Forerunner 265

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Forerunner 265

317 positive 7 neutral 60 negative

Based on 384 Reddit mentions

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Runners: Do You Use Instinct 3? Pros, Cons, and Tips Wanted

Hi everyone,

I currently own a Forerunner 265 and I’m quite happy with it. I’m a hobby runner, training 3–4 times per week, and I occasionally swim. I don’t hike at the moment because of small children, but I really enjoy hiking whenever possible.

Recently, though, I started thinking about “sidegr

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Specific_Toe_1419 in r/Garmininstinct

October 2, 2025 7:59 AM

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So long and thanks for all the fish

I graduated to Garmin at the beginning of the year. I do think that the Fitbit has its place though. Before the Fitbit I didn't really have a regular exercise routine. I didn't really look at steps much but at first I told myself "no matter what, every day I'm going to get 21 zone minutes every week

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cameldrv in r/fitbit

October 10, 2025 4:20 PM

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Coros Pace 3 VS Garmin FR 165

pace 3 is better spec-wise. pero tbh, fr 165 will be more than enough for 70-80% of the casual/hobby runners out there. I have an FR265 but at the end of the day, all I care about is my HR, Pace and distance which is available kahit sa entry level na garmin.

arvj in r/PHRunners

July 18, 2025 2:43 AM

14

Garmin watch

Another vote for the forerunner 570 watch. I have both bike computer (Garmin edge explore) and the forerunner 570 watch. Watch provides bike features plus all the other stuff workout tracking, health tracking sleep scores, phone sync for notifications etc. Depending on your price point the forerunne

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Ok-Grand-1882 in r/MTB

May 13, 2026 3:32 PM

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FYI on running watches

REI and other retailers have a sale that started today on Garmin watches

I snagged a Forerunner 265 for $350. Looks like 965 is $100 off to $500 and the 55 is down to $170, but no deals on the 165, which is stuck at $250 ($300 for the music). 165 doesn't have training readiness, etc., so likely not

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runfayfun in r/running

August 23, 2024 11:01 PM

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Race S came today

Left: Garmin Forerunner 265s with HRM Right: Suunto Race S with optical HR Pretty accurate 👌🏻

Negative_Manner_1574 in r/Suunto

September 10, 2025 8:18 PM

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Switched out my Garmin for the Pace 3!

My Pace 3 arrived earlier today and I was eager to put it to use! I previously tested out the Garmin Forerunner 265 but honestly, couldn’t justify the price even as an intermediate runner. After spending hours comparing it to the Pace 3, I opted to go with Coros as it‘s simply the better bang for my

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_peachyjess in r/Coros

June 23, 2024 11:01 PM

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Suunto Race S vs Garmin Forerunner 265

Hi! There is currently a deal on F265 that is the same price as Suunto Race S.

I am not a runner or a professional athlete. I want a smartwatch for general fitness and wellness, decent HR and Sleep accuracy, and good style (to wear everywhere!), and maybe some hiking.

I don't care about the ecosys

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m_hados in r/Suunto

August 9, 2024 2:45 PM

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What is your best running related purchase you’ve made?

Squirrel's nut butter has really saved my inner thighs this Summer! This, for me, is 100% a need! My Garmin, like many others have said. I have the Forerunner 265S. I like the workout tracking it does but also the sleep score and training readiness are things I look at daily too. And the training st

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Calyboo in r/XXRunning

September 20, 2025 7:07 AM

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Running my first marathon Nov 1st. Is Runna an okay option to use for training?

I just used my forerunner 265 Garmin coach to train for a full marathon..I put the date of the marathon in and my goal time. It told me what to run every day, and adjusted based on my HR , Sleep, HRV data it worked well.

cincy15 in r/Marathon_Training

May 3, 2026 10:50 PM

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