Questions & Answers

Q: QuestionCan this watch be used while riding a bike?

Asked 7 years ago by LennyBabes.

• A:Answer There is not a specific Bike activity profile on the Forerunner 25. This device does offer an option to change the display for Pace to display speed. This would allow you to record outdoor bike rides and see Speed information on the watch while riding.

  Answered 7 years ago by GarminProductExpert

  
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Q: QuestionDo you have to run with your phone in order to accurately log your pace and distance?

Asked 7 years ago by Shawn.

• A:Answer The GPS feature on the Forerunner 25 allows you to track pace and distance without needing to run with your phone. Your phone would allow you to use the connected features.

  Answered 7 years ago by GarminProductExpert

  
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Q: QuestionWill it fit a small wrist

Asked 7 years ago by cw.

• A:Answer Yes the band fits my small wrist. The watch face looks big on my wrist but I like the large face, I can read the time without my glasses.

  Answered 7 years ago by meEnvyVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionIs it water proof

Asked 8 years ago by Bdawg.

• A:Answer Yes. The Forerunner 25 has a 5 ATM water rating, which allows it to withstand pressures equivalent to a depth of 50 meters. -OA

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Q: QuestionCan you download gps tracks? Does it store hiking tracks?

Asked 9 years ago by marceo.

• A:Answer The Forerunner 25 does not accept tracks or courses for mapping out a run. It does have GPS, however, so it will record your location for viewing on Garmin Connect. ^DK

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Q: QuestionLooking for a device that tracks, and I can monitor it on my phone. Don't want large monthly fees

Asked 9 years ago by Paul.

• A:Answer When paired with the Garmin Connect Mobile app, the Foreunner 25 has a connected feature called LiveTrack which lets your family and friends follow your run in real time. Please visit http://bit.ly/LiveTrackGRMN for more information on LiveTrack. Thanks! (KS)

  Answered 9 years ago by GarminProductExpert

  
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Q: QuestionDoes this watch have the ability to set a timer to go off every 15 min and then you can reset it?

Asked 5 years ago by annieawesome.

• A:Answer You can set an alarm to go off at a particular time and then you'd need to set it up again if you needed it to go offer in another 15 minutes. Debbie with Garmin

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Q: QuestionIs it waterproof?

Asked 5 years ago by Doglover.

• A:Answer Device is suitable for: Suitable: •Splashes •Rain or snow •Showering •Swimming •Diving into water •Snorkeling Unsuitable: Scuba diving High-speed watersports Debbie with Garmin

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Q: QuestionDoes this watch help you tracking your kid's whereabouts?

Asked 5 years ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer No, the watch is designed to receive a GPS Signal but does not allow it to be tracked real time. If an activity is recorded and uploaded to Garmin Connect you can see a map of where you ran after the activity is completed. Antonio with Garmin/Fitness Department

  Answered 5 years ago by GarminProductExpert

  
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Q: QuestionDoes it monitors heart rate?

Asked 6 years ago by Bravo01.

• A:Answer The device does not offer wrist heart rate, you would need to pair a compatible heart rate strap to track heart rate during activities. Debbie with Garmin

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Q: QuestionWe have trouble seeing the numbers on both of our different types of pedometer watches in the outside light. how does this watch dial reading do in natural lighting?

Asked 6 years ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer Display type: sunlight-visible, transflective memory-in-pixel (MIP). You may also reach out to our product support team at support.garmin.com if you're having an issue reading your display. Debbie with Garmin

  Answered 6 years ago by GarminProductExpert

  
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Q: QuestionIs it water resistant or water proof?

Asked 6 years ago by Suze.

• A:Answer The device has a 5 ATM water rating. This means the device is suitable for splashes, rain or snow, showering, swimming, diving into water and snorkeling. The device is not recommended for scuba diving or high speed watersports. Debbie with Garmin

  Answered 6 years ago by GarminProductExpert

  
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Q: QuestionIs this size Small or large?

Asked 6 years ago by list.

• A:Answer The watch face is small and the band is adjustable. Debbie with Garmin

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Q: QuestionCan the battery be charged via connecting to computer?

Asked 6 years ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer Yes, the battery can be charged while being connected to a computer. Debbie with Garmin

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Q: QuestionWill the Garmin-Forerunner25 GPS Running Watch, count the number of steps you take?

Asked 8 years ago by Hammer.

This question was asked about the related product: Garmin - Forerunner 25 GPS Running Watch - Black/Red

• A:Answer The Forerunner 25 does include daily activity tracking features which include tracking the number of steps that you take throughout the day.

  Answered 8 years ago by GarminProductExpert

  
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Q: Questionhow many info can the screen display

Asked 8 years ago by Gil.

This question was asked about the related product: Garmin - Forerunner 25 GPS Running Watch - Black/Red

• A:Answer The Forerunner 25 has the ability to display two data pages with up to three datafields per page.

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Q: Questionwhat size is the band on a Garmin vivoactive smartwatchI am looking for the band to fit a 8 to an 8.5 wrist. Before ordering I would like to make sure it will fit.

Asked 9 years ago by BettRSmith.

This question was asked about the related product: Garmin - Forerunner 25 GPS Running Watch - Black/Red

• A:Answer The vívoactive can comfortably fit a recommended maximum wrist size of up to 8.70". The recommended maximum size uses the maximum number of notches in the band while still allowing enough of the band to remain for the band keeper to secure it in place. Thank you. *CG

  Answered 9 years ago by GarminProductExpert

  
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Q: QuestionDoes Bestbuy have a product, such as a pendant or wristwatch, that could be used for real time gps tracking of an elderly person?

Asked 5 years ago by John.

Q: QuestionI'm a HS track coach and I'm looking for a good GPS watch for a runner to program and track his pace. Is this watch programmable for a 3200m run and will alert the runner to speed up/slow down?

Asked 6 years ago by Coach.

• A:Answer This device offers an option to use 'Virtual Pacer' that may assist him with his pace. You may go to support.garmin.com for FAQ's or video's concerning the Forerunner 25 device. As well, you can reach out to the product support team from this page if you need further assistance. Debbie with Garmin

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Q: QuestionI’m a triathlete. Will this watch track my swimming in the pool and in open water? Also, will it track my bike rides?

Asked 6 years ago by ThreeSportsinOne.

• A:Answer No, this device is not designed to track swimming. If you are a triathlete you may want to look at our 'Multisport' devices. These devices are designed for open water swimming as well as pool. They are designed to record your full triathlon under the 'Triathlon' profile. Debbie with Garmin

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