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09 February 2009, 07:03 PM
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Suunto Watches
Are these a bit gay or not?
I like the idea of them, just think they may be a bit of a novelty...and well......HUGE!
Width 50 mm, Depth 14 mm, Weight 63 g
I like the idea of them, just think they may be a bit of a novelty...and well......HUGE!
Width 50 mm, Depth 14 mm, Weight 63 g
09 February 2009, 07:35 PM
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I've had one for a few years, and TBH the only functions I use are the time and heart monitor, and even most of this I've forgotten how to! as for the rest of it, I haven't a clue, and the instruction booklet is like war an peace, but without the dirty bits! This place was very helpful when I needed a new chest strap...
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I have very skinny wrists and it doesn't look oversize at all. Tough as old boots too!
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I have very skinny wrists and it doesn't look oversize at all. Tough as old boots too!
09 February 2009, 07:42 PM
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I've got an X6HRM, which I've had for just over 3 years now.
It's been through a couple of batteries but they are easy to change (using the common CR2032 size) yourself. The HRM I use several times a week when running and the digital compass is handy. Can't say I use the barometer and altimeter though.
It's been accidentally smacked on numerous door frames and the like but it's never blinked - very robust and worth every penny I paid for it.
It's been through a couple of batteries but they are easy to change (using the common CR2032 size) yourself. The HRM I use several times a week when running and the digital compass is handy. Can't say I use the barometer and altimeter though.
It's been accidentally smacked on numerous door frames and the like but it's never blinked - very robust and worth every penny I paid for it.
09 February 2009, 08:20 PM
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There are various types designed for various activities.
There's even a GPS based for golfers!!!
They are large, but very very well made and made for a specific market. I almost bought 1, but tehy had discontinued it by the time I had the cash so bought my MTM.
There's even a GPS based for golfers!!!
They are large, but very very well made and made for a specific market. I almost bought 1, but tehy had discontinued it by the time I had the cash so bought my MTM.
09 February 2009, 08:25 PM
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If the altimeter reading works off a barometer, it'll over/under-read by 30ft per millibar change in air pressure. Better off with a GPS based watch if it's important.
They look pretty nice, though.
They look pretty nice, though.
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11 February 2009, 06:43 PM
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Why would it be that far out? Isn't that how all altimeters work....off barometric preassure?
I don't think sky divers use GPS
I don't think sky divers use GPS
11 February 2009, 06:52 PM
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I have a Metron and X-lander, the Compass and Altimeter keep me legal when flying my Ultralight.
Although not Ghey, they do make me feel a little queer... called Barry.
Although not Ghey, they do make me feel a little queer... called Barry.
11 February 2009, 10:57 PM
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You need to set either the alt. or baro. pressure against a known value, and then you know what height you're at, or what the weather's going to do, or if you're lucky, both.
11 February 2009, 11:11 PM
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I was looking at the Tissot T Touch but that only tells you how much you have ascended or descended.
11 February 2009, 11:14 PM
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Altimeter: altitude, vertical speed, altitude alarm, thermometer
Barometer: Sea level pressure, absolute pressure, weather trend graph, temperature, weather alarm
Compass: Bearing, graphic compass rose, bearing tracking
GPS: Resolution 1m / 3 ft, 12 channels
Watch: Calendar, 3 alarms with date option, dual time, stopwatch
Menu-based user interface familiar from mobile phones
Water resistant to 30 m (100 ft)
Power supply: USB cable and a universal power supply
PC interface software + USB cable
Full access to SuuntoSports.com
No-ones going to beat you in pub bragging about gadgets with this bad boy.
Suunto X10M Military GPS Watch
Barometer: Sea level pressure, absolute pressure, weather trend graph, temperature, weather alarm
Compass: Bearing, graphic compass rose, bearing tracking
GPS: Resolution 1m / 3 ft, 12 channels
Watch: Calendar, 3 alarms with date option, dual time, stopwatch
Menu-based user interface familiar from mobile phones
Water resistant to 30 m (100 ft)
Power supply: USB cable and a universal power supply
PC interface software + USB cable
Full access to SuuntoSports.com
No-ones going to beat you in pub bragging about gadgets with this bad boy.
Suunto X10M Military GPS Watch
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11 February 2009, 11:46 PM
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X9i !
GPS routes for MTB fun are a good safety net ! No maps needed, plus cumulative climb/decend and route transfer to/from PC.
And it charges ffrom USB or mains power.
Not as big as you'd notice in a silly way.
HTH
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GPS routes for MTB fun are a good safety net ! No maps needed, plus cumulative climb/decend and route transfer to/from PC.
And it charges ffrom USB or mains power.
Not as big as you'd notice in a silly way.
HTH
dunx
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