it is one of the most detailed and on the spot review on the youtube. You have described all the features in a way you made me decide that the 47mm is for my size wrist. I also have the Polar V3 which is the same diameter as the Fenix 7 Pro. Thanks for sharing your expirience.

@ActiveIdeas

4 ай бұрын

One of the loveliest comments recently! Thanks for dropping by and sprinkling such nice words 👊🏽 Merry Christmas and hope you enjoy your festive adventures with whichever watch you’re rocking at the moment 🔥🌟

Awesome video man! I greatly appreciated the upload and learned a lot from watching. My wife got me this watch for Christmas and it's my first Garmin. I didn't know anything about it prior to today. Neither did my spouse, she just randomly picked it out. I lucked out big time and am loving the watch. Anyway, safe travels and thanks again 🍻

@ActiveIdeas

4 ай бұрын

Merry Christmas mate! You’ve been absolutely spoiled by your wife 🌟 Also, welcome to the Garmin club 👊🏽 Talk about that for luck 🤣 Glad this video helped you learn some real-world tips and tricks and wish you the best with your adventures. Cheers again mate and all the best 🍻

Great informative video, thank you.

@ActiveIdeas

4 ай бұрын

Top man Chris 👊🏽 Cheers!

Great review! Out of all Garmin 6 and 7 reviews, the first one who mentioned one of the true features, this watch is completely phone independent.

@ActiveIdeas

4 ай бұрын

Thanks for the kind words Alex!! Plenty more awesome videos in the pipeline too 🙈 Do you reckon you’ll get the Fenix 7?

Hey bro! Thanks for another video ! Can't wait for Suunto Race))) I hope you will review them.

@ActiveIdeas

5 ай бұрын

Race video is coming this week! I didn’t want to rush a video out so that I can actually test out all the new features.. still waiting for my HRV balance to calibrate. Spoiler: I’m loving this watch!! 🔥

@defencee

5 ай бұрын

HUH SO WAITING!@@ActiveIdeas

@ActiveIdeas

5 ай бұрын

Yeah, the HRV takes 2 weeks lol

Awesome video. Thanks for taking the time 👍🏼. These new Garmins are really phenomenal. I’ve got the Epix Pro and I have zero complaints. They really nailed it.

@ActiveIdeas

5 ай бұрын

An absolute pleasure! So jealous you’re using the Epix Pro! Can’t wait to try those models.. definitely seems like they nailed it 🔥

@ttattx

Ай бұрын

@@ActiveIdeas I opted for fenix 7x pro instead of the epix - the amoled is a draw for sure, but I'm coming from a 5x plus - so the upgrades on the fenix were very satisfactory to me - besides, I got a 20% disc for OOW trade - so 740 US after tax with discount. I'm happy - coming tomorrow!

@ActiveIdeas

Ай бұрын

Oh mate, you’ve snapped up a FIRE deal there! All the best with it tomorrow, bring on those siiiick adventure 😍

@wilko4085

28 күн бұрын

Bought mine £250 second hand on vinted

@ActiveIdeas

28 күн бұрын

@wilko4085 that’s INSANE!?!? I didn’t even know you could buy Garmin’s on Vinted!? Tell me more 🔥

I really like your style of review. So many just focus on specs and the same old stuff... you actually show how you use it and what features are valuable and practical. Keep it up! Also, what kind of vest is that? looks cool!

@ActiveIdeas

4 ай бұрын

Cheers mate! I’m definitely trying to break the mould of just reading off a specs/marketing sheet 🔥 I personally definitely preferred the reviews with a personal touch and real-world use cases 🙈 cheers again man, I will keep it up! The vest is by Nike amzn.to/3tL4jXP it’s one of the best gilets I’ve ever used for comfort, Thermoregulation and weight/warmth ratio. All the best 🔥👊🏽

@robrockatansky5905

4 ай бұрын

@@ActiveIdeas Thanks man! Happy 2024! Come run in the States too!

@ActiveIdeas

4 ай бұрын

Looking to do a 200 mile event in the states.. haven’t decided which one yet 🌟

helpful video thanks g 🙏

@ActiveIdeas

3 ай бұрын

No worries fam 🙏🏽

GREAT REVIEW!!

@ActiveIdeas

2 ай бұрын

THANKS MIKE 🔥🌟

Very good review. I'll take a close look at this watch.

@ActiveIdeas

3 ай бұрын

Thankyou Stewart! It’s a watch well worth taking a close look at.

@RSLtreecare

3 ай бұрын

Hi, I have been looking for a good smart watch for some time. I am not a runner, but I do spend a lot of time walking, backpacking, bushcraft and mountain plus tracking in Spain, my wife is Spanish. I also work in a mix of outdoor, support projects. I want to keep a close check on my health.

@ActiveIdeas

3 ай бұрын

Sounds like a great watch for your use case and hopefully it helps you keep track of your health mate. Very lucky to have in-law family in Spain, I bet the trails are stunning out there ❤️

Just recieved a refurbished fenix 7 solar sapphire, thumbs up perfect watch

@ActiveIdeas

4 ай бұрын

Dayum, did they upgrade you from an older Fenix? It is rather perfect 🔥 What should they do for the Fenix 8?

Good video. I have the 7X and personally never felt it's too big once you get it on a nylon strap and my wrists about the same as yours.

