Suunto 9 Peak

The latest of the latest from Suunto comes not only to improve its aesthetics and design, but also its functionalities to help the athlete to improve their sports performance. The new Suunto 9 Peak enters the scene stomping, a GPS sports watch of last generation with an excellent autonomy of its long battery life, new function that allows you to measure the amount of oxygen in blood and also implements new software updates to enhance and improve wireless connectivity. All this with a sleek, slim and durable design, trademark of the house.

With the new launch of the Suunto 9 Peak are we facing a change of trend in the high-end GPSHeart Rate Monitors & Sports Watches of the Finnish brand?

Everything points to yes, because this new Suunto 9 Peak is presented as Suunto's thinnest, lightest, most powerful and durable training device to date. A comprehensive and definitive bet to maximize your most extreme sporting experiences. The most demanding multisport athletes will have a great ally in this Suunto 9 Peak, because it integrates all the features you need to bring out your best version from the first to the last kilometer of each of your workouts. The perfect adventure companion that will be at the foot of the canyon when you need it most!

"When we design a new watch, we start by evaluating the user experience as well as their expectations and combine it with our latest technological developments. We found that many people wanted the features of the Suunto 9 Baro, but in a smaller, streamlined design that didn't compromise on battery life or feature set. Our team of designers and engineers worked closely together to develop the Suunto 9 Peak in response to this need," said Heikki Norta, President of Suunto.

What are the strengths of this Suunto 9 Peak?

Based on the best-selling Suunto 9 Baro, thisnew version of the Suunto 9 Peak has as its main argument in favor the great battery life, which can reach up to 170 hours with GPS and Tour mode. In addition, it goes a step further, because you can have a full battery charge in just one hour. The references of its battery are:

• In standard watch mode: 14 days.

• With 24/7 tracking and mobile notifications: 7 days.

• GPS training mode: 25 h./50 h./120 h./170 h.

Also as a member of the exclusive Suunto 9 family, this Peak version brings with it 80 sports modes, from running, walking, through swimming and mountain biking, to triathlon or skiing. Intelligent battery management system; optical sensor from the wrist with greater accuracy; improved navigation; a more detailed outdoor weather information; and customizable screens for the user to view quickly, clearly and concisely all your training parameters.

However, the differential valor of this Suunto 9 Peak with respect to other high-end models of the renowned Nordic firm are summarized in:

More minimalist design: 37% thinner and 36% lighter compared to the top of the range Suunto 9 Baro.

Blood oxygen level measurements: the user can know in more detail the levels of acclimatization at higher altitudes.

Faster charging: 100% battery charge in 1 hour. Intelligent battery modes: performance, endurance, Ultra, tour and custom.

Automatic backlight adjustment, leveling intensity based on existing lighting conditions.

New dial that presents weekly training metrics and inspires new routines.

Improved watch strap with a new metal fastening pin, which contributes to a better fit on the wrist and provides a higher degree of comfort.

To enhance the navigation experience, the Suunto 9 Peak comes with up to five satellite systems: GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS and BEIDOU. In addition to including the functions of digital compass, barometer and altimeter. More functionalities that come standard on this novel bet Suunto are listed in: 24/7 activity tracking (step counter, calories burned, etc.), but also sleep tracking and practical functions of stress and recovery, and smartphone notifications.

As it is also a high-performance GPS multisport watch, advanced training functions are also present in this Suunto 9 Peak: interval training, workout upload and recovery, among others. Of course it includes all the features of the Suunto 9 Baro. And what about that particular and original Ghost Runner function? It consists of a virtual hare that allows you to train at paces, or simply to have fun training.

Minimalist, lightweight and rugged design of the Suunto 9 Peak

In terms of design, the first detail to note about this Suunto 9 Peak is that it is designed to fit any type of wrist. In this sense, the entire Suunto product development team has worked in unison to present a more resistant, small and ultra-thin product. Something that is reinforced by that metal clip to improve the grip and that collection of silicone straps in different shades. Not only does it work and perform well, but it also looks perfect.

The hallmarks of this sports watch are that it is made in Finland, and are reflected in its superior quality with sapphire crystal and grade 5 titanium to reduce weight (just 52 grams). In addition to its touch screen, full color and with a resolution of 240x240 pixels. It introduces a new dial that displays your weekly workout and inspires you with new routines to excel every day. It also adds the convenience of automatic backlighting. In short, the Suunto 9 Peak is able to adapt to all styles and weather conditions, combining performance, functionality and comfort.

Another important detail is that the Suunto 9 Peak is compatible with the Suunto App, which translates into the ability to plan routes efficiently with sport-specific heat maps and popular starting points. What's more, these can be created and sent to the watch for use with offline navigation. You can also discover new locations, create points of interest and remember past adventures with personal heat maps. In addition, thesynchronization speed is even faster with the inclusion of Bluetooth 5 technology, the latest version of Bluetooth technology.

Suunto 9 Peak Technical Specifications

• Dimensions: 43 x 43 x 10.6 mm / 1.69 x 1.69 x 0.42".
• Weight: 52 grams.
• Bezel material: grade 5 titanium.
• Lens Material: Sapphire crystal.
• Case Material: Grade 5 titanium, glass fiber reinforced polyamide.
• Strap material: Silicone.
• Water resistant to 100m.
• Touch screen and color display.
• Screen resolution: 240 x 240 pixels.
• Connectivity between devices: Bluetooth Smart.
• Compatible with Suunto app.
• Wireless software update.