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Garmin Tread 2: New rugged navigator for extreme weather supports off-road navigation and music control

Tread 2: New navigation system for harsh conditions. (Image source: Garmin)
Tread 2: New navigation system for harsh conditions. (Image source: Garmin)
Garmin is offering a new navigation solution that is designed for use in extreme weather and off-road environments and comes with extensive map material. However, not all functions are free.

Garmin is best known for its numerous smartwatches, but the manufacturer's extensive range also includes navigation systems. The company now has a new navigation system on offer, the Tread 2, which is aimed at motorcyclists who are looking for a robust system with a wide range of functions.

The Garmin Tread 2 is equipped with a 6-inch color screen with a resolution of 1,280 x 720, which should allow for easy reading in sunlight. The battery life at maximum brightness is specified as up to 5 hours, with a maximum of 7 hours at reduced brightness. The device is certified in accordance with MIL-STD-810, IPX7 and IP6X, which means it should be impervious to dust and water.

Maps can be stored on the 64 GB internal memory and a microSD card reader is also available. Trail navigation with turn-by-turn directions is supported, and snowmobile trails in Sweden, Finland and Norway are even integrated. 3D terrain maps and road maps are on board, and Outdoor Maps+ with premium map content can also be used, but this requires a paid subscription. Routing can be done depending on the size and weight of your vehicle.  

Not only is there a GNSS module with GPS and Galileo sensors, but a barometric altimeter, a compass and displays for longitudinal and lateral inclination are also integrated. GPX files can be imported. Music playback can be controlled from  a paired smartphone and compatibility with dog tracking devices is also supported.

The Garmin Tread 2 is now available at a price of $699.99.

The position of other drivers can be displayed. (Image source: Garmin)
The position of other drivers can be displayed. (Image source: Garmin)

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Silvio Werner, 2024-11- 6 (Update: 2024-11- 6)