I bought my first Forerunner 201 2 months ago. It had so many wonderful functions, I purchased 3 more immediately for our running team. After 2 weeks, one went dead. Then, one by one, three went dead. Amazon is excellent in replacing new ones. But even the replacement broke down after a few weeks. I really like the product, but now I am looking for other options - Timex Distance+time, or Nevman.

I really like this GPS. I use it mainly for hiking and backpacking and it has taken a lot of abuse. It isn't totally waterproof... just water resistant. I have worn it in the rain and it was fine although water did get into the battery compartment during a particularly bad downpour. Its' very light... One of the lightest GPSes on the market. Its' not overly complex and its' good for backtracking and going off trail. I like that the screen is recessed into the unit because I've bumped it many times into rocks and stuff but because the screen is recessed into the unit, there's only very light scratches on it. My other GPS doesn't have this feature. I really like how the screens are setup as well. You can make custom screens to track your mileage, time and other stuff.
That said, I do have a couple complaints. The first complaint is that the battery lasts about 8 or 9 hours. That means I always have to carry extra batteries during backpacking trips that are longer than 2 days. (I keep the GPS on for 4 or 5 hours per day on average.)
The battery compartment is also a pain. Its' hard to get the batteries out without using a screwdriver. I use rechargeable batteries and damaged the top of one. So I now put a short strip of ribbon in the battery compartment to make it easier to take the battery out.
The reception is not as good as my other GPS... A Magellan eXplorist 300. But it is good enough most of the time for me to get around. The only time, I have lost the GPS signal for a long period of time was in the Grand Canyon, where I frequently lost the signals for miles at a time. But that's probably because of the canyon walls. But for most trips, the reception is fine. Reception is poor inside my home unless I'm near the window. I noticed that the eXplorist always has good reception just about anywhere.
This is the GPS I use most of the time. Its' light, simple, cheap and it keeps me on trail.

5 stars-- it does everything i want it to do. running, geocaching, and even a little navigation while paddling my kayak! of the three run is what it is designed for, but all in all a very versatile machine!

I've been using the Forerunner 101 since my wife got it for me for Valentine's Day. It's an outstanding piece of equipment. I use it for all my runs and the Virtual Partner helps out since I haven't found anyone crazy enough to run with me. I ran the Anthem 5K last weekend and it was not only accurate, but apparently water-resistant because of the pouring rain. It does seem to lose signal if you're amongst the skyscrapers in the city, but once you run out of the "concrete canyons" it pops you right back to where you need to be. I'm thrilled with it and I hope to be using it for years to come.

Eats batteries, so I would suggest getting a AAA charger. 15 hours isn't very long if you do long runs or walks. Other than that, and it's enormous size, which is a little big for a woman's arm in my opinion, it's really neat. It seems to work well, and I like knowing exactly how far I've gone. Haven't tried it on trails with lots of tree cover yet, but works well in the winter.

I've been running with this for about a month now in Kuwait. It's my new running buddy! It has many options for running/training. The only thing it can't do is hook up to your computer. However, it can store 2yrs worth of training. If you're a techy, then perhaps the 201 or 301 might be for you. But the 101 does pretty much everything they can do. Just for the record, it does not have a heart monitor, but who cares? Just RUN!

I love this watch! It has motivated me so much. You know that feeling when you feel like you just want to stop, well, with the Garmin, all the sudden you look down and you have about .25 miles to go until your goal...it is a constant encourager for me! Love it.

The Forerunner 101 is extremely accurate and fun to use. Verified it several times. Advantages are low cost, buy your own rechargeable batteries and don't have to worry about lithiums or replacements. Purchase an inexpensive heart monitor if you want and save all the added expense of getting the combination unit. If the heart rate monitor/belt goes bad you can replace it cheaper. Overall cost is lower, basics are there, batteries easily replaced, keeps good records. A little more effort but not inconvenient. Prefer it to the more expensive models.

