Honestly, Garmin should just replace the 200-pages booklet that comes in the watch box with a QR code to this video.
@AKsprintz
9 ай бұрын
😂😂😂
@Fumega-cr9cr
4 ай бұрын
Better than it
@soniabains1975
Ай бұрын
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS TUTORIAL!!! Waiting my Garmin 255 46MM arriving tomorrow via Amazon. I have the Garmin Vivoactive and the stupid strap keeps breaking so it was time for a huge upgrade. Doing 2 half marathons and TRI in the next 10 months so super excited to have this watch help me with all my training!!!
@_Paul_N
2 жыл бұрын
I’ve been using the 255 for 3 days so far and I’m in love with this watch. I switched from the Apple Watch 6 and I don’t miss it and it’s fancy touchscreen at all. My watch battery without power save mode and GPS turned on has me at 76% battery life which is insane! The watch is super light, but doesn’t feel plastic and cheap and the GPS connection before starting your runs are almost instant. I have the non-music version because I use Apple Music instead of Spotify, so no need to spend the extra $50 lol.
@renerenettoki
Жыл бұрын
I’m planning to buy 255s to replace my apple watch 6. Do you download songs on your apple music? thank you
@xyuso
Жыл бұрын
I’m also switching from the AW6 to this one! Can’t wait to receive it
@iang4817
Жыл бұрын
where?
@clubmate12
Жыл бұрын
@@renerenettoki Songs downloaded to your phone/laptop from Apple Music are protected by DRM and cannot be imported to your Garmin
@flohthiele8742
2 ай бұрын
Extremely professional, user-focused tutorial. Comprehensive and well-structured. Super-well done! Thank YOU
@johngardner1898
7 ай бұрын
Ray - Garmin should be paying you (perhaps they are). They launched and continue to support this FABULOUS running watch with a relative snore! This video is very well done. Sold. I agree with you - the FR255 is a great (the best?) value in the extensive Garmin lineup.
@hornsteinhof7592
7 ай бұрын
Indeed. I got the watch rather cheap yesterday and am super excited to see its potential. Upgrading from a vivosmart
@BrendanMacWade
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this video! I sold my Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 and bought this and I am sold on Garmin watches now. The 255 is the best sports watch I've ever owned. It has too many features for me, which is only a good thing. I don't miss touchscreens at all. In fact, I prefer the 5 buttons. The battery life is impressive.
@xiaoyu88
Жыл бұрын
Coming from a 235, I love this watch. But, I noticed that all the buttons other than the "Start/Stop" button have some creep till I press them. Is it like that for you as well?
@sandwichlegend2348
7 ай бұрын
@xiaoyu88 what do you mean by they have creep?
@avidwriter2882
11 ай бұрын
I'm getting a 255, it's in shipping. I'm glad to know I can do all of this on my phone. I have a Vivoacitve 4 and losing the touchscreen isn't a major loss except for making those option changes.
@lissawohltmann1585
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this; you are FAST! I had to rewind about 50 times, but finally got the info :)
@devjon123
2 жыл бұрын
Great video and super useful. One quirk is that I'd loaded a 10k race into my calendar and synced it to the watch, and was following the suggested workouts. The race was cancelled so I cancelled the race from my Garmin calendar but the race was still showing on my watch.
@chloelouise2104
Ай бұрын
This video has helped me so much. I’ve always used Apple Watches and now I’ve got my first garmin watch and had no idea what to do 😂 so thank you for helping me, I’ve learned a lot
@pavelzin
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Just upgraded from 235 and it was a really helpfull video.
@auraarbulu6197
8 ай бұрын
Thanks. I also listened to it with 0.75, and it worked great. Super helpful.
