Descent G1 Series - Recent Threads

RE: Dive shows up on watch, but won't sync to Garmin Connect or Dive

3738212 — Sat, 14 Mar 2026 11:54:04 GMT

I’ve been having the same sync issue with my dive logs lately. Usually, a quick restart of the Bluetooth on both my phone and watch fixes the handshake, but sometimes it takes a full app restart to get the data to show up.

If the basic steps don't work, checking for a firmware update is a good move. I've found some helpful technical threads about device connectivity that explain how these wireless sensors communicate. Sometimes the best refrigerant for a glitchy sync is just clearing the app cache and trying a manual sync via the USB cable to bypass the Bluetooth lag entirely.

Dive shows up on watch, but won't sync to Garmin Connect or Dive

natechristman — Fri, 16 Jan 2026 20:34:23 GMT

I dove this morning to test some gear. I was not in pool mode. I wore a Garmin Swim HR strap under my undergarments in my drysuit. When I finished the dive, I downloaded the HR data to the watch, it said it processed and was successful. Now I cannot get the dive to sync to Connect or Dive. Web or app. It's on my watch, and I was able to sync it to Subsurface. I did a test strength workout, and that activity synced no problem, but no dice on the dive. Is there something with using a HR monitor that just blows the mind of the G1 + Connect? Sometimes I get duplicate dives (one with HR data, one without), but this is the first time I can't actually sync the dive at all.

RE: Dive shows up on watch, but won't sync to Garmin Connect or Dive

AhsanSahab — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 10:12:44 GMT

If a dive appears on your watch but does not sync to Garmin Connect or Garmin Dive, it is usually caused by a temporary sync problem. Try syncing the watch again, make sure Bluetooth and internet are on, and check that the apps are updated. Restarting the watch and phone can also help. If the dive still does not appear, reconnect the watch to Garmin Connect and sync again Minecraft Patch Download.

Ice Skating Activity

5290884 — Tue, 06 Jan 2026 01:23:16 GMT

I have the Descent G1 and apparently "Ice Skating" isn't an entirely supported activity.

It's a bit strange because I can start it as another activity, "Walk" for example. And then after I can change the saved activity to "Ice Skating". And it gives me the nice ice skating icon. But it's a bit of a pain having to do this every time. I just want to start the activity as Ice Skating. I realize I could just copy another activity and rename it, and live with the incorrect icon, but I don't see why I should need to since pretty much all other Garmin watches support it, and the Decent G1 sort-of does with the workaround.

I mode trail / hike the "ascent" elevation get stuck. I use the warranty but having the same problem (maybe it's the same watch) Try all different things problem stay.Im' pretty sur the the send me the same watch for warranty :( not appl

9772221 — Sun, 21 Dec 2025 16:07:29 GMT

Here we see the 2 watch

On the right ascent get stuck to 72

Altitude is pretty Right

The instinct work normaly.

RE: I mode trail / hike the "ascent" elevation get stuck. I use the warranty but having the same problem (maybe it's the same watch) Try all different things problem stay.Im' pretty sur the the send me the same watch for warranty :( not

trux — Wed, 24 Dec 2025 09:37:14 GMT

As I wrote, there is no apparent hardware problem with your watch, since the sensor works. So it is expected that the replacement of the watch cannot change anything. However, if you are really using the Hike activity for crosscountry ski, then it is not surprising the recording is wrong. Use the dedicated Cross-Country Ski activity instead. And disable the Auto-Pause.

[quote userid="1768486" url="~/outdoor-recreation/outdoor-recreation/f/descent-g1/428102/i-mode-trail-hike-the-ascent-elevation-get-stuck-i-use-the-warranty-but-having-the-same-problem-maybe-it-s-the-same-watch-try-all-different-things-problem-stay-im-pretty-sur-the-the-send-me-the-same-watch-for-warranty-not-app/1998428"]Got the same problem the day before with my basket on a basic hike[/quote]

Again, do not use Hiking for anything else than hiking. If you play basketball, use the Basketball activity profile.

