Suunto CORE

suunto vs gps; suunto wins

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Pros: gets the job done reliably

Cons: (minor) poorly designed band

Bottom Line:
this altimeter does all you would want a watch and altimeter to do in a reliable fashion Read More at Epinions.com

Useful Instrument

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Pros: Accurate. Rugged. Weatherproof. Utility.

Cons: Plastic crystal irritates careless people.

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I would recommend this to anyone that spends a lot of time in remote areas and/or needs supplemental environmental conditions. Read More at Epinions.com

Almost the perfect watch

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Pros: readable, accurate, reliable

Cons: poor user-interface design

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A robust and highly usable watch, and Suunto stands behind it. Read More at Epinions.com

Not cheap, but not nasty

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Pros: easy to use, reliable, reasonably waterproof

Cons: doesn't make coffee

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With a little bit of care, this watch will do its job. Read More at Epinions.com

A true wrist "computer"

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Pros: Very accurate functioning; Easy-to-read LARGE face; Straightforward interface; Lightweight; Nice price

Cons: Sharp learning curve; large size; "velcro" band must be purchased separately; limited water resistance

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A lot of tool for the money! Appears to be very well made. Although it requires attention to detail, the interface is simple enough to be habit-forming. Read More at Epinions.com

experiences

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Pros: design, features, functionality

Cons: rather big size Read More at Epinions.com

Suunto Vector

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Pros: Easy to read display, feature laden

Cons: a small learning curve, doesn't go well with my suit.

Bottom Line:
This is the watch for a base site camper doing excursion type hikes and you want a backup to the compass you already have in your pocket. Read More at Epinions.com

ALL THE RAGE!

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Pros: Tons of functions

Cons: Too big for a small person or a kid

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I would get this for a basic hiking and camping watch. Read More at Epinions.com

I'd buy it again

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Pros: readings stable over wide temperature changes

Cons: crystal scratches easily

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This is very accurate over all temperatures.  When I bought it in 2000, it was the only electronic altimeter with temperature compensation that actually worked.  Read More at Epinions.com

Swiss Army Watch

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Pros: replaces a lot of pieces of equipment that you wear on your arm

Cons: Not the most comfortable, and the altimeter is not the most accurate

Bottom Line:
Great watch that I highly recommend Read More at Epinions.com