Technology · Consumer gadgets · published 2026-08-24 · via ZDNET

Early Labor Day Garmin watch deals target marathon runners

ZDNET has compiled early Labor Day deals on Garmin watches, including the Fenix 8 Pro at $950 (save $150) and the Forerunner 165 at $199 (save $51). Other models like the Instinct 3 and Epix Pro are also discounted. These deals are aimed at runners preparing for fall marathons.

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The featured discounts span Garmin's lineup from flagship to budget-friendly options. The Fenix 8 Pro, a top seller during Prime Day, offers broad connectivity with smartphones and external sensors like golf club and bike trackers. The Instinct 3 and Epix Pro both carry 34% markdowns, representing the steepest percentage savings among the highlighted models, while the Venu 3S offers the largest dollar reduction at $162 off.

Garmin watches are favored by runners for multi-band GPS accuracy, extended battery life, and detailed running analytics. The Forerunner series targets different skill levels, with the 165 positioned for casual runners and the 265 featuring an AMOLED

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