The Garmin Forerunner 101 wrist-mounted GPS is the best entry level personal training device available. If you like simple functioning and don't need or intend to download records of your runs, then this model is for you. I have heard complaints from some that you go through lots of batteris, but to overcome this simply buy a handful of rechargeable batteries (e.g. Nickel-metal hydride NiMH). The recharageables will provide adequate power for several runs totaling about 4-5 hours, and for longer events simply carry a spare set of fully charged batteries and swap them out and keep on running! Forerunner 101 the best in terms of its simplicity to use and modest cost. If your buying a GPS training device for the first time, then go with the 101.

I bought this for my girlfriend as a gift. She is very petite and I was afraid it would be too big for her. Not only does the wrist strap adjust to fit snuggly, it also is light enough where she barely realizes she has it on. The display is big enough to see at a quick glance. It "warms up" quickly and is ready to use in a matter of seconds. A great "toy" at a really good price.

I purchased this several months ago and it is very cool. First of all, being kind of a gadget guy, it motivates me to go running since I can use the gadget. the personal trainer is a nice function, too. It keeps me honest and sometimes I like to "race" the trainer. The GPS locks in pretty quick, but sometimes can lose signal in trees.

If you want to spend a little more to be able to download data to your computer, look to the 201, but for the money, this is a great buy.

Knowing Garmin's great reputation for products, I was disappointed that my Forerunner 101 was such a poor investment. I probably only used it 10 times before the plastic molding that holds one of the strap pins in BROKE. And I certainly was not using outside the realm of any reasonable runner. If it had been the pin that broke, no problem, I'd get a new pin. But since it was the plastic itself, it basically renders it useless. The device is now attached to the strap by one pin and flaps on my wrist if I try to wear it. Not only that, it nevers got good satellite pick-up and, contrary to what Garmin says, the device loses connection if I go under trees, etc. Since the plastic broke after the 90-day repair time, I have to pay $60 at least as a repair fee. That is almost half the cost of a new one. No way! All in all, very disappointed in what I expected to be a great running aid.

I bought my battery operated Forerunner in 2004. Since then, I have had the unit replaced a total of 3 times to date because each unit inexplicably stops working after weeks or months of use (I use it for running workouts only). I have not received a reason or response from the company as to why this happens. All the feedback you get is to return the malfunctioning unit for "repairs." Inevitably, they send you a brand new one. Of course the company does not cover your own cost to ship the unit each time. It's great technology that works well-when it works. Because of my experience with the unit I would not recommend it to anyone, nor will I purchase another from this company.

Well, it's a great idea, the main problem i've found with this is that it has a hard time picking up the satelite to use the GPS system, which stinks. I live right in the heart of madison, wi, so there shouldn't be a problem with this, but I find the GPS frequently loses the signal and will not calculate an accurate distance and speed. Also, if you stop during your run the device takes a long time to get back on track when you start running again. So, I really like the idea, but it's probably worth the money to get one with a better tracking system.

I use this device frequently to log my mileage and average speeds. I have found that I can only get about 2 weeks worth of battery life from rechargeable 750 mAh AAA batteries. It takes its sweet time locking onto GPS satellites during a cold start. I have had to wait 5 minutes in an open field and even had it flake out on me a few times, losing the signal completely. Once I even lost an entire run for no good reason.
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br /The positive aspects include good water tightness, flexible mounting (use the extension as an armband or wear it as a watch), and flexible settings. I prefer reading average speeds rather than minute paces and it allows me to do that.
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br /Another interesting use for this device is as a speedometer for a car. I have logged 60+ mph while driving and it seems to function properly. Theoretically you could check elevation and speed so it is useful on the track or dragstrip.

This is a good product if you want the basics only. It takes awhile for the satellite tracking to find you but once it does you are all set...unless you are around a city with lots of tall buildings. If you want to track distance and time only this is the perfect product for you. If you want heart rate, training monitoring and step count, keep looking this isn't even close. I use it a lot when I am walking and it is very compact so it fits in my purse so I can take it to work. I walk at lunch so to monitor my distance and time only this is perfect. I don't use it when I really workout after work. It runs on AAA batteries so that makes it easy to replace them even though they last a long time.

