While I generally love running with my Garmin Forerunner 165 (which I've previously reviewed), when I strapped the watch on the morning of the race, I had some reservations. Once saved, the workout automatically synced to my Forerunner 165, and I could start it just like any other workout on race morning. Forerunner 165 GPS accuracyHere's where the Forerunner 165 really impressed me. How the Forerunner 165 performed on race dayDuring the race itself, the Forerunner 165 delivered exactly what I needed without overwhelming me with unnecessary data. Advice for racing with the Garmin Forerunner 165Based on my race day experience, here are my top recommendations for getting the most out of your Forerunner 165 during a race:Charge fully the night before .