A New Era of Training Intelligence: Meet the Garmin Forerunner 965, a smartwatch that stands at the forefront of technology, designed for the dedicated runner and triathlete. It's not just a watch; it's your personal coach, your navigator, and your fitness tracker, all wrapped into one sleek and robust device.
Forerunner 965 Overview: This premium GPS running & triathlon smartwatch has a bright 1.4" AMOLED touchscreen display and lightweight titanium bezel. Wake up to your morning report with HRV status to see health insights with an overview of sleep, recovery and training outlook. Navigate routes confidently with multi-band GPS and full-color, built-in maps. With traditional buttons and a touchscreen display, it's easy to tap into your training status and know whether you're training productively, peaking or strained. If you're pushing to outshine the competition, the Forerunner 965 is there to light up every run with up to 23 days of battery life in smartwatch mode.
Advanced Features for Peak Performance:
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Full-Color, High-Resolution Display: Enjoy crystal-clear visibility under any conditions with the vibrant display that brings your data to life.
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Multi-Sport Tracking: Whether you're running, swimming, cycling, or transitioning between sports, the Forerunner 965 offers seamless tracking for your entire triathlon or training session.
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Long-Lasting Battery: With extended battery life, this watch keeps up with your longest races and training days.
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In-Depth Health Monitoring: Get insights into your heart rate, sleep patterns, and overall wellness, helping you train smarter and recover faster.
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Advanced GPS and Mapping: Navigate with confidence using the built-in maps and GPS functionality, ensuring you're always on the right path.
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Customizable Workouts: Tailor your training with customizable workout plans, interval training, and detailed performance analytics.
Designed for Durability: The Forerunner 965 is built to endure the toughest conditions, with a water-resistant design and a durable build that can withstand the rigors of intense training and races.
Stay Connected: Sync with your smartphone for on-wrist notifications, music controls, and more. Stay connected to your community with social media sharing and automatic uploads to the Garmin Connect app.
Elevate Your Training Experience: The Garmin Forerunner 965 isn't just a tool; it's your partner in reaching new heights in your athletic journey. Whether you're aiming for a new personal best or embarking on your first triathlon, this watch is here to guide, motivate, and track your progress every step of the way.
| LENS MATERIAL |
Corning® Gorilla® Glass 3 DX
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| BEZEL MATERIAL |
Titanium
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| QUICKFIT™ WATCH BAND COMPATIBLE |
Yes (22 mm compatible)
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| STRAP MATERIAL |
Silicone
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| PHYSICAL SIZE |
47.2 x 47.2 x 13.2 (mm)
Fits wrists with a circumference of 135-205 mm
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| TOUCHSCREEN |
Yes |
| COLOR DISPLAY |
Yes |
| DISPLAY SIZE |
1.4" (35.4 mm) diameter |
| DISPLAY RESOLUTION |
454 x 454 pixels |
| DISPLAY TYPE |
AMOLED Optional Always-On Mode |
| WEIGHT |
53 g
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| WATER RATING |
5 ATM |
| BATTERY LIFE |
Smartwatch mode: Up to 23 days
GPS-only mode without music: Up to 31 hours
SatIQ (AutoSelect) GNSS mode: Up to 22 hours
All-Systems GNSS mode + Multi-Band: Up to 19 hours
GPS-Only GNSS mode with music: Up to 10.5 hours