This is a great gadget that helped me train for a half marathon. When using this watch I dont feel as though I am training by myself. When I see my pace has slowed down I know it is time to kick it up a notch. I also used the watch during my race. So helpful! Again, I was able to keep track of my pace and time to be sure that I was using my energy to its fullest potential. The only downfall is that regular AAA batteries do not last long. I only got about 4 hours out of brand new batteries. Keep an eye on battery life and it is a fun, helpful gps watch.

This little device is awesome, it keeps me moving, I adore the virtual partner as I walk alone most of the time and am training for the NIKE marathon. I love it.

I give these item five stars.
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br /I am not a runner or avid bicyclist. I was just looking for a good reliable GPS based method to check the speedometers on my cars and motorcycles. I set up the custom screen with speed, time of day and max speed displays. This works very well for this at a fraction of cost of the fancier automotive GPS systems that had a lot of features that I do not need. And with all the other features that the 101 has I am covered just in case I decide to take up running or bicycling. The only down fall I see with it is it does not fit into the handle bar mount for the 201 even though the mount is offered as a "better together" with the 101.
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This product was exactly as was described. I love it. Most of the time it is accurate. I have found it to be off a little, but for the most part right on. It is a little bulky, but very light and you get used to it. I would definitely recommend this product to other runners

I travel a lot for work and typically while in an unfamiliar city I have trained for marathons in the hotel's fitness center on a treadmill because I am the type of runner who needs to know the exact mileage I am running and up until I owned the Garmin Forerunner that was impossible to know if I was unable to route out the course first in a car. I first used the Garmin in Hawaii - thank goodness for this GPS system or I would have seen the basement of the hotel vs. running along the beach every day!
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product arrived in timely fashion and was as described. would do business again. my husband found the device easy to read while running which was of utmost importance because he does require reading glasses for most things of this nature. it was also very accurate! great training device for runners.

This navigator has been an awesome tool to inspire me to run more throught the week. It helps my jogs to be less boring brings out a competitive side I was lacking. I found out about the Forerunner through my brother who trains for the LA Marathon each year, he recommended it to me. It has REALLY made a difference. I'm currently just training for 5K's but my new running buddy will get me to the 10K eventually!

The Garmin Forerunner 101 may be the entry level for Garmin but it packs all the necessary information to enhance any level of runners workout. I was suprised by all the features offered in the 101, for example: a two year work out history; Workout maps; pace; time; distance; personal assistant actually too many to mention.
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br /My running partner purchased the Garmin Forerunner 305 with the heart rate monitor capabilities. Although the 305 is robust and packed with features; I would still purchase the 101 for it's simplistic menu that offers everthing any level of runner needs to train.
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I love it! A little large on the wrist but OK. Doesn't lose satelites easily as some GPS do. Works well even when covered by a coat sleve.

It's nice to finally know how far each run is! Sometimes it's a bit of a bother to have to put the device out in the open prior to a run to allow it to "find" its bearings, but this usually takes about 2 minutes. Also, I have tended to go through the AAA batteries pretty quickly, so need to keep the device off when not in use.

extremely accurate and convenient to use. The AAA batteries last surprisingly long; I have had it for about a month and have yet to replace the batteries. It connects to GPS quite fast and holds on well. Of course you can't run in the woods because the trees block the signals. I like running with it because it's fun to keep track of my progress.

I love the Forerunner. I guess the only thing I would have wanted to know before I bought it is that it goes through a lot of batteries, although that wouldn't have kept me from buying it. I'm using it to train for the Breast Cancer 3-day Walk, and I'll put in fresh batteries every morning of the walk.

