Garmin Smartwatches Offer Enhanced Surfing Features

Garmin, known for its outdoor-focused technology, has integrated specialised features into its smartwatches to enhance the surfing experience. By partnering with Surfline®, Garmin enables users to track key surfing metrics, monitor their performance, and access real-time wave conditions through compatible devices.

Features for Surfers

Garmin smartwatches equipped with surfing capabilities provide tools for tracking performance and assessing ocean conditions.

• Tide Data: Pairing the smartwatch with a smartphone allows surfers to access tide information, helping them identify optimal times to hit the water.
• Surf Activity Profile: Users can record the number of waves caught, maximum speeds reached, and distances travelled during a session.
• Health Metrics: Standard Garmin features like wrist-based heart rate monitoring, stress tracking, and the Body Battery energy monitoring tool are also available. These tools provide insights into heart rate changes, stress levels, and recovery needs during and after surfing sessions.

Surfline Connect IQ App

The Surfline Connect IQ app, available for free download, further enhances the functionality of Garmin smartwatches. This app provides real-time data on wave height, tide levels, wind conditions, and surf ratings for the five nearest surf spots. With this information, users can make informed decisions before paddling out.

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Surfline Sessions Integration

Garmin’s partnership with Surfline enables surfers to capture video footage of their sessions through Surfline cameras, eliminating the need for a personal videographer. To utilise this feature, users must download the Garmin Connect™ app and connect it with Surfline.

By selecting the surf activity on the smartwatch and surfing in front of a Surfline camera, surfers can automatically record their rides. Once the session concludes, video clips and insights into the session, such as surf conditions and wave distribution, are available on the app. These features allow surfers to analyse their performance and share clips with others.

Additionally, Surfline provides information on crowd density and wave distribution at select locations, helping users better plan their outings.

Conclusion

Garmin’s collaboration with Surfline demonstrates the company’s commitment to supporting outdoor activities. Through advanced metrics, real-time wave data, and video integration, Garmin smartwatches offer surfers a comprehensive tool to enhance their time in the water.