With Tread, the all-new rugged navigation system designed for off-roading, the Garmin PowerSwitch ^TM digital switch box and the BC 40 wireless camera, all three aimed at quad, side-by-side and snowmobile riders .

Garmin today strengthens its position in the off-road market with a new trio of products aimed at adventurers. With Tread, the new rugged GPS specially designed for off-roading and its Group Ride Tracker, the Garmin PowerSwitch ^TM box and the BC ^TM 40 wireless camera and tube mount, riders can jump on their side-by-side, their quad or their snowmobile to explore the sand dunes, the forest paths in the rain or the snowy and mountainous landscapes in complete serenity

Tread 5.5” is waterproof and very bright making it the perfect partner for off-road adventures on rugged terrain. For group outings, the Group Ride Tracker makes it possible to geolocate each driver even in the absence of a telephone network. The Garmin PowerSwitch can be used to control 12 volt vehicle accessories (lights, air compressor…) from the Tread screen. For better visibility of the landscape and obstacles on the navigation screen, the BC 40 wireless camera can be fixed to the structure of the quad and used with the Tread device.

"Garmin offers a selection of rugged products designed specifically to meet the needs of adventure enthusiasts," said Dan Bartel, vice president of international sales at Garmin. "This new range offers more freedom in off-road outings while staying connected to friends"

Stay connected

The Tread VHF system, called Group Ride Tracker, allows drivers to track each other and share their geolocation with a group of up to 20 people. Thus, one can follow his friends on the map and send them predefined messages via the group. Drivers can also pair the use of Tread with a Bluetooth ^® headset or hands-free kit.

In addition, Tread can also be associated with most Garmin inReach ^® satellite communication devices to stay in touch via messaging, check weather forecasts. Or access the interactive SOS system.

With the new Tread mobile app, users can easily import/export GPX files. Access live weather forecasts, receive smartphone notifications. And synchronize the data collected at each outing via the different devices. (It is necessary that the Tread application is installed on your compatible smartphone paired with the Tread browser)

Master the landscape

Get a better understanding of the reliefs by downloading topographic maps of Europe, Africa (including Tracks4Africa) and the Middle East in advance. Thanks to the different map options. Additional maps for North American territories. And South Australia and New Zealand are also available for free download through Garmin Express.

Additionally, users can download high-resolution satellite images. Thanks to BirdsEye Satellite Imagery, directly on Tread via Wi-Fi ^®. To receive aerial views of landscapes and surroundings without subscribing to an annual subscription.

Customize the adventure

The use of the Garmin PowerSwitch box is accessible from a compatible Garmin satellite navigator or a smartphone to be able to control the vehicle's 12 V accessories. Up to six outputs that support up to 30 amps each. The waterproof case installs easily. (IPX7 waterproof standard.) And allows customization of the virtual dashboard with different names, icons or channel groups. And control alerts on the navigation screen.

To remain vigilant

The off-road adventure doesn't stop there. Users can also attach the BC 40 wireless camera to their off-road vehicle. In order to observe the surroundings directly on the GPS screen. Recharged to the maximum, the battery of the camera offers up to 3 months of autonomy. And can transmit quality images up to 13 meters away. This waterproof camera withstands all weather conditions.

Price and availability

Tread is available now at the recommended retail price of €699.99. The Garmin PowerSwitch digital switch box at the recommended retail price of €499.99. And the BC 40 wireless camera at the recommended retail price of €149.99 (sold separately).

For more info, visit the Garmin website. And on their social networks: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube