Love hate relation | Garmin Forerunner 405 With USB ANT+ Sport Stick (Black) 010-00658-10

electronics: Garmin Forerunner 405 With USB ANT+ Sport Stick (Black) 010-00658-10

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	• Garmin Forerunner 405 With USB ANT+ Sport Stick (Black) 010-00658-10 Garmin Garmin view larger image
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not quite perfect, but close enough for me

I've had my 405 since May 2008, and although the bezel interface still gives me problems. I love this watch/GPS, and have bought the hearthrate monitor and footpod accessories.
The watch is a good fit, and gives excellent feedback on my performance when running. I've tried the Nike/iPod system and others (fitsense), but the Forerunner 405 is the best yet.

Love hate relation

I have had this watch for almost a month and I have to admit I have a love-hate relation with it. The watch itself is very good. I just took it aall over Europe and it worked amazingly. It is accurate, quick to locate satellites (even in cities with big buildings - I was expecting more of a problem) and reasonably easy to use. It took me a little bit to get used to but mainly because the user manual is very poor and the on-line help is non-existent. I like the auto pause feature (tell it to stop counting when you stop running). I don't use all the features like laps, but for a good tracking watch it is great. And when you get lost in a foreign city it is a godsend to get you back to your hotel! The bezel and menus work nicely but because of the poor documentation it took me a bit of playing over 2 days to figure it all out and configure the way I like it. The hate relationship comes in on the their web interface. I was nervous of this because for one thing I want it to be useful 10 years from now and I worry they won't support it. Heck, I am not sure they support it now. More than half of my data has never appeared on the web site despite clear indications of a successful download. Some 25% appeared 4-5 days later when I asked for help (coincidence - not sure). Much of the time I can't even log in because of server issues or while using the data I get an annoying pop-up "we are sorry, try back later". Since this is not why I bought it I will keep since the watch is pretty awesome, but it is frustrating.

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Garmin International is pleased to announce the Forerunner 405 GPS-enabled sport watch. During a run, this slim, sleek watch accurately tracks distance, pace, calories, and displays it all on the easy-to-read screen. Tap or slide a finger around the innovative touch bezel to change information without fumbling for a button. The optional foot pod can also be used to gather speed and distance information indoors. ANT+Sport wireless technology automatically transfers workout data to and from your computer when your device is within range. No cables, no hookups, the data's just there. Users can upload data to Garmin Connect, a web-based application that lets them analyze, share and store workouts. Compatible with GSC 10 speed/cadence bike sensor - monitor pedaling cadence and wheel speed Compatible with foot pod - measures speed and distance and runners cadence when indoors Watch features - time of day (12/24h), dual time zone, (day/date), daily alarm Training and motivational features - Virtual Partner, courses, workouts, goals GPS features - mark waypoints, back to start, save location ANT+Sport wireless technology lets you automatically transfer information back and forth between the watch and the PC Unit-to-unit - transfer workouts and locations to other Forerunner 405's Dimensions - 45.75mm x 70.5mm x 16.4mm Weight - 2.11 ounces (60 grams)

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