Garmin GPS Watch Review

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.

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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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How Garmin GPS Watch Models Differ

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.

Garmin Forerunner 201 Gps Training Watch Forerunner Package Includes Forerunner Wrist strap A C charger with serial interface Quick start guide Owners manual The Forerunner offers athletes an easy-to-read display ergonomic wristband and integrated GPS sensor that provides precise speed distance and pace data. Its a compact lightweight accurate training assistant with performance tracking Auto Lap Auto Pause and more. The Forerunner is easy to use right out of the box and delivers the benefits of GPS technology at an affordable price. Working out with the Forerunner means youre never alone in your personal training because the unit provides a Virtual Partner. This unique feature allows you to set your training goal by configuring your Virtual Partners pace and workout distance. Youll get a graphic perspective of your performance by viewing your pace in relation to your Virtual Partners pace so you can always see at a glance if youre keeping up or falling behind. As an added benefit users can plan analyze and store data from their workouts using Garmins free Garmin Training Center software. This software allows you to store and analyze data using interactive graphs that chart your speed pace or elevation. Your course is overlaid on a map so you can pinpoint specific areas and see how elevation and other factors affect your performance.

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.

Garmin Forerunner 405 GPS-enabled Sport Watch HRM - Unisex, Black, with Heart Rate Monitor Long runs, tempo runs, speed drills. You expect a lot from your body, and from your training gear. Meet Forerunner 405. This GPS-enabled sport watch tracks your training, then wirelessly sends your data to your computer. The ultimate in training technology, its sleek design features a touch bezel that lets you quickly scroll and select features on the run.

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".

Note:

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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