been killing cardio because of it

Also fun - bought a LAB putter which is a ton of fun

Anyt

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Kappasoapex in r/AskMenOver30

July 21, 2025 2:38 AM

285

With a heavy heart, I’m returning my 965

I was so excited to get my Forerunner 965. Honestly, it’s lived up to the hype in every way and I love the metrics and functionality it provides — except the sleep tracking. It’s terrible.

I’ve worn the watch 5 nights now and each time the sleep tracking is horrendously off. Last night I slept 7 h

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Error-UsernameTaken in r/GarminWatches

May 23, 2025 2:48 PM

241

What a cool thing.

The Apple Watch feels like training wheels. This feels different. I’m new to working out (with dedication). I started with the series 10 AW. The integration to iOS is fun. But unneeded for someone who is looking to improve their fitness substantially. I’m learning as I go. Not looking to pay a train

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Which_Law_8429 in r/GarminWatches

July 20, 2025 8:37 AM

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First Ultra in the bag 🚴‍♂️💨

Came to Poland's second biggest forest to attempt my first ever Ultra called Wanoga, which stands for 'Adventure' or 'Journey' in local Polish dialect.

I decided to go with 'middle' category of ~356km (~221 miles). There was also 600km 'big' event and 150km race.

The goal was simple: complete the

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Mikoziq in r/gravelcycling

June 2, 2025 8:50 PM

126

New Venu 4

My new Venu 4 arrived yesterday so just wanted to show it off here as it's a very pretty watch.

This definitely feels premium with the full metal casing. It doesn't scream 'sports watch', and could easily be dressed up for an event with a leather strap and simple watch face.

But what it great for

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lasthopeofhumanity in r/GarminWatches

September 25, 2025 12:46 PM

124

Finally got my own shell!

I found an Alden Ocean Double on Facebook marketplace and picked it up two weekends ago. I got it on the water last Saturday. It's kind of heavy and hard to launch with the lake access I have. Thoughts from the day: -I was out for over an hour, about 4 miles, 6200m -I knew I had a lot to learn with

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Jerrypitts15 in r/Rowing

September 10, 2025 1:43 AM

122

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