RE: I mode trail / hike the "ascent" elevation get stuck. I use the warranty but having the same problem (maybe it's the same watch) Try all different things problem stay.Im' pretty sur the the send me the same watch for warranty :( not

9772221 — Wed, 24 Dec 2025 05:52:27 GMT

Not that :

I have a new watch coming for warranty who have the same problem (so reset factory)

And

I have multiple times make an update (automatic with my phone)

And

Do also a reset factory by following the instructions and using a pc

Problem always happens

And as I told, you can find the problem on Fenix and instinct which means it's more a software problem than a hardware or configuration problem

RE: I mode trail / hike the "ascent" elevation get stuck. I use the warranty but having the same problem (maybe it's the same watch) Try all different things problem stay.Im' pretty sur the the send me the same watch for warranty :( not

9772221 — Wed, 24 Dec 2025 05:48:55 GMT

First all thanks to your answer

When I say ski. It's mean skin hiking. So I don't take a lift. I climb with ski and skin outside of a ressort. But the problem is the same regardless off what I have to my feet

Got the same problem the day before with my basket on a basic hike

Altitude on the 2 watch are a little different on the pictures but most of the time they are close enough to be right

To finish I don't use auto pause

So : got a new watch, same problem, aways here regardless of activity and present on some.other watch

Thx

RE: I mode trail / hike the "ascent" elevation get stuck. I use the warranty but having the same problem (maybe it's the same watch) Try all different things problem stay.Im' pretty sur the the send me the same watch for warranty :( not

9772221 — Wed, 24 Dec 2025 05:44:22 GMT

I compare the #serial it's not the same

But the probability to have the same problem on a second watch mean that :

I have no luck

All the watch have the same problem (it common also on Fenix or instinct)

(I detail my answer in your second Post)

RE: I mode trail / hike the "ascent" elevation get stuck. I use the warranty but having the same problem (maybe it's the same watch) Try all different things problem stay.Im' pretty sur the the send me the same watch for warranty :( not

trux — Tue, 23 Dec 2025 22:48:15 GMT

[quote userid="1768486" url="~/outdoor-recreation/outdoor-recreation/f/descent-g1/428102/i-mode-trail-hike-the-ascent-elevation-get-stuck-i-use-the-warranty-but-having-the-same-problem-maybe-it-s-the-same-watch-try-all-different-things-problem-stay-im-pretty-sur-the-the-send-me-the-same-watch-for-warranty-not-app"]I mode trail / hike the "ascent" elevation get stuck[/quote]

... BTW, using the Hike or Trail for a ski activity is not really a wise choice. These activity profiles expect certain pattern of accelerometer data to help detecting your motion, steps, and cadence. When on ski, the patterns are completely different than what the watch expects. It may then also go into the auto-pause mode, when you move slowly uphill, hence stopping also incrementing the elevation gain (ascent).

Why don't you rather use the corresponding ski activity?

RE: I mode trail / hike the "ascent" elevation get stuck. I use the warranty but having the same problem (maybe it's the same watch) Try all different things problem stay.Im' pretty sur the the send me the same watch for warranty :( not

trux — Tue, 23 Dec 2025 22:32:19 GMT

You could check the serial number and compare it with the original you had, but to me it does not really look like a hardware problem - the altimeter (the pressure sensor) clearly works on the right watch, because the absolute altitude varies on both watches. I'd tell that the watch failed to detect you ascent, and perhaps considered that you took a lift. There is clearly no problem with the sensor, so it is not surprising the replacement watch did not help.

RE: I mode trail / hike the "ascent" elevation get stuck. I use the warranty but having the same problem (maybe it's the same watch) Try all different things problem stay.Im' pretty sur the the send me the same watch for warranty :( not

Garmin - KS — Tue, 23 Dec 2025 21:58:37 GMT

If you haven't already done so, please try rebooting your watch. I also recommend ensuring that the sensor port is clean and free of debris, as well as the suggestions outlined in this support article: Troubleshooting the Descent G1 Series Altimeter and Barometer

Please let me know if this issue persists or if you have any questions!

RE: Descent G1 unresponsive

Garmin - MR — Wed, 10 Dec 2025 22:11:15 GMT

Please try the troubleshooting steps in this FAQ we've created to help with cleaning the contacts on a Garmin watch. This should get the Descent G1 back up and charging again. Please let us know if that doesn't resolve the issue you're experiencing with charging.

Descent G1 unresponsive

cposch2004 — Sun, 07 Dec 2025 21:02:16 GMT

I had no plugged my watch in for 6 months.

I have it plugged in for 12 hours now and it is still showing the same things: a picture of a dead battery, and a black triangle.

