Casio has introduced a special edition G-Lide watch designed with surfers and fitness enthusiasts in mind. This model, the GBX100SFJ-1, features an all-black design with a negative display and embraces an eco-conscious approach by using biomass plastic for the case and band.
- The GBX100SFJ-1 offers dedicated tide graphs, moon data, and sunrise/sunset times for approximately 3,300 locations worldwide.
- The watch supports Bluetooth connectivity for automatic time correction and syncing via the Casio Watches app.
- It includes fitness tracking features such as distance, speed, pace, calories burned, and step count, though it lacks a heart rate monitor.
- Priced at around $186 in Japan, it highlights sustainable materials and environmental messaging from the Surfrider Foundation Japan.
eco-friendly design with practical features for surfers
The GBX100SFJ-1 stands out with its stealthy black look and the use of eco-friendly biomass plastic for its case and soft urethane band. This aligns with the Surfrider Foundation Japan’s mission to promote coexistence with nature. The band features the hashtag #oceanfriendly lifestyle, and the bezel uses phosphorescent paint for visibility in low light, adding both style and function.
The watch is built to endure with shock resistance and 20 ATM water resistance, making it suitable for surfing and other water activities. Its high-visibility MIP LCD screen ensures readability even under direct sunlight, a crucial feature for outdoor use.
tracking capabilities for outdoor and fitness activities
Surfers will benefit from the watch’s dedicated tide graph, moon phase display, and sunrise and sunset times. These features can be customized for about 3,300 global locations via the companion smartphone app, which also allows for automatic time syncing through Bluetooth.
Fitness tracking includes an accelerometer that measures distance, speed, pace, and calories burned. Users can log up to 100 runs and monitor daily step counts. While it lacks a heart rate sensor, the watch provides essential data suitable for casual fitness enthusiasts looking for reliable tracking without extra sensors.
connectivity and battery life
Bluetooth connectivity enables the watch to receive notifications for calls, emails, and reminders, pushing these alerts to the wrist for convenience. The Casio Watches app also offers features like easy watch setting and Find My Phone. A standard battery powers the lightweight 66-gram watch for approximately two years, though it does not support solar charging.
pricing and availability
The G-Shock GBX100SFJ-1 is packaged in recycled material and is available for pre-order in Japan at around $186. Official sales are set to begin later this month. There is no information on wider global availability at this time.
Via: Notebookcheck
