[caption id="attachment_98728" align="aligncenter" width="320"] Old Stock Image|Not the new features[/caption] New Garmin Course Planner – Upcoming Features Summary Garmin is introducing new race planning tools to its Course Planner in Garmin Connect, specifically designed for ultrarunners and endurance athletes. The upcoming capabilities include: Cutoff Times: Add specific cutoff times to any course point (either race-mandated or personal targets). This will trigger a countdown timer on your Garmin device for reaching that point in time for the cutoff. Rest Breaks: Insert scheduled rest stops at course points, including the duration of each rest. Your device will automatically recognise and time the rest when you arrive. Course Point Notes: Add custom notes to course points, visible to anyone with access to the course—practical for strategy reminders, aid station information, or pacer tips. Multi-Crossing Support: When a course crosses the exact location multiple times, you can choose exactly where to place the course point, minimising navigation confusion. Bulk Management: Easily delete all cutoff times, notes, or rest breaks from a course in one step. Take Out These look like handy features. Although the elites may not use them, they will be beneficial in both racing and extended training scenarios for many committed, longer-course athletes.
