Garmin has unveiled the Varia RCT715 rearview radar featuring a camera and tail light. Designed to provide cyclists with peace of mind during any ride, day or night, the Varia RCT715 continuously captures video during a ride while still providing Garmin’s radar technology.
“For years, cyclists around the world have trusted our Varia rearview radars to enhance their awareness of approaching vehicles during a ride, and we are thrilled to add the new RCT715 to the line-up of ‘must-have’ cycling safety products,” said Dan Bartel, Garmin Vice President of Global Consumer Sales.
“Now, cyclists can head out for a ride knowing the Varia RCT715 rearview radar activated tail light will notify oncoming cars to the presence of a rider, and the built-in camera will continuously record their surroundings and provide video evidence of an incident, should they ever need it.”
Garmin notes a number of new features in the Varia RCT715:
- Built-in camera: capture sharp, clear footage at up to 1080p/30 fps during any ride.
- Automatic incident capture: if an incident is detected, video footage from before, during and after the event will automatically be saved.
- Additional Varia app functionality: access video footage, transfer videos or customize camera settings, such as data overlays.
The Varia RCT715 also provides Garmin’s cycling safety features, including:
- Awareness: visual and audible notifications warn of vehicles approaching from behind, up to 153 yards away.
- Visibility: The tail light can be seen up to a mile away, which can make it easier for drivers to see a cyclist before the radar sees the vehicle.
Featuring multiple pairing options, the Varia RCT715 can be used with a compatible Garmin Edge cycling computer, Garmin smartwatch, or the Varia smart device app. When paired with a compatible smartphone, it integrates with select third-party apps, such as Ride with GPS, to let cyclists overlay their maps with rearview radar notifications.
The Varia RCT715 features up to 4 hours of battery life with radar and tail light on solid high or night flash and up to 6 hours with radar and tail light on day flash – all with the camera continuously recording at 1080p. The Varia RCT715 has a suggested retail price of US$399.99 / £349.99 and is available now on garmin.com.