@ActiveIdeas

5 ай бұрын

Thanks for dropping a comment! 🙏🏽 Super appreciate it! 🌟 The 7X is such a great watch 🔥 I can’t wait for a good deal on it! I guess you just get used to the size, I eventually got used to the Enduro 2 but it was definitely not as comfortable as this 7 Pro.. even with the UltraFit band .. i did miss the battery life though. It’s night and day, the 7 🪫 vs 7X 🔋

I've had my Garmin fenix 7x pro sapphire solar now for 5 months, and it's a beast. I'll never go back to G Shock that's for sure

@ActiveIdeas

8 күн бұрын

Corr G SHOCK!? I’m not surprised haha, it is 2024 after all! Welcome to the Garmin Club 🔥

@leonpatrick5606

8 күн бұрын

@@ActiveIdeas Thanks

@ActiveIdeas

8 күн бұрын

👊🏽🔥

What you said about the 47mm compared to the 51mm is what ive needed to hear, i had the fenix 7x and i sold it because of the size and weight of it, it was too noticeable. But to hear the 7 pro feels normal is a big selling point for me.

@ActiveIdeas

Ай бұрын

I’m in the exact same camp as you mate.. I went both ways.. tried the 7s and it felt too small with not so great battery life.. and tried the Enduro 2 which just felt like a brick haha. The 7 pro is the perfect weight, fantastic battery life and a super bright flashlight 🔥 Let me know if you go for it! Also check my links for some good deals 😉

Banger piece of kit.

@ActiveIdeas

4 ай бұрын

Agreed 👊🏽🔥

I picked up the fenix 7 solar pro a week ago with a lovely student discount the amount of data it provides compared to my old Apple Watch Series 8 is amazing definitely worth the purchase

@ActiveIdeas

2 ай бұрын

Welcome to the club! I absolutely LOVE Garmin for the amount of data they provide.. there’s no doubt about it, it’s industry leading and actually offers accurate and insightful information about your wellbeing training 🔥

Solid perspective based on real world use.

@ActiveIdeas

5 ай бұрын

Cheers Matty! 💫

Thanks for putting out this video! I like the ability to multitask by long-pressing the back button during an activity. Do you know if this works for the Forerunner 955 as well?

@ActiveIdeas

5 ай бұрын

In terms of the multi-tasking “cards” like what you get on an iPhone.. I’m honestly not quite sure, Garmin has weird limitations on its software support. I do know that you definitely can go back to the home screen on the 955 using the same button during an activity and access anything on the watch which is just as good. 🌟 i believe this will require you to set that button as a hot key which takes you back to the hone screen if that makes sense lol. Hope that helped 👊🏽

Another awesome video! I wish I would have found your channel sooner! Out of all the other watches with navigation and maps which one do you like the best? I’ve been looking at Garmin, Suunto and coros. Also out of those 3, which eco system do you like?

@ActiveIdeas

5 ай бұрын

Its a pleasure to have you on board Anthony! Corr, I’m abit greedy, if using the navigation I’m usually heading out with two watches (one as a backup incase the other fails). For example during the spine race I used both the Garmin & Coros. Or for hiking Pen Y Fan in wales with Mikaela I used the Suunto & Garmin 👍🏽 Garmin = Navigation features such as being able to click the map and be directed to your destination with turn by turn navigation (no phone needed) 🤯 Suunto - The most accurate of the bunch for pin point movements in the mountains felt safe and trustworthy. Only friction wit the maps is you actually have to spend ages downloading them in the first place with good Wi-Fi Coros - The dark horse. On the spine race I messed up the Suunto maps download and the Garmin failed to hold gps acquisition. I was left with the Vertix 2 navigation and it is a major reason that I finished that 268 mile race without getting lost. (Still had 36% battery life after 6 days of using it) 🤯. For me it depends how tech savvy you are (do you want to spend ages downloading maps), how much accuracy you need (are you trailing mountains) and how much GPS reliability you need. Ecosystems.. I’m comfortable with Garmin (used it for over a decade). But I LOVE the Suunto app, it’s fantastic. Coros is nor here nor there 👍🏽 Hope that helps bud 👊🏽

@anthonyrampino7734

5 ай бұрын

@@ActiveIdeas thanks for all the great info! Sounds like it’s between the Suunto and the Garmin. I do gym training and trail walking/hiking. The trails are mostly wooded and some mountains. If you had to choose between the suunto vertical, race or the Garmin which would you prefer? I don’t mind downloading maps. I’m just trying to figure out which one is best for the money and usability.

@anthonyrampino7734

5 ай бұрын

Also one that has durability and comfort like you said about the Garmin for wearing to bed.

@ActiveIdeas

5 ай бұрын

@anthonyrampino7734 that’s a tough one, the Suunto race is a bargain, I’d definitely choose that on a budget. It’s been so fun to test and is unbelievably good for the price. But if I had all the money to splurge and was buying tomorrow.. I’d also love to try the Epix Pro Gen 2 51mm edition. Hope that helps 💰🤷🏽‍♂️💰💰

@ActiveIdeas

5 ай бұрын

Ahh man, you had to add that didn’t you 🤣 you want comfort AND maps… choose between the Suunto Race and this Fenix 7 pro.. whichever one you buy you’ll be happy. Whilst the 7 Pro is almost twice as expensive it makes up for it with its heart rate sensor, flashlight and comfort. Either watch you get make sure to get a nylon strap. If you’re still undecided you might just have to wait for my Suunto Race video coming next week 🤣😉

Let’s goooo!! 🔥

@ActiveIdeas

5 ай бұрын

It’s go time! 💫

Thumbs up, good video. I'd go for the 42mm myself, puny wrists unfortunately. I'm very much partial to MIP displays in sports watches but it's hard to deny that with Amoled comes much better resolution for maps. Any thoughts on the Epix and/or any chance you could make a comparison video?