If you want to push yourself harder when you're training to walk a marathon, this one is great. Simple, but clear.
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This device is terrible are dealing with tree cover, even light tree cover. On certain points on my run, I am in wide open places with a single row of trees far off to one side, and this device loses the signal.
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br /When the signal is lost or weak, the device is supposed to interpolate straight line distances between the good reads it gets. Yet, it does not manage to do this properly or consistently. I have three main routes I alternate among--a 10K, a 15K, and a 20K. All three distances have been validated by my bicycle computer, which I was very careful to calibrate precisely. After the 10K, this device loses track of about 500 to 1000 meters, although ocassionally, will be relatively accurate, and obviously the inaccuracy gets worse at higher distances. Because the inaccuracy is not consistent I cannot make adjustments to any of its readings, particularly the pace. One particular section of all three runs is a perfectly straight 2500 meters, but with very heavey tree cover. On some days, despite the poor signal, it measures or interpolates the distance perfectly. On others, it is under by 500 or more meters.
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br /This device certainly cannot cut it for any kind of structured training. Inaccuracy is one thing, but it is both inaccurate and inconsistent.
br /Once the leaves begin falling, I am looking forward to some superhuman increases in performance according to this device as my missing kilometers show up again. Since I know the distances already, I do well enough just using this as an over-priced stopwatch, but it would be nice if it could do a decent job of showing my pace. Very frustrating.
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br /I am well aware of the limitations of GPS devices having worked with tests of GPS tracking devices on trucks. But this device is off the charts terrible. By comparison, I have a GPS receiver for my Nokia N800 tablet computer that can track where I am going in my house, and I have a lot of trees in the yard. I suppose If you live on a glacier or in the desert, or go really, really slowly, this device would be satisfactory.

I use this device frequently to log my mileage and average speeds. I have found that I can only get about 2 weeks worth of battery life from rechargeable 750 mAh AAA batteries. It takes its sweet time locking onto GPS satellites during a cold start. I have had to wait 5 minutes in an open field and even had it flake out on me a few times, losing the signal completely. Once I even lost an entire run for no good reason.

The positive aspects include good water tightness, flexible mounting (use the extension as an armband or wear it as a watch), and flexible settings. I prefer reading average speeds rather than minute paces and it allows me to do that.

Another interesting use for this device is as a speedometer for a car. I have logged 60+ mph while driving and it seems to function properly. Theoretically you could check elevation and speed so it is useful on the track or dragstrip.

I bought this from amazon after having a real bad experience with the Navman 300 which I got from Marshalls. The Navman 300 had a weak display that would cut in and out and the device at times would freeze up and would not display the correct pace. This all happened to me while I was running in the 2007 L.A. Marathon; which brings us to the Garmin Forerunner 101.
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br /I returned the stupid Navman 300 and got the Garmin Forerunner 101. The Garmin Forerunner 101 is solid. Just put it on, establish a signal, hit the start button and you're off. It has a super clear display. It even has a button to light up the screen for a few seconds if you're running at night so you could see the display. The signal is decent but not great. If you want to start it up indoors while you're getting ready to run, forget about it. Go outside and wait 2-5 minutes. You'll get used to this, it wasn't a big issue for me. But you have to make sure you're not running or walking in a heavily populated area of tall trees, or else it'll lose the connection with the satellites. I used this Garmin 101 in the 2008 L.A. Marathon and was impressed. I used the "virtual partner" mode to finish within my desired time that I set as my goal. While I failed miserably(although I still finished, barely), I realized that this device is more than just a distance calculator. It can really help you track your progress and reach your goals if you put in the effort(which I didn't). It has many other modes that I haven't used yet. I gave it 4 stars and not 5 because of the inability to hook this up to a computer and transfer your stats. But for under a $100, I can live with that.

I had my Garmin 101 for 3 years. I just upgraded to the 205. If you are looking for a good entry level gps and trainer for running, walking, etc. this is it. Enough bells and whistles to keep you going for a while. The only draw back is if you live more urban and get stuck in those "concrete valleys", this will loose contact with its satellites. But runnning for 3 years in Denver with it was great. I've moved to a more urban area and wanted a more robust receiver. If you need that, get the 205.

Except for a few concerns with accuracy at times, really like the Garmin forerunner 101 wrist GPS. Easy to use, and great for different routes on runs.