@origmarm
2 жыл бұрын
I'm not sure which countries it's active in but Curve is a very good solution for Garmin Pay especially in the UK. It will basically take all VISA and MasterCard etc... behind the Curve MasterCard. My UK bank did not support Garmin Pay but using Curve I use the bank card without issues. Also good as an 'additional layer' for internet purchases
@clubmate12
Жыл бұрын
Revolut works with Garmin Pay as well
@jeffreycristobal4765
2 жыл бұрын
You have sold me Mate, i am definitely purchasing this on Thursday (upgrading from fitbit sense and ecosystem). Thanks man! I cant wait to train intensely for life!
@paveln1453
Жыл бұрын
Extremely helpful and very informative. Many thanks.
@Meshtastic2024
24 күн бұрын
34:33 "...which is secret - obviously..." That was funny dude 😎 Great review as always Ray, am seriously considering one of these after watching a ton of your reviews on various models. Subbed to your channel.
@bhimfb
2 жыл бұрын
I was eagerly waiting for this video..... Thanks a lot...
@THBakker69
Жыл бұрын
I bought the 255 non-Music, because I don’t listen to music during sport. Unfortunately that was not the only difference between the two; the non-Music 255 does NOT have WiFi and I was unaware of that. I had gladly spent the extra €50 for WiFi instead of having the Connect app open on my iPhone all the time to get updates for weather data for example and uploading sessions. That’s my only gripe with it. It’s awesome how Garmin coaches me with the 255 and the software.
@florianbusch94
Жыл бұрын
Don't know what's wrong with your watch but even the official Garmin user guide lists how to connect to wifi on the regular 255? Also on the website there's no difference between both versions when it comes to connections, they both state "Bluetooth, ANT+"…so either both watches don't have wifi and Garmin is giving wrong information on the user guide or your particular watch has an error?
@b.6483
Жыл бұрын
@@florianbusch94 does it have glucose monitor?
@forexsocialbr
Жыл бұрын
@@b.6483 No
@jasper7257
Жыл бұрын
You don't have to open the connect app for the weather to be updated on the watch right? Same with uploading sessions that goes automatically in the background as well.
@oldtwinsna8347
Жыл бұрын
@@florianbusch94 the non-music doesn't have the hardware for wifi so that's that. the music version does. your extra $50 gets you that. with that said, keep in mind the 3rd party app structure will still rely primarily on bluetooth to your phone's garmin connect regardless.
@amyroshak6377
3 ай бұрын
I love this watch! My one complaint is that I wish I knew it wasn’t compatible with Apple Music before spending extra on the Music version.
@AnandMallaya
Жыл бұрын
It may be due to latest software update or something, running dynamics and running power is supported now without needing any external sensors!
@Dcrainmaker
Жыл бұрын
Yup! Added back this past winter. Woot!
@trelosenario
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this exceptional review.
@T-bit
Жыл бұрын
Nice bike racks👍🏼 thanks for the low down on this watch👍🏼👍🏼
@nthabisengmahloko797
4 ай бұрын
Thank you , this was super helpful 👌🏾
@thumbnek
2 жыл бұрын
I like this watch
@mr.cheesehapje8083
4 ай бұрын
Perfect tutorial, thanks!
@elizabethcole5582
2 ай бұрын
Excellent video!!!! Thank You!!!
@caninebodybalance
2 жыл бұрын
Very informative and clear video - thank you
@OthmanAlikhan
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video =)
@TommyHunter-f8h
4 ай бұрын
Smart watches should include an onboard tutorial
@Hikebike365
Жыл бұрын
Really wish Garmin would give us a way to backup all our settings and adjustments and a restore feature. Too much time spent setting up my watch to not have a backup!
@dizi17
2 жыл бұрын
So basically replacing the 745? Will the 745 still receive updates?
@grzegorzkrajewski1095
Жыл бұрын
You haven't mentioned about one BIG DRAWBACK of this watch. It lacks Navigation data fields (they were in FR 245). When you navigate gpx file you don't know how far is to the end of track.
@pioneersmokehouseschannel
2 жыл бұрын
great videos like always!
@parhansson
2 жыл бұрын
Does it have voice instructions for structured workouts?