@ActiveIdeas

5 ай бұрын

Hey Rob! Thanks for dropping by and leaving a comment 🔥 The 42mm is super comfortable tbf.. i really enjoyed testing the Fenix 7s Solar sapphire model.. the smaller 7s Pro with the flashlight is the coolest little gadget. You genuinely forget you’re wearing it. Yeah the maps look better on the Amoled however during the day in bright sunlight there really isn’t much difference and both are pleasant to use even for extreme navigation situations. Amoled is better in those darker/indoor environments 👍🏽 I buy all my watches (they’re not provided by Garmin) so I can’t guarantee when I’ll have the Epix but it is next on my list to review so shouldn’t be long 👊🏽

@i_kar

3 ай бұрын

what is your wrist size ?@@ActiveIdeas @robhunt8378

Thanks for sharing. Coming from Samsung watch I find it a chore to press a few buttons for missed notifications in the Garmins. They should learn from Samsung by having a colored dot at the 9 o'clock position for user to swipe left or right to see all missed notifications.

@ActiveIdeas

3 ай бұрын

Thanks for the comment! It’s always tough going from one platform to another. I’ve just began testing a polar watch and I’m struggling with the interface because it’s all soo different haha. The saving Grace is that there’s a lot of customisation on the Garmin so maybe you could set up a hot key for your notifications which would then be even quicker to access than Samsung 👍🏽

Thank you for a very nice video. I own the Garmin Fenix 7X Pro Solar. I really like the watch, but as you mentioned about the size, it's quite big, so I consider buying the 7 Pro instead. I actually switched away from the Apple Watch Ultra 2, mainly because I had to charge it like every other day, and it only works with an iPhone. Soorry if my English gramma is not up to Google standards. But what I really love about the Garmin watches is that they work well across platforms. They perform just as well with the companion app on iOS and Android. Since my backup phone in the field is an Android phone, I really like this feature. And since I drive a lot in traffic due to work, I like to be able to monitor my heart rate to make sure that when I get to a rest stop, I can do some breathing exercises to get my heart rate back under control again. I also really enjoy that you get the morning report, as you stated in your video. Unlike the Apple watches where you just need to "CLOSE YOUR RINGS" for the day, the Garmins suggests your activity for the day based on your sleep pattern, or lack thereof. Sorry for my late comment but KZread only presented your video just now. Liked and subscriped.

@ActiveIdeas

Ай бұрын

Thankyou so much for sharing your thoughts and experiences! You make some really good points about Garmin vs Apple and the Android/Ios compatibility 🔥 I’m so excited to see what else Garmin does this year, bring it on 🫢 Thanks for like and subscribing 👊🏽🔥

As a watch guy (I like traditional watches) I just had to go for the 7S Sapphire Solar. Sapphire glass is a must-have for me and the 42mm size is close to the size of the traditional "real" watches I usually wear. Solar I could go without but I got the 7S Sapphire Solar for a great deal now (not the Pro) for just $499 here in Sweden. Really happy with that as I start taking my health more seriously and start tracking it (I am a data-nerd). I did have the Fenix 3HR way back and so I went with another Fenix as I am sure I will get used to it fast, compared to say the Suunto alternatives that I was also looking at before placing my order.

@ActiveIdeas

3 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing that mate! Really appreciate the comment! The 7S sapphire solar is a fantastic buy and for $499 you’ve grabbed yourself an absolute bargain! 🔥 good luck with your health and fitness journey my man.. rooting for you!

@TheOscarWerner

3 ай бұрын

Where did you get it for that price? :-)

@tobias_dahlberg

3 ай бұрын

@@TheOscarWerner Outdoorexperten had a good deal posted on their last one in stock but it was too good to be true. It didn't get shipped for 3 days and so I contacted them and they said it wasn't available anymore. So there must have been something wrong on their side. So I bought a regular Fenix 7S from Scandinavian Photo instead for like $500.

@TheOscarWerner

3 ай бұрын

@@tobias_dahlberg Ah fair! Bad luck and hope you get it next time :-)

Yes sir! I've got the Fenix 7 Solar. It's got an incredible list of features that many other watches don't have. (Looking at you Apple Watch "Ultra")

@ActiveIdeas

3 ай бұрын

It’s an absolute beast!! What do you think Garmin should do with the Fenix 8?

@VernL4

3 ай бұрын

@@ActiveIdeas Fenix 8? It's gotta have the next generation hear rate sensor that they are putting in all of the other devices. I'd like the flashlight that the other watches are getting as well. I'd like to see the solar panel be more effective. One thing that I don't understand is why the Fenix can not automatically start an activity. My wife's $200 Vivoactive 4 does this. The Fenix? It creates a "Move IQ" event. It shows up in my daily summary, but doesn't count as an official activity. I would like more memory onboard- enough to be able to have the North America maps as well as those for Germany on the watch at the same time. (Or maybe just more control over which regions are on the watch- splitting NA into smaller portions or likewise with those for Europe.)

