[krisdol]

Agreed. They say this is for explorers and adventure, but it seems like I’d be out of charge after the first segment of a backpacking trip. Need a map of an area for the return or the next day? Good luck.

[enraged_camel]

It's not a huge deal. When I go on multi-day backpacking trips, I carry battery packs and/or solar chargers with me anyway, because I need to be able to charge my phone.

[bornfreddy]

I thought this was a thing of a past? Mine easily lasts 4-5 days if I turn off wifi and bt (which I assume you don't need much when backpacking).

[chrisseaton]

Carry a small battery pack.

[nradov]

The latest Garmin devices have much longer battery life with equivalent functionality, and can extend battery life with solar charging.

https://www.garmin.com/en-US/p/854515

[tenacious_tuna]

that's a lot of weight to add for backpacking. every bit counts when you're going 20 miles up and down hills.