The Time Club – Garmin & Apple Strap Guides, News & Releases

Your Apple Watch is a powerful running tool — but the right strap makes all the difference. Discover how to improve comfort, accuracy, and style with The Time Club’s premium Apple Watch straps.

Discover how to make the most of Strava on your Apple Watch, from running without your phone to syncing Apple Health workouts and exploring Strava’s free and premium features.

Garmin and Strava—two giants in the fitness and tracking world—are now locked in a legal dispute that could change how athletes use their devices. Strava has accused Garmin of patent infringement and breaching agreements related to features like segments, heatmaps, and data-sharing between platforms. While both brands say they don’t intend to disrupt users, this legal battle could impact how Garmin watches connect with Strava, potentially affecting syncing, data uploads, and performance tracking.

In this article, we break down why Garmin and Strava are in conflict, what’s at stake, and what it might mean for Garmin watch owners who rely on Strava to track their runs, rides, and workouts.

If you love running or training with your Garmin watch, you’ll be pleased to know you can now take your favorite Spotify albums and playlists with you, no phone required. Garmin’s built-in Spotify app lets you download music directly to your watch for offline listening, perfect for runs, workouts, or daily use. In this guide, we’ll show you exactly how to set up Spotify on your Garmin, connect to Wi-Fi, and download your favourite playlists with ease.

We’ll also cover which Garmin watch straps are best for active use, comparing nylon vs silicone straps to help you find the perfect fit for comfort and performance. Whether you’re training for a marathon, tackling a HYROX event, or simply want a stylish, secure strap for everyday wear, The Time Club has the perfect Garmin strap for you.

The Apple Watch Ultra and Ultra 3 deserve straps that balance rugged performance with premium style. In this guide, we explore the best strap options — from refined leather and high-end FKM rubber to practical nylon Expedition loops, Vanguard magnetic closures, durable silicone, and metal bands. Whether you want a strap for diving, training, or daily wear, here’s how to choose the right fit.

Find the perfect Apple Watch strap for 38mm, 40mm, and 41mm watches. Explore leather, metal, silicone, and nylon options tailored for smaller wrists and style.

Find the perfect Apple Watch strap for smaller sizes. Explore leather, silicone, nylon, and metal options — ideal for style, comfort, and pairing with any outfit.

Learn how to optimise your Garmin watch with Strava for more accurate tracking, smarter performance insights, and smoother training sessions. Whether you’re a dedicated runner chasing PBs or a hybrid athlete preparing for HYROX, this guide explains the best Garmin Strava settings to unlock every detail of your workouts. We’ll also cover how to fine-tune your watch for different activities, connect essential apps, and choose the right strap for comfort during long runs and intense gym sessions.