@ActiveIdeas

3 ай бұрын

@VernL4 agree with everything you’ve said! What are your thoughts on LTE and cellular connectivity?

@VernL4

3 ай бұрын

@@ActiveIdeas Honestly, a data connection on the watch doesn't really appeal to me. I ALWAYS have my phone with me, so the watch having it's own data connection is redundant and a battery drain. AND, for the times when I'm where there is no cell phone service, I enjoy the relief from constant notifications!

0:25 Wow looks like they have sped up the UI a bit. I remember the Garmin Enduro 2 that I had was super slow and laggy and the compass was not that fast for sure. Looks a lot smoother now.

@ActiveIdeas

Ай бұрын

Yeah! I do love the UI on Garmin.. feels weird having such a smooth MIP screen 🤣 I have zero complaints with the new Garmin’s apart from gps issues which seems pretty common the more I research it

little late to the party, but I just wanted to say, this is really great review.

@ActiveIdeas

15 күн бұрын

Mario mate, means the world! 👊🏽 Cheers! 🔥

Great video, thinking about buying the Fenix 7 pro, question regarding saved locations, are saved locations "icons" always visible on the map during an activity, or do I have to choose "navigate to" in order to see them?

@ActiveIdeas

11 күн бұрын

What a great question mate! I remember from filming my forerunner 965 navigation video that the saved locations icon DO stay visible on the which is cool! Check out that video for an in-depth Garmin maps video 🌟🙏🏽

@icaadanne1

11 күн бұрын

@@ActiveIdeas thanks, Il do that, the 965 looks nice, was looking at it, but not sure if the battery will last during a full days hike, with navigation and lots of looking at the map:) using a Suunto vertical atm, but it's hurting me, like the vertix 2 did for you😂 but I really like the fact that with Suunto I can see my poi/saved locations on the map, handy if I want to do a detour, without having to go in to menus and route to it in order to se then:)

Great review 😊 Ive just bought a 7 Pro Sapphire Solar, titanium with chestnut band, probably slightly wasted on me, but Ive been running and walking with the dog each day, and trying to loose weight, Ive not been impressed with the accuracy and battery life of my current watch. These really do look fantastic, I love the thought of not having to charge it constantly, and keeping a better track of my fitness. how do you find it to wear at nigt?

@ActiveIdeas

11 күн бұрын

Welcome to the Garmin club! I’m very jealous of the Chestnut band, always wanted to try that, looks great! 🔥 I found sleeping in the Fenix 7 Pro super comfortable, it’s up there with the most comfortable adventure watches to sleep in.. I did pair it with a nylon strap though which I find is a game changer for wearing at night and for dialling in the fit during workouts for more accurate heart rate

@piczoo

11 күн бұрын

@@ActiveIdeas Thank you 🙂 Hopefully it should be dispatched today hopefully. So tomorrow evening will be spent having a play, I do like the look of the band, but I may use the silicone one when running, as I do wonder how the leather will look if it gets sweat on. Your band looks great I think, and looks comfortable. That's great to hear with regards being comfortable at night as well, I would like to track my sleep as well.

@ActiveIdeas

11 күн бұрын

Yeah save that leather band for nice occasions, the leather will age quickly if treated like silicone bands 👊🏽 Yess, highly recommend the nylon strap, makes the watch super lightweight. It’s definitely worth tracking your sleep to get all of your sleep, HRV, body battery and stress data 🔥 Makes all the recovery metrics more accurate 🌟

@piczoo

11 күн бұрын

@@ActiveIdeas Definitely, would be nice to keep it looking good! Will definitely look to getting the nylon strap I think. It will be great to get all the data from it. I have a Withings Scan watch 2 at the moment, I've never been pleased with the accuracy of the results from it.

@ActiveIdeas

11 күн бұрын

@piczoo you are going to LOVE this massive step up to the Fenix 7 Pro mate, let me know how you get on

Thinking about the Fenix 7, 965, and 955. I do multi day backpacking, so leaning towards the MIPs displays. For the price, the 955 seems a bit more reasonably priced over the Fenix 7. Thoughts?

@ActiveIdeas

5 ай бұрын

Hey Phill! The 955 is a fantastic watch (now it’s had bug fixes etc) and definitely worth it if you can find it for a good deal. I’d look for prices less than £400/$480 (for the solar version) as a ballpark figure. The 965 feels like a luxury to use but maybe not best suited for multi-day backpacking. Quite honestly for that activity I’d suggest the Fenix 7X Solar Sapphire or the Enduro 2 off a second hand market site 👍🏽 The flashlight, battery life and features are a hiking game changer on those watches. Hope that helps mate 🌟

@tiaancoetzer3820

5 ай бұрын

If you have the money i would recommend going for the fenix 7. With black Friday deals coming up I would recommend checking if you cant find a good sale where the fenix 7 can cost almost the same as the 955. with regards to the MIP, for battery life with multiday hikes I would recommend using a MIP it just last longer.

