Does this watch work well for biking?
255829
Agree with Sean. You would only be able to use the heart rate monitor functions of this watch. Polar sells a version of this watch with GPS accessory instead of foot pod but I have not heard good things about it. Polar's newer GPS devices are much more useful but not compatible with this watch. Only buy the foot pod if you plan on running only.
255830
i use it when i ride my bike. but like Sean Palmeter answered, it will not track your info right it helps but not accurate. i would reccomend going on polarusa.com and look at the products for cycling. i hope i helped you.
255831
Yes it works just fine for biking using the foot pod. Of course you still need the strap for your heart rate. For overall watch for both running and biking I did fine the font was small and can be hard to read so it takes getting use too. I like to us my phone also and use like Mapmyrun or mapmyride app to compare distance via GPS.
255832
If all you need is the watch for keeping track of your heart rate, then it would work well. Although, I'm almost positive the foot pod accessory wouldn't be able to keep track of your distance like it can for running. That's an easy remedy as you could buy an odometer/speedometer for the bike to keep track of your distance and speed if that's important to you.
255833
The user interface on this watch rendered it useless for me regardless of the activity. Plus, you have to purchase yet another part in order to upload and track your data. I ended up selling it at a loss and went with a Garmin product that tracks ALL activities, and includes ALL components required.
438421
Yes it can. I wear it when I swim in my pool. Make sure your battery is good. Occasionally the chlorine content in my pool will cause spurious signal issues, but it works. Also don't push any buttons on the watch under water.
1075458
No, I would not spend the money on this GPS if you are Not intending to go on many runs. Frankly it's a big ugly lumpy watch which serves its life purpose to track runs and mile splits. I bet you can find other nice slimmer timex watches which make good running watches for cheaper. Also, the GPS function is not great. I bought this model and the GPS stopped working. Timex does not even try to fix it, the just send a new one if your watch is still under warranty. They said these are hit or miss. So I bought a Garmin GPS watch and I'm super happy! I hope that helps.
1350435
It can be used for cycling, but don't buy Garmin's bike sensor for the 205 as it won't work.
1686801
It's perfectly fine for an everyday watch and has great battery life (over a year) when not in GPS mode. It's not super stylish as it's a sports watch but it can definitely do the trick for both running and daily use.
780703
Yes, it does work with cycling. There are preset programs for cycling along with programs you can taylor yourself. If you want to train by heart rate I'd get a heart rate monitor. I bought that separate. The only thing this watch isn't programed for at this time is swimming. Hope that helps.
1293713
The watch works on a satellite signal. Depending on trails, I would say if you don't get cell phone reception this will not have a signal either which might be cumbersome.
1658937
The only thing I can suggest is make sure you download the app that is needed to get full function of the watch. The watch I purchased was a gift.
400108
I would think it would be fine if he is a little tech comfortable. It is a fine watch and very durable. It has a lot of capacity and I find I generally only use about 25% of its capabilities and I love it. The users manual is generally clear and only gets complex on such issues on heart rate monitor exercise limits which I never use. Hope that helps.
1901050
I am not sure about all the Fenix2 functions, but the D2 is very suitable for running and biking. I often use it for running (even more than for aviation), it can be completely configured with total time, lap time, pace, distance etc. Same for biking. The good thing is that everything is configured within each profile for that activity, so you don't have to change everything when changing activities.I think the main reason for the price difference between the D2 and the other Garmin watches in this range is the included aviation database. I you don't need that, have the Fenix, else buy a D2. I am not sure about all the Fenix2 functions, but the D2 is very suitable for running and biking. I often use it for running (even more than for aviation), it can be completely configured with total time, lap time, pace, distance etc. Same for biking. The good thing is that everything is configured within each profile for that activity, so you don't have to change everything when changing activities.I think the main reason for the price difference between the D2 and the other Garmin watches in this range is the included aviation database. I you don't need that, have the Fenix, else... » Read More I am not sure about all the Fenix2 functions, but the D2 is very suitable for running and biking. I often use it for running (even more than for aviation), it can be completely configured with total time, lap time, pace, distance etc. Same for biking. The good thing is that everything is configured within each profile for that activity, so you don't have to change everything when changing activities.I think the main reason for the price difference between the D2 and the other Garmin watches in this range is the included aviation database. I you don't need that, have the Fenix, else buy a D2. « Show Less
1047726
I've been using it for a few weeks now, its got a great display, and finds the satellite really fast. If you're a beginner and all you're looking for is a watch that gives you pace, time and duration, its not a bad watch. If you're an advanced runner and need all the stats, then maybe hold off until tomtom irons out all the bugs in the software.
2000943
Mine did, 2 years ago. I really liked the features and function on this watch, but it totally died on me out of the blue. I took very good care of it. I've read forums saying this is an issue. Motorola basically said too bad. I'll work hard to never buy Motorola products. I now use a Garmin 310XT for running/cycling and love it. I use an Ipod Nano for music. Best of luck on your choice.
1457876
I use the watch for walking & find it a great watch for that. As far as water the most has been when washing dishes. I feel it does what it says it does.
424726
It is great for hikin but you will need to buy a map subscription. I don't do a lot of biking so... I do wish I had bought a better model for onboard storage though unless you are doing very long distances like over 60 miles it is just fine.
552273
The watch is waterproof, but I would not swim in the pool with this watch as it is not accurate to the degree of a short 25 meter pool. I would also not advise to using this watch in the ocean as it is not the most solid piece of equipment. It is chinese made.
2208911
Yes, it works well with it. It just pairs up using Bluetooth. My only complaint is that the face of the watch is so big that it scratches easily. If I had thought of it before I would have got one of those iPod screen protectors and cut it to fit the watch.
2281704
this watch is not appropriate for triathlon training; you won't get accurate distance in water since the fr220 isn't designed to handle the dropouts when the wrist goes under the water during strokes. also, there is no bike functionality. if you're doing multisport look at the fr610 or fr910xt. check out dcrainmaker.com for a bunch of in-depth reviews.