Garmin Forerunner 970 Watch Soft Gold Ti/French Gray (French Gray, 47mm

"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I've used the Forerunner 970 for marathon training and triathlons, and it's easily one of the most complete GPS watches out there. The multiband GPS is ridiculously accurate, and I love the AMOLED screen. The daily training suggestions and advanced metrics like running power and step speed loss have helped me fine-tune my workouts and recover smarter."" We push for peak performance, and the Garmin Forerunner 970 helps us get there. With Garmin’s brightest AMOLED touch screen yet, a titanium bezel, and a durable sapphire lens, it’s a sleek, powerful tool for serious runners and triathletes. We love heading out with full-color maps, multiband GPS precision, and the confidence of wrist-based metrics like cadence, stride length, and running power—all without extra gear. When we're going hard, training features adapt to our performance and recovery to keep us moving efficiently. From morning readiness reports to suggested workouts and evening recaps, the Forerunner 970 keeps us locked into a smarter routine. Automatic multisport transitions make race day seamless, while the built-in flashlight, phone call support, and music storage keep our focus on the finish line. It's more than a watch—it's a coach, navigator, and training partner on our wrist."

Price: $749.99 from Backcountry