User submitted reviews
Review by MikeO
Works well paired with my Garmin Edge 130 Plus. Reliably shows vehicles (and bikes) coming up from behind. An audible alarm is sounded on my Edge when a vehicle comes into view. This is a worthwhile safety device that helps you to keep your eyes on the road rather than looking back behind you.
Review by Greg P
As the title calls out, cool tech. I use it with Ride With GPS on iPhone with the audio alert on high. Ya get a visual warning if the screen is open. If know the route I turn off the screen to save battery and just get the audio clue and the buzz on my Garmin watch.
Very happy with purchase and price ( was $50 off!)
Thanks BTD!!
Review by RC
The Unit was very easy to sync and get up running with my Element bolt. The display makes sense and is easy to understand. My only complaint is during busy sections of road or city travel, the constant beeping can get irritating. A muting function would give this item a five star rating.
Review by KCMO Commuter
I bought this for my BF for his birthday and was greatly pleased AND surprised that I could also connect to this to watch traffic when we are on rides together. It really helps anticipate the cars coming up from behind much better!! An extra widget on your device allows you to even know the speed they're overtaking you by.
Review by Anonymous
Bought the Garmin Varia to aid when riding. It works great with my Garmin 530. It's nice to know that car's are approaching from the rear before you can hear them. Great out in the country on the narrow roads giving you time to make decisions.
Review by Alfonso
Easy to install, pair to Garmin cyclocomputer. Beep clearly heard when vehicle approaches from behind @ 150 feet. Can easily follow vehicle getting closer as a while dot on right side of computer...turns green when vehicle safely passes. Will show multiple vehicles approaching...even noted a neighbor approaching stealthily on his E-Bike....
Review by bill
This radar is great as it integrates well with the 1030 plus to show traffic closing in. the alerts are sufficiently loud to provide adequate warning and the view shows the closing rate. much better than a mirror alone
Review by cSing
Works great! Integrates with my Wahoo Elemnt seamlessly. Especially helpful as I live and ride in the country. Makes my rides infinitely safer. Should be standard on every bike sold in America! Thanks to Garmin and Wahoo for making avail across brands. Always love ordering fr BTD, never had a prob and LOVE the points!
Review by Anonymous
Product pairs with my Garmin watch and definitely aids in safety by presenting beep and visual on screen of approaching vehicles. Works well and is a definite must if road riding.
Review by Anonymous
Gives a warning of cars by sound and visual signals. Does not replace a mirror but is an additional safety measure. Easy to install and link to varia app on iPhone. Very satisfied
Review by Anonymous
Varia has now become an essential part of my road riding experience. It�s like blindspot monitoring when driving in a car.
Review by Elk Commando
Let's you know when cars are approaching and passing you from the rear. An awesome product for your safety!
Review by Jordan
One of my essential gear for road ride. The battery last a full day approx 11 hours of riding time. It automatically connected to my Garmin computer when I them turn on.
Review by Daniel Ballester
If you value your life then this is invaluable. Sense of security is hard to put a price on but when it comes to Garmin you know your also getting quality stuff. What are you waiting for?
Review by sleeptein
Paired instantly with Edge 530. I find it very helpful on suburban streets with a lot of background noise and my 66 yo hearing loss. Shows the number of vehicles bearing down on you.
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Really works well, but limited on twisty or roads with short rollers . Left turns are so much easier now.
Review by MrFranc
I bought this model because I already have a rear light. I have it pair to my Edge 520+, and it let me know of incoming traffic from behind. I feel a lot more secure when riding on the road.
Review by Ugaparker
This is a great tool to help a rider know if cars are approaching from behind you.
Review by Nick
This is a must have item for all road riders. Gives ample warning of cars approaching from the rear - beats constantly checking a mirror. Never be surprised by a passing car again!
Review by Mike
Often, I do solo ride rural roads with little traffic and the Varia does give a reliable visual warning on my Garmin 1030.