{"product_id":"garmin-light-varia-rearvue-820-ww-rear","title":"Garmin Light Varia RearVue 820 WW Rear","description":"\u003ch1 data-end=\"29\" data-section-id=\"1ym6s25\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eGarmin Varia RearVue 820 WW\u003c\/h1\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp data-end=\"68\" data-start=\"31\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eGarmin Varia RearVue 820\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"84\" data-section-id=\"1a65zp3\" data-start=\"70\"\u003eWhat Is It?\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp data-end=\"520\" data-start=\"85\"\u003eThe Garmin Varia RearVue 820 is a premium rear-facing radar and tail light designed to improve cyclist safety. It detects vehicles approaching from behind and sends visual, audible, or vibration alerts to compatible Garmin Edge computers, Garmin smartwatches, smartphones, and selected third-party devices. It combines advanced radar technology with a high-visibility rear light in a compact unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"537\" data-section-id=\"1ma7m6t\" data-start=\"522\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul data-end=\"1100\" data-start=\"538\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"599\" data-section-id=\"6krokp\" data-start=\"538\"\u003eRear-facing radar detects vehicles up to 175 meters behind.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"669\" data-section-id=\"1dipd46\" data-start=\"600\"\u003eIntegrated high-visibility tail light visible from up to 2 km away.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"717\" data-section-id=\"3x0wo3\" data-start=\"670\"\u003eVehicle size and threat-level classification.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"774\" data-section-id=\"1x26pv8\" data-start=\"718\"\u003eBrake light function alerts traffic when slowing down.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"836\" data-section-id=\"164c0xe\" data-start=\"775\"\u003eSame-speed vehicle detection for vehicles pacing the rider.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"913\" data-section-id=\"3yzo48\" data-start=\"837\"\u003eMultiple light modes including Day Flash, Night Flash, Solid, and Peloton.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"948\" data-section-id=\"1al8acu\" data-start=\"914\"\u003eANT+ and Bluetooth connectivity.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"966\" data-section-id=\"ccw4ib\" data-start=\"949\"\u003eUSB-C charging.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1100\" data-section-id=\"1v5jkl8\" data-start=\"967\"\u003eCompatible with Garmin Edge devices, smartphones, and selected third-party cycling computers.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1119\" data-section-id=\"1a3ueyz\" data-start=\"1102\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul data-end=\"1648\" data-start=\"1120\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1138\" data-section-id=\"95fn98\" data-start=\"1120\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1133\" data-start=\"1122\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90 g\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1178\" data-section-id=\"keiqwc\" data-start=\"1139\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1156\" data-start=\"1141\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 98.9 x 25.9 x 43.2 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1219\" data-section-id=\"1mcccrq\" data-start=\"1179\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1207\" data-start=\"1181\"\u003eRadar Detection Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 175 m\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1257\" data-section-id=\"1etlopp\" data-start=\"1220\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1246\" data-start=\"1222\"\u003eVisibility Distance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 2 km\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1283\" data-section-id=\"1einevy\" data-start=\"1258\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1278\" data-start=\"1260\"\u003eViewing Angle:\u003c\/strong\u003e 220°\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1311\" data-section-id=\"1c45bil\" data-start=\"1284\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1307\" data-start=\"1286\"\u003eRadar Beam Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60°\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1360\" data-section-id=\"140urer\" data-start=\"1312\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1337\" data-start=\"1314\"\u003eMaximum Brightness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 lumens (Day Flash)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1491\" data-section-id=\"heh35n\" data-start=\"1361\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1380\" data-start=\"1363\"\u003eBattery Life:\u003c\/strong\u003e\r\n\t\u003cul data-end=\"1491\" data-start=\"1383\"\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003cli data-end=\"1405\" data-section-id=\"aj5ihu\" data-start=\"1383\"\u003eUp to 10 hrs (Solid)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003cli data-end=\"1432\" data-section-id=\"kfenrt\" data-start=\"1408\"\u003eUp to 15 hrs (Peloton)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003cli data-end=\"1461\" data-section-id=\"1jmrp5g\" data-start=\"1435\"\u003eUp to 24 hrs (Day Flash)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003cli data-end=\"1491\" data-section-id=\"gsjdnx\" data-start=\"1464\"\u003eUp to 30 hrs (Radar Only)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1516\" data-section-id=\"8qibo6\" data-start=\"1492\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1511\" data-start=\"1494\"\u003eWater Rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e IPX7\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1555\" data-section-id=\"8c8yyc\" data-start=\"1517\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1536\" data-start=\"1519\"\u003eConnectivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e ANT+, Bluetooth LE\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1648\" data-section-id=\"18a7dkt\" data-start=\"1556\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1571\" data-start=\"1558\"\u003eCharging:\u003c\/strong\u003e USB-C rechargeable lithium-ion battery\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1657\" data-section-id=\"1xwciez\" data-start=\"1650\"\u003ePros\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul data-end=\"2118\" data-start=\"1658\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1712\" data-section-id=\"1x3s3q7\" data-start=\"1658\"\u003eIndustry-leading radar accuracy and detection range.