I have really been enjoying the Forerunner 101 since purchasing it a few weeks ago. I love the freedom of varying my running routes without worrying about not having an exact measurement of the distance I've run. Here are a few comments about the product:
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br /br /- After double-checking my routes in the car and comparing them to my Forerunner's calculations, it seems to be pretty accurate with distance measurements. It is possible that it is sometimes off by .10 mile or so, but that is usually close enough to satisfy me.
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br /br /-It can sometimes take as long as 5 minutes to initially locate the signal. This is a minor inconvenience but one I can live with.
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br /br /-It doesn't seem to be capable of picking up a strong signal with a lot of tree overhang. This is disappointing because I would like to use it for trail running and hiking.
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br /br /-The AAA batteries work well as a power source. I purchased the rechargeable type of AAA batteries for convenience. One should probably keep an eye on the battery life indicator on the Forerunner and go ahead and put in a fresh pair of batteries when the battery indicator gets down to one line.

Wonderfull training device, i have not started using the virtual trainer but can't wait to start.

The quality of the product is exceptional and reasonably priced. HOwever, it is very difficult to program using the instructions that are provided.

This is my 3rd Forerunner. I used 201,205 and recently bought this 101. Battery in my 201 became weak and started to lose power during the run. My 205 have the same thing now and also does not start up. Since most of the problem seems to start from the battery and the connectors over the years, I decided to go with 101 which does not have any exposed connectors and use batteries which you can (or I should say "must") replace yourself. This one seems to find the satellites faster and hold them better than the 201 which I bought when it first came out. I use a pair of rechargeable 1000mAh NiMH AAA batteries which you can specify in the set-up menu. Battery seems to last over 10 hours. Also, it was cheaper to buy this compared to sending the old ones to Garmin for an repair. I lost the capability to import the data into my PC but I am happy for the price I paid for. I hope they modify the straps because if you don't rinse after the run it will start stinking.
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Although I still haven't mastered all of the functions, it has been amazingly helpful in my running. I've been trying to stay on a marathon training schedule which requires a certain amount of mileage each day. Before the Garmin I would have to go measure a route with my car and then run it (major pain in the rear!) It allows me to see my pace per mile so I can moderate so I do not get too overzealous and end up hitting the wall and hitchhiking home. I'm also able to look back at the history of my previous runs to track my progress. The only problem I've encountered so far is when I'm sure I've almost reached 10 miles and I look at the Garmin and I've only gone 3. I'm sure on those days it's just malfunctioning :)

I recently picked up one of these Forerunner 101's from Amazon and I have to say that my running (or at least my desire to run) has increased since getting it. I have to run for my yearly Air Force fitness test and I traditionally have hated to run since I am no good at keeping my pace (either running too fast at first and burning out or too slow and having to kill myself catching up) but I really like the Forerunner for helping me out in that area. The device is very accurate and the battery life is very good. The time to sync up with the GPS satellites is very fast (I have noticed that it links up faster if you stand still while you wait). It is hardly noticable on my wrist as it is very light in weight and the wrist strap is comfortable. The setup and usage of the menus were very well thought out and easy to use. I would definately recommend this device for anyone to help in their daily workout.

So far I love my GPS. I didn't need anything fancy or complicated to use and this does exactly what I need as a runner. It accurately records my mileage as I run. I live in a very small town and have not had any problems with GPS signals.

This product was delivered in a timely manner and was just as the description had listed... Positive purchase experience.

I bought the Forerunner 101 after considering the more expensive and smaller models. I got it to see if I would use it for training.
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br /I think its terrific. I've worn it in several races and it seemed pretty accurate. I like the "virtual partner" and have used that for track workouts.
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br /It helped me train for my first marathon at 49 years old and I really have found nothing to complain about. I have not had the experience of it losing signals though I have not run in the woods with it.
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br /I'll probably upgrade in 2008 now that I am convinced that I will actually use the device and while its not obtrusive it would be cool to have one of the small ones.

