Very very useful! Thank you

I don't know if there's anybody crazier about watch faces than me. I've spent a lot of money on watch faces. I probably change. Watch faces everyday. I think one issue no one is talking about is a fact they got rid of a lot of watch faces and there isn't a big default selection like there has been in the past. And now Garmin is charging $5 for most of their watch faces that don't even look as nice as some of the default ones.

For a 1200 dollar watch, the watch faces are pretty terrible and let's not ignore how damn laggy it is...

i have garmin 6pro solar, defaluf faces are horrible. i have found the Gearmix in the store... quite decent. i think overall faces are not the strong point of the garmin

Great stuff David

Why do many people already have the Fenix 8 and all I see on my REI order is “back ordered?” Where are folks getting them?

This is pretty cool, but it's definitely missing something by not adjusting based on actual performance. Also, for me, this is late to the party since I've already built all of my workout programs, but I guess it's great for others who haven't done so (or don't even know how). My main wish is that they change the default watch view between sets on the Epix Pro. It shows the workout overview instead of a more useful workout in progress screen and there's no way to change that default. I had a Venu 2 before the Epix Pro and it had a far better weight lifting screen so imagine my disappointment when it turned to shit on a much more expensive Garmin Epix Pro. You didn't mention it, but does the Fenix 8 have the same screen in between sets that's used on the Epix Pro?

Data Dash has been my favorite. Training intensively for climbing in the Himalayas, & this face provides max 24 hours feedback.

I like the new "Fenix 8 solar like" watchface from "Greenblack".

Yet another nice vlog. I am using the third-party watch face called Falcon X. I am loving it so far.

Can you enable or disable seconds on the digital watchfaces Stock fenix 8 watchfaces?

Try Iron Grit with Light Silver Color / Light Silver Accent.

Great video! 👏 I'm always using stock standard watch faces and prefer a mature look of them. Too many colors aren't for me.

Great video - really enjoy your content. I added Radial Precison to my list for going out at night. I was so excited to get my F8 and once I saw the watch faces I too was very disappointed. I was hoping Garmin would bring back a few of the standard Fenix watch faces. I currently use Glance Pro, Glance Pro & ALVectorOne. I generally like the data rich faces that are larger as I need readers for up close. Maybe it’s time to get progressives. 😢

thanks for the vid, beautiful watch faces! is this the 47mm? thanks

I change band for the office, for nights out, for sleep. And, oh yes, for workouts too. Awesome video, got a like and subscribe from me! Have used your colour (yes, I'm a Brit) suggestions and instantly like the Fenix 8 better

I always run in the dark and while i'm running and looking at my Fenix ​​8 screen I can't even see clearly my features scores on the watchface because the watch dims too dark (50% or less) in the dark. WTF is this? In the dark, the watch should provide 100% light instead of dimming.

I've really been enjoying the Iron Grit, with green shift on. Always on display and gesture off. I've found that for most of my time in doors, even with gesture off the green is readable. If there was an option to disable the auto ambient light changing it would be even better.

Bought the 47mm Amoled today, Beautiful watch, Premium finishing; Disastrous Lagging.... right from the wake up; unacceptable, I'm considering returning it... Thanks

Ugh still prefer my huawei ultimate 🤷🏻‍♂️

the mk3i also have communication with the scuba tank so see how much air and minutes you have. also you can see where you/re partner is swimming. and send messages in the wather. i have the mk3i. but i think for my wife the fenix 8 will be enough. and is much cheaper then the descent.

I was looking at this but went for the amazfit t rex 3 at 300 bucks...

Ehh just needs a few updates. Ordered it

Very good content Thanks

I found the Enduro 3 to be laggy as well. Honestly, this is typical Garmin with their new releases - very buggy. However, $900 (Enduro 3) to $1300 (Fenix 8) for software to be in a beta state is unacceptable (even with current update). So, I returned mine and just going to use my Coros Pace 3.

I've been using the GymRun app for now which works pretty well, if this comes down to the Epix Gen 2 and they continue to build this out I'll give it a go for sure

I experienced the issue when i locked my fenix with the shortcut (DOWN+START) and press and hold a single button it unlocks it again. I hope this is a bug in the software and fix it! its really anoying when am doing a HIIT workout during CrossFit.

Great video ! I've always used the Strength activity on my watch , but only the Free option where I'm doing my own thing . Nice hat, Dave 😎. Love T-Rex Arms and their holsters 💪💪💪

Entering the reps and weight still feels like a waste of time since there is no proper progression chart or display of the last values. I hope that’s something they address in the future.

This feature is probably not something regular gym rats with a schedule are going to need or use. But it would be good for more of the amateur or beginner to strength training.

The morning report was available first on the Garmin forerunner 955

Awesome video. Thanks for posting! I was looking forward to a video about this new feature. Hopefully comes to the Fenix 7 series.

Garmin disappoints every time, they're clueless when it comes to anything other than run, bike, swim. If you only do run, bike, swim, you'll be so happy, but if you're a CrossFit, Power Lifter, Bodybuilder, Hyrbid athlete (Hyrox, DekaFit), or someone who likes to do bootcamps and other multi-activity workouts, you're going to be very unhappy. Sure I create something that's better than nothing, but it sucks big time, and the only data I can analyze over time is my running and cycling.

Is it the same app and access to the same strength programs if I go and buy the Fenix 7 Pro and save a lot of money?

Really appreciate you putting together this video!!! 💪

I have a fenix 6 sapphire and don't think there's anything they could come out with that would make me upgrade.

You did not show us whether the watch shows animations of the exercises before the start of the series. Do you know if the Enduro 3 has the same training plans as the new workout? Thank you.

I tried Garmin strength workouts twice and never again lol. It was so clunky and I had to push the buttons a billion times. When I didn’t know what the lift was I had to search for animations, hit wrong button, messed up rep numbers etc. I wish it would just go through the workout, tell me the weight and show me animation( like automatically toggle through those things as you lift) so you don’t waste your time hitting buttons.

Is that only for the epix 8, or is it transversal to all watches? Like the epix pro gen 2 ,for example? Thanks

Oooooof that lag is not looking to good. I have the Epix Pro 51mm and it seems less laggy than what I'm seeing on the Fenix8. Sure, maybe it will get better with software updates but for over a grand it shouldn't look like that. It's making the Enduro3 look that much more appealing.. Terrible job Garmin.

Hi! Why on amoled display can t be also solar charging?

suunto Race S was out and I got it with PERFECT user experience for a third of the price it suit all my needs with maps better autonomy etc... and scuba dive

Super refreshing to hear your HONEST closing thoughts! I also bought this watch to test for my channel.. and was also SHOCKED at the software. For £1000 I expect much better software out the box 😬 Keep it up Dave ❤

I love new overpriced Garmin releases, so i can snag previous versions at actual fair prices. 300$ for a forerunner 955, yes, all day everyday. About 500 is my tech/sport/smart watch limit. Over a grand is crazy, i can get a Longines, Oris or even used Tudors for that. An actual watch, that can last a lifetime.

i want Fenix 8 solar but i can't get it here in the middle east😞 not available

Wow, wasn’t expecting the lag…. On a fenix 5 now and 7 may be the way to go over the 8 now

I bought the Fenix 8 and experienced severe lag like this, the screen would also go black and not from lack of use. I submitted a return to Garmin within 20 minutes of using the watch. Just unacceptable.

Definitely has been improved since their two most recent updates

HUGE bezels on a 1200$ watch. Disappointment.