Meet the Garmin gWind Race Transducer, a wind sensor engineered for racing sailboats that delivers precise True Wind Speed (TWS) and stable True Wind Angle (TWA) even in hull wake. A 1-meter straight pole raises the transducer above the mast to help eliminate turbulence errors and improve consistency in shifting breeze.
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Pole height: 1-meter straight pole raises the transducer above the mast to eliminate turbulence errors and improve consistency in shifting breeze
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Propeller design: Three-bladed propeller delivers accurate TWS in lighter air, maintaining efficiency where cup designs struggle
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TWA stability: Twin-fin design enhances stability of TWA for faster, more reliable wind angle readings across a wide range of conditions
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Low-wind performance: Optic reading technique provides superior low-wind performance with excellent linearity
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Connectivity and data sharing: GND 10 black box bridges NMEA 2000 data to the Nexus Network and enables seamless integration with Garmin-compatible chartplotters and Nexus sail equipment—two-way data sharing for streamlined sailing tactics
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Installation: Plug-and-play installation for easy setup between Nexus, Garmin chartplotters, and NMEA 2000
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Durability: Rugged, race-ready design built to endure the demands of competitive sailing in a compact, weather-ready package
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Key specifications: Unit height 117.2 cm (approx. 46 inches); Weight 320 g; Cable length 25 m; Waterproof IPX7; Temperature range 5°F to 158°F (-15°C to 70°C); Voltage range 9–16 V; Power usage 0.33 W; Accuracy — Angle better than 1.5°; Speed better than 3%
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NMEA 2000 connectivity: Bridge-enabled via GND 10
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Wireless: No
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What's in the box: gWind Race transducer; GND™ 10 USB Mini-B cable; NMEA 2000® drop cable (2 m); NMEA 2000 T-connector; Mast cable with female connector (25 m); Nexus network cable (5 m; straight connector); Nexus female field installable connector; Mast bracket; Mounting hardware; Documentation
The gWind Race Transducer delivers wind data that rises above hull wake, providing reliable TWS and stable TWA when it matters most. Its tall pole, efficient propeller, and dual-fin stability, combined with Nexus and Garmin integration, give sailors actionable wind information for tactics, sail trim, and race strategy—without guesswork.
