
When you can rely on Instinct, the world can rely on you. This rugged, reliable outdoor GPS watch is built to the U.S. military standard 810G for thermal, shock and water resistance (rated to 100 meters). The fiber-reinforced polymer case adds strength and durability, and the chemically strengthened, scratch-resistant display is high-contrast enough to read in bright sunlight, so you can take it with you into the extremes you face every day.
You've never been one to follow the beaten path - that's where Instinct comes in. GPS, GLONASS and Galileo satellite network capability tracks in more challenging environments than GPS alone. The built-in 3-axis compass and barometric altimeter help you keep your bearings. Take the guesswork out of your return journey by using the TracBack feature to navigate the same route back to start.
The Instinct GPS watch monitors your heart rate, activity and stress throughout the day, so you know how much you do - and how hard you're working to do it. When you're ready to train, Garmin has got you covered with preloaded activity profiles for running, biking, swimming and more.
Q: Does the screen display the actual text message received?
A: Yes you can see from whom and scroll down to read the entire message.
A: The Instinct does include a Kayaking activity. This includes POINT-TO-POINT NAVIGATION, BREAD CRUMB TRAIL IN REAL TIME, BACK TO START and TRACBACK®. For more information contact us at [email protected] or visit our Support Center, https://support.garmin.com/en-US/ Thanks Jenny
A: Yes it will still count steps. Haven't charge mine in over a week and I'm > 80%! I only use mine as a watch/activity tracker, so not notifcations/GPS etc for me. I love this watch!
Q: Can you change colors on the watch face and can you add apps from the Garmin web page?
A: The instinct display allows a black on white background or a white on black background but does not have additional color options. You cannot download apps or watch faces from Garmin Connect with this model
Q: Does the watch check your blood pressure?
A: No it does not seem to. Being in the health care field, I would not trust any automatic, or wrist based system to do blood pressure.
A: I did, and it's very easy
Q: How long does the battery last when in GPS mode? Will it last 50K or 100K race?
A: The Instinct's battery life is: Smartwatch mode: Up to 14 days GPS mode: Up to 16 hours UltraTrac™ mode: Up to 40 hours For more information contact us at [email protected] or visit our Support Center, https://support.garmin.com/en-US/ Thanks Jenny