GPS/HRM watch - any suggestions/feedback on types

[Terrence79]

Hi all,

I want to buy at GPS/Heart rate monitor watch to start tracking my fitness levels etc and because I do a lot of mountain biking I would like it to have the GPS function (and cycle cadence compatibility). I like the spec of the Garmin Forerunner 410 but as I play a lot of football I wouldn't be able to wear it during games as its too large (I would be made to take it off as it could injure other players). Can anyone suggest a watch of similar spec but smaller or just any experiences they have had with theirs?

Tom

[bigrich4]

I have the Garmin Forerunner 610 which I use for running and it's just the job. It is a bit bulky but most watches with GPS built in are.

[andy_s]

My wife runs with a Garmin 405CX (I think) which seems to work better than the larger 401 she used to have. Fast lock, good reception through trees, lockable touch bezel with a customisable display. I'd splash out on a 601 just for the gadgetyness, but the 405 seems to work with no problems. Normal watch size.



ETA - just saw the bit about cycling/cadence capability - that's thrown me I'm afraid, but if you google 'DC Rainmaker' you'll find the most comprehensive multi-sport watch reviews anywhere. There will be a list of 'best choices' for disciplines.......here you go -
http://www.dcrainmaker.com/2011/11/my-2011-sports-...

Edited by andy_s on Saturday 3rd March 15:09

[troc]

You could try suunto. They have a new gps hrm watch which will talk to their 'pods' - including a cadence one. I also has an altimeter and looks altogether yummy

http://www.suunto.com/global/en/products/Outdoor_S...

Or you could go for something more simple like one of their other hrms and either a gps pod or iPhone app (if you have a iPhone) for when you want gps data.

[ceebmoj]

Have you seen the motorola active?


https://motoactv.com/

[Oscar the Grouch]

I have a Garmin Forerunner 110 which is simpler than a 410 but still same size.
It was a recent step up from a Polar HRM.
I was after something for off road running and mountain biking to give distance and altitude gain data for afterwards rather than use it for pace or heart rate while running.

I like the look of the Suunto's but they cost a lot more than my budget allowed.

[Terrence79]

Thanks for feedback chaps, in the end i did go for the Garmin 410 as I like its style aswel as the spec - I will just have to find somewhere other than my wrist to strap it to during footy!

Tom