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5 March 2015 @ 7:17 AM


January Aviation eNewsletter Recap

From emails to phone calls and snail mail to text messages, we’re all busy and occasionally don’t …

January Aviation eNewsletter Recap

4 March 2015 @ 5:00 PM


Heli-Expo Day 2: New helicopter solutions from Garmin

Day 2 of Heli-Expo is well on its way today as we recover from a number of new and exciting announce…

Heli-Expo Day 2: New helicopter solutions from Garmin

4 March 2015 @ 10:55 AM


How to Pair vívofit 2 with a Smartphone

Ready to make every step count with vívofit 2? Pair your smartphone with vívofit 2 to get the most…

How to Pair vívofit 2 with a Smartphone

3 March 2015 @ 12:00 PM


Heli-Expo Day 1: Garmin avionics are abundant!

It’s been an exciting start to Day 1 of Heli-Expo 2015 in Orlando today and Garmin has sure been bus…

Heli-Expo Day 1: Garmin avionics are abundant!

3 March 2015 @ 10:55 AM


Garmin vívofit 2: Moving Beyond the Basics

After you get started with vívofit 2, it’s time to move beyond the basics and track calories, comp…

Garmin vívofit 2: Moving Beyond the Basics

2 March 2015 @ 3:00 PM


Come See Us at Heli-Expo 2015 in Orlando!

We’ve had enough of this cold and snowy Kansas City weather so we’re heading to Florida this week …

Come See Us at Heli-Expo 2015 in Orlando!

2 March 2015 @ 1:55 PM


Garmin vívofit 2: Getting Started

Are you ready to start moving with vívofit 2? If you are, watch the video above to get started and…

Garmin vívofit 2: Getting Started

2 March 2015 @ 10:55 AM


Meet the Cannondale-Garmin Pro Cycling Team

Garmin is joining Slipstream and Cannondale to create a powerhouse team with a mix of young and ve…

Meet the Cannondale-Garmin Pro Cycling Team

2 March 2015 @ 6:00 AM


Introducing Garmin's First Sponsored Snowboarders: Mark McMorris and Silje Norendal

Today were excited to announce the sponsorship of the 2015 Winter X-Games gold medal winning snowb…

Introducing Garmin's First Sponsored Snowboarders: Mark McMorris and Silje Norendal

27 February 2015 @ 3:55 PM


Recap of the 2015 Lake Nona Impact Forum

This last week, Garmin was an official sponsor at the 2015 Lake Nona Impact Forum in Orlando, Flor…

Recap of the 2015 Lake Nona Impact Forum

27 February 2015 @ 11:55 AM


Tips for Training on a Treadmill

In the cold winter months, many runners are forced inside to train on a treadmill. While treadmill…

Tips for Training on a Treadmill

26 February 2015 @ 4:00 PM


Gary Kelley To Receive 2015 AEA Lifetime Achievement Award

Garmin is delighted to announce today that the Aircraft Electronics Association (AEA) will be presen…

Gary Kelley To Receive 2015 AEA Lifetime Achievement Award

26 February 2015 @ 1:29 PM


Welcome to the Garmin Fitness Social Media Channels!

We are excited to share that we have officially launched new Garmin Fitness social media channels …

Welcome to the Garmin Fitness Social Media Channels!

26 February 2015 @ 8:00 AM


Garmin Introduces Helicopter-Specific ADS-B Solutions With Industry-First Features

New GDL84H and GDL 88H Offer On Scene Mode, TerminalTraffic and More Today, were thrilled to int…

Garmin Introduces Helicopter-Specific ADS-B Solutions With Industry-First Features

24 February 2015 @ 1:55 PM


Garmin Navigation Comes to Mercedes-Benz E-Class Luxury Cars

It looks like Garmin will continue to grow its partnership with Mercedes Benz, this time on their …

Garmin Navigation Comes to Mercedes-Benz E-Class Luxury Cars

24 February 2015 @ 10:00 AM


Garmin Continues Rollout of ADS-B Approvals For Business Aviation

Gulfstream Selects Garmin ADS-B Out Solution for G200 Business Jet Today, we’re thrilled to anno…

Garmin Continues Rollout of ADS-B Approvals For Business Aviation

24 February 2015 @ 6:01 AM


Garmin Announces Global Brand Partnership with the Wings for Life World Run

We are excited to announce today a global brand partnership with the Wings for Life World Run, a r…