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1769\" data-section-id=\"1iem6ne\" data-start=\"1713\"\u003eSignificantly improved situational awareness on roads.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1828\" data-section-id=\"1td33lh\" data-start=\"1770\"\u003eExcellent battery life compared to previous generations.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1891\" data-section-id=\"1isztai\" data-start=\"1829\"\u003eBright rear light enhances daytime and nighttime visibility.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1937\" data-section-id=\"12zavma\" data-start=\"1892\"\u003eUSB-C charging simplifies cable management.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1994\" data-section-id=\"vh93zp\" data-start=\"1938\"\u003eAdvanced vehicle classification and threat assessment.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"2028\" data-section-id=\"408or8\" data-start=\"1995\"\u003eCompact and aerodynamic design.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"2118\" data-section-id=\"1u7eqt1\" data-start=\"2029\"\u003eWorks with both Garmin and smartphone ecosystems.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2127\" data-section-id=\"1xvztdg\" data-start=\"2120\"\u003eCons\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul data-end=\"2471\" data-start=\"2128\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"2150\" data-section-id=\"gls9cs\" data-start=\"2128\"\u003ePremium price point.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"2216\" data-section-id=\"1laycvv\" data-start=\"2151\"\u003eAdvanced radar features work best with newer Garmin Edge units.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"2292\" data-section-id=\"1em2opo\" data-start=\"2217\"\u003eMay generate frequent alerts in group rides due to increased sensitivity.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"2369\" data-section-id=\"tycgl7\" data-start=\"2293\"\u003eSome third-party head units cannot display all advanced radar information.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"2471\" data-section-id=\"946own\" data-start=\"2370\"\u003eOverkill for riders who mostly cycle on protected bike paths.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2499\" data-section-id=\"13o4ft3\" data-start=\"2473\"\u003eWho Is It Suitable For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul data-end=\"2691\" data-start=\"2500\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"2516\" data-section-id=\"103tevq\" data-start=\"2500\"\u003eRoad cyclists.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"2551\" data-section-id=\"10s83z5\" data-start=\"2517\"\u003eEndurance and gran fondo riders.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"2595\" data-section-id=\"z7r2yi\" data-start=\"2552\"\u003eGravel riders sharing roads with traffic.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"2640\" data-section-id=\"7bq8sb\" data-start=\"2596\"\u003eDaily commuters riding in vehicle traffic.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"2691\" data-section-id=\"qeefh1\" data-start=\"2641\"\u003eSolo cyclists prioritizing safety and awareness.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2714\" data-section-id=\"10v8nod\" data-start=\"2693\"\u003eWho Should Use It?\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul data-end=\"2984\" data-start=\"2715\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"2779\" data-section-id=\"1qxh0fr\" data-start=\"2715\"\u003eCyclists who regularly ride on open roads with motor vehicles.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"2844\" data-section-id=\"15i4e99\" data-start=\"2780\"\u003eGarmin Edge users wanting the most advanced radar integration.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"2916\" data-section-id=\"ea1yym\" data-start=\"2845\"\u003eRiders who train alone and need early warning of approaching traffic.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"2984\" data-section-id=\"1n2kap9\" data-start=\"2917\"\u003eSafety-conscious cyclists willing to invest in premium equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3000\" data-section-id=\"1mrtquc\" data-start=\"2986\"\u003eBottom Line\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp data-end=\"3526\" data-start=\"3001\"\u003eThe Garmin Varia RearVue 820 is widely regarded as one of the most advanced cycling radar systems currently available. Its combination of long-range vehicle detection, bright rear lighting, enhanced threat analysis, USB-C charging, and exceptional battery life makes it a standout safety upgrade for road and gravel cyclists. While expensive, it delivers meaningful real-world safety benefits and is particularly valuable for riders who spend significant time sharing roads with traffic. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"Garmin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48302969356510,"sku":"010-03180-00","price":6499.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1242\/8790\/files\/23775_Garmin-VariaTM-RearVue-820-Rear-Radar-Light-Black-2.webp?v=1780481794","url":"https:\/\/online-bicycle-shop.co.za\/products\/garmin-light-varia-rearvue-820-ww-rear","provider":"Online Bicycle Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}