Garmin Forerunner 170 Black/Amp Yellow

Garmin Forerunner 170 Black/Amp Yellow
An easy-to-use GPS smartwatch designed for runners
The Garmin Forerunner 170 watch is equipped with a GPS module and precise sensors to measure sports activities and health functions. The case is made from fibre-reinforced polymer and the 1.2-inch AMOLED display is protected by chemically strengthened glass. The main advantage of this smartwatch is its integrated functions for precise running performance measurement and a built-in GPS module for tracking your route and distance. Bluetooth technology connects the watch to your phone, letting you see smartphone notifications on the smartwatch display. It lasts up to 10 days on a single charge. The watch also features NFC technology, enabling convenient and secure contactless payments via Garmin Pay.
Key features of the Garmin Forerunner 170 smartwatch, Black/Amp Yellow
- Smartwatch with built-in GPS and support for other satellite systems
- Ideal for runners; tracks key running metrics such as vertical oscillation, ground contact time, stride length, cadence and more
- PacePro feature provides the right strategy for different races
- Over 80 built-in sports activities (with more in the Garmin Connect app)
- Compatible with Google Maps for viewing navigation instructions on the watch
- Supports an incident detection safety feature and LiveTrack location sharing when paired with a phone within Bluetooth range
- Garmin Forerunner 170 monitors heart rate, blood oxygen saturation, respiratory rate, stress levels, and sleep duration and quality
- Support for Garmin Pay contactless payments
- Offers daily recommended running workouts
- Practical calendar, stopwatch, alarm and countdown functions
- Compatible with iOS and Android
A lightweight watch with a highly legible AMOLED display
The Garmin Forerunner 170 weighs just 41 grams and features a bright and clear 1.2-inch AMOLED display with a 390 × 390 px resolution, housed inside a durable fibre-reinforced polymer bezel. Physical buttons and a touch surface make it easy to control all the smartwatch's functions. You can customise the display to your exact needs by choosing from a wide range of watch faces. The Garmin watch body houses a high-capacity battery that provides up to 10 days of use on a single charge.
Forerunner 170 offers advanced running features
The watch provides everything you need to make your running training more effective and keep moving forward. The Garmin Forerunner 170 displays your running dynamics by tracking metrics such as cadence, stride length, ground contact time, vertical oscillation and more. The display also shows the number of minutes you've spent in different activity zones, helping you better meet your goals. The watch will also provide you with detailed information about your training load and recommendations for the days ahead. With a virtual coach, you can use the Garmin GPS smartwatch to prepare for different types of races. The PacePro feature helps you plan a strategy for your run or race by suggesting paces for a specific route or distance.
Advanced performance tracking and adaptive training plans
The Garmin Forerunner 170 offers a wide range of sports activities, accurately measuring your performance for each. The smartwatch tracks your activity throughout the day and can motivate you to exercise. The watch can suggest daily workouts tailored to your performance and recovery needs. With Garmin's adaptive training plans, you can prepare for a race, reach a desired milestone or improve your overall fitness. Training Readiness tells you if you're ready to run. Training Status lets you know if your training is productive, and Training Effect gives you an overview of the main benefits of your workouts. Using the Body Battery feature, the Garmin GPS smartwatch tracks your energy levels throughout the day so you can plan your activities and rest accordingly.
Garmin Forerunner 170 monitors key health indicators
An advanced biometric sensor tracks your heart rate, stress levels, respiratory rate, and blood oxygen saturation. This gives you key information about your health, performance and recovery. Overnight, the smartwatch tracks the length and quality of your sleep, including sleep stages. The Garmin smartwatch also records short naps during the day. The Garmin Forerunner 170 can evaluate the recovery time needed after a workout. For women, the watch includes features for tracking the menstrual cycle or pregnancy and provides related exercise and nutrition tips.
Built-in GPS accurately tracks your route and distance
The Garmin Forerunner 170 is equipped with GNSS, with support for connecting to various satellite systems to pinpoint your location and record your entire route in minute detail. The watch supports GPS, GLONASS and GALILEO. In the Garmin Connect app, you can find or create routes and sync them directly to your watch. You can then navigate using the instructions on the smartwatch display. A great feature for Android phone owners is Google Maps support. Simply enter your destination into Google Maps on your Android phone, and you can then follow turn-by-turn directions on your wrist.
The Garmin watch's smart features make it easy to use
The Garmin Forerunner watch pairs easily with Android and iOS smartphones. On both platforms, it naturally displays notifications and incoming calls on the watch screen. Another popular feature is controlling music playback from your paired smartphone. The Forerunner 170 watch is equipped with NFC technology, supporting Garmin Pay contactless payments.
The Garmin Forerunner keeps your personal training log in the mobile app
When you pair your Garmin Forerunner watch with the Garmin Connect mobile app via Bluetooth, your recorded activity is automatically transferred to your personal training log for comprehensive analysis. The data is displayed in easy-to-read graphs, showing your training effect and recommended recovery time. The app and the user interface of the Garmin Forerunner 170 smart watch are fully translated into English.
Garmin Forerunner uses a QuickRelease strap
Thanks to the interchangeable straps with the QuickRelease mechanism, you can adapt the look of your Garmin Forerunner smart watch to match your style. Simply slide the pin to remove the strap and attach a different one. Silicone, leather, or metal straps are available in a variety of colours.
Package contents
- Garmin Forerunner 170 GPS running watch
- Charging cable
- Documentation
Specifications
Purpose and compatibility
Display
Design and durability
Connectivity and sensors
Functions
Notifications and calls
Software
Strap
Battery life and storage
Brand/model
| Code: | PPfr170bay1 |
| Warranty: | 24 months |
| Links: | Producer's Website: |
| Manufacturer information |
Garmin Würzburg GmbH, Leightonstraße 7, 97074 Würzburg, Německo, www.garmin.com, [email protected]
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