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  • They finally did it

    Garmin came out with the device I was waiting for,

    https://buy.garmin.com/shop/shop.do?pID=27335





    Finally, a GPS-enabled training device that isn't afraid of the water. The rugged Forerunner 310XT is the triathlete's indispensable training tool — a GPS-enabled, swim-proof trainer that tracks bike and run data and sends it wirelessly to your computer. This multi-sport device has up to 20 hours of battery life, tracks distance, pace and heart rate (optional), and goes from wrist to bike in seconds. Time Your Swim

    The swim-proof Forerunner 310XT is waterproof to a depth of 50 meters, so you can wear it in the pool or the lake to time your swim. And its slim design and flexible wristband mean Forerunner is easy to wear in any conditions.
    Transition Effortlessly

    When you're ready to jump out of the water and onto the bike, Forerunner 310XT moves easily from wrist to bike with the optional quick release and bike mounts, making the transition between sports effortless. Forerunner 310XT categorizes multisport activities in one workout and can also log transition time in the process, so you can analyze your performance from start to finish.
    Collect Workout Data

    Forerunner 310XT tracks your position precisely with GPS satellite data and records distance, pace, heart rate (optional), power data (from ANT+™-enabled third-party power meters) and more. High-sensitivity GPS and HotFix™ satellite prediction mean Forerunner acquires satellites quickly and tracks your movement even near tall buildings or under tree cover. And using innovative ANT+™ wireless technology, Forerunner 310XT connects seamlessly to an optional heart rate monitor, foot pod and cadence sensor.
    When paired with the optional wireless heart rate monitor, Forerunner 310XT continuously tracks beats per minute and uses heart rate data in advanced calorie computation. Train in a certain heart rate zone to improve fitness and monitor your level of exertion.
    Run, Sync, Store and Share

    Once you’ve logged the miles, innovative ANT+™ wireless technology automatically transfers data to your computer when Forerunner is in range. No cables, no hookups. The data’s just there, ready for you to analyze, categorize and share through our online community, Garmin Connect or our optional Garmin Training Center™ software. You can even plan workouts on your computer and then send them to your Forerunner.
    I hope the reviews turn out well.

  • #2
    Originally posted by Coach McGuirk View Post
    Garmin came out with the device I was waiting for,

    https://buy.garmin.com/shop/shop.do?pID=27335





    I hope the reviews turn out well.
    That looks cool.
    Isn't the 305 water-resistant? I thought it was, but haven't ever taken it to the pool. It may not be 50 m resistant, but I've definitely gotten it wet without a problem--just haven't done a swim. I also kind of wonder what the point is, outside of open water swimming.

    The 20-hour battery life is really cool too.
    At least the Big Ten went after a big-time addition in Nebraska; the Pac-10 wanted a game so badly, it added Utah
    -Berry Trammel, 12/3/10

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    • #3
      Originally posted by ERCougar View Post
      That looks cool.
      Isn't the 305 water-resistant? I thought it was, but haven't ever taken it to the pool. It may not be 50 m resistant, but I've definitely gotten it wet without a problem--just haven't done a swim. I also kind of wonder what the point is, outside of open water swimming.

      The 20-hour battery life is really cool too.

      The 305 is supposedly resistant to 3 feet. This one is 50 Meters. Too many people told me do not swim with it as they have ended up waterlogged. I can't wait to get mine. The swim is the point. A device that can do a full tri.

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      • #4
        Sweet. What's the pricetag? I need a new watch for surfing.
        Fitter. Happier. More Productive.

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        • #5
          Originally posted by TripletDaddy View Post
          Sweet. What's the pricetag? I need a new watch for surfing.

          $349.99. But if you will drop a Grover Cleveland on shoes, this shouldn't phase you.

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          • #6
            Originally posted by TripletDaddy View Post
            Sweet. What's the pricetag? I need a new watch for surfing.
            There are much cheaper water-resistant watches.
            At least the Big Ten went after a big-time addition in Nebraska; the Pac-10 wanted a game so badly, it added Utah
            -Berry Trammel, 12/3/10

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            • #7
              Originally posted by Coach McGuirk View Post
              $349.99. But if you will drop a Grover Cleveland on shoes, this shouldn't phase you.
              Wow! I just need something that is water-resistant. I was thinking more along the lines of $40.

              I might pass on the Garmin watch and head over to Jack's or HSS and buy a cheapo one with velcro band.
              Fitter. Happier. More Productive.

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              • #8
                Originally posted by Coach McGuirk View Post
                The 305 is supposedly resistant to 3 feet. This one is 50 Meters. Too many people told me do not swim with it as they have ended up waterlogged. I can't wait to get mine. The swim is the point. A device that can do a full tri.
                I get that the point is that it can do a full tri. But pacing feedback seems much more valuable on the bike and run than the swim. I've never done an open-water tri though, so maybe it would be nice to get an idea of how fast you're swimming when you don't have laps to count.
                At least the Big Ten went after a big-time addition in Nebraska; the Pac-10 wanted a game so badly, it added Utah
                -Berry Trammel, 12/3/10

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