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Garmin Forerunner 305 GPS Receiver With Heart Rate MonitorUser Review: - This is a question, more than a reviewWhat's exactly the prop65 from the Estate of California, actually I've got a little bit scare because of it. If anyone knows more of this I'll really would like to hear from it. Thanks a lot! WC User Review: - A Must-Have for a Runner!!This was the best investment I made for my marathon training! It tells you the distance, pace, and time during your run. It will also give you your best/worse pace, average pace, and calories burned. I haven't even begun to go into all that it does - that is just what I use. If you are going to run on the street, this takes away all the guess-work so that you can enjoy your run. Despite the size, after your first couple of runs you do not even notice it is there. I played around with the fit, and now find it very comfortable. I love it and recommend it to anyone that wants to run outside! User Review: - Slow runnerI waited to get one of these training devices due to high price and concerns that the data would not be reliable. I can say after using the 305 that the data is very reliable and the price drop makes this an incredibly valuable training tool for the following reasons: 1) Removes the subjective evaluation of running--today "felt great" is no longer useful--the bpm tells the story. Even a slow run can be a great workout on an objective bpm basis. 2) The data collection is seemless--you don't notice wearing the watch although it is rather large. 3) Motivation--knowing exactly where you are at both w/bpm and pace allows you to slow down even if you feel you subjectively think you are going slow, but also pushes you if you aren't cutting it. 4) Historical record--imagine having your PR in a marathon recorded on this thing, or even better several months of the build up to such a PR, I wish I had the record of that but hopefully will in the future. Possible downsides: 1) I don't know how long the device will last. 2) GPS coverage may vary over time/location--so far it has acquired the satellites quickly. In total this an outstanding training tool that can help any runner. I think the negative reviews may be due to either (1) a bad device, or (2) olympic caliber athletes that need greater moment by moment precision. I haven't had any problems w/the 305. User Review: - Great Product...I have used other GPS / Heart rate products in the past (Body Link) and this one rocks! The data received via the motion base site is very in-depth and Garmin is good about keeping pace with up dates. The system works flawlessly on an Apple too. The only problem I have had is syncing with satellites in the city, my work around is to wear the watch while walking to the gym and let it sync. Then when I'm ready to run the watch is ready. I can't wait to try the cycling features this summer.... Also love the way it fits on my wrist, very comfortable and easy to read. Anthe the ability to set the screens to the data you want to see it a great idea... User Review: - Excellent ProductGarmin Forerunner 305 GPS Receiver With Heart Rate MonitorI have owned the 305 for a year and I use it only occasionally. The battery life is excellent and the satellite acquisition time is also very good. It is accurate and dependable. The only drawback is the software that came with it to use the history etc. on a computer. It worked at first but now shows and error and will not start. I don't really need the software so it is only a small inconvenience for me. |
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