1.52" Grayscale LCD - 12 Channels - Hot Start 1 Second - MPN: 0100046600 See Product Details
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Description
Form meets function with Garmin's sleek and stylish line of personal trainers ? the Forerunner 205 & 305. Don't let their good looks fool you. These taskmasters will continually push you to do your personal best. In addition to its look, the Forerunner 205 includes a high sensitivity GPS receiver and courses feature for optimal performance. Designed for athletes of all levels, this running partner and personal trainer has one goal in mind ? a better you. It continuously monitors your speed, distance, pace and calories burned so you can train smarter, more effectively. It tracks your every move with a super-sensitive GPS that even works on tree-covered trails and near tall buildings. Receive a detailed post-workout analysis on the PC with included Training Center? software.
Summary
Product Title: Garmin Forerunner 205 Portable Navigator
Manufacturer: Garmin
Lowest Price: $149.95
Power Score: 4.4 | 18 Reviews
Physical Features
Interface Connection: USB
Battery Life: 10 Hour - Typical use
Included Components: Charger, Docking Cradle, USB Cable
Product Type: Handheld Navigator
Navigation and Other Features
General Features: Odometer, speedometer, waterproof
Battery Life: 10 Hour - Typical use
Display
Diagonal Screen Size: 1.52 in
Display Type: monochrome(B&W)
Dimensions
Depth: 0.7 in
Width: 2.1 in
Weight: 2.72 oz
Height: 2.7 in
Dimensions: 2.70" Height x 2.10" Width x 0.70" Depth
Warranty
Warranty Information: 1 Year Limited
More Info
URL: Manufacturer Link
General
Product Type: Handheld Navigator
Dimensions: 2.70" Height x 2.10" Width x 0.70" Depth
URL: Manufacturer Link
Additional Specifications
Software Included: Training Center
Number of Channels: 12
Cold Start Time: 45 Second
Warm Start Time: 38 Second
Hot Start Time: 1 Second
Number of GPS Channels: 12
Strengths: large screen, quick to get signal, fits nicely
Weakness: sidebuttons difficult to use while working out, still a little heavy (compared to a regular watch but obviously this device does way more)
This GPS unit is much better looking than previous models, as it isn't just a normal GPS unit turned sideways and attached to your wrist. It also gets a signal much faster than previous models (like the Foretrex 101 that my running partner had, which took up to 5 mins sometimes to acquire a signal before we could start our runs!) so it's very convenient and feels more like a watch. I also...
Strengths: Ease of use, programmable screens. Virtual partner lets you pace against the clock or (better) yourself over the same course. Backlighting, Included software
Weakness: Side buttons aren't that great/easy to use. Not fond of the watchband (velcro on older model was better, I think).
I've had my 205 for about a month and have run with it about 15 or so runs. I think it's a much better unit than it's predecessor. I like the added features of the virtual partner and mapping. The USB interface is far superior and much faster than the old parallel port in the 201. I ran about 2,500 miles on the 201 and hope to do far more with this one. I think if you're serious about training...
Strengths: The information gathered by the unit is very useful in tracking workouts. Satellite signal reception seems to be very good.
Weakness: Way points set on the unit cannot be uploaded and displayed on your PC. The battery is not user servicable. The software that comes with the unit for your PC is pretty limited in capability.
I use the unit for tracking my walking routines and the information gathered is very useful. I'm actually walking more since I got the unit because of that information. The unit doesn't come with an adapter to charge in an automobile so you'll need one of those when electricity isn't readily available. The rubber band can be difficult when wet or damp. Those with small wrists may find it doesn't...
Strengths: Lot of information - slice and dice it any way you want to
Weakness: Bulk
In preparation for my first marathon, some of my friends were using it, and I got hooked. Lots of nice features for tracking performance and pacing (my biggest weakness) really have helped out.
Strengths: Easy to work, Light weight, Stores memory on computer
Weakness: Takes time to get signal, but will pick it up fast if you are out away from trees.
I just started training for a marathon. I bought this watch to help me keep my pace up and to shred a few minutes off of my time. I love how the watch keeps data, places data on the computer and shows me exactly where I am in my training. I love it and would purchase again.
Strengths: It has more sports, training options, display screens, data fields and customizations. Smaller footprint than previous model. Faster downloads with usb connection.
Weakness: Display harder to view, battery life shorter and doesnt display remaining hours, even with latest sirfstar III GPS software signal pickup is same & no instant switch button for units (m/mi.)as in 201.
I would purchase the Forerunner 201 over the 205 because there isn't a dramatic improvement between models. Most important note is that the GPS signal gain has not improved at all. Wait for the next model after the 205, maybe that will be a better improvement in signal aquisitions.
Strengths: nice looks, great features, easy to use.
Weakness: not as easy to read while running as the 201, hard to push side buttons.
The Forerunner 205 is a much better unit than the previous generation 201 GPS receiver. It's sleeker looking, the display screens are all user configurable and it seems to track the GPS satellites better. The large stop/start and lap buttons on the face are nice feature, they're much easier to hit than the side mounted buttons of the 201. However, the 205 is more difficult to read or see while...
Strengths: Fits well, great accracy, nice online software to upload to(Garmin connect) large screen many things to display, many settings, virtual partner.
Weakness: crappy CD software, takes around 30 seconds to get position before run after you set it up. No heart rate-305 has this.
Ive owned this thing for about 4 months and its worked GREAT. no major problems yet, It is verry accurate and gets a signal from everywere. Cool to analyze workouts and races.
Strengths: Simple, reliable
Weakness: Kinda clunky in size, little slow to lock signal
This has worked as advertised, and has been very reliable. It's been very useful for tracking pace speed when running, and also works well to track bike trips. Very cool to see the route when you get home!
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Strengths: Easy set up. Log/track work outs.
Weakness: A little bulky. Takes time to find signal.
I am just starting to train for a half marathon. This tool has proven not only useful, but motivating. I look forward to beating my previous times and then syncing the unit with my computer to review data. Great for those of us just getting back into fitness.