1. MAIN FEATURES
1.1 Heart Rate Monitors
To work up to maximize training efficiency, build endurance, or lose of weight.
Good for: running, walking, cycling and weightlifting.
Tips: Look for one that can give you customized information based on your height, weight, age, etc.
1.2 GPS
Track your location, the distance you’ve traveled, your top and average speeds, pace, and other data on your workout.
Good for: running, walking, cycling.
Tips: - Possibility of poor coverage in some areas( ex: indoor gyms, within dense trees)
- Working out indoors = use a foot pod (tracks data through steps rather than by satellite)
- GPS watch without Heart Rate Monitor (for simpler workout programs) = much less bulky and cheaper
1.3 Backcountry Watches
Offer same characteristics as GPS and Heart Rate Monitor watches but with more! They give you detailed information on heading, elevation, weather changes, temperature, and other readings. GPS is made to pick up signal no matter what.
Good for: trekking, hiking
2.RECOMMENDATIONS
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RUNNING |
CYCLING |
TRIATHLON |
INDOOR TRAINING |
BACKCOUNTRY (TREKKING, HIKING) |
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RECOMMENDED MODEL |
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Price Point |
$$$ |
$$$$ |
$$$$ |
$ |
$$$$ |
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Heart Rate Monitor |
yes |
yes |
Yes (with separately sold ANT+ chest strap) |
yes |
Yes (with separately sold belt) |
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GPS |
yes |
yes |
no |
yes |
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Water resistance |
50M (Don’t panic if you accidentally wear it in the shower.) |
30M (Good for everyday use where you might get rained on or spill something on it.) |
100M (Swimmers and snorkelers should get a watch with at least this rating.) |
50M (Don’t panic if you accidentally wear it in the shower.) |
100M (Swimmers and snorkelers should get a watch with at least this rating.) |
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Other characteristics |
Shock Resistant Digital compass Compatibility iPhone, Android |
Data transfer: USB, Bluetooth. Compatible with Mac and PC. |
Compatibility iPhone, Android Data transfer: USB, Bluetooth, wifi and ANT+ Smart notifications |
Shock Resistant |
Compatibility iPhone, Android Data transfer: Wireless / USB cable Digital compass |
