gps running watch

Hi, I am going on a cruise soon and was wondering if when I run on the track that is on the cruise, will the distance and pace results of my Garmin Forerunner 450 (gps running watch) be messed up because of the ship's motion?

Although I don't have such a watch, I'm quite sure the answer is yes. GPS determines the longitude and latitude and calculates distance, speed, etc from that. Your cruise ship should have a sign on the walking deck that states how far one lap is.

2009-06-28 19:57:18 by j157330

In terms of tracking your running or jogging workouts, there are some great products on the market. Garmin is my favorite because it tracks, by ...

I would like to buy a GPS watch for monitoring my pace and distance that I run. It seems that the Garmin Forerunner is popular. However, those models all seem pretty big and bulky. I found several Timex Ironmen Speed + Distance watches that seem to have the same functionality but more compact size (Timex models T5E701, T5B501 and T5E691, for example). Does anyone have these watches? Can you vouch for their reliability/functionality? Thanks!

This watch is really small and not bulky like the Forerunner:

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B 000EOMVZ4/ref=nosim/gpsmiclikacom-20?dev -t=D2WMCOIPS9D14E

It includes a GPS, altimeter, barometer and a compass.

You can always find more information about GPS devices and great deals on them at http://www.sourcegps.com

2008-05-25 23:17:35 by Bob

Price: $269.99

Advanced training features will challenge you to step up your pace and race against Forerunner's Virtual Partner.
Forerunner 405CX comes with a flexible, wireless heart rate monitor to help you make the most out of your training.
Share your locations, advanced workouts and courses wirelessly with other Forerunner 405 users.
Once you've logged the miles, innovative ANT+ wireless technology automatically transfers data to your computer when Forerunner is in range.
Loaded with serious training features, Forerunner 405CX continuously records your time, distance, pace, calories burned and heart rate.

I am looking for a good GPS watch that isn't that bulky/heavy.

Even though it is a bit bulky, I like the Garmin Forerunner 205. I love it and use it a lot, especially on trail runs. It records distance, elevation changes, pace, calories burned, and all sorts of other stuff. For about an extra fifty dollars more, you can get the Forerunner 305 which has a heart rate monitor.

2008-11-27 08:40:24 by xckyle93

Price: $199.99

GPS-enabled trainer watch accurately records your distance, time and pace
High-sensitivity GPS receiver stays locked on satellites, even near tall buildings or under tree cover
Add ANT+ heart rate monitor for heart rate-based calorie computation
Upload data to Garmin Connect site to view workout summaries, create goals and more
Rechargeable battery provides 8 hours life in training mode, 3 weeks in power save mode

I'm looking for a good GPS running watch. These are the kind that tell you exactly how far you've gone, how fast, etc. using the GPS satellites.

I've seen a couple that are pretty damn big, I'm sort of a small guy. I have skinny wrists and only weight 125 lbs, so I really don't want to lug a big thing around? If found another one that was a small watch, but you had to strap another thing on your arm to receive the signal?

...I don't want to mess with a foot pod and I don't need a heart rate monitor with it. So, which one should I get?
Are 305 and 205 the same size?

I have a Garmin Forerunner 305 which has the heart rate monitor. They make the 205 which does not have heart rate. I admit the unit is a bit clunky looking but I honestly never notice it while running. I love mine, it has helped to substantially reduced my PR in the full and 1/2 marathon.

Cheapest place I have found it for sale is www.boatersland.com which is actually a boating supply store (Garmin also makes GPS for boaters). I would recommend the unit with heart rate. That will help to to truly maximize your training.

Good luck

2007-10-27 20:00:31 by Cory J

I have just started running and would like a gps tracker watch. What are the options available taking into account price?

Your best values are the Garmin Forerunner 205 and 305. The main difference in those is the heart monitor with the 305 -- the 305 has been the go-to standard for a few years now, and probably still remains the best value out there.

The Garmin Forerunner 405 has a bit more appealing physical design, but actually drops some features otherwise, and not everyone is very happy with its bezel controls.

The Garmin Forerunner 310XT is just coming out now and is essentially an updated 305, with a slightly different design and full waterproofing, a softer, smaller heart monitor strap, etc. It's probably the option of choice for many now if it weren't for the new release price tag.

If you really want to keep price down, you can try finding things on places like eBay and/or take your chances with refurbished models, but you should be able to find a decent price on a new 305 if you shop around -- Amazon and buydig.com tend to be the places to check. Garmin also tends to do respectable rebates and have sales at places like Costco around the holiday season (which might be when the 310XT sales pick up).

If money is no object, I'd personally look strongest at the 310XT. If you want your best investment/value, can shop around a bit, can handle the somewhat bulky design, and can maybe hang on at least a couple years to upgrade, the 305 should provide everything you need, especially if you combine it with free (donation-suggested) software like SportTracks.

2009-05-02 05:51:29 by PAUL G