Does it work without a Garmin computer?

Yes. It pairs with the Varia app and third-party apps such as Ride with GPS, though radar display is best on a compatible Garmin Edge or watch.

How long does the battery last?

Up to about 4 hours with radar, tail light and camera running together. Radar-only or light-only modes last longer.

Can it record continuously?

Yes. It loop-records with adjustable clip length, and incident detection saves footage from before, during and after an event.

How far does the radar detect?

Vehicles approaching from up to 140 meters (153 yards) behind.

Is it worth it over the radar-only Varia?

Choose it if you want video evidence of incidents. If you only want warnings and longer battery, a radar-only unit is lighter and simpler.

The radar-camera-light unit, a seatpost mount and a charging cable.

Garmin Varia RCT715 Rearview Bike Radar with Camera and Tail Light

Q: Where is the Garmin Varia RCT715 Rearview Bike Radar with Camera and Tail Light cheapest?

At Amazon, for $369.98, as of our latest check.

Q: Where can I buy the Garmin Varia RCT715 Rearview Bike Radar with Camera and Tail Light?

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What reviewers say

Owners value the combined radar and recording and the clear alerts on their head units. Many find battery life short for long rides and are disappointed by video sharpness and the app experience.

What people mention

BatteryCriticisedOwners say four hours is not enough for long rides with radar, light and camera all active.
Video qualityCriticisedReviewers find footage usable for evidence but soft, with weak low-light detail.
Radar alertsPraisedRiders report early, reliable warnings of cars on their head unit.
AppCriticisedUsers describe the companion app as slow and awkward for reviewing and saving clips.
Tail lightPraisedThe light is called bright and easy for drivers to see in daylight.
BuildMixedThe unit feels solid, but some owners find it heavy and bulky on the seatpost.

About the Garmin Varia RCT715 Rearview Bike Radar with Camera and Tail Light

The Garmin Varia RCT715 combines a rearview radar, a tail light and a camera in one compact unit for road cycling. The radar tracks vehicles approaching from behind and alerts you from up to 153 yards (140 meters) away. Alerts appear on a compatible Garmin device or in the Varia app, with visual and audible warnings.

The built-in camera records the road behind you continuously at up to 1080p and 30 fps. It uses loop recording with adjustable clip length. When it detects an incident, it saves video from before, during and after the event.

The tail light is visible in daylight and can be seen by drivers from up to 1 mile away. It has day flash, night flash and solid modes, and it changes as vehicles approach and pass. The vertical design mounts to almost any seatpost, round or aero, and leaves room for leg clearance.

Camera

Up to 1080p at 30 fps, continuous loop recording

Incident detection

Saves video from before, during and after an event

Radar range

Up to 153 yards (140 meters)

Tail light

Visible from up to 1 mile; day flash, night flash and solid modes

Battery life

Up to 4 hours with radar, tail light and camera running together

Compatibility

Compatible Garmin Edge computers and watches, Varia app, third-party apps such as Ride with GPS