There's a newer model of this product. It's been replaced by the Garmin Forerunner 945, you may want to check out that review instead.
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The Swim/Bike/Run Gear I Use List
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No.1 fan!!!!!
Pick ME!!!
Thanks for all the great reviews.
Woo, last one!
I want this please…..
Is nice, I like
Yes please.
Great prizes dcr!
Perfect for my runs and maybe a tri?
Chapeau!
Pick me! My Fenix 2 is in serious need of replacing!
Need to replace the vivoactive. It’s having issues.
Fingers crossed…would really like a new watch
Nice.
I would like my clever training shopping spree to begin.
winner
Yes please!
Awesome!
to a lady :)
For my husband
This watch is definetly for running. And biking. And swimming.
Yellow watch
Sorely needed. My 920XT is old and tired!
Aw… the end? I forgot to check more during the day….
Thanks for doing this again!
Wicked watch
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Ok
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yellow
Thank you!!
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When will I ever receive something?
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Good facial, thank you
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Giving this last one a try ?
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Need a new GPS watch. Garmin 310XT just died on me.
I like Garmin
Always stat humble and kind
Love Garmin and this great watch!
Thank you for this awesome event.
need that
A fine finale
me
Would be a nice surprise to get one by this lottery.
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Best watch ever. Fingers crossed.
PLEASE!
Feeling lucky. …
Perfect finish when I win this.
Nice
I would love to replace my 735XT with this! :-)
last one fingers crossed!
Pizza!
A comment
I need this to start my Half Ironman Training!
this would be pretty sweet…despite the colour!
It was a real pleasure.. Thanks so much
Looks great.
Garmin
Would love this one…
That one i really want
Thanks DCR!
Last one before bedtime.
sweet. Would b great
other arm
Guess I can stop setting a 2 hour timer now :)
Nice giveaways. Thx.
Time for me to win
Let’s go!!
What a watch!
Ah missed that Hero by few seconds…
Nice one
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Awsome, Ray!
Would love to win! Thanks :)
I could use a new watch.
I have been using Garmin Forerunner watches for years. I also help my running club members configure and show how to use the watches. After a little training they seem to love them even more. I am getting ready for my first half ironman and this watch would be great help for my training.
Thank you!
I need this!!!
The best Watch for me
Lucky Garmin
Only have 920XT. Need at least 15 more XT.
I need this.
Great watch!
Hello!