@JustBrowsing777
Жыл бұрын
Great review but needs to be played at 0.75 speed to keep up 😅
@lanujang
Жыл бұрын
much appreciated 👍
@wilczylas
Ай бұрын
How long can I go without connecting to my phone and still retain all the data collected by the watch?
@zhozhforever4047
2 жыл бұрын
You can definitely add races, but not remove them. Unfortunately deleting a race in garmin connect calendar does not remove it from watch. Thus they are all there and affect training suggestions/plans. Could not find the way to clear this. Hope they might fix it in later firmware upgrades.
@Dcrainmaker
2 жыл бұрын
It will remove them, though, I've found it seems to take a few syncs for it to happen. Not sure why.
@zhozhforever4047
2 жыл бұрын
@@Dcrainmaker Unfortunately no, it will not remove them. Waited for 1.5 months and got some firmware updates, but this bug is still there. Also in my native language watch crashes and reboots if i scroll to race widget, so i had to switch to English. HR optic perfomance in cold weather is mediocre comparing to hot summer days.
@Dcrainmaker
2 жыл бұрын
@@zhozhforever4047 Yeah, not sure why the removal isn't working for you. But I add/remove races quite frequently usually for test purposes (including right before making this video). 😕
@amirbotak3268
7 ай бұрын
Watching this even i dont have one😂
@gnawty4662
2 жыл бұрын
Nice touch with the blueberry pie 😂
@daddac
2 жыл бұрын
how's the button? I got FR955, it has 2 mushy/sticky buttons, really annoying. I feel like 955's QC is not good.
@driventomadness117
2 жыл бұрын
Same here with the mushy buttons. Started one week in of owning the watch. Huge bummer. Oh and the battery seems to discharge extremely quickly..
@Dcrainmaker
2 жыл бұрын
No button issues here. I do see occasional reports every time a new Garmin comes out with mushy buttons. I'm not sure why.
@dlamb115
2 жыл бұрын
thank you for such a great video, I am planning on buying the 255 music when my state tax free day comes along in a couple weeks. looking forward to the upgrade from my fitbit charge 3
@fundiendo5239
5 күн бұрын
Great video, thanks...one question: lets say i went to the mountain and recorded my activity...i can see it and see the map and all of that, now, i dont know where that activity was and i want to go back again and do the same trail....How do i do that??? thanks
@AlwayzPr0
2 жыл бұрын
just got my 255m on Saturday and the screen was cracked Monday. sucks that my suunto Spartan lasted over 2 years without a scratch.
@PietroBlu
Жыл бұрын
I own FR255 by about a year, and I'm pretty satisfied. I find the daily suggestions trainings very useful, because even if you don't have a training plan active, you can still improve training status following it. But I'm wondering if there's a way to change the 'Base' time pace training e.g. from 6 min/km to 5:30 min/km?
@matildemilani4467
Жыл бұрын
Hi! Can you please tell me if 255S has the TracBack option? I found online the 255 operator manual and it shows that 255 has that feature but I don't know if 255S has it too. Thank you, loved your review!
@abelimages
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for all the info. Dose the 255M play podcasts from Amazon music? Deal breaker if not. Thanks for your help.
@peterdavies7872
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks @Dc Rainmaker . Did you notice during your testing any intermittent HRV recording at night? I've posted on this issue in the Garmin forerunner 255 forums but I appear unable to post the URL here. It appears also an issue suffered by 955 users.
@varvarapikoulaspsaros7157
2 жыл бұрын
Love your content DCR! I live in Arlington VA btw and love your expat story. I started running this year. ran a half in May and my goal is Authentic Athens Marathon in Greece in Nov. I have a fitbit charge 5 now but need to improve my form/posture and need something that calculates cadence ideally with metronome feature, and want something to provide elevation information since Athens marathon has some a major incline that I need to train for. QUESTION: for these features does Forerunner 55 have them all or do I need to move to Forerunner 255? Thanks much for all you do and value you provide us.
