Garmin Forerunner 201 Wrist-Mounted GPS Fitness Computer
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Customer Review: Not for everyone
Summary: 2 Stars
I was really excited about the features that this product has. I was training for a half-marathon, and was really looking forward to the training buddy feature. But when I tried to use it, it never found the satelite signal. We live in an area where there are lots of trees. I went down to the beach where it was a little more open, but it still wouldn't pick up a signal. No matter where I tried, there was no signal. So I wasn't even able to test it to see if it worked, or if it was what I really needed for training. I still like the idea, and maybe when we move to some place with less trees, I might try buying it again. So for anyone who lives in a wooded area, it's probably not for you. If you don't, then it's probably great. Customer Review: Excellent Training Tool
Summary: 5 Stars
I was looking for a GPS training/pedometer device to help me get in shape for a 1/2 marathon coming up. I checked at our local Sports Authority store and found this one for about $200. When I saw the same one on Amazon for just over $100 I got excited! I love this thing. It is easy to use, sets up training programs for you, and will even navigate you back to your starting location if you get lost on a run/walk. Yes it's great for walking as well as running. The model below this is not rechargeable which was a big selling factor. The model above this is the same but it has the heartrate monitor. This is an excellent buy and an excellent training tool. I highly recommend it.Customer Review: Garmin GPS
Summary: 4 Stars
Awesome - bought Nov 2004 and it still has the 1st mile i ever ran (11/26/04). Screen is larger and easier on the old eyes to see than the newer models. Only thing i couldn't do was get it to download into my computer. But, would buy this same model again.Customer Review: My Garmin GPS
Summary: 5 Stars
This gadget is awesome! I am still learning about it but am very impressed!Customer Review: Great for Jogging and Training
Summary: 4 Stars
I purchased the 201 two years ago because I was tired of 'guessing' how far my runs were or checking with my bike. The 201 perfectly fits my needs and works as advertised. Once fully charged the battery lasts a real 14 hours which is great for taking it on trips. The display is large, easy to read, and allows you to customize it subscreens. You really don't notice it on your wrist when jogging.
So why 4 stars? It does lose its signal from time to time when there is tree cover, the charger is like a brick for know good reason, there is no case for traveling, and the serial interface is a dated.
For the money it is hard to beat this as a GPS for jogging.