Is the Apple Watch Series 2 sufficiently water-resistant to wear while surfing? The website shows someone sitting on a board with an Apple Watch and the assistants at the Apple Store say yes, but word of mouth in a warranty case won't count for much. Does anyone know for certain?
While I'm at it, is it possible to contact Apple and get a reply in writing?
It works great ... for the fish that is now wearing my Apple watch! My watch went under with the first wipe out in small waves. Just slipped from my arm like nothing ... using the sport band since 2 years and trust me it was snug when i went out.
Quite a bummer to say the least
I do not work for Apple but I would advise against it. They advise against high velocity water sports such as water skiing. I have had hardware issues after lap swimming...
Spot on. Apple should not use surfers in their advertising. Only wear if covered by your wetsuit otherwise good chance it will become an ocean relic.
I know this thread is old but if anyone reads this I do not recommend wearing an Apple Watch while surfing unless covered by a wetsuit. I have now lost two apple watches using apple bands. Apple should not be using surfers in their advertising.
Yes. I surf nearly every day in Monterey and have been using the watch for over a year and no problems at all.
Some users have reported experiencing issues with the Sport Band having come undone during swimming in the ocean.
You may prefer to use a band with a different type of fastening, such as a Woven Nylon band (which has a buckle) or a Sport Loop:
Keep in mind that leather and stainless steel bands are not water resistant so should not be worn, for example, when swimming.
hmmm. I used to kitesurf with mine (sport band) until a very innocent wipeout took it right off my wrist too. Any other bands suggested? Don't think the sunscreen on the wrist helped.
Hi Gnsantos,
Do you use any specific wristband when you go surfning? Because I wan't to wear my watch when I do kite surfing but i don't always wear a wetsuit or a rash guard. I am afraid to use my sport's band incase the silicone band comes undone.
No, it ***** for surfing. You start the workout and it will stop randomly throughout your surf session. And it is hit or miss to restart it because you're in the water and the screen doesn't work in the water.
In fact, it has a lock function to keep it recording and to omit erroneous input. The only way to unlock it is to fully turn the dial, which is what you should do after surfing, because this is where the speaker emits a sound to eject the water. But because the workout stops randomly, you need to do this while you're in the water, if you want to get the workout started again. And good luck swiping right to get to the screen where you resume the workout.
All in all, it absolutely ***** for surfing. And Apple used surfing in their advertisements. Criminals.
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Hi
Apple advised during the September Special Event that Apple Watch Series 2 can be worn when surfing. The product information page also refers to "Splash. Surf. Swim."
http://www.apple.com/apple-watch-series-2/
Apple Watch Series 2 has a water resistance rating of 50 metres under ISO standard 22810:2010, which means that it may be used for shallow-water activities (eg swimming in a pool or ocean). It should not be used for activities involving submersion below shallow depth or high-velocity water (including scuba diving or waterskiing).
After swimming, be sure to clean your Apple Watch Series 2 by gently rinsing it with warm tap water. The watch and band should be dried using a nonabrasive, lint-free cloth. Also be sure to expel water from the speaker using Water Lock.
More information:
About Apple Watch water resistance - Apple Support
If you would like prefer to receive written confirmation from Apple, contact options include:
Ive been surfing with it since day one in double overhead waves with zero issues! Be a man take a chance and stop worrying. The only thing I've given a second thought to is whether or not the silicone band would come undone in a gnarly thrashing.
Apple has some details about their waterproof rating on the Apple Watch Product page. Details are below!
Apple Watch Series 2 has a water resistance rating of 50 meters under ISO standard 22810:2010. This means that it may be used for shallow-water activities like swimming in a pool or ocean. However, Apple Watch Series 2 should not be used for scuba diving, waterskiing, or other activities involving high-velocity water or submersion below shallow depth.
I don't think that you'd be able to get anything that's legally binding stating that if you go surfing with the watch that you're guaranteed service or replacement under AppleCare or your Warranty. You're welcome to try Live Chat through the Contact Us page where you can request a copy of the chat transcript though!
You can also check out the official Warranty and AppleCare+ documentation:
http://www.apple.com/legal/sales-support/applecare/applecareplus/docs/applecarep lusnaen.html
http://www.apple.com/legal/warranty/products/warranty-us.html
Did you wear it under a wetsuit? Also, do you know if you can play tunes with waterproof earbuds while surfing?
Yes. The watch has 2gb of music storage that you can sync from Apple Music to. Then pair the wireless headphones to the watch and you should be set!
Surfing with an Apple Watch Series 2