@kevinlynch6721
11 ай бұрын
FR55 will support both those things. Some basic strength & mobility training to complement your running will be more important in improving form than a new watch, especially if you are new to running.
@KJ-su4ph
2 жыл бұрын
Is it possible to customize the watch on the smartphone or the computer? I have the forerunner 255s and it is a very small display and very customizing is very fiddly tbh.
@sams6l87
2 жыл бұрын
A question: When I create a run workout, multiple options are available: Warm up, Run, Cool down, etc... but while running and on the summary when the training is over all date is taken into account to show me the average pace, heart rate, distance, etc... i cannot believe garmin does not have the option to show me only the running data, and not the resting minutes, this way is imposible to know how my training pace goals are being achieved, any solution? Thanks for the video!
@voidreflection5935
Жыл бұрын
For a single workout it’s easy. Load your workout in Garmin Connect and switch to the lap view. Here you see by default your lap statistics for the whole workout. But you can also filter the laps with buttons for warmup, running and cool-down. The thing is that you can’t automatically cut out warmup and cool-down workout data before exporting to other platforms like strava. (At least you can do that manually via Edit-function in Garmin Connect.) That’s why I’m usually not record warmup and cool-down.
@florianbusch94
Жыл бұрын
Most people i know record three independent sessions - one for warmup, one for the actual training and one for cooldown
@kyriacoschristofi6978
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Ray! Any idea whether the data fields/layout that can be displayed on 255S are less than 255 ?
@zAbdullahKhan
10 ай бұрын
Hi. I just received Forerunner 255 and started watching your video to see how it works. I pressed the down button and reached to the end of all features, but I cannot find "Health Snapshot" there. Where can I find it, please? And some other functions like body battery are also missing.
@smidgelette
6 күн бұрын
Same here on the FR255S. Did you manage to find it?
@pjbcoetzer
2 жыл бұрын
Hey Ray... Just a quick one.. Could you add the Steady Rack info to the KZitem video description...? Not sure if you have a dedicated link that helps your channel. As always, Thx for the great content!!
@pjbcoetzer
2 жыл бұрын
Nice, thx for adding the link... Will be supporting the crew for some handy storage racks!
@Ordinary-Hendrik
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ray, it seems that the display color of my 255 is not as sharp as my Fenix 7. It is my 255 or in general it is this way. Thanks!
@JL-wf2wp
2 жыл бұрын
Have you got your hands on the new insta 360 rs cam? There are a few reviews already but i only trust your reviews 🤷🏼♂️
@jesusgjchuza6491
2 жыл бұрын
Nice watch 🤝😎🤟🏼
@kaiiemsawat2415
2 ай бұрын
Wonder where can I get that Stormtropper riding bike T-shirt?
@alejandrolealsalazar5916
5 ай бұрын
Do you recommend this Garmin for different activities like gym,padel,some running, etc? mostly gym and padel?
@kay_jay_em
Жыл бұрын
Hope Garmin fixed the Bluetooth issues that have plagued the 245 music…
@scottwells4705
Жыл бұрын
Great video! I can currently get the 255 for £225 or the 955 for £360 here in the UK, which one would you go for!?
@lucydibenedetto9378
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the excellent video. How can I program the watch to sound every say 20 seconds? I would appreciate any feedback.
@runnerup9786
2 жыл бұрын
@dcrainmaker hi Ray, this watch has Barometer, Altimeter, Compass and Thermometer...does each of these have a data screen as per the Fenix? I.e. can you check your altitude or check the barometric pressure for example?
@FreakShowScitchy
2 жыл бұрын
Kinda regret buying a 745 a few months ago...
@areyen7849
Жыл бұрын
Rip 745 😂
@jeffreybushmen4037
Жыл бұрын
Almost bought the 745😅 but after seeing the vid...
@nathenieldanta9731
2 жыл бұрын
Whats the upcoming garmin is going to release end of 2022?
@josemosan5573
Жыл бұрын
Great video! One question, can you program a workout (for example a fartlek) directly in the watch without using your mobile or pc?
