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Which gps watch?

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  • 02-03-2013 7:45pm
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    Finnt
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    Hi all,
    Just wondering if anyone would recommend me a gps watch?
    Basically what I want is one that i can use as a hrm and has the virtual trainer feature like some of the garmins,
    Also to be able to upload and view workouts on the laptop.
    I've been looking online and I'm confused!!
    Thanks


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    SWL
    Registered Users Posts: 574 ✭✭✭SWL


    Finnt wrote: »
    Hi all,
    Just wondering if anyone would recommend me a gps watch?
    Basically what I want is one that i can use as a hrm and has the virtual trainer feature like some of the garmins,
    Also to be able to upload and view workouts on the laptop.
    I've been looking online and I'm confused!!
    Thanks

    http://www.dcrainmaker.com/

    This guy reviews them all


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    sconhome
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    Short answer - Polar RC3 GPS


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    Finnt
    Closed Accounts Posts: 594 ✭✭✭Finnt


    amphkingwest wrote: »
    Short answer - Polar RC3 GPS

    Does that have a virtual trainer function?
    Do ye stock it can't find it on the web site


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    vigos
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    Finnt wrote: »
    Does that have a virtual trainer function?
    Do ye stock it can't find it on the web site

    It doesn't seem to have that feature, on the dcrainmake site you generate a comparison list for each GPS watch he reviews

    So for Polar RC3 features compared to other watches you can look here

    Amphibiankingwest, what would the RC3 give you over say a garmin with similar features?


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    sconhome
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    Finnt wrote: »
    Does that have a virtual trainer function?
    Do ye stock it can't find it on the web site

    I'll double check the virtual trainer / race pace feature to be certain.

    Yes we do stock it, not available as a web item, we do demo & setup in store.
    vigos wrote: »
    It doesn't seem to have that feature, on the dcrainmake site you generate a comparison list for each GPS watch he reviews

    So for Polar RC3 features compared to other watches you can look here

    Amphibiankingwest, what would the RC3 give you over say a garmin with similar features?

    The closest to it in Garmin is 405 /610 with the advance training functions and planning.

    I think most users find the smart coaching and feedback on the training as a solid feature thats a plus. Dependable heart rate, good battery life (12 hours) and reasonable looking watch (battery lasts 11 days as a watch).

    I'll check the virtual pacer as its a feature on the RCX5 for sure.


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    vigos
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    Thanks for that. Dependable heart rate would be a plus for me, also am interested in the training load feature on the polar training site. I still have an old polar which works fine and its heart rate measurement is much more accurate/reliable than my garmin 310.

    As I'm doing mainly running these days thinking of getting something less chunkier than 310 with gps and was thinking of either the garmin 610 or a polar rc3.


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    dekbhoy
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    i wear the garmin 610 , bit pricey but all in all good watch with features you are looking for.


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    shane1981
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    dekbhoy wrote: »
    i wear the garmin 610 , bit pricey but all in all good watch with features you are looking for.

    +1. I use the 410 , a few less features compared with the 610 but has the a virtual partner function and hrm. Bit cheaper too.


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    Finnt
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    Thanks for the replies I've been given a 405cx do we'll see how it goes, a work colleague had it, it's like new but without the charger :-( so have One ordered online.
    All going well should be set, anyone use the 405cx? I've read that the bezel on it can be a bit of a pain?


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    rom
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    Finnt wrote: »
    Thanks for the replies I've been given a 405cx do we'll see how it goes, a work colleague had it, it's like new but without the charger :-( so have One ordered online.
    All going well should be set, anyone use the 405cx? I've read that the bezel on it can be a bit of a pain?

    You can lock the bezel I believe

    more info here http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2055987516&page=1


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