Garmin introduces the fēnix 5 series

[usxorf]

I've had a 5 for about two weeks. It's smaller than the 3. 5x is the same size as the 3.

 

Mini review: Apart from some UI changes, some additional performance metrics, it's pretty much an incremental update to the 3. Not like the big jump from fenix 2 to 3 was.

[Runbikeswim]

When is this dropping lically? See some guy is trying his luck with a 50% premium in classifieds. Must be soon as all shops are discounting the f3HR

 

 

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[Nick]

Local pricing and availability announced:

 

"The fēnix 5S, 5 and 5X will be available mid Q2 2017. The fēnix 5 and fēnix 5S will have a suggested retail price of R10 499.00 for the mineral glass versions; the fēnix 5S Sapphire and fēnix 5 Sapphire versions will retail at R11 999.00, the fēnix 5 Sapphire Performer Bundle will retail at R13 999.00 and fēnix 5X Sapphire will have a suggested retail price of R 13 499.00. To learn more, visit www.garmin.co.za."

[Cav']

http://static.fjcdn.com/pictures/Soon_38e8aa_3890278.jpg

[Kom]

Local pricing and availability announced:

 

"The fēnix 5S, 5 and 5X will be available mid Q2 2017. The fēnix 5 and fēnix 5S will have a suggested retail price of R10 499.00 for the mineral glass versions; the fēnix 5S Sapphire and fēnix 5 Sapphire versions will retail at R11 999.00, the fēnix 5 Sapphire Performer Bundle will retail at R13 999.00 and fēnix 5X Sapphire will have a suggested retail price of R 13 499.00. To learn more, visit www.garmin.co.za."

So much for Garmin claiming to launch at prices comparable to the outgoing 3. Prices on the Fenix 3 HR have dropped somewhat, my recommendation is to skip the 5 and get a 3, these prices are a little hectic. 

[Cycling Major]

My 5 is being delivered at family in the US tomorrow.

Have friends that is then coming back to SA next week where I will then be a very happy child again

lol

 

Looking forward to my first Fenix

[Cav']

https://www.evanscycles.com/en-za/garmin-fenix-5-sapphire-gps-watch-performer-bundle-EV305649

https://www.evanscycles.com/en-za/garmin-fenix-5-gps-watch-performer-bundle-EV305648

 

My 5X will be arriving from Evans as soon as it arrives at their warehouse.

[Runbikeswim]

Literally order a f5 of amazon 3 hours ago... came to 9500 all in inc shipping and tax and duties. Cancelled when i got these notifications.

 

 

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[Runbikeswim]

Local pricing and availability announced:

 

"The fēnix 5S, 5 and 5X will be available mid Q2 2017. The fēnix 5 and fēnix 5S will have a suggested retail price of R10 499.00 for the mineral glass versions; the fēnix 5S Sapphire and fēnix 5 Sapphire versions will retail at R11 999.00, the fēnix 5 Sapphire Performer Bundle will retail at R13 999.00 and fēnix 5X Sapphire will have a suggested retail price of R 13 499.00. To learn more, visit www.garmin.co.za."

Cant find availability date? April to june somewhere?

 

 

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[Rocket-Boy]

Is anyone considering the FR935?

Its basically the plastic version of the F5 but includes some features that only the 5X has and is cheaper than all of them.

Just seems like a more practical option to me.

[Cav']

I ordered the 5x. Want the mapping functionality. A little bit concerned about the wrist size. I currently use the 3 sapphire and it's already a bit on the large side.

Wifey is getting the 5s tomorrow. Will post pics of that one as well.

When will we be seeing those pics Wayne...

(Especially the 5x)

[Tubehunter]

Is anyone considering the FR935?

Its basically the plastic version of the F5 but includes some features that only the 5X has and is cheaper than all of them.

Just seems like a more practical option to me.

 

This seems like the best value option!

 

It's also only 49grams! 

[Rocket-Boy]

This seems like the best value option!

 

It's also only 49grams! 

Thats the thing, I would want it as a watch for doing triathlons so the lower weight and smaller profile seems good. 

The F5 models are more stylish as an everyday watch but practically the 935 seems better to me.

[Wayne Potgieter]

[finallygotabike]

fook me R13499, maybe the Fenix 3 is not looking so bad now 

 

http://newsletter.garmin.co.za/public/messages/view-online/kMA1FwggkqqlOKxu/IhPF0nXUldU9gKCj/wRe3v8q8P2s3WXuU

 

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
**Pre-order stock availablity anticipated in 2 weeks

[Rocket-Boy]

That is sexy, is it the 5x?