SatIQ (AutoSelect) GNSS mode with music: Up to 9.5 hours
All-Systems GNSS mode + Multi-Band with music: Up to 8.5 hours
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| CHARGING METHOD |
Garmin proprietary plug charger |
| MEMORY/HISTORY |
32 GB |
Clock Features
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| TIME/DATE |
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| GPS TIME SYNC |
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| AUTOMATIC DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME |
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| ALARM CLOCK |
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| TIMER |
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| STOPWATCH |
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| SUNRISE/SUNSET TIMES |
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Sensors
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| GPS |
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| GLONASS |
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| GALILEO |
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| MULTI-FREQUENCY POSITIONING |
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| SATIQ™ TECHNOLOGY |
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| GARMIN ELEVATE™ WRIST HEART RATE MONITOR |
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| BAROMETRIC ALTIMETER |
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| COMPASS |
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| GYROSCOPE |
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| ACCELEROMETER |
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| THERMOMETER |
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| AMBIENT LIGHT SENSOR |
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| PULSE OX BLOOD OXYGEN SATURATION MONITOR |
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Daily Smart Features
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| CONNECTIVITY |
Bluetooth®, ANT+®, Wi-Fi® |
| CONNECT IQ™ (DOWNLOADABLE WATCH FACES, DATA FIELDS, WIDGETS AND APPS) |
Yes |
| ON-DEVICE CONNECT IQ™ STORE |
Yes |
| SMART NOTIFICATIONS |
Yes |
| TEXT RESPONSE/REJECT PHONE CALL WITH TEXT (ANDROID™ ONLY) |
Yes |
| CALENDAR |
Yes |
| WEATHER |
Yes |
| REALTIME SETTINGS SYNC WITH GARMIN CONNECT™ MOBILE |
Yes |
| BATTERY SAVER (CUSTOMIZABLE LOW POWER WATCH) |
Yes |
| CONTROLS SMARTPHONE MUSIC |
Yes |
| PLAYS AND CONTROLS WATCH MUSIC |
Yes |
| MUSIC STORAGE |
Yes |
| FIND MY PHONE |
Yes |
| FIND MY WATCH |
Yes |
| VIRB® REMOTE |
Yes |
| SMARTPHONE COMPATIBILITY |
iPhone®, Android™ |
| PAIRS WITH GARMIN GOLF APP |
Yes |
| PAIRS WITH GARMIN CONNECT™ MOBILE |
Yes |
| STOCKS |
Yes (optional Connect IQ app) |
| GARMIN PAY™ |
Yes |
Safety and Tracking Features
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| LIVETRACK |
Yes |
| SPECTATOR MESSAGING |
Yes (with compatible smartphone) |
| GROUP LIVETRACK |
Yes |
| LIVE EVENT SHARING |
Android™ Only |
| INCIDENT DETECTION DURING SELECT ACTIVITIES |
Yes |
| INCIDENT DETECTION ALERT ON PHONE FOR WEARABLES |
Yes |
| ASSISTANCE |
Yes |
Tactical Features
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| DUAL GRID COORDINATES |
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Activity Tracking Features
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| STEP COUNTER |
Yes |
| MOVE BAR (DISPLAYS ON DEVICE AFTER A PERIOD OF INACTIVITY; WALK FOR A COUPLE OF MINUTES TO RESET IT) |
Yes |
| AUTO GOAL (LEARNS YOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL AND ASSIGNS A DAILY STEP GOAL) |
Yes |
| CALORIES BURNED |
Yes |
| FLOORS CLIMBED |
Yes |
| DISTANCE TRAVELED |
Yes |
| INTENSITY MINUTES |
Yes |
| TRUEUP™ |
Yes |
| MOVE IQ™ |
Yes |
| GARMIN CONNECT™ CHALLENGES APP |
Yes (optional Connect IQ app) |
Gym & Fitness Equipment
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| AUTOMATIC REP COUNTING |
Yes |
