Garmin Forerunner 55
The Garmin Forerunner 55 is a running-focused GPS watch built for everyday training — lightweight, straightforward, and centred on the metrics that actually help you run better: pace, distance, heart rate, and recovery guidance, without the bulk or price of Garmin’s premium multisport watches.
Why the Forerunner 55 stands out
Garmin built the Forerunner 55 specifically around running, and it shows in the details: daily suggested workouts adapt to your recent training and recovery, a race predictor estimates your finish time across distances from 5K to marathon based on current fitness, and PacePro guidance helps you pace an entire race or route in advance. Its lightweight case and long battery life — up to roughly two weeks in smartwatch mode — make it easy to wear all day for continuous heart rate, sleep, and stress tracking, not just during workouts. Menstrual cycle tracking is also built in for female athletes monitoring how their cycle affects training and recovery.
Why buy from City Tech?
City Tech stocks genuine Garmin watches sourced through authorised channels, sealed in box with full manufacturer warranty. We are not an importer of grey-market or refurbished units. Order online for delivery across Kenya, or visit our shop on Moi Avenue, Nairobi.
KEY FEATURES
- Daily suggested workouts: Adapts to your recent training load and recovery status
- Race predictor: Estimates finish times from 5K up to marathon distance
- PacePro pacing guidance: Plan and follow pacing strategies for races and routes
- Lightweight, all-day wearable design: Comfortable for continuous 24/7 tracking
- Up to ~2 weeks battery life: In smartwatch mode
- Built-in GPS: Accurate pace and distance tracking without needing a phone
- Smartphone notifications: Calls, texts, and app alerts on your wrist
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | Garmin |
| Model | Forerunner 55 |
| Display | Transflective memory-in-pixel (MIP) |
| GPS | Built-in GPS, GLONASS, Galileo |
| Battery life (smartwatch mode) | Up to ~2 weeks |
| Battery life (GPS mode) | Up to ~20 hours |
| Water rating | 5 ATM |
| Heart rate | Wrist-based, continuous |
| Training tools | Race predictor, PacePro, daily suggested workouts |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth |
| Compatibility | iOS and Android via Garmin Connect app |
| Warranty | Garmin manufacturer warranty |
WHAT’S IN THE BOX
- Garmin Forerunner 55 watch
- Charging/data cable
- Basic user documentation


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