@ActiveIdeas

5 ай бұрын

🔥🔥 the jury has spoken

Watch looks massive on your wrist. Should have went with the S. Thanks for the video

@ActiveIdeas

3 ай бұрын

I agree, I’ve also got a video on the 7s .. you’ll see how tiny it looks on my wrist. 🤣 I keep saying in my videos as I want the message to get through to Garmin but I feel like a 45mm watch IS the ultimate size for most many and woman offering a middle ground in terms of battery life 🔥I have a good feeling about the New Garmin Enduro 3’s 🙈

I have the instinct 2x(love it). Would you grab the fenix 7 pro solar sapphire for $600

@ActiveIdeas

5 ай бұрын

Man! I wish I got a chance to test the Instinct 2X! There are some great deals on that watch atm so I might grab one 😍 I would DEFINITELY grab a Fenix 7 pro for $600 bill, that’s a bargain 👍🏽

I bought a 955 solar and I'm happy

@ActiveIdeas

3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for dropping a comment, the 955 solar is a banger of a watch 🔥 😍

@peko111pe

3 ай бұрын

​@@ActiveIdeasI bought 955 for €440. I can still return 955. Should I buy Fenix ​​7 Pro, is it worth it?

Can you please do a video like this for the epix pro?

@ActiveIdeas

4 ай бұрын

Honestly I would LOVE to! But I Currently don’t have a spare £700 unfortunately

@anthonyrampino7734

4 ай бұрын

@@ActiveIdeas I understand. That’s why I’m having a hard time deciding between Suunto and Garmin. Are you still making a video on the updates for the Suunto Race?

@ActiveIdeas

4 ай бұрын

It’s filmed and edited I just haven’t got round to the thumbnail. Yeah, I get it. Honestly don’t think you’d be disappointed with either.. between them two it really comes down to price .. could got the Race, Wing headphones AND a heart rate strap and still come in under some of the Epix range 💰

@anthonyrampino7734

4 ай бұрын

@@ActiveIdeas that’s true $$. I got the Wing for Christmas! Very cool headphones! I’m looking forward to your update review!

Is the mapping the same for the 965? Or is the Fenix more detailed?

@ActiveIdeas

5 ай бұрын

Yes and no… The new Fenix/Epix Pro do have more detail than all other Garmin watches due to its weather overlays and “shaded relief” which makes seeing hills and gradients much easier. However if you’re not in mountainous terrain and don’t care about weather overlays then you won’t notice a difference 🌟

Hey man, would mind sharing your opinion ?Between Suunto vertical , Garmin forerunner 965 and Garmin Fenix 7 pro which one would you say is the best ? Mainly going to be used for skiing and running! Thank you in advance

@ActiveIdeas

5 ай бұрын

The 965 is an excellent watch but I did have the screen (it slightly protrudes) scratched up after 2 weeks of light use. I don’t think its durability will survive skiing. I’ve used Suunto for skiing in Les Arcs and loved the experience. It dealt with being out in -16°C plus the sauna and steam rooms after ⛷️🧖🏽I bashed it about on all surfaces and it still looks brand new and never glitched out. Altimeter worked flawlessly and it was nice to check in with my spo2. Lots of winter sport profiles. I haven’t used Garmin for Skiing but from the review videos I’ve watched it always looked great for this activity. From my personal usage I know the durability isn’t as rugged as the Suunto but it’s good enough and the screen is bullet proof. The heart rate sensor is much better on Garmin, you get ski maps and lots of winter sport activities. The only catch is the price. I would say go Fenix 7 pro 👍🏽 but if you want to save some money.. (and you mentioned the amoled 965) maybe consider the Suunto Race for skiing and running Hope that helps 🌟

@Simba_903

5 ай бұрын

thank you very much for sharing your experience so analytically, it really helps. I think you made me lean towards Suunto a little more for some reason! The built quality looks more rugged and I think I’m gonna go for the vertical due to the fact that is being build in Finland. Also Les Arcs sounds like a dream 💭 All the best mate .

@ActiveIdeas

4 ай бұрын

Les Arcs really was a dream, maybe I just had my honeymoon goggles on because it was my first time skiing.. but I don’t know how you can top a resort like that, especially for groups with a mixed range of abilities 🌟 All the best with your adventures, glad I could help and hope you’re enjoying the Vertical 🔥

Hi mate, can you tell me the name of the watch face at 9:00 min? ( purple )Thank you in advance

@ActiveIdeas

2 ай бұрын

That one was downloaded from ConnectIQ. It’s siiick! 🔥 Type “retro” into watch face search in connect IQ, then enjoy 🍻

Where did you buy the nylon strap?

@ActiveIdeas

5 ай бұрын

Link is in the description 👍🏽 Highly recommend it for a more comfortable, enjoyable watch experience 🔥

Great watch enjoyed the Fenix 7 a lot but as im now nearly 45 amoled is the way to go for me to be honest 😅 so i got an Epix and its great yeah miss the battery life of the Fenix but well thats the price you have to pay getting old

@ActiveIdeas

26 күн бұрын

Oh man! Not looking forward to this 🤣 Although, terrifyingly, won’t be long until everybody is walking Tesla’s neuralink and MIP vs Amoled screens will be a thing of the past 🤭 I have this weird gut feeling (plus some of the rumours I’ve read on the 5Krunner blog) that Garmin are going to release a new Enduro 3 or Epix Gen 3 extremely soon. I have my fingers crossed 🤞🏽

Does the LED get hot when turned on for a long time? Will it damage the watch? If we do not consider battery consumption

@ActiveIdeas

Ай бұрын

I never felt the LED get hot. You hit the nail on the head about battery life.. the Garmin will drain quite quickly in brighter LED modes 👍🏽 the lowest LED mode is plenty bright enough, will last days if left on if my memory serves me correctly and definitely won’t warm up. For those brighter modes, I think the watch’s battery would die before you’d run into any overheating issues.. also bear in mind you’d probably be using this outside moving with lots of ventilation.. hot LEDs is a very non-issue basically 👍🏽 Hope this helps 💫

Hi! Did you know the name of the Watch Face you are currently using in your Fenix ?

