Suunto vs Garmin vs Suunto // Flashlight Fight!

Suunto vs Garmin vs Suunto // Flashlight Fight!

Author: DC Rainmaker & DesFit March 7, 2026 Duration: 44:55

Ray and Des chat about a battle between Suunto and Garmin over smartwatch features, including GPS antennas, training feedback, and watch flashlights.

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