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Instinct 2 Solar Watch

Instinct 2 Solar Watch

Description

Why We Love The Garmin Instinct 2 Solar Watch

Experience unmatched durability and performance with the Instinct 2 Solar watch. This rugged timepiece is designed to push you further and challenge your limits. Whether you're taking daily steps or embarking on extreme outdoor adventures, this watch has customizable features that allow you to track your fitness and pursuits effortlessly.

One of the key features of the Instinct 2 Solar is its solar charging capability, which provides near limitless battery life. You no longer have to worry about running out of power during your exploration, as this watch harnesses energy from the sun to keep you going. Plus, you can make battery-extending changes on the fly, ensuring that this watch is always ready for action.

Designed to withstand the toughest conditions, the Instinct 2 Solar is water-resistant up to 100m, perfect for exploring open water environments. Its chemically strengthened case ensures exceptional durability, able to endure your most rugged adventures. Additionally, its multi-GNSS support allows you to track your movement deep in the backcountry, so you can confidently explore new territories.

Stay connected with the smart notifications feature, which keeps you in touch with important updates while you're on the go. The large face and high-contrast display make it easy to view the watch's information, even when you're in motion. To explore the complete list of technical features, please refer to the size chart.

The Garmin Instinct 2 Solar Watch is more than just a timepiece - it's your companion for testing your mental fortitude and physical limits. Gear up and embrace the challenge.

Specs

Housing Material: fiber-reinforced polymer

Strap Material: silicone

Face Material: Corning Gorilla Glass

Movement: digital

Pedometer: yes

Odometer: yes, GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, TracBack, UltraTrac

Altimeter: yes

Barometer: yes

Heart Rate Monitor: wrist-based

Technical Features: see size chart

Wireless: Bluetooth, ANT+

Operating System: Garmin Connect

Dual Times: no

Date Indicator: yes

Weekday Indicator: yes

Alarms: alarm clock, high/low HR alert, inactivity alert, custom alerts, goal reached alert

Backlight: yes

Battery Type: rechargeable

Battery Life:

  • Smartwatch: 28 days, unlimited with solar (3hr/day in 50,000 lux conditions)
  • Battery saver watch mode: 65 days, unlimited with solar (3hr/day in 50,000 lux conditions)
  • GPS: 30hr, 48hr with solar (when used in 50,000 lux conditions)
  • Max battery GPS: 70hr, 370hr with solar (when used in 50,000 lux conditions)
  • Expedition GPS: 32 days, unlimited with solar (3hr/day in 50,000 lux conditions)

Low Battery Indicator: yes

Includes Instinct 2 Solar, charging / data cable, documentation

Claimed Weight: 1.9oz

Submersible: yes, 10ATM (100m)

Face Size: 45mm

Manufacturer Warranty: 1 year

Activity: running, hiking, backpacking, climbing, training, MTB, cycling, skiing, snowboarding, nordic skiing, SUP, rowing, paddling, fishing, hunting, tactical, golfing, yoga, casual