@ActiveIdeas

2 ай бұрын

Thanks for the comment mate! The watch face is exactly the stock watch face it comes with in factory settings but the only difference is I’ve gone into “customise watch face” and turned the background colour from black to white. I feel this helps with visibility 🔥Hope this helps 👊🏽

Would you choose the fenix 7 pro over the Coros watches?

@ActiveIdeas

5 ай бұрын

Personally I would yes. But this did cost much more (nearly three times the price) and the gps performed better on Coros in my testing when it really mattered ⛰️📍

I've come across a lot of button issues online on the fenix from 7 up to the most recent 7pro models, the buttons or a button stops working. Especially after being in the ocean. Even months later. And for me I spend a lot of time in the ocean. Not sure if I want the thought of it happening in the back of my head all the time. Lol

@ActiveIdeas

2 ай бұрын

The benefit you genuinely do have with Garmin is fantastic customer service; but your concerns are legitimate. If I was super-super worried about this and had a similar lifestyle I would get a Fenix 7X pro and swim with it in the ocean every day and maybe after about a year and a half I would contact Garmin and say I had issues with the buttons (tbf I have had a lot of Garmin’s buttons go “mushy” or weird) so by then cracks could be starting to show. They’ll either repair or replace (no questions asked, free of charge).. then I’d sell the brand new replacement and get a Fenix 8 which will probably be out by then 🙈 Just to put your mind at ease though.. I was actually impressed with 7 Pro buttons, I showered with it on every day (exposing it to lots of chemicals). No issues really. BUT if you’re looking for the best buttons in the business.. look no further than the Suunto Vertical. It’s a whole other level of durability and build quality. And if you don’t need maps.. you’re even luckier, you can try the Suunto 9 Peak Pro.. built like a tank. I’ve taken it skiing -16°c for 10 days.. ice bathed daily since November, hot showered (40°C), ocean plunged and hopped in the Sauna with this thing. It still looks and feels brand new. Buttons are smooth and clicky 😄 We’re over a year of testing now 🤯 You don’t get that silky smooth software of Garmin but you get a bulletproof device 👌🏽 But yeah, hope this helped mate, any questions just ask 👊🏽🔥

@mwboost

2 ай бұрын

@@ActiveIdeas oh ok. Yeah sweet 👍🏼

@ActiveIdeas

2 ай бұрын

🌟

Is there any difference between this and the old EPIX gen 2? Coz epix is on 60% sale!

@ActiveIdeas

5 ай бұрын

With this you’ll get a brighter flashlight, better heart rate (it’s unbelievably good), and ECG 👍🏽 depends if those things matter to you… also probably much better battery life (this is a MIP screen) how that helps 🌟

@brucelin5842

5 ай бұрын

But I already bought the epix gen 2 that was on sale 2 weeks ago what should I do now? Buy venu 3? Or maybe Apple Watch ultra2 ?@@ActiveIdeas

@brucelin5842

4 ай бұрын

@@ActiveIdeas is mip better ? It got much lower resolution..

@ActiveIdeas

4 ай бұрын

@brucelin5842 it’s better on direct sun light .. amoled looks better at night and indoors 🔥

Hello! I am running a 100km race in January. I've never had a smartwatch, but now that I am getting into these sports, I find my self in need of a good sports watch. I don't know much about smart watches. All I know is I prefer the fenix over all other options as far as all of your videos and other people's reviews on them. My question is, is it still worth the costly investment? Is the Fenix 8 coming out anytime soon?? Thanks!!

@ActiveIdeas

5 ай бұрын

Oh wicked, what 100km you doing if you don’t mind me asking!? Hope it goes well mate! Yeah, it definitely pays off having a god watch.. if you’re already doing 100k’s you’ll make good use of one ⌚️ Yeah, te Fenix is a good way to go. I wouldn’t wait for the Fenix 8, whilst it’s possible we’ll see one next year.. based on their recent release cycles I would say it’s highly unlikely. Best deal you can get right now is the Fenix 7X Solar Saphhire on a blac Friday deal. If you can get that watch for £500 (I’ve seen this price multiple times) then I’d say go for it 😍🔥 All the best, Kingsley

@shropshirecycle

5 ай бұрын

If you are are thinking of ultra running, would the 965 be a good buy, or is it worth getting the Fenix 7 pro?

@israelvlbs

5 ай бұрын

@@ActiveIdeas I’m running at the Bandera 100k! Is the Pro version of it worth the extra investment?

@ActiveIdeas

4 ай бұрын

100% I’d the time I would suggest the Fenix 7 for ultra running when compared to the 965 🙈

@ActiveIdeas

4 ай бұрын

Good luck with the Bandera 100K 😍 it’s a western states qualifier.. are you looking to podium? 😉 For me, I’d rather just spend the extra money and get the pro or not have a Fenix at all 🙈 there are some good deals out at the moment and that flashlight really is too good to pass up 🔥

What is you.re wrist size,mine is about 18 cm and i can.t fugure out if a 42 mm or 47 will fit me better

@ActiveIdeas

2 ай бұрын

Mine is 16.5cm.. my advice would definitely be to go for the 51mm if you want it to “look” right.. but 47mm will still look okay if you want a lighter watch 🔥👊🏽

Great video. Made me pull the trigger and buy one Fenix 7 pro for myself. Just one question, whats the name of the watchface you showed?

