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Watch to Track Distance/Speed

  • 18-01-2010 4:08pm
    #1
    K09
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 649 ✭✭✭


    Hi,
    I am looking for a good watch to show distance/time/speed on my run.
    I don't want to spend over 100euro.

    Any recommendations?

    Thanks.


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  • #2
    Krusty_Clown
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 19,550 ✭✭✭✭Krusty_Clown


    Garmin Forerunner 50 is a foot-pod based watch that might meet your needs. Otherwise look for a second hand GPS based watch, like the Forerunner 205/305. Maybe someone else can recommend a Polar equivalent? I have a Polar F6, but it doesn't measure distance.

    eBay link: Here


  • #3
    gombeen99
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 76 ✭✭gombeen99


    I know your question specifically referred to watches, but if you have an ipod nano, you can get a Nike ipod sport kit for approx e25-30 (designed to work with Nike runners but there's absolutely no need for these!). You attach a small sensor to your runners, this transmits to a small receiver which attaches to your ipod. It's not GPS-based, but I use it from time to time, and it is very accurate (and can be calibrated). You can view time elapsed, distance, pace on screen or via voice feedback.


  • #4
    tinkeynonk
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1 ✭tinkeynonk


    PM if your interested in a polar rs 200 with HRM and foot pod.

    I have 2nd hand one for sale.Dont use footpod or HRM anymore.


  • #5
    chez-moi
    Closed Accounts Posts: 164 ✭✭chez-moi


    I found Polar footpod only ok. It was fairly hammering though batteries (probably because I forgot to switch it off. You need to keep calibrating it.

    Just invested in Garmin 305 on Amazon. They are about €160 which includes shipping.


  • #6
    K09
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 649 ✭✭✭K09


    Hi,
    I'm looking for something pretty cheap. This says it counts steps. Any idea if it tells how far in miles/km I run??

    Thanks.


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  • #7
    Krusty_Clown
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 19,550 ✭✭✭✭Krusty_Clown


    K09 wrote: »
    Hi,
    I'm looking for something pretty cheap. This says it counts steps. Any idea if it tells how far in miles/km I run??

    Thanks.
    It does mention that it records distance, so it should. Just don't expect it to be hugely accurate. If you already have an iPod touch/iPhone/Nano you could also try the Nike+, but feedback tends to be quite mixed.


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