|
|
Garmin Forerunner 301, 201, 101
The Garmin Forerunner watches represent a leap forward in running technology. Currently there are 3 versions. The Forerunner 101, 201, and 301.
Garmin is traditionally known for its GPS products, and although the idea of tracking your longitude and latitude
while you run isn't too interesting, the implications of the technology are very cool. The GPS functionality allows the forerunner watches
to calculate your pace and your distance. This means that you can go to any arbitrary place and start running and see
how far you have gone and at what pace--no more driving the routes with your car to measure the distance. Some great
ways to use this functionality include to pace yourself in a qualifying run for the Boston Marathon or to beat a friend who you
know runs at a given pace.
What the 3 units have in common:
-Measure speed, pace, distance, and calories burned
-Weigh 2.6-2.75 ounces
Here are how the 3 units differ:
Forerunner 101
-Takes 2 AAA batteries, 15 hours battery life
-No PC interface
Forerunner 201
-Rechargeable lithium ion batters, 15 hours batter life
-PC interface to save running data to your computer
Forerunner 301
-Takes 2 AAA batteries
-PC interface to save running data to your computer
-Heart Rate monitor
When it comes to purchasing the watch, you can pay retail ($299) or you can shop smart. Currently you can buy
the 301 on either eBay or Amazon for $175-200 on average. Click on the links below to go to the right
areas on these sites to get these prices. If you have questions about an auction, send me an email at degank@email.com
and send me the url of the auction and I'll take a look at it.
Here are the current prices for the forerunner 301.
Buying the watch. One of the best places to buy the watch is on eBay. The Forerunner 301 retails for $299.00 at most stores,
but this link will take you to a listing of watches for sale on eBay that average $185.00 for new ones and less for others.
|
|
