Father's Day Gift Guide: Wearables For Every Man From Garmin

Show Dad how much he is appreciated this Father’s Day with the perfect gift from Garmin, with products for every kind of dad, from the technology novice to the most tech-savvy.  

For more about features, pricing and availability, as well as information about other Garmin products and services, go to www.garmin.co.nz.

For the runner - Forerunner 225 (RRP: NZ $419)



The Forerunner 225 is Garmin’s first GPS running watch that measures heart rate at the wrist. Featuring a colourful interface, it shows runners their accurate heart rate zone and beats per minute in real time to easily follow training programs.

Water resistant and boasting up to four weeks’ battery life, Forerunner 225 is optimal for training long hours in all conditions. Its activity tracking features monitor valuable data including steps, distance, calories burned, and sleep, and its move bar with vibration alert provides motivation to stay active all day.

For the cyclist - Edge 25 (RRP: NZ $249 or NZ $289 for cadence bundle)



The world’s smallest GPS cycling computer, Garmin’s Edge 25 allows cyclists to go the extra mile, capturing time, distance, speed, ascent and location. Its connected features allow users to share their rides as well as pair with a heart rate monitor, speed sensor and cadence sensor to get the most out of a ride.

Water resistant, weighing only 25 grams and boasting up to eight hours of battery life, the Edge 25 is extremely durable with its small design is ideal for travel, training and everyday cycling.  

For the gadget lover - Vivoactive (RRP: NZ $369 or NZ $439 for HRM bundle)



Helping wearers develop and maintain a healthy lifestyle, Garmin's Vivoactive is a lightweight and ultra-thin smartwatch with GPS-enabled running, cycling, golfing, swimming and activity tracking apps, with the device featuring up to three weeks battery life and allowing complete customisation.   

Comfortable for all-day wear, Vivoactive has smart notification features to keep users connected to call, text, email and calendar alerts. It lets users play, pause or skip a song on their smartphone’s music player, and can send audible alerts to help users locate their smartphone.  

For the videographer - VIRB XE (RRP: NZ $599)



The next generation of HD action camera, VIRB XE, is waterproof and able to withstand the toughest environments and designed to shoot professional HD footage at 1440p/30fps and 1080p/60fps with super slow-mo, image stabilisation and multiple zoom levels, boasting two hours of battery life at 1080p.

Users can connect VIRB XE to the mobile app on smartphones and tablets through built-in Wi-Fi to live stream video, control and view multiple cameras, or even quickly edit and overlay G-Metrix data, making it easier than ever to upload and share video content.

For the outdoorsman - Fenix 3 (Grey and Silver RRP: NZ $749 or NZ $819 for HRM bundle, The premium Sapphire RRP: NZ $899 or NZ $959 for HRM bundle)




Fenix 3 is equipped with a full range of multisport capabilities, including advanced fitness, hiking, climbing, snow sports and trail running. Users can sync their device to the Connect IQ store for additional smartwatch functionality and customisation from third-party apps.  

Fenix 3 can be worn for exercise and as a sleek timepiece. It is available in high-strength, scratch resistant Grey and Silver models, and premium Sapphire model, which comes with a stainless steel band and top-of-the-line sapphire lens.

For the motorist - nuviCam LMT (RRP: NZ $599)



nuviCam LMT is the first portable navigation device (PND) to feature a built-in dash cam and advanced alerts to enhance driver awareness. Featuring a six-inch glass display, nuviCam is one of the most comprehensive PNDs to ever hit the road, offering the latest in premium driver-assist features.

Thanks to the high-definition integrated dash cam that continuously records and automatically saves files on impact, nuviCam offers the protection of having an eyewitness that records exactly where and when events occurred.