Does this 220 is water resistance? Can I use swimming?
1120570
I think so. Look up DC rainmaker's extended review which is available on the web.
1120571
Yes, the 220 is water resistant and it can be used swimming although the GPS does not work very well constantly being submerged under water.
1120572
It is water resistant, so you can run in the rain with it. However the owner's manual states that buttons should not be pushed when it is underwater. Other answers advise that this should not be used for swimming because water causes problems with GPS reception.
1120573
My 220 died after one 30min stint in the pool so I would have to say it isnt waterproof (or mine wasnt at least). Once I got out of the pool my watch went crazy and kept turning the GPS on/off and vibrating until the battery died. I let it sit dead for a couple of days, re-charged it and had the same issue. Since my watch was a year old, I had to toss it in the trash. I'd say be careful if you do swim with it and if you have the same experience and are still under warranty, make sure Garmin fixes it for you. I've had many Garmin products (and loved them) and this really damaged their reputation in my eyes. My 220 died after one 30min stint in the pool so I would have to say it isnt waterproof (or mine wasnt at least). Once I got out of the pool my watch went crazy and kept turning the GPS on/off and vibrating until the battery died. I let it sit dead for a couple of days, re-charged it and had the same issue. Since my watch was a year old, I had to toss it in the trash. I'd say be careful if you do swim with it and if you have the same experience and are still under warranty, make sure Garmin fixes it for you. I've had many Garmin products (and loved them) and this really damaged their... » Read More My 220 died after one 30min stint in the pool so I would have to say it isnt waterproof (or mine wasnt at least). Once I got out of the pool my watch went crazy and kept turning the GPS on/off and vibrating until the battery died. I let it sit dead for a couple of days, re-charged it and had the same issue. Since my watch was a year old, I had to toss it in the trash. I'd say be careful if you do swim with it and if you have the same experience and are still under warranty, make sure Garmin fixes it for you. I've had many Garmin products (and loved them) and this really damaged their reputation in my eyes. « Show Less
1120574
Yes, this model is water resistant and I do use it for swimming, from time to time. You will find a good review and plenty of interesting comments about this watch here: http://www.dcrainmaker.com/2013/11/garmin-forerunner-depth-review.html
1120575
It is water resistant but cannot be used for swimming. The gps tracking does not work properly when swimming. I believe the more expensive model (550?) is suitable for swimming.
433764
Hi, We checked the owner's manual and box carefully. They do not mention anything about a water resistance rating for the control head. Sincerely, Alex Lentini
213124
This is my 3rd heart rate monitor and the 3rd one that says it's NOT to be used swimming. The watch is fine, provided you don't press any buttons while submerged but I haven't found a heart rate monitor strap that's OK to swim in. I would guess that higher end HRM watches & straps (>$100) are fine for swimming.
43008
Honestly, I am surprised with your question, are planning on swimming with your laptop??... I do not think there are laptops sleeves water resistant... What I can tell you is that quality of this sleeve is really good, it has a double layer, an external and an internal... The internal helps to provide stability to your laptop, it is like a glove... It seems to me that it can help you in case of a very soft rainy (I have never tried it), but not completely sure that your laptop will be completely safe... It is a great accesorie, by the way...
552272
Hi - yes it is water resistant to some degree. I have had it for ~8 months and have had no problems. I've run in the rain with it a few times and I usually rinse it off under the faucet after every (or every other) use. So far, no problems and it's already outlasted the Timex Ironman I had previously. I have not 'submerged' it (i.e. swimming, etc.). Hope this helps!
2090649
It is merely resistant. The company advises you don't swim with it. But it does have a feature to log in workouts. When I swim I log it in the "Other" category at an "In the zone" level. My UP stays in the locker during my swims.
1472923
It is water resistant. It says to do not press button under water maintain residency, it does not say in the manual ok to use for lap swimming. Or h20 resistant at any depth of water. So I would not use it for lap swimming. Good question because originally I was given the impression that I could use it in the pool. Here is Polar's contact info if anyone would like to have it, 800-227-1314 or polarusa.com
1971783
Water resistant - I found no problem washing my hands, but don't shower with it or submerge it in water.
433762
Hi,We checked the owner's manual and box carefully. They do not mention anything about a water resistance rating for the control head.Sincerely,Alex Lentini
2029975
I believe it water resistant, I spilled water on it and my phone was dry. I wouldn't go swimming with it though
1117366
No this is not water resistant for swimming. For a water resistan Garmin you need the Garmin Swim, 310xt or the 910xt. The other watches are water resistant against rainy runs.
453245
It is 'water resistant' to 30m. So yes I would say it's waterproof. However even though it is waterproof, you will not get readings while underwater. For example triathletes can wear it during the swim portion so they don't have to take it off and put it back on but they will only get HR readings during the run and bike. It pairs via ANT+ so it is compatible with the vivoactive. Reference: http://www.thisisant.com/directory/vivoactive/Hope I could provide you with the answers you are looking for.
1451800
This model is not water proof. The newer models are water resistant and would track distance for swimming. I just would not submerge it at any depth. I wear my new version all the time and have not had any issues with water.
699594
The Mio alpha can be water resistant up to 30m however the buttons shouldn't be pushed while under water. Make sure the heart rate monitor is already on before getting in the pool...have fun!!
1906614
I'm not sure. It's not a dedicated swim watch and I've never taken mine swimming, but I have soaked it a number of times and it has never been an issue.
410170
It's water "resistant"; not "truly" water proof. That stated unless you have a real "swimmer" like a waterfowl retriever this is still a very good product.
1117365
Short answer: No.....water resistant to one meter for 30 mins and specifically states in manual "not intended to be used while swimming".