9 responses so far ↓

• 1 Nicola

  I used the Nike Plus system for a while, which was frustrating because it was so inaccurate. I got this Garmin, because I am serious about my health and want the FACTS. Not a novelty item, like that Nike Plus band. This works great, very accurate. The only complaint so far is, sometimes it takes a few tries to upload data to the software loaded on my PC. but I LOVE all the detail information!

• 2 Mackey

  wonderful product. very accurate mileage. more features than i will ever be able to use. it would be nice if battery life was a little longer but it is understandable that it isn’t.

• 3 Cheney

  I bought this because I was training for a marathon and it was a great aid. I always use it when I run even when I go biking because it really lets me know valuable information about my workout and I can track my progress. The features are fabulous and I only lose the signal when I’m inside a structure.

• 4 Fitch

  This Garmin may look a little bulky in the photos, but its durability and features outweigh any extra ounces. The information that the Garmin gives me is priceless in my first-time marathon training. I don’t run too far, wearing myself down unnecessarily and not following my training plan, because of this gadget (I run straight out the front door of my apartment, through my neighborhood.) It is also a great tool for measuring my progress, heart-rate wise. I haven’t gotten into the “Pace buddy” feature yet. I think the only downside is the inability for the Garmin to give alerts for short times and distances for, say, running 400 meters, resting a pre-determined time, then running another 400 meters,etc. (I know this type of training has a name, but I can’t think of it off the top of my head.) I am so pleased with this product. I have been running for eight years and I feel like this Garmin will enable me to take my running to a new committment level. (And it makes my runs exceptionally fun!)

• 5 Giang

  Generally the Garmin Forerunner 305 has met my expectations, however, with respect to durability it has been a bit of a letdown. I have had to replace it twice in the last 2 years when it would not startup despite efforts to soft or hard reset it. I use it daily for runs or cycling and enjoy reviewing my exercise data, especially with Garmin’s new Garmin.Connect site.

• 6 Barnes

  I use mine for cycling and running, the direct link to see your workouts mapped on GOOGLE EARTH is FANTASTIC!!!! (the included software is far more stable than the junk Polar included with their HRM’s.

  Heart rate strap with replaceable battery is coded and comfortable. It’s better in my opinion than the Polar products (of which I’ve owned three)

  This is much better than the Forerunner 201 which I previously owned (locks on satellites 10 times faster) and I’d avoid the 405 unless you really want to use this watch as a normal day to day wristwatch (check out the 405 reviews)

  My only complaint is that it’s easy to leave it on and run the battery down – which is a bummer if you’re just about to work out. I wish there was an “auto off” feature which would shut it down if it detects no movement or heart rate within an hour or so. Fortunately, with Li-Ion batteries, as little as a 10 minute charge gives you enough juice for a 90 minute run.

  If you’ve found this review to be helpful, please let me know!

• 7 Quizon

  No problems with product or software.

  garmin connect does not give same heart rate zones as garmin training center, both have pros and cons. I use both resources which some people might think is a pain.

• 8 Jetter

  As an ironman level triathlete this is an essential training tool that I use everyday. Anyone wanting to have specific information about thier workouts need this device. As far as I can see this is the best unit out there. Once they make it waterproof it will be perfect and that is coming this summer. I prefer it greatly over the other model that looks more like a conventional wristwatch.

• 9 Oakley

  After comparing different distance and speed monitors this one was the best for the money; features/price ratio. You can get basic information and you can grow with it to a more advance state.

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