@ActiveIdeas

5 ай бұрын

You absolute legend, thanks for the comment. You’re going to love the Fenix 7 Pro, good luck with your adventures! You’ll need to download the ConnectIQ app by Garmin and type in “Retro” .. scroll through the results and you’ll see this sick watch face.. the good news is that it’s free too! 🌟

what are the differences between the pro and regular versions? Is it worth buying the fenix 7 for someone who just needs an everyday watch? I'm currently using apple watch 5

@ActiveIdeas

5 ай бұрын

Hey Kamil, thanks for dropping by! They are very similar.. get the pro if you want the new heart rate sensor (amazing HR accuracy), if you need the flashlight and if you can find a good price on it .. shouldn’t be too bad with Black Friday deals (amzn.to/40Qh9QQ FTC in description). Definitely a massive upgrade from Apple Watch 5.

@TheREALLibertyOrDeath

2 ай бұрын

@@ActiveIdeasI’m just deciding on a Fenix 7 pro solar but I missed the Black Friday sales😢

@ActiveIdeas

2 ай бұрын

@libertyordeath8983 I feel your pain! I’m after a new camera for the channel and all of the cameras I was looking at are like £200 ore expensive 😱

@TheREALLibertyOrDeath

2 ай бұрын

@@ActiveIdeas ouch 🤕

@ActiveIdeas

2 ай бұрын

Maybe second hand market for us? EBay etc

once my fenix 3 dies i will be getting the 7x pro... i am thinking right now i am needing to get edge 1040 as my edge 810 died after 12 years

@ActiveIdeas

5 ай бұрын

That’s the dream watch! Some great deals on the 7X pro already.. Black Friday coming at the end of the month too 👍🏽 Isn’t the Fenix 3 indestructible!? 🤣 Ahh, yeah, cycle computer first.. running watch second 😉

@bonn1771

5 ай бұрын

@@ActiveIdeas well I got the edge first but the pro will be on.

@ActiveIdeas

5 ай бұрын

@bonn1771 fully kitted out! I need a bike before I can test an edge 🤣

Is there any difference between fenix 7 pro and 7x pro or are these both products same im confused

@ActiveIdeas

Ай бұрын

I’m supposed to be a reviewer and even I’m confused haha 🤣 The newer “pro” versions will ALL come with an updated heart rate sensor (it’s really good and capable of ECG). ALL Pro models also come with the multi-band gps and SatIQ. They also both get the updated flashlight which is supposed to be brighter than in the previous 7X model.. as far as I’m aware the only difference between the 51mm 7X Pro and the 47mm 7 pro is the size, weight and battery life. Nothing else. The difference between the 47mm 7 Pro vs the 51mm 7X (non-pro) is a different story 🔥 Anyways, hope this helps, it’s a minefield out here 😅🤣

@Aries-qs8mc

Ай бұрын

@@ActiveIdeas Thanks a lot for the reply ! Love from India, i have been planning on buying my first garmin and I am watching every KZread channel and lot, hope i ended up in the right place and it feels so good to talk to a garmin user so close, much helpful thank you so much mate. Focus on the minefield now 😂. Again thanks for the detailed difference not everyone does means a lot.

@ActiveIdeas

Ай бұрын

@Aries-qs8mc An absolute pleasure mate! Lots of love from England UK, I hope to visit one day! You’re in for a treat if this is going to be your first Garmin. Sounds like you have some big adventures & dreams in the works. I wish you all the best with it 🔥🌟

@Aries-qs8mc

Ай бұрын

@@ActiveIdeas thanks you sound so positive, do visit south India its called Kerala there are many places for trail running and cycling terrains out here.

@ActiveIdeas

Ай бұрын

@Aries-qs8mc thanks for the shout out to Kerala. Just had a look on Google and I’m blown away by the landscape 🔥

hi, is the wrist heart rate responsive even on hill repeats?

@ActiveIdeas

24 күн бұрын

Yes, even on hill repeats the new heart rate elevate technology SHINES 🔥 More than enough for anyone who isn’t a pro athlete :)

@9daniele964

24 күн бұрын

@@ActiveIdeas wow!! I just have to "retire" my forerunner 935 for this jewel!! =D Thanks for the reply! =)

@ActiveIdeas

24 күн бұрын

@9daniele964 oh WOW, this is going to be a MASSIVE upgrade for you mate! Please let me know how it goes, particularly interested in hearing how you find the change in weight 😝

@9daniele964

24 күн бұрын

@@ActiveIdeas my "fear" was weight...now you tell me about weight... =D Yes, I'll let you know as soon as I get it =)

@ActiveIdeas

23 күн бұрын

Excited! =)

I am also owner of 7x pro sapphire metal. Great and rock solid watch. I am now thinking why I didnt buy this before :)

@ActiveIdeas

24 күн бұрын

Welcome to the good life! 🔥😉 Us sports watch fans are blessed with some of the most amazing technology right now! And it’s only getting better :)

fenix 7 standard is 50% cheaper in Europe and that's a big difference for me. I can buy fenix 7 for 429e and epix 2gen for 480e. what would you choose in this case?