This product is amazing! It is so easy to use and so useful especially when running long distances and you don't know how far you've been. I would recommend this product to anyone!

The Forerunner 101 is easy to use. It may not have as many bells and whistles as some of the other models, but it does have all of the functions I need. I thought having to change batteries would be a pain, but it hasn't been an issue. Definitely worth the money.

Gave the GPS to my dauhter, she has started running. She said it is very accurate, easy to operate, and can see it at a glance, she said it helps her keep her pace, give her incentive to run.

We bought one for my brother, who is an avid runner, and another for my father-in-law, who walks regularly. Both loved it. They say the accuracy is amazing and they enjoy altering their routes while at the same time being able to calculate their distances. I would highly recommend the product. Although this model doesn't have all the bells and whistles of the more expensive ones, it appears to have the same core components for tracking distance and speed.

I just started running about 7 months ago and this is one of the best purchases I have made. I feel like I have so much freedom to just run where ever I want and at the end of my run I know exactly how far I went, how long it took, how many calories were burned and it keeps track so I can compare runs and see if I am improving on time and distance. I think it is a must have for any runner/walker. I would definitely recommend this product.

I mostly ran on my treadmill because I like to know how far and fast I am running. The Garmin forerunner 101 is absolutely amazing. Turn it on and it keeps track of time, distance, and pace. The signal is strong and the batteries last a long time. Now I'm running mostly outdoors because of this device. It's a must buy! Why did I wait so long?

The Garmin is a great product. It is easy to learn (very "intuitive") and makes it so much easier to run new routes while keeping up with distance and pace.
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br /I ran a great time in my first 10k race thanks to my Garmin. I'm relatively new to running and therefore can't pace myself naturally. The Garmin allowed me to tell myself to slow down at times and to speed up at others.

The Forerunner is a great tool to learn to pace yourself over distance running. The features on it aid in helping you to achieve goals that you never thought were possible. It is very user friendly (I hardly ever have to refer to the owner's manual) and very lightweight and compact. For the price, you can't beat the benefits of this device. GET IT IF YOU ARE A SERIOUS RUNNER!! Or even a beginner. Or intermediate. The point is this: no matter where you are as a runner, you can benefit from the Forerunner. The only, I mean ONLY, change I could recommend is to have a vibrating pace alert instead of an audible one, since most runners use some sort of iPod type device while running.
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I used the Garmin 101 as soon as I got it in the mail and I must say its great. It helps me keep my pace so I don't over do it. And I can finish my run and not be winded or exhausted
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I recently started to get serious about running.I came across this device and it is fufilling all of my expections.It has a quick set up guide, for those who want to run right away.It has the standard stop watch but also contains such features as a distance tracker and even a virtual trainer so runners can continue to improve their running.The feature i enjoy the most is the GPS function.For trail runners you can track your course, so you'll never get lost and i live in Japan and i'm using it here. Great Device.

The Forerunner works great. I love knowing exactly how far I've run. I thought it might be too big but the size is fine. I usually forget it's there once I get going. It would be nice if it was rechargeable but for the price I can afford to buy batteries.

I recently purchased this unit to replace the wireless computer on my bicycle. Out in the open the unit often works fine. Any time you venture onto any trails or urban areas with tall buildings the unit fails miserably and you get the GPS tracking error.

Also, I noticed any time you cycle within close proximity to trees you lose a signal as well. It doesnt seem to matter how high the trres are or if the tree coverage is to the left,right, or both - once you come withint 500 feet of a treeline the unit just loses signal and refuses to track even when the remainder of the view remains clear.

I have found unless you run, hike, or bike in an area that offers complete 360 degree unobstructed views the unit is pretty much worthless.

Another thing I noticed is that more than once when I did have signal acquisition the readouts would be innacurate. For instance I would often get a readout that has my speed at say 78mph and have me traveling 220 miles when in fact I simply rode perhaps half a mile at a lesiruley pace. Overall this has given me reason to suspect the accuracy of the unit even when signal acquisition is not an issue.

