Posted by admin on Mar 8th
in put this in sports>running maybe i should have put it in electronics=\ maybe i'll post it again there
alright so I'm thinking of getting this Garmin gps wrist watch, i would just like some info from people who have one or have some experience with one. hows the battery life? it it somewhat easy to use? etc. etc.... any info would be great! I'm 17 and i run XC track 3k-half marathons and i think it would be a really great thing to have, it is about $300 though and i would be buying it with my own money but i think it would be worth it =] thanks everyone!
alright so I'm thinking of getting this Garmin GPS wrist watch, i would just like some info from people who have one or have some experience with one. hows the battery life? it it somewhat easy to use? etc. etc.... any info would be great! I'm 17 and i run XC track 3k-half marathons and i think it would be a really great thing to have, it is about $300 though and i would be buying it with my own money but i think it would be worth it =] thanks everyone!
I'm 17 too and have one....and it was the best Christmas gift I got. I used it to run my 20k and it was a breeze. The battery life is supposed to be about 10 hours, but give or take. It will say when the battery is low, but I charge mine after about 3 runs just so it won't die during a run. It also has a biking mode, so I've been using that as well.
I like it for the sole purpose of getting to explore and not have to follow the same route all the time.
I think it's a good investment, especially if you're serious about running and plan to keep doing it!
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Posted by admin on Mar 1st
I am looking for a good quality GPS watch that is not to expensive. I know their are lots of gps watches, but what kind is best for the price
Well, we dont start running as a team until about mid August, but are coach wants us to run 200 miles, and yes i can drive, but their are areas like trails where I want to run.
I have never known a high schooler that wears a GPS watch and I wouldn't recommend one for you. Your coach knows how far things are and if you're concerned about how far you're going, map it out with a car or bike. I wear the Timex Ironman with a 50-lap memory. It's a perfect watch.
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Posted by admin on Feb 22nd
Hey!
I'm thinking to get this watch for my dad's birthday. The description sounds like the watch he wants. But is their anything that you don't like about it. Where's a good place to get it at, the cheapest place. Is it going to be around 100.00 or more.
Thanks
I have used the Forerunner 205 and 305 and the only difference is that the 305 is compatible with (and sometimes depending on where you purchase it, it comes with) a hear rate monitor. So if that sounds like something your dad might be interested in than I would definitely go for the 305.
It is basically the god-watch of any passionate runner/athlete (you can use it for running and biking). The only "annoyance" I have with it is that it is kind of big on the wrist, it is light but bulky. It is slightly smaller than the circumference of a water bottle.
I recently discovered that I can customize the screens (three available screens to customize) to display up to four panels of information (this is on my 305: Cadence, Cadence-Average, Cadence-Per Lap, Calories, Date, Distance, Distance-Current Lap, Distance-Last Lap, Distance-Paused, Elevation, GPS Accuracy, Grade, Heading, Heart Rate, Heart Rate-Average, Heart Rate-Lap, Heart Rate Zone, Laps, Pace, Pace-Average, Pace-Best, Pace-Lap, Pace-Last Lap, Pace Zone, Time of Sunrise, Time of Sunset, Time, Time-Average Lap, Time-Lap, Time-Last Lap, Time-Paused Time of Day) which is a really nice feature I like.
So pretty much, except the size, I absolutely love this watch!
I got my 305 (I have only tried the 205, not actually owned it) at Costco for $180 ($200 retail + $20 coupon), and since at the time the MSRP was $399, I thought that was a great deal. Since now the MSRP for the 205 is $199, you can probably get it for under $100 if you wait patiently. I would definitely look at Costco, try eBay or Amazon. When I was shopping for my 305 on eBay I saw many around the $200 range. Right now on eBay there are 205's ranging from $50 to $150, and that's about as high as they go.
So good luck with this purchase, I hope you get a great deal on your 205 like I did on my 305, I am absolutely positive your dad will LOVE this watch!
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Posted by admin on Feb 15th
having a hard time deciding which one to get, looking mainly at the garmin forerunner 310xt and the polar rs800cx. are both of these products top of the line? which one is better, or are there other good choices out there? thanks for the input!
I think the garmin is best. It finds the satellites very quickly for a gps, and feels fairly comfortable to wear. I don't think there are really any other major gps watches out there.
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Posted by admin on Jan 9th
I want to use my itouch as one of the garmin watches with gps for runners but I have yet to find an application that that will let me do that, is there such a thing, will one come out soon or am I just asking for too much, and what would be the closest and best application for running, all suggestions are welcomed thanks!!!!
