Meet My New Training Buddy
Suunto Race S Titanium (Courtney Edition)
Say hello to my new training buddy! I’ve been testing the Suunto Race S Titanium (yep, the Courtney edition with the glowy strap) and it’s quickly become my go‑to on trail days, data-heavy long runs, and anytime I want to feel like a little tech-savvy woodland elf.
Now, don’t get me wrong, my Garmin Fenix 6 has been the most loyal companion. Solid, dependable, and built like a tank. But Suunto's charm is undeniable, and it brings some serious perks that made me lean in a little closer.
Suunto Race S Titanium vs Garmin Fenix 6
My Honest Take
| Feature | Suunto Race S | Garmin Fenix 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Life | 🔋 ~30 hours GPS / ~9–10 days smartwatch | ⚡ Less than 24 hours GPS / ~6–7 days daily use |
| Ease of Use | 🙌 Super intuitive, no accidental laps | 😅 A little clunky, and oh the accidental laps! |
| Map Functionality | 🗺️ Accurate, easy to load Steve’s routes | 🧭 Solid, but loading routes takes a few more taps |
| Heart Rate Sensor | 😕 Inaccurate, off by 20–30 bpm at times | 🧡 More reliable, though still not chest strap perfect |
| Smartwatch Features | 👎 Limited no music storage or tap-to-pay | ✅ Strong music, notifications, weather, calendar |
| Everyday Use | 🏃 Better for training‑only days | 💼 My preferred daily watch great as a work buddy |
| Build & Feel | 🪶 Lightweight, slim, glowy & playful | 🧱 Rugged, masculine, weighty (not a bad thing!) |
Verdict?
So here’s my honest breakdown: for pure training, especially long runs and mapping new routes, Suunto wins hands down. The battery life is a dream, the ease of loading maps is chef’s kiss, and I never accidentally hit the lap button when I’m reviewing my pace or wiping sweat off my nose. Plus, the Courtney Edition is just plain FUN.
But for workdays, daily wear, and anything more smartwatch-y? Garmin still owns that category. I can see emails, track my next meeting, and wear it to work meetings without feeling like I’m wearing a sports lab on my wrist.
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