Forerunner 970

Garmin

Forerunner 970

66 positive 6 neutral 35 negative

Based on 107 Reddit mentions

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Forerunner 970: Impressions after a week of use.

A week ago I've finally upgraded from my trusty old launch day Forerunner 955 Solar to a brand-new 970 (mostly for the triathlon training plans and AMOLED screen).

The impressions so far:

  • the screen is awesome. I went for Solar edition of 955 hoping that the PowerGlass was upgraded compared to my
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pavel_vishnyakov in r/garminforerunner

July 7, 2025 8:20 AM

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New to Coros Pace Pro Family

Hello all,

I had the Garmin Forerunner 265, but then I upgraded to the Forerunner 970. I had the Forerunner 970 for about 3 weeks, and I realized it wasn’t really for me. I didn’t need all the fancy features. I just run, and I need a watch that’s simple and easy to use. So, I switched to the Pac

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Wooden_Wave3659 in r/Coros

September 16, 2025 3:10 AM

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I bought a T-Rex 3

I was torn between the Garmin Forerunner 970 and the T-Rex 3, but I ended up buying the T-Rex 3. However, it only supports VO2 max for running, and the Zepp training plans are too difficult, with intensities that don’t match my level, which is a bit overwhelming. Since I enjoy cycling a lot, it’s di

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Both_Plantain_8705 in r/amazfit

June 15, 2025 7:11 AM

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Runna w/Garmin

I am so close and on the verge of getting a Garmin Forerunner 970 - but I have always been an Apple user. Currently have an Ultra Watch 2. I don't really use the watch except for workouts and running. I started running seriously in January and I don't see myself slowing down with it for a long time.

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TheSerix in r/runna

August 1, 2025 2:21 PM

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Forerunner 970 - clicking sound

Hello everyone,

I’ve been using my new FR970 for three days now. I’ve noticed that when I start a running activity, for example, there’s always a clearly audible clicking sound right after the tone. It sounds like the click happens when the speaker is “powered off” again. (I’m not sure how to descr

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Sweaty-Jury-5256 in r/garminforerunner

July 20, 2025 10:18 AM

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Stryd/Forerunner 970(?) problem...

Hi! I have a stryd (next gen) and I am using it with my Garmin forerunner 970. Once in a while the stryd data field "crashes", freezing up unless I restart the activity. Pause and resume doesn't help, nor does switching to a different screen.

The pod is still recording and I can get the data later

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adam_conner_sax in r/strydrunning

August 11, 2025 10:44 PM

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Apple Watch Ultra 3 or Garmin Forerunner 970? I can't decide.

I currently use an Apple Watch Series 9 with Bevel, but want to upgrade my watch, primarily for the battery life and aesthetics. I'm currently running 6 days a week (marathon training) and lifting 4 days a week. After my marathon in february I'm planning to do a Hyrox and then train for a full Ironm

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SuperTal3 in r/bevelhealth

August 27, 2025 4:57 PM

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Keep the Race 2 Titanium at $600 or Buy a New Forerunner 970 for $630?

I really like the Race 2 but man, the bugs and quirks are real…especially the data discrepancies between the watch and the app. After 9 days, I’m thinking it should go back. It just doesn’t seem like it was ready for prime time and I’m not sure I trust they’ll support it or fix it.

Just as the tit

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Double_Alfalfa_303 in r/Suunto

September 6, 2025 6:19 PM

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SyncMyWorkout Question

Greetings! I've got a question regarding stats moving between peloton tread classes and garmin connect with SyncMyWorkout.

I am using a Forerunner 970 and HRM 600, some of my workouts on Garmin connect show my SSL and GCT but lately my step speed loss and ground contact time are removed from my dat

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First_Connection_236 in r/pelotoncycle

November 1, 2025 12:57 PM

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Notifications Issues

Having issues not receiving text message notifications on my Garmin Forerunner 970. I receive all other notifications such as emails, phone calls, other app alerts besides text messages. I have checked the connection, in the connect app plus on the phone. Software is up to take. I have also turned o

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TrickAny1466 in r/garminforerunner

November 30, 2025 1:02 AM

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