Garmin Announces Global Brand Partnership with the Wings for Life World Run

23 February 2015 @ 8:55 AM


Garmin Connect Social Media Update

Last month, we introduced the Garmin Connect Status Page as a better way to inform you in real-tim…

Garmin Connect Social Media Update

22 February 2015 @ 12:55 PM


Q&A; with Brent Chapman

Garmin: What are your favorite activities to do in the offseason? Chapman: One of my favorite acti…

Q&A with Brent Chapman

21 February 2015 @ 1:55 PM


Q&A; with Stetson Blaylock

Garmin:What fishing technique are you looking to improve the most on this year? Blaylock: As f…

Q&A with Stetson Blaylock

20 February 2015 @ 1:55 PM


Bassmaster Classic Q&A; with Jason Christie

As the competitive fishing season moves into its most prestigious tournament this week in the Ba…

Bassmaster Classic Q&A with Jason Christie

20 February 2015 @ 10:00 AM


A Customer Testimonial: An Eye-Opening Flight With ADS-B

I had the pleasure of catching up with a customer who recently started flying with Garmin Pilot o…

A Customer Testimonial: An Eye-Opening Flight With ADS-B

20 February 2015 @ 7:00 AM


Garmin anglers compete at Bassmaster Classic with new Panoptix

Its Day 1 of the Bassmaster Classic on Lake Hartwell and Garmin pro anglers Jason Christie, Greg Hackney and Van Soles are competing for the big one at this years Classic equipped Garmin electronics on board, including the new Panoptix All-Seeing Sonar. Panoptix is a revolutionary technology that gives anglers the ability to se …

18 February 2015 @ 4:00 PM


Flying with Garmin Pilot Series, Part 5: Downloads

Last week we highlighted how simple it is to organize and maintain Instrument Approach Procedures …

Flying with Garmin Pilot Series, Part 5: Downloads

18 February 2015 @ 8:26 AM


Garmin grabs partnership with Texas Team Trail

We are partnering with the Texas Team Trail presented by Cabela’s (TXTT) for 2015. Garmin will display its popular line of sonar and GPS devices designed for the freshwater anglers on the Trail. Garmin has been a great partner and has some incredible technology for anglers and outdoorsmen, said Mike Hastings, Texas Team Trail t …

17 February 2015 @ 12:55 PM


CUBE Action Team Sponsorship

Garmin is proud to announce our sponsorship of the CUBE Action Team for 2015. This elite team is b…

CUBE Action Team Sponsorship

12 February 2015 @ 2:00 PM


New Pilot Training Opportunities at Garmin!

We are thrilled to announce expanded pilot training opportunities for 2015, which will include mor…

New Pilot Training Opportunities at Garmin!

12 February 2015 @ 9:30 AM


Introducing Panoptix All-Seeing Sonar

The Miami Boat Show kicked off today where we introduced Panoptix All-Seeing Sonar, arevolutionary sonar technology that gives mariners the ability to see all around their boat in real-time – forwards, backwards, sideways, and down – even while stationary. Garmin Panoptix is a multi-beam transducer that utilizes a phased-array s …

11 February 2015 @ 2:00 PM


Flying with Garmin Pilot Series, Part 4: Charts

Last week we looked at the trip planning section within Garmin Pilot, which highlighted importing …

Flying with Garmin Pilot Series, Part 4: Charts

11 February 2015 @ 6:31 AM


Garmin makes a splash at the Miami Boat Show

Garmin announced a slew of new products in conjunction with this years Miami International Boat Show…

Garmin makes a splash at the Miami Boat Show

10 February 2015 @ 1:35 PM


Garmin Announces Sponsorship of Red Bull Air Race World Championship

Today we are excited to announce our sponsorship with the Red Bull Air Race World Championship, in…

Garmin Announces Sponsorship of Red Bull Air Race World Championship

9 February 2015 @ 3:55 PM


Recap: Week 6 on the #PathToFit

We are already six weeks into 2015 and our #PathToFit bloggers have provided great tips on how to …

Recap: Week 6 on the #PathToFit

9 February 2015 @ 11:01 AM


Garmin VIRB and quatix help sailors race to the finish line in the M32 Cup

The Garmin VIRB Elite captured all the action of the M32 Cup catamaran races that were held over four days in Stockholm, Gothenburg and Malmo, Sweden and Copenhagen, Denmark. Anchored to the racer’s helmet with a strap mount, the VIRB Elite HD Action Camera filmed every move the sailors made throughout the racing events. VIRB’s …

