Official GPS Watch Partner of UTMB World Series
Suunto Race 2
The choice of the world's best trail runners.
- 55 hours of GPS battery
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Offline maps
& turn-by-turn navigation - Bright AMOLED display
Navigate with confidence
Know the trail before you run it. Know where you are while you hit your stride.
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Discover new trails
Plan routes using real trail data, distance, and elevation before you head out.
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Know what’s coming
Preview elevation and key climbs so there are no surprises deep into the run.
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Navigate without signal or phone
Download maps in advance and follow your route completely offline.
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Stay on track
Get notified if you leave the route and use clear guidance to find your way back.
Effort, not just pace.
On trail, pace means nothing. Heart rate, climb load, and time on feet do. Suunto keeps you running to what actually matters.
Run by effort across terrain
Run by effort across terrain
Uses heart rate to show how hard you’re working as terrain changes, with alerts that flag effort drift before fatigue compounds.
Climb‑aware guidance when it matters
Climb‑aware guidance when it matters
Shows when a climb begins, how long it lasts, and what’s still to come.
Stay informed without overload
Stay informed without overload
See elapsed time, elevation, and heart rate at a glance on clean, customizable data screens.
Built for long days
Built for long days
Supports extended training sessions and ultra‑distance efforts without issue.
Run by effort across terrain
Uses heart rate to show how hard you’re working as terrain changes, with alerts that flag effort drift before fatigue compounds.
Climb‑aware guidance when it matters
Shows when a climb begins, how long it lasts, and what’s still to come.
Stay informed without overload
See elapsed time, elevation, and heart rate at a glance on clean, customizable data screens.
Built for long days
Supports extended training sessions and ultra‑distance efforts without issue.
Train smarter. Adapt over time.
See how training load, fitness, and recovery evolve over time. Follow your own plan or let Suunto Coach build one around your goals.
All your training in one place
View your weekly and monthly time, distance, and elevation data.
See progress over time
Track how your load, volume, and intensity trends change week by week.
Understand effort and technique
Analyze training load, intensity zones, and running form metrics like ground contact time and vertical oscillation.
Recovery insights you can act on
Recovery State combines sleep, HRV, recent load, and how you feel into one clear status.
A training plan that moves with you
Answer a few questions about your trail goals, available time, and experience, and Suunto Coach builds a structured plan that adapts as your training, recovery, and schedule change.
All your training in one place
View your weekly and monthly time, distance, and elevation data.
See progress over time
Track how your load, volume, and intensity trends change week by week.
Understand effort and technique
Analyze training load, intensity zones, and running form metrics like ground contact time and vertical oscillation.
Recovery insights you can act on
Recovery State combines sleep, HRV, recent load, and how you feel into one clear status.
A training plan that moves with you
Answer a few questions about your trail goals, available time, and experience, and Suunto Coach builds a structured plan that adapts as your training, recovery, and schedule change.
When It Matters Most
Know where you are. Know what's ahead.
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Find Your Way Back
Use Find back navigation to guide you back to your starting point if you lose your way.
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Weather Alarms
Preview elevation and key climbs so there are no surprises deep into the run.
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Sunset Alarm
Get reminded as daylight fades.
Built for Your Trail & Ultra Runs
Suunto Race 2 brings clarity to every part of trail and ultra running: from route planning and real-time effort to training load and recovery.
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Training battery life
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Altitude and climb tracking
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Suunto Race 2
Coral Orange
Maximum performance for the trail. Long battery, pinpoint accuracy and intelligent training tools.
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Suunto Race
All Black
A capable, proven trail watch with everything you need for long days out.
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Suunto Race S
Powder Gray
Smaller and lighter, without compromise. The trail-ready choice for runners who prefer a compact fit.
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FAQs
What should I look for in a trail running watch?
A good trail running watch should offer long battery life, accurate GPS, reliable altitude tracking, and navigation tools like offline maps. Durability is also key for rough terrain.
The Suunto Race family delivers all of these essentials, making it well-suited for trail runners of all levels. If you want maximum performance and battery for long races, the Suunto Race 2 is the top choice, while the Race S is ideal for those who prefer a lighter, more compact watch.
Will the battery last through a 100-mile race?
For ultra-distance races, you need a watch that can last well beyond 24 hours with GPS tracking.
The Suunto Race family supports extended battery life for long-distance efforts, with Race 2 providing up to 55+ hours in performance mode—ideal for 100-mile ultras. Race and Race S offer 30-50 hours, sufficient for most 100K+ events.
Can I navigate without my phone in the backcountry?
Yes—trail running watches today allow full offline navigation with preloaded routes and maps.
All models in the Suunto Race family support route navigation, so you can explore without relying on your phone. The Suunto Race 2 enhances this experience with more advanced mapping and smoother on-watch navigation.
How accurate is elevation tracking on steep climbs?
Accurate elevation data depends on both GPS and barometric measurements, especially in mountainous terrain.
The Suunto Race family provides reliable altitude tracking for climbs and descents. The Suunto Race 2 further improves accuracy with enhanced tracking performance, making it especially useful for technical mountain routes.
Will my watch survive harsh trail conditions?
Trail running demands a watch that can handle mud, rain, dust, and impact.
The entire Suunto Race family is designed with durability in mind, using robust materials suitable for outdoor conditions, so you can run confidently in challenging environments.
How do I plan routes for unfamiliar trails?
Routes can be planned using apps and synced directly to your watch, allowing you to follow them in real time.
With the Suunto app and the Race family, you can easily create or import routes and navigate them on your wrist. The Race 2 offers a more seamless mapping experience for complex or longer routes.
Can I track vertical gain during my runs?
Yes—tracking ascent and descent is essential for understanding trail performance.
All watches in the Suunto Race family track vertical gain in real time, helping you prepare for elevation-heavy races.
Can I read my watch in bright sunlight?
Visibility is crucial when running in exposed environments.
The Suunto Race family features bright, high-contrast displays designed for outdoor readability. The Race 2 offers the most vivid display experience, while the Race S provides similar clarity in a smaller form factor.
What safety features help on remote trails?
Key safety features include navigation, route tracking, and long battery life to ensure your watch lasts the entire run.
The Suunto Race family supports route guidance and backtracking, helping you stay on course. With its extended battery life, the Race 2 adds extra security for longer and more remote adventures.
How do I train for technical mountain terrain?
Training for technical trails requires tracking elevation, effort, and recovery over time.
The Suunto Race family provides training insights to help you improve performance. If you're preparing for demanding races or mountainous terrain, the Race 2 offers the most advanced tools for tracking and optimizing your training.