@marcuscazzolato
Жыл бұрын
IIRC yes you can directly on the watch
@christoph_wattever
2 жыл бұрын
Hmm... Really seems like upgrade from 245 not really worth it? Unless one is really into HRV I guess
@carrygun_
4 ай бұрын
I have been using Instinct 2 for the last month. Now I can swap to FR 255 for like 15 USD more. Is it worth it? I am not a runner, I only ride a bicycle. I love the sturdiness of I2 but Garmin Pay makes a difference in FR 255 :(
@awaken77
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this excellent tutorial. PDF manual is very long and not intuitive
@PatrickFass
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the detailed video. How do you get the display contrast to look so crisp? Or is it the color correction of the video footage? In reality the black levels and saturation of the display looks very washed. Is there an option to tweak that? I can only find settings for the brightness. Cheers!
@speedstarspeedstar
2 жыл бұрын
Try setting in watch face > customize > accent colour..
@dotmars
Жыл бұрын
21:32 When I click on Start at this screen, I don’t get the “Today’s Suggestion” screen with the ability to view more info. It goes straight into timing my run
@deanginev4226
Жыл бұрын
Hello, thank you very much for this great video it help me starting with the Garmin watch. I have issue syncing data from my watch to the Nike Run Club app, which I have been using from 3 years, it shows that both accounts are connected, but it does not transfer the data to the NRC app. I have tried to disconnect the two accounts and then connect again, but it didn’t help. Do you have any suggestions how to fix this. NCR is a partner with Garmin so it shouldn’t have a problem. Thank you!
@todortodorov9268
2 жыл бұрын
Hi, can you tell me if it is good for strength training, like fitness and power lifting? And also is the Venu 2 plus any better? Thanks!
@rhodes-shoplogistirio6031
Жыл бұрын
I have activated the compass but I don't understand where I see it, can someone help me ??? Thanks!!!
@pinetree7296
Жыл бұрын
I ordered the 255M my first runners /smartwatch seems like it has way more stuff on it then i actually need, i just wanted to track distance,calories burned and have music on the watch so i don't need my phone with me. What beginner features /useful information should i look into using this device?
@AshishAmatya
2 жыл бұрын
i am new to garmin. Does the steps stats shown is including the steps that occurs during any activity activity like, running, hiking, golfing, swimming etc ? or the steps count is all total steps excluding any activities I start ?
@gabesalvador
2 жыл бұрын
Yes it includes the ones in the activity
@caldwellmanners5697
2 жыл бұрын
Can the 255S be charged during an activity? Do you have any recommendations for charing cables/craddles that would work well?
@KwstakhsZ13
Жыл бұрын
I would like to ask if the watch is 'laggy' during workouts! And by saying laggy, I mean if the information displayed on the screen during workouts,such as split pace or Heart rate bpm are accurate. I'm preparing for my first marathon and I want to move from my Huawei GT 2 to either a 255 or a 945. I only care about the running features (namely,a very accurate GPS and a great heart rate monitor,as great a mid-budget watch can be) but a friend of mine told me that the 2XX series is something I should avoid due to the reasons I mentioned above,and go for a 9XX or a fenix,so that the UI (while running) will rather assist me,than giving me troubles Thanks in advance!
@Manfredidu13
8 ай бұрын
37:39 nice fart
@hongziyang
2 жыл бұрын
Oh… I wanna make Pizza with Ray.
@Dcrainmaker
2 жыл бұрын
Deal!!
@hongziyang
2 жыл бұрын
@@Dcrainmaker next time you are in Utah…
@bradenlang1257
Жыл бұрын
I’m deciding between the 255 and the Instinct 2. I don’t do runs or many structured workouts but do lots In the mountains (hiking and skiing) where I would like GPS accuracy and battery life. I know the 255 has the multi-band which is more accurate but the Instinct 2 has the solar option which would extend battery life. With all the extra features the 255 has that I most likely would never use I’m leaning toward the Instinct 2, anyone have any suggestions using both?