Did you look at the Nike+ apps for the ipod? It is for runners.
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Posted by admin on Dec 29th
I saw quite a few on Craigslist, that are much cheaper than buying new. Is there anything I should be wary of when buying used?
Nothing out of the ordinary.
Older models might not have the same features or satellite aquisition speed of current models. Batteries will be closer to the end of their useful life. Maps most likely won't be up to date. Accessories may be missing. You won't have a warranty.
Don
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Posted by admin on Dec 20th
I have a Garmin Forerunner 405, and my coach wants me to send him the workout from a day ago to him via email. I know that I need to make it a file so I can attach it to an email, but I cannot figure out how to make a file with a specific workout.
I have downloaded the Garmin Training Center, but cannot figure out how to actually get a file to send him.
I need to know how to send him a file of one day's workout via email.
Thank you
Do you still have the instructions, from when you purchased it. If not go to Garmin and go to their help section. You will find all of the instructions on line. You can follow them step by step, while you actually perform the download. tagger
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Posted by admin on Dec 2nd
Has anyone used both a Garmin Forerunner 101 and Forerunner 205? I have the 101 and it constantly loses its GPS signal under trees. I was wondering if the 205 or 305 does better in heavily treed areas since they have the "High-sensitivity Receiver".
i have the 101 and i get service all over...
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Posted by admin on Sep 13th
Garmin has produced a new GPS unit that is a must-have for runners. The Garmin Forerunner 305 GPS is the best Garmin has to offer for runners. This product has many features that make it easy to use and the programs are not complicated at all. This unit works perfectly for both experienced and non-experienced runners because the unit adapts to your specific needs and type of workouts. This device is also useful for people who are training for high school sports tryouts.
The sleek design of the Garmin Forerunner 305 GPS makes it feel as if your not even wearing it. I found it amazing that something so small and comfortable could hold an unbelievable amount of data. The unit is waterproof so you can run anytime during the day, rain or shine. The widescreen is easy to view while you are running due to its high resolution which eliminates the glare of the sun.
The antenna is positioned on the device so that while the screen is facing you, the antenna itself is pointing straight to the sky which provides incredible receiver strength. You can run through thick forests and still get great reception. This unit always knows where you are at all times because it can quickly calculate your position due to the reception it receives from satellites. The Garmin Forerunner 305 has easy to use buttons that allow you to access all sorts of data and information while you are in the middle of a workout.
The Garmin Forerunner 305 GPS includes a wide range of data that can easily be viewed on the screen of the unit. The data screens display information about your workout including, distance, calories burned, and even heart rate. The heart rate strap attaches to your chest and allows the system to display the heart rate information on the screen for you to view. This device also lets you choose your own desired data screens so that you can look at the data that is most important to you and get rid of the ones you don't care about or dont understand. This is how the Garmin Forerunner 305 GPS is great for non-experienced and experienced runners. Some people just like to see how many calories they burned while others like to see their heart rate and other data counts. This unit also can give you alerts during your workout such as when to go faster or slow down.
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Another great feature of the Garmin Forerunner 305 GPS is the ability to download information from a computer. The unit comes with a USB jack and therefore can be connected to a computer. This allows you to download specific workout routines from a computer and then transfer them to the Garmin Forerunner 305 GPS. This unit can also store previous workout data in its system so you can view your progress if you do the same workout multiple times.
The Garmin Forerunner 305 GPS is a great little device for any runner. The unit is very easy to use and it provides a variety of workout information that is very valuable. You can read reviews on the Garmin Forerunner 305 GPS and buy the unit on learning-about.com/garmin
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Posted by admin on Jun 24th
The Garmin Forerunner GPS watches are without doubt, the most advanced GPS sports watches on the market today.
By linking to a network of satellites, the Forerunner watches can accurately measure speed, pace, distance and elevation above sea level. Garmin's unique approach intertwines the power of GPS, with advanced and practical sports watch features that let you measure and recording sports performances in an intelligent and intuitive way.
But what are the similarities between the six Forerunner watches on the market? and more importantly, what are the differences?
Two Generations of Forerunners
For the purposes of this discussion, we consider two "generations" of Forerunner watches. The "older generation" includes model numbers: 101, 201 and 301, which have now been superseded by the 205, 305 and 405 models - the "current generation".
