Garmin Forerunner 205

Great sport GPS, small, light, and useful!

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Pros: Small, light, rechargeable, versatile, works great with Garmin training website.

Cons: Slightly bulky shape, no map details, calorie count not accurate, training program so-so.

Bottom Line:
Recommended. This is a running/workout GPS and doesn't pretend to be anything else, and it works great for that purpose. Read More

Great training tool

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Pros: Large, customizable display; backlit;  easy to set up,  built in GPS; shows training history

Cons: Fits awkwardly on smaller wrists; mapping display is basically useless

Bottom Line:
The Forerunner 205 is a great training tool for anyone who runs or bikes outside and wants to get an accurate gauge of their results. Read More

This thing really works

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Pros: Very functional, usable, accurate, and just a good tool to have.

Cons: I think that it need to have a light for when it gets dark.

Bottom Line:
From the casual to the serious, this is a good product for the person who enjoys exercising outside. Read More

Great Training Tool for Almost Any Cyclist

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Pros:

Great training tool, especially when used with the Motionbased site

Cons: Training Center Software could be revised
No base maps
No memory card support

Bottom Line:
I would recommend this unit to any cyclist that would like become a better biker. Read More

An indispensable tool for the serious cyclist

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Pros: The most comprehensive and accurate training metrics for a serious competitor.

Cons: It could have more on-board navigation capabilities.

Bottom Line:
This is one of the most impressive tools I have ever used for competitive athletic training. Read More

Upgrade Your Running with Technology

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Pros: easy to use, nice fit, intuitive menus, battery life

Cons: some inconsistency keeping pace

Bottom Line:
For the avid runner, the Forerunnner 205 is a reasonably priced and helpful tool to make you better. Read More

How Did I Run Without This Watch?

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Pros: Keeps excellent track of distances and time

Cons: Very slow to load and on the bulky side

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Get the real miles
For your distance exercise
With this helpful watch Read More

A fantastic unit for its audience - but not a "normal" GPS.

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Pros: Great display, great accuracy, good features, excellent wow-factor!

Cons: Poor Mac support, no expansion, no street maps.

Bottom Line:
I'd recommend it for anyone who is serious about tracking rides and workouts. A great toy with some real value. Read More

A very good GPS for a runner or bicyclist.

Author's Rating:

Pros: Accurate, a lot of features, rechargeable battery lasts 10 hours.

Cons: A little thick, software is not that usefull, side buttons are hard to push.

Bottom Line:
If you are considering a GPS watch, look for this one online.  Although not the newest model, it can be bought for a good price right now. Read More

Great for walking, running, biking, hiking, skiing and even geocaching

Author's Rating:

Pros: Satellite reception and accuracy, features and customized screens for various sports

Cons: Lack of a decent basemap without paying extra to install one. Only 100 waypoints stored.

Bottom Line:
A convenient, powerful and worthy unit for almost any non-automotive use of GPS technology at an affordable price! Read More