@Julko88
Жыл бұрын
Same here... I don't do runs, only some bicycling and hiking in mountains. Difficult to make final decision :p
@MatteoBurroni
Жыл бұрын
Same here, but I run a lot even if not structured. As I'm not getting the solar, I'm more on Instinct 2 now, because here is 70-90€ cheaper than the 255 right now.
@jaypandyajp
Жыл бұрын
@@MatteoBurroni I was in the same boat. I chose Instinct 2 and it got delivered just today. However, I feel it is not as cool as casio and the screen is tiny. Forerunner 255 has a screen which seems capable to me. Thinking of returning I2 and go with f255
@duanbarros
Жыл бұрын
How do you get the display contrast look so crisp? Or is it the color correction of video footage? In reality, the black levels and saturation of display looks very washed. Is there an option to tweak that? I can only find settings for brightness. Thank you.
@Dcrainmaker
Жыл бұрын
Odd. No color correction at all (none of my videos ever have any…that’s too complex for me 🤣).
@jokesNgiggles
10 ай бұрын
do these watches have issues with data vanishing from the app? I tried another cheaper watch (not a garmin) and one day all 4 months of data on the app was gone with no way of getting it back because they dont store it anywhere.
@RKIchubs
Жыл бұрын
thanks for this video. can you add road bike races on the watch race calendar?
@andreia5santos
2 жыл бұрын
Can you please review huawei watch fit 2?
@buksi771
Жыл бұрын
Can I see the elevation profile while using navigation in a running activity to see how much i still have to climb? I know it doesn't have climb pro but foe example, on instinct series i see the elevation profile to have an idea what is coming up. Thanks!
@LoLzinator14
Жыл бұрын
Hey, I've got a question which I couldn't find through googling. When I put my finger over the HR sensor like you did at 1:40, both of the green lights flash as well, but then after I remove the finger, the upper part of top sensor is constantly blinking green light, it doesn't stay turned off like in your video. Do you or anyone else know why is that so?
@armandkOG
Жыл бұрын
Does daily suggested workout works for cycling event?
@00SilverWolf
2 жыл бұрын
Do you think training readiness wil come to FR255?
@cynan85
9 ай бұрын
Forrunner 745 or this though?? Any advice please?? Thanks Dan
@mastermitsch88
Жыл бұрын
Guys, how do I change from Fahrenheit to Celsius? Thank you!
@ramsey967
Жыл бұрын
is just training readiness worth to go for 955 instead?
@joevaldez3651
2 жыл бұрын
Does the 255 offer timed Run/Walk alerts? Similar to the FR55 and older FR220 models?
@Alvaro-ep2de
Жыл бұрын
yes
@HulkSmashedU
10 ай бұрын
Is there such a thing you can do in the watch or app to tell it to begin the week on a sun or monday ??
@a.r3601
6 ай бұрын
Impossible to find the find my phone feature 😅
@mrJuank018
Жыл бұрын
Help me please. Recently I bought FR255 but I can't get Spotify. When I try download with Garmin IQ, the app say me that I need last version in fr255 (with Garmin express) but I have the last version!! Please help and sorry for me English!!
@ViverRamon
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video!..I am now just thinking about buying a 255. One question...could you clarify if in the swimming mode it gives the SWOLF?
@Lasombra08
2 жыл бұрын
It does. Take a look into the manual for more information.
@zhuxiaojun3422
2 жыл бұрын
Hi there, nice video, very detail. do i have to take 255 music to use spotify or just 255 is good enough?
@artyomsherwin648
2 жыл бұрын
To save music on the watch, you need the music version. Else you'll need to keep your phone in a hipbag or similar.
@athulsebastian6863
2 жыл бұрын
Any idea on what all features of fr255 would be available on instinct 2 in the future??
@rouxawesome8861
6 ай бұрын
Me and my sister share a spotify premium account. If im listening to music on the watch can she still listen to music on her phone or does she have to wait until im not listening to music. Thanks
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