Apple

Apple Watch Ultra 3

Amazon ASIN B0FQG8X3RH: GPS + Cellular, 49mm Natural Titanium case with Anchor Blue Ocean Band. Black Titanium cases and Alpine/Trail/Milanese bands are separate listings and can price differently.

Titanium adventure smartwatch with satellite messaging, 5G and a 3,000-nit always-on display.

Researched pick for riders who already carry an iPhone and want one device for navigation, comms and emergency contact.

For riders already inside the Apple ecosystem, the Ultra 3 is the most capable riding smartwatch Apple sells. The 49mm titanium case, sapphire crystal and 3,000-nit wide-angle display stay readable through a visor in direct sun, and dual-frequency GPS holds a fix in canyons and city corridors. What sets this generation apart is off-grid safety: Ultra 3 adds Emergency SOS and two-way Messages via satellite plus 5G cellular, so a rider stopped outside coverage can still call for help. Battery is rated up to 42 hours of normal use (72 hours in Low Power Mode), which covers a long weekend of riding between charges. The customisable Action button starts a ride workout with one press, and hard-fall and crash detection remain.