I suspect this is one of those 'you get what you pay for' scenarios that you learn from. Cheapest is not always best. Unfortunatley you cannot try before you buy.

Back to the regular cycle computer.

This is probably a good product for walkers or hikers, or for non-urban runners. However, I wore it on a run around a 5/8 mile track that passes about 20 feet from a parking garage and a hospital. On the first lap, the Forerunner measured .51 miles. On the second, it registered 18.6 miles! And so it went. My 5/8 mile lap shows up as anywhere from .3 to 20 miles. I e-mailed Garmin tech support and got a prompt response telling me that it's called multipath error and directing me to another company's website for an explanation. I get the impression that Garmin isn't particularly proud of this product.

I also find that it's very slow to capture the signal. I don't want to stand around for 5 minutes waiting for the sattelite signal before I can get moving.

My last comment is about the size and weight. I'm a small woman, and I find it pretty uncomfortable because the width of the unit is just a little greater than the space between the bones of my wrist. Even though the band fits loosely, the weight and pressure compromise circulation to my hand.

I do believe it would be good for hikers in open country who just need a rough estimate of how far they've gone (I haven't tried the mapping feature, since I run in a circle and it's pretty hard to get lost that way.) For training purposes, though, it doesn't give me accurate enough information to be of any use.

I bought the Garmin to train for a marathon. It was great at first-- being able to run without coming up with routes and getting extremely accurate pace information, etc.

BUT: After about 30 days, it started messing up occassionally. Example: I would run for 11 minutes, look down and it would say I'd run 2 miles (I usually run 9 minute miles). Or, I'd look down and realize it hadn't been recording me run for 5 or 6 minutes.

After that, I always had doubts about accuracy.

Then, it started struggling to find a signal. Every time I wanted to use it, I would have to relocate the signal (which takes 10 minutes, as opposed to the normal 1-2 minutes).

Then, it wouldn't turn off. I had to remove the batteries after use and put them back in whenever I would use it. Then after about 80 days (of heavy use, running 30-40 miles/week), it stopped working altogether.

Didn't even make it through 1 marathon training. Maybe mine was a fluke. I didn't call customers service. Maybe they'd have replaced it. Nonetheless, it was quite annoying.

I haven't figured out how to use everything on the menu, but for measuring pace, time and distance, it is meeting my needs!

I'm loving it. Once you understand and accept the limitations of GPS you will be able to live with it's shortcomings. So far, I haven't had trouble with my unit with regards to functionality or signal reception in flat open NE Ohio. For an entry level device, considering it's light weight and small size, it is a little marvel. Ten years ago, much larger hand held units where massively more inaccurate than people accuse the Forerunner of having today. One nice feature about GPS units is that once the device has physically visited a particular location, it will be more precise when it visits that location again. The data the Forerunner produces is very helpful in maintaining pace and tracking distances, but the virtual partner is hidden gem of encouragement. Accurate or not, the Forerunner has gotten me out on the road again when I normally wouldn't bother.

I was so excited to get this, but I've now tried it multiple times in different cities, and it drops the sinal constantly. Unfortunately, it just not reliable for distance or speed. For those of us with real training needs (I don't want to know when I've gone "about" a mile, I need to know if my mile was in 7:40 or 7:42) this does not work.
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br /Also, multiple brand new batteries and the unit indicating full battery status and the thing will just suddenly turn off. No warning. No explanation. Grrr!

I bought this for my husband who ran his 1st marathon last fall. He can keep on pace, see his accurate distance, tell how many calories he's burned, etc. I personally don't have much experience with it, but my husband says He loves it!

One of the best running watches I've ever purchased! Very accurate and aids in any workout that I have!

Had never purchased online and decided to try when other had mentioned savings. Very good search result when using your page. Recieved my purchase when promised even though very late afternoon when ordered.Product arrived in excellent conditioned and courtesy follow ups from your company checking my satisfaction were great

great for keeping your training log. uses up batteries fast, yet very user friendly