4 February 2015 @ 2:00 PM


Flying with Garmin Pilot Series, Part 3: Trip Planning

Last week we highlighted the rich features within Garmin Pilot that make navigating the map page e…

Flying with Garmin Pilot Series, Part 3: Trip Planning

2 February 2015 @ 3:25 PM


Recap: Week 5 on the #PathToFit

The month of February has just begun and springtime is once again in our sights. With only two weeks…

Recap: Week 5 on the #PathToFit

30 January 2015 @ 1:50 PM


Tips for Running in the Snow

Michele, owner ofNYCRunningMama, lives in Staten Island and has been running outside the past week…

Tips for Running in the Snow

28 January 2015 @ 2:00 PM


Flying with Garmin Pilot Series, Part 2: Navigating the Moving Map

Last week we kicked off our six-part Garmin Pilot blog series by highlighting features that make f…

Flying with Garmin Pilot Series, Part 2: Navigating the Moving Map

26 January 2015 @ 3:55 PM


Congratulations to Garmin Sponsored Outdoor TV Shows

For fans of hunting, shooting, and the outdoors, the recently-concluded SHOT Show is a special wee…

Congratulations to Garmin Sponsored Outdoor TV Shows

26 January 2015 @ 11:55 AM


Recap: Week 4 on the #PathToFit

With January nearly behind us, now is the time to really buckle down and truly kick your #PathToFi…

Recap: Week 4 on the #PathToFit

21 January 2015 @ 2:00 PM


Flying with Garmin Pilot Series, Part 1: Creating a Flight Plan

Over the holiday, I had the chance to do a lot of flying thanks to the beautiful weather Santa bro…

Flying with Garmin Pilot Series, Part 1: Creating a Flight Plan

21 January 2015 @ 8:25 AM


Garmin sailing products receive high accolades

Its been an exciting week for the Garmin marine team! First at the London Boat Show, the Garmin gWin…

Garmin sailing products receive high accolades

20 January 2015 @ 2:00 PM


Garmin Offers New Rebate Programs for King Air G1000 Upgrades

New Customers Can Save Up To $50,000 Garmin is pleased to announce two new rebate programs for s…

Garmin Offers New Rebate Programs for King Air G1000 Upgrades

20 January 2015 @ 6:00 AM


Introducing the Approach™ S5 GPS Golf Watch Featuring Color Touchscreen and CourseView Maps

Today were excited to introduce the slim, lightweight Approach S5 GPS golf watch. Boasting a high-…

Introducing the Approach™ S5 GPS Golf Watch Featuring Color Touchscreen and CourseView Maps

19 January 2015 @ 10:55 AM


Recap: Week 3 on the #PathToFit

The third week of 2015 is underway and this is typically the time when most people neglect their N…

Recap: Week 3 on the #PathToFit

16 January 2015 @ 2:00 PM


ADS-B Out Benefits and Incentives

Over the next two decades, the FAA is predicting a steady growth in air travel and to better prepa…

ADS-B Out Benefits and Incentives

16 January 2015 @ 8:04 AM


Garmin introduces new 7- and 10-inch marine instruments

Garmin is excited to announce the GNX 120 and GNX 130, two new large-format marine instrument displa…

Garmin introduces new 7- and 10-inch marine instruments

13 January 2015 @ 11:36 AM


Garmin to the Rescue

Man’s best friend isn’t just a common expression; it can be an actuality for countless people and …

Garmin to the Rescue

13 January 2015 @ 10:12 AM


Visit Garmin at the Sebring Light Sport Aircraft Expo This Week!

The 11thannual Light-Sport Aircraft (LSA) Expo in Sebring, Florida begins tomorrow and we welcome …

Visit Garmin at the Sebring Light Sport Aircraft Expo This Week!

13 January 2015 @ 7:30 AM


Garmin GPSMAP and echoMAP product lines receive new features

Garmin is excited to announce a new software update available to many multi-function displays (MFD…

Garmin GPSMAP and echoMAP product lines receive new features

12 January 2015 @ 3:00 PM


Garmin Aviation Product Support: #1 in ProPilot Survey for 11 Consecutive Years!

Congratulations Garmin! I am excited to announce for the eleventh year in a row, Garmin’s Aviatio…

Garmin Aviation Product Support: #1 in ProPilot Survey for 11 Consecutive Years!