How Forerunner Watches are Similar
All Garmin Forerunner watches are all-in-one GPS wrist units, meaning the GPS aerial is mounted in the watch.
This is quite distinct from other GPS watch manufacturers such as Timex, Suunto and Polar, who require you to secure an external GPS device to your body. With Forerunner watches, you can just put the watch on your wrist and you're ready to go.
The Garmin watches also share some amazing proprietary sports watch features. Some are only found in certain models, but most are present in all Forerunner watches. Below is a summary these shared features:
Virtual Partner Feature The Virtual Partner feature lets you train against a digital person, displaying if your virtual "competitor" is "ahead" or "behind" you.
Auto Pause/Auto Resume Pauses and resumes the stopwatch time based on your speed. If you need to stop running at a traffic light for instance, the watch stops the stopwatch timer automatically.
Auto Lap Similarly to Auto Pause, the Auto Lap features automatically records your current "lap" and starts a new one when you have run a specified distance.
Simple Workouts Lets you input time, distance and calorie goals and workout against them.
Pace/Speed Alert Triggers an alarm if you vary from preset pace. You can set "Faster than" pace alerts and "Slower than" pace alerts.
Time/distance Alert Triggers alarm when you reach a certain time or certain distance. The alerts can be set to trigger once, or repeat over and over.
Interval Training Lets you set up exercise and rest intervals. Intervals are flexible and can be set to distances or times.
Customizable Screen(s) The Forerunner watches display a variety of real-time data as you are performing a workout and allow you to set up customized screens.
The Differences
Now we will explore the differences in the Forerunner watches, both in terms of the differences between "generations" as well as how individual watch models within generations differ.
Older Vs Current Generation Differences
Chipset The major difference between generations is the GPS chipset. Put simply, the current generation of watches are far superior at picking up the GPS signal, drop the signal less frequently and are more reliable in terms of accuracy than the older generation watches.
Memory Storage Surprisingly, the older watches store an incredible 5000 laps in their memory, whereas their modern counterparts can record "only" 1000 laps.
Features The current generation Forerunners support the Courses feature (that lets you compete against previous workouts). The older generation does not.
Simultaneous Data Fields The older generation Forerunner watches all display three real-time data fields. The 205 and 305 watches display four. The 405 has a smaller screen and only displays 3 however.
How "Older Generation" Watch Models Differ
The 101, 201 and 301 watches all look very similar, but there are some large distinctions between them.
Heart Rate Monitor The 301 is the only older generation Forerunner watch that supports a heart rate monitor strap.
PC Connectivity and Data Transfer The 101 does not support PC data transfer, the 201 connects to PC via a serial port, whereas the 301 connects via USB
Power Supply The 101 uses 2 AAA batteries to power the GPS signal. The 201 and 301 both use internal, rechargeable batteries.
Features Only the 301 supports "advanced workouts", "sports profiles" and "auto scroll".
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Advanced Workouts allow you to create custom goal-oriented workouts. Sports Profiles are workout modes that cater specifically to the type of sport you are doing (running, biking and "other sports") Auto Scroll is a feature that cycles through data pages in real time.
How "Current Generation" Watch Models Differ
Now we look at the current generation, from the older 205 and 305 units to the recently released 405.
Heart Rate Monitor and External Devices The 305 and 405 support a HRM and optional foot pod devices, the 205 does not.
PC Connectivity and Data Transfer All watches support data transfer via USB, but the 405 transmits wirelessly to an ANT USB stick.
Looks and Form Factor The 205 and 305 look identical (besides their color). They are large, bulky and rectangular shaped face. The 405 looks more like a real watch.
Simultaneous Data Fields The 205 and 305 display 4 data fields, the 405 displays 3.
Map Navigation The Forerunner 205 and 305 support GPS navigation features. The 405 does not.
Touch-Sensitive Bezel The 405 can be controlled by tapping a bezel - a "ring" around the watch face. The 205 and 305 do not.
The latest Forerunner watches offer better signal reception and a few more modern features than the older generation models, but as you have seen the watches still deliver a lot of bang for your buck and are generally much cheaper.
By Rod McAnally
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Rod McAnally is a competing long distance runner and sports enthusiast. Rod's mission is to take the confusion out of selecting, comparing and purchasing leading sports watches. To learn much more about the ins and outs of sports watches, visit SportsWatchInformant.com, where you'll learn about the different types of sports watches, how to find a sports watch and what it really takes to get the most out of your sports timepiece.
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