I train indoors frequently, how well does this units GPS work indoors?
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A GPS signal doesn't work well through opaque objects, regardless of the technology/application. If you were on an indoor track surrounded by a bunch of windows it might work decently well (similar to running in the woods) but if the track is especially short you are going to lose accuracy staying in such a small area.
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The GPS doesn't work at all indoors. You would only be able to get time and heart rate data indoor.
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GPS...Indoors....were never part of the design. They are not deaigned to work indoors
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Not a good selection. With less than 6 months use the band broke a rendered it worthless.
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I had the exact same problem as James. 13 months to the day after I bought the watch the band broke, literally just fell off my arm. Due to an odd design the band cannot be replaced. The entire watch housing has to be replaced which costs about $100 and takes who knows how long. I replaced this watch with a Garmin. I''ve put thousands of running and cycling miles on it and I love it.
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It was design to wear outside not inside that's why they put GPS in it to keep you on the right track
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You set zones and amount of movement within that area. Pretty good for such an inexpensive system. I also have the 8 camera unit
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It does not show distance to traps, hazards, etc. I wanted an inexpensive GPS unit that would show distances to front, center, and back of green that was accurate and easy to use which this one does. It also will show shot distance, keep score, give round time, and is able to edit distances. I can get two rounds with one charge, however, I usually charge it each time I play. I am very happy with this unit.
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Hi Frank, It doesn't use GPS. That is one thing I wish it did. So when you are on the treadmill you just have to swing the arm that the band is on. I have a friend that puts it on his ankle when he walks on his treadmill because he holds on with his arms. He says it is very accurate that way. I swing my arms and in my experience it is very accurate. Hope that helps.One more thing, you can change the mode to logging a workout. That way you get the benefit of a workout and it show your progress that way.
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Not sure what you mean. The GPS works outside. Inside you don't get good reception.
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Hi, If you have an Ipod Nano you can try the very cheap, in comparison with GPS, Nike+ Sportkit. Once you calibrate it, it is very accurate. All my runs (same route) about 8km only vary on +/- 100m.Hope that helps a little bit.
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Just so I understand, as well: Garmin 305 will not track indoor calories associated with a strength training routine? Thank you.
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Yes I think it only work on running because the GPS tracks ur movement and calculates the amount of calories used for that distance, speed, and time.
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Yes, I use this with my indoor trainer. I track cadence, speed and miles. Works great for me.
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It tracks steps. That is what it use when on treadmill mode (haven't tested it). From some manual: "...treadmill capabilities. The TomTom utilizes an internal accelerometer to measure pace and distance indoors without the use of GPS. It does this by evaluating arm swing and cadence to determine pace". On one of your exported sport sites, like mysports.tomtom.com, you can see stats like "STRIDES / min". Also, for bikes, there is an external sensor you can buy.
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A. Blue: Many thanks for your input. Makes sense. The recipient tested it on Sunday, Jan. 30 and it worked indoors. It also came with the instruction sheet. She has not tested other features yet but I assume it will be fine. For other posters -- thanks also for your feedback. E. Bryant
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It is not a GPS mapping device. It is a runners watch that will five you distance, time, pace, average pace, calories burned and heart rate (with heart rate monitor).
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I use it for weight training, the elliptical (when I have to use it), running and Insanity/Asylum/T25 videos. I am a long distance runner by nature and habit. I have had no issues switching among activities with accurate heart rate, time, calories etc.
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It is not a GPS so it will not track steps/distance if your arms are still. Makes sense as it would record your movement in a car, etc... If you walk on a treadmill it is fairly accurate provided you calibrate and then move your arms in stride when working out. If you hold the side rails or hold your arms still it will not record accurately but overall it is fairly representative of your workout and active time.
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Darn it, I have never tried the gps; however, I have found customer service at 5 Star to be very helpful. Also, please consider if you find the gps is not satisfactory, return the unit to Amazon or go ahead and buy it from a local Walmart for a bit higher cost, try it out and see what happens. BTW, I only need to charge my unit once each week and the provided test to check the unit works quite well. I like mine and the only negative in the experience is that in 5 Star advertisement, they really should note that a monthly tax will be added just like any telephone system. Mine adds about $3.Harry Darn it, I have never tried the gps; however, I have found customer service at 5 Star to be very helpful. Also, please consider if you find the gps is not satisfactory, return the unit to Amazon or go ahead and buy it from a local Walmart for a bit higher cost, try it out and see what happens. BTW, I only need to charge my unit once each week and the provided test to check the unit works quite well. I like mine and the only negative in the experience is that in 5 Star advertisement, they really should note that a monthly tax will be added just like any telephone system. Mine... » Read More Darn it, I have never tried the gps; however, I have found customer service at 5 Star to be very helpful. Also, please consider if you find the gps is not satisfactory, return the unit to Amazon or go ahead and buy it from a local Walmart for a bit higher cost, try it out and see what happens. BTW, I only need to charge my unit once each week and the provided test to check the unit works quite well. I like mine and the only negative in the experience is that in 5 Star advertisement, they really should note that a monthly tax will be added just like any telephone system. Mine adds about $3.Harry « Show Less
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It's not gps. True pedometer. In my experience it's off about 10-15 percent on treadmill but almost perfect on real road.
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This watch DOES have built in GPS. You can use it outdoors with the GPS enabled to track your distance and route, or turn the GPS off temporarily for indoor workouts.