@ActiveIdeas

5 ай бұрын

Hey mate! You have to go by your own use case. I think I definitely WOULD buy a Fenix 7X solar sapphire to save money because it still comes with the flashlight. But the flashlight is a deal breaker so if I wanted a 42mm or 47mm watch (or Epix) I would have to buy the Pro. It’s a lot of money but I used the flashlight multiple times every day

@davidvitez9357

4 ай бұрын

Fenix 7 best deal if you like MIP display , If you spend more time indoor , amoled is better . I bought my f7 on black friday for 399€ in germany OTTO shop ( standard 16gb version ) If you are not proffesional olympic athlete , or outdoor fanatic , you dont need pro version, standard F7 offers you exactly the same , that flashligt is not worth pay 300+ , I have flashlight in phone , or can buy head lamp for 10€ or any other 10x stronger light . I had a fenix 5 plus for 6 years, and if they hadn't died I would still have them.

@ActiveIdeas

4 ай бұрын

That’s a great point tbf! When you put it like that.. 300$ for torch feature.. you can buy a fantastic (some of the best on the market) headlamp

@MattiasPersson

2 ай бұрын

But the pro also has the hardware to support ECG right? And the new heartbeat sensor.

@davidvitez9357

2 ай бұрын

@@MattiasPersson yes they have ecg , but tbh , do you have any heart medical issues ? Do you know read ecg graph ? I had it in apple watch , galaxy watch , and I used it once on both watches .

What is your wrist diameter? Please and thank you!

@ActiveIdeas

4 ай бұрын

🤣🤣 16.5cm, hope that helps! 😉

@G91YS

2 ай бұрын

@@ActiveIdeas I have a 18,5cm wrist so I'd go for the 51mm for the bigger battery...

@ActiveIdeas

2 ай бұрын

Yeah, with a wrist that size, you'd be absolutely fine with a 51mm Fenix 7X Pro 😍🔥@@G91YS

Not sure why you would choose the Fenix over the Epix.

@ActiveIdeas

2 ай бұрын

I can’t wait to test the Epix. I did the Spine Race 268 mile ultra marathon which was the main reason for going Fenix 7 over Epix.. and even then I ran out of battery life 😬🤣

I just ordered my Fenix 7 pro sapphire on sale for 699 and 24 months free financing. I couldn’t pass it up.

@ActiveIdeas

4 ай бұрын

Bloody bargain that, and it’s nice to spread the cost a little 🙈 Welcome to the Fenix 7 club 🔥 if you have any questions with set up feel free to drop them here and I’ll get straight back to ya 👊🏽

@salarimran9579

3 ай бұрын

where do you get the sales from?

@ActiveIdeas

3 ай бұрын

Which country are you from?

@salarimran9579

3 ай бұрын

i’m from Pakistan

@jeremiehernandez2563

2 ай бұрын

@@salarimran9579 Best Buy been having sales

i tried listening twice but couldn’t make out what made you bleed?

@ActiveIdeas

2 ай бұрын

Sorry for the poor audio quality! We’ve just bought a mic do that’ll be improving shortly .. the Coros Vertix 2 as much as I loved it., the weight and design made me bleed twice just from wearing it 🙈 cheers for the comment mate 🌟

I don't believe that is a Garmin band, I wish they made amazing buckle less straps like Apple. Are you comfortable wearing an off brand watch strap with such an expensive watch ?

@ActiveIdeas

4 ай бұрын

It’s genuinely one of the best watch strains I’ve EVER used.. and I’ve tested a large amount of straps in my time 🤣 price, comfort, ease of use, weight, design, durability.. ticks all the boxes ☑️ 🔥🌟

Why would you want a flashlight on a watch??! Your watch is to see the time, direction or altitude. Do you want to look at your feet? Absolutely not. If you need a torch you will have one in your rucksack. A torch on a watch is ridiculous.

@ActiveIdeas

29 күн бұрын

It heavily depends on the user. I ran the spine race last year which is a 268 mile ultra.. the flashlight was a game changer. For searching through kit bags at checkpoints, using the torch when changing headtorch batteries, and to add more light to the trail when you’re on super technical terrain (this plus a headtorch is great), lastly for safety to further alert people/drivers of your whereabouts. This flashlight is brighter than what your phone is and can be used to run on trails. It’s a great backup for when kit fails. And if you head out for a run where the last 10 minutes might be dark. And then just day to day lifestyle situations like going to the toilet at night.. I could go on but it does seem 99% of reviews on KZread are people saying how shocked they are at how useful the flashlight had become in their day to day life 👊🏽 Hope this helps 🔥

@MartAll1824

26 күн бұрын

Sorry but a watch on my wrist is absolutely practical. I could name you probably 50+ reasons why I find it useful. Either for my work, hobbies, personal life, expeditions, activities or workouts.

@ActiveIdeas

26 күн бұрын

🔥 It’s a game changer

Navigation does need cellular service. Because it’s needs wifi that’s supplied by your phone via Bluetooth so if your phone has no service than the watch can’t access maps

@ActiveIdeas

Ай бұрын

This is completely incorrect :) Garmin, Coros, Suunto and now Polar all offer offline maps. No bluetooth or WiFi is needed. You can leave your phone at home. Garmin take it a whole new level and offer all of its navigation features OFFLINE.. it’s insane really? Fair play to them. Thanks for the comment ❤️