(Part 2) Top products from r/GarminFenix

I assume not a Sapphire model, which would help. I know they make case & screen protectors - I don't think I'd want one all the time, but maybe just for games? Something like this maybe? https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B07ZR3QTB9/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_Fbv3Db6QNHE41

EDIT: Just realized that doesn't cover the screen, but some do - or you can separately get a screen protector. https://smile.amazon.com/Garmin-Protector-Blueshaw-Tempered-Smartwatch/dp/B07XBQX23S/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=garmin+fenix+6+SCREEN+PROTECTOR&qid=1574785341&sr=8-3

Is there a way to wrap it with something like an ace bandage or a pad of some kind - maybe a youth elbow pad.

I can totally imagine wanting to capture the training stats from a game - that would be very interesting!

Good luck - maybe let us know what you decide and what your stats look like.

Some people built some contraptions that go under the watch on your arm and provide a connection to the charging port for charging while you're wearing the Fenix. Similar to this. However, that's probably only slightly less bulky than wearing the Foretrex.

There's only the Garmin Instinct which has navigation features similar to the Foretrex. It has a somewhat longer battery runtime than the Fenix. (16 hours according to their data sheet.)

OTOH the Fenix 6 Pro does support maps and satellite imagery which might help when conquering unknown terrain. And also consider going for the previous models as the 6 series only slightly improves on the 5 series. (Fenix 6 = improved Fenix 5; Fenix 6 Pro = improved Fenix 5 Plus)

Garmin HRM Run with Running Dynamics. Great on a compatible watch for the extra data.
Garmin 010-10997-12 HRM-Run Heart Rate Monitor Strap, (Red/Black) https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01708T7NA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_Ib.NBb9ZP1Y7S

Not sure exactly which one he has but I got this one not the cheapest, but the quality and comfort are amazing.

I use this, or a model almost exactly like it (it's not showing up in my order history for some reason), and it works great with my Fenix 5s.

I picked up the Silver 5 with the intention of coughing up the $77 for the leather band. Well It was delayed, then delayed some more, so I said screw it and just bought this guy for like $15.

You can easily unscrew the pins from the Fenix and just slide them into that band and it works like a champ. No quick changes, but that's not a high priority for me.

I use an HRM Tri. I mostly run and bike with the occasional swim. I figure it's worth an extra $20-30 to have the waterproof capability. The HRM Tri fluctuates in price quite a bit. It was down to $78 just 4 days ago on Amazon. If you can wait, set an alert on camelcamelcamel or SlickDeals and you can pick one up for not much more than the Red model.

Does the Vivosmart 3 have good sleep tracking, use similar tech as the Fenix 5x?

Here's a breakdown of different third party providers for each size. The key seems to be searching for "Quick Install" instead of "QuickFit®"

Watch | Size | Garmin | Feite | Coohole | Ancool
--------|------|---------|--------|----------|------------
Fenix 5s | 20mm | [Garmin][G20] | | [Amazon][C20] | [Amazon][A20]
Fenix 5 | 22mm | [Garmin][G22] | [Amazon][F22] | [Amazon][C22] | [Amazon][A22]
Fenix 5x | 26mm | [Garmin][G26] | [Amazon][F26] | [Amazon][C26] | [Amazon][A26]

[G20]: https://buy.garmin.com/en-US/US/p/552261
[G22]: https://buy.garmin.com/en-US/US/p/553030
[G26]: https://buy.garmin.com/en-US/US/p/560287


[F22]: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072KJPLNP/
[F26]: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072R2N1MQ

[C20]: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072WNK2V6
[C22]: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071H2MP4G/
[C26]: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07335B9FF

[A20]: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073V1C3SP
[A22]: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072MH5M65/
[A26]: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073B1CRVW

If you don't have an issue with the lack of a quick release this band is amazing: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005P1GPMQ?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

I got these

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N0XWDW8/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Same reduced price in a bunch of other places (Amazon, B&H, etc.) too.

Reason: new Fenix models likely to be introduced early next year...

Garmin sells it. (spoiler: is not cheap) https://buy.garmin.com/en-US/US/shop-by-accessories/bands/metal-band/prod504046.html

or you can get the leather one which is half the price:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B012ILOA4A

I bought this multi cable usb adapter and an aftermarket charging cable, cut the extra usb micro off and soldered the end of the garmin one on. works fine with any device that may be with me and eliminates multiple cables from my bags.

Here's my findings so far.

Anker PowerCore+ mini - Battery bank shut off before the watch was charged (forgot percentage, will test again.)
Anker PowerCore+ 13400 - Battery bank shut off before the watch was charged (forgot percentage, will test again.)
Anker PowerCore II 20000 - Battery bank charged the watch to 97% and shut off
Anker PowerCore II 6700 - Battery bank charged the watch to 97% and shut off
Anker PowerCore 10000 - Battery bank charged the watch to 94% and shut off