gps watch

I am about to start training for my 3rd marathon and would like to invest in GPS watch to tell me my pace/distance. I know the Garmins are popular, but also expensive. I don't want to buy a watch that has more functions that I need but I do want a reliable watch that won't loose satellite signals easily. Any suggestions on what to buy or not to buy?

The Garmin Forerunner 205 would be your best bet, you can google it and find it on some online sites for around $150. Don't get any of the older models of Garmin such as the 50 or 201, I've heard they are the ones which lose receiption when in wooded or tree lined areas.

2008-09-07 15:35:15 by Raquel C

A first look at the Nike Plus GPS watch that tracks your runs and gives you reminders to go running. The sensor can track time, pace, distance ...

I'm looking into purchasing a gps garmin watch. I'm just curious as to what is the difference in the two watches. I have read that people have had some issues with the 405. I didn't know if maybe the 405cx corrected these issues. Thanks!!!

OMg my best friend Thomas Sterly has one of those ! Each of them i mean he likes the new 1 better !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

2009-06-02 10:21:18 by Matt H

Price: $199.99

GPS-enabled trainer watch accurately records your distance, time and pace
Rechargeable battery provides 8 hours life in training mode, 3 weeks in power save mode
Upload data to Garmin Connect site to view workout summaries, create goals and more
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

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

Price: $269.99

Advanced training features will challenge you to step up your pace and race against Forerunner's Virtual Partner.
Once you've logged the miles, innovative ANT+ wireless technology automatically transfers data to your computer when Forerunner is in range.
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.
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

My battery isn't quite dead yet, but I'd like to know if, when the time comes, if the internal lithium-ion battery can be replaced. Any advice would be appreciated. Cheers to all. :)

Why don't you just go to the Garmin website and ask them the question? They can give you the best asnwer to your question. Don't you think so?

2008-03-17 21:13:48 by Marc A