| CARDIO WORKOUTS |
Yes |
| AVAILABLE GYM ACTIVITY PROFILES |
Strength, HIIT, Cardio and Elliptical Training, Stair Stepping, Floor Climbing, Indoor Climbing, Bouldering, Indoor Rowing, Pilates, Yoga, Breathwork |
| STRENGTH WORKOUTS |
Yes |
| HIIT WORKOUTS |
Yes |
| YOGA WORKOUTS |
Yes |
| PILATES WORKOUTS |
Yes |
| ON-SCREEN WORKOUT ANIMATIONS |
Yes |
| ON-SCREEN WORKOUT MUSCLE MAPS |
Yes |
Outdoor Recreation
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| AVAILABLE OUTDOOR RECREATION PROFILES |
Hiking, Climbing, Skiing, Snowboarding, Backcountry Skiing, Backcountry Snowboarding, XC Classic Skiing, XC Skate Skiing, Stand Up Paddleboarding, Rowing, Kayaking, Snowshoeing, Mapping, Navigating, Tennis, Pickleball, Padel, Track Me, Project Waypoint, Disc Golf
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| POINT-TO-POINT NAVIGATION |
Yes |
| BREAD CRUMB TRAIL IN REAL TIME |
Yes |
| BACK TO START |
Yes |
| TRACBACK® |
Yes |
| ULTRATRAC MODE |
Yes |
| AROUND ME MODE |
Yes |
| UP AHEAD |
Yes |
| NEXTFORK™ NAVIGATION |
Yes |
| ELEVATION PROFILE |
Yes |
| DISTANCE TO DESTINATION |
Yes |
| BAROMETRIC TREND INDICATOR WITH STORM ALERT |
Yes |
| CLIMBPRO™ ASCENT PLANNER |
Yes |
| VERTICAL SPEED |
Yes |
| TOTAL ASCENT/DESCENT |
Yes |
| REST TIMER (ULTRA RUN ONLY) |
Yes |
| AUTO REST |
Yes |
| FUTURE ELEVATION PLOT |
Yes |
| PRELOADED TOPOGRAPHICAL MAPS |
Yes |
| PRELOADED ROAD AND TRAIL MAPS |
Yes |
| DOWNLOADABLE CARTOGRAPHY SUPPORT |
Yes |
| GPS COORDINATES |
Yes |
| SIGHT 'N GO |
Yes |
| AREA CALCULATION |
Yes (via Connect IQ™) |
| HUNT/FISH CALENDAR |
Yes (via Connect IQ™) |
| PROJECTED WAYPOINT |
Yes |
| SUN AND MOON INFORMATION |
Yes |
| XERO™ LOCATIONS |
Yes |
Cycling Features
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| CYCLE MAP (ROUTABLE CYCLING-SPECIFIC STREET MAP) |
Yes |
| AVAILABLE CYCLING PROFILES |
Biking, Road Biking, Mountain Biking, Gravel Biking, Bike Commuting, Bike Touring, eBiking, eMountain Biking, Indoor Biking, Cyclocross
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| ALERTS (TRIGGERS ALARM WHEN YOU REACH GOALS INCLUDING TIME, DISTANCE, HEART RATE OR CALORIES) |
Yes |
| COURSES |
Yes |
| POWER GUIDE |
Yes |
| MTB GRIT & FLOW |
Yes |
| BIKE LAP AND LAP MAXIMUM POWER (WITH POWER SENSOR) |
Yes |
| RACE AN ACTIVITY |
Yes |
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FTP (FUNCTIONAL THRESHOLD POWER) |
Yes (with compatible accessory) |
| POWER CURVE AND % FTP WORKOUTS |
Yes |
| COMPATIBLE WITH VECTOR™ AND RALLY™ (POWER METERS) |
Yes |
| POWER METER COMPATIBLE |
Yes |
| ADVANCED CYCLING DYNAMICS |
Yes |
| COMPATIBLE WITH VARIA VISION™ (HEAD-MOUNTED DISPLAY) |
Yes |
| COMPATIBLE WITH VARIA™ RADAR (REAR-FACING RADAR) |
Yes |
| COMPATIBLE WITH VARIA™ LIGHTS |
Yes |
| SPEED AND CADENCE SENSOR SUPPORT (W/SENSOR) |
Yes |
Swimming Features
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| AVAILABLE SWIM PROFILES |
Pool Swimming, Open Water Swimming, Swimming/Running
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| OPEN-WATER SWIM METRICS (DISTANCE, PACE, STROKE COUNT/RATE, STROKE DISTANCE, SWIM EFFICIENCY (SWOLF), CALORIES) |
Yes |
| POOL SWIM METRICS (LENGTHS, DISTANCE, PACE, STROKE COUNT, SWIM EFFICIENCY (SWOLF), CALORIES) |
Yes |
| STROKE TYPE DETECTION (FREESTYLE, BACKSTROKE, BREASTSTROKE, BUTTERFLY) (POOL SWIM ONLY) |
Yes |
| DRILL LOGGING (POOL SWIM ONLY) |
Yes |
| BASIC REST TIMER (UP FROM 0) (POOL SWIM ONLY) |
Yes |
| "REPEAT ON" REST TIMER (POOL SWIM ONLY) |
Yes |
| AUTO REST (POOL SWIM ONLY) |
Yes |
| TIME AND DISTANCE ALERTS |
Yes |
| PACING ALERTS (POOL SWIM ONLY) |
Yes |
| COUNTDOWN START (POOL SWIM ONLY) |
Yes |
| POOL SWIM WORKOUTS |
Yes |
| CRITICAL SWIM SPEED |
Yes |
| UNDERWATER WRIST-BASED HEART RATE |
Yes |
| HEART RATE FROM EXTERNAL HRM (REAL-TIME DURING RESTS, INTERVAL AND SESSION STATS DURING RESTS, AND AUTOMATIC HEART RATE DOWNLOAD POST-SWIM) |
Yes (with HRM-Swim, HRM-Pro or HRM-Pro Plus) |