I try to factory reset, soft, doesn't matter ..... I hold the LIGHT button down for 60 seconds and nothing happens.

Any ideas what steps to take next (beside get an entirely new watch that is not a Garmin)

Thank you!!!

Garmin G1 Descent is non-responsive to anything

cposch2004 — Sun, 07 Dec 2025 21:17:43 GMT

I had no plugged my watch in for 6 months.

I have it plugged in for 12 hours now and it is still showing the same things: a picture of a dead battery, and a black triangle.

I try to factory reset, soft, doesn't matter ..... I hold the LIGHT button down for 60 seconds and nothing happens.

Any ideas what steps to take next....

Thank you!!!

Descent G2 or Stick With Descent G1?

gaijin — Wed, 12 Feb 2025 17:41:05 GMT

General thoughts from those who have lived with the G1 for awhile?

I like the idea of the AMOLED display on the G2, but am put off by the relatively short battery life.

No LED light seems like an oversight, but would it be worth it, really?

Any other thoughts?

TIA

RE: Descent G2 or Stick With Descent G1?

gonzoid1 — Sat, 06 Dec 2025 16:23:50 GMT

'Dive mode' G1 25 hours, G2, 27 hours? Seems slightly longer battery life, but everything else is shorter. (I have an Apple Watch, and charge it every night, so not such a huge problem) But how is 'dive mode' time longer? Seems odd...

G1 battery life: Dive Mode: Up to 25 hours
Smartwatch: Up to 21 days
Battery Saver Watch Mode: Up to 48 days
GPS: Up to 26 hours
Max Battery GPS Mode: Up to 56 hours
Expedition GPS Activity: Up to 27 days

G2 battery life: Dive Mode: Up to 27 hours
Smartwatch: Up to 10 days (4 days always-on)
Battery Saver Watch Mode: Up to 12 days
GPS Only: Up to 20 hours
All Satellite Systems: Up to 15 hours
Max Battery GPS: Up to 44 hours
Expedition GPS: Up to 10 days

Memory: G1 32m, G2 4GB? Massive memory boost!

Supports Cycling Dynamics. A plus.

Doesn't rely on ANT+ for communication! YES!!

What's the resale value of a G1 Solar?

RE: Feature Request: G1 Apnea pool / Dynamic freediving

Former Member — Sun, 23 Nov 2025 13:54:29 GMT

Hi Garmin team, any update about this request ?

Feature Request: G1 Apnea pool / Dynamic freediving

Kim — Tue, 18 Feb 2025 08:20:12 GMT

Dear Garmin team, I own a Descent G1 and absolutely love it. Since the start my main complaint has been the lack of profile for Apnea pool training / freediving dynamic training. Now that the G2 is out and I see it has that feature, can we G1 users hope for a Dynamic apnea update on our watches? Please do so garmin team! It would really make such a difference.

... even more so since www.apnea.me app is not compatible with the G1...

gpx cannot load

8638620 — Sun, 09 Nov 2025 12:26:53 GMT

I am using descent g1 solar.

I am trying to load a utmb gpx for an 20k trail

even thou the garmin connect says sync

I use the app and sync

but my watch do not show the route

so online says maybe the route is too complicated for the watch

so from 700 points i used ai to simplify it to 200 points

but the watch still refuse to load

i got a feeling the watch canot do trail run at all with route.

RE: Feature Request: G1 Apnea pool / Dynamic freediving

Garmin-Laurie — Wed, 24 Sep 2025 22:42:27 GMT

You can submit these types or recommendations here for Garmin's consideration: https://www.garmin.com/en-US/forms/ideas/

RE: Feature request: activation/deactivation depth options for pool apnea

Garmin-Laurie — Wed, 24 Sep 2025 22:42:04 GMT

You can submit these types or recommendations here for Garmin's consideration: https://www.garmin.com/en-US/forms/ideas/

Feature request: activation/deactivation depth options for pool apnea

Lauri J — Thu, 08 Dec 2022 15:50:52 GMT

Basically the same thing that was requested here for Descent Mk2

forums.garmin.com/.../1538995

RE: Feature request: activation/deactivation depth options for pool apnea

Kim — Fri, 19 Sep 2025 15:40:29 GMT

Yes! Garmin please do something about this!

RE: Feature Request: G1 Apnea pool / Dynamic freediving

Tiancris — Fri, 19 Sep 2025 14:14:43 GMT

Please, I need this feature too!