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angiek941
angiek941 Posts: 97 Member
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So I've been using RunKeeper on my iphone to track my pace when I run, but I think I'm ready for a Garmin. Do any of you have any recommendations? I've also started doing Triathlons, so I'd also like one I could use for that too. Do they make waterproof ones?
TIA

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  • scottb81
    scottb81 Posts: 2,538 Member
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    Two of them are waterproof and designed for triathalons, 310XT and 910XT. You can read the reviews on these and all other GPS running products on this page. http://www.dcrainmaker.com/p/product-reviews.html
  • BrianSharpe
    BrianSharpe Posts: 9,248 Member
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    Here's a comparison chart between the 310 & 910 if you shop around you should find the 910xt within $100 of the 310xt (either one would be a great choice)

    The form factor is a bit big but you get great battery life with the 310 & 910 (very handy if you're triathlon plans include the possibility of an ironman distance race ) and the display is easy to read.
  • mmk137
    mmk137 Posts: 833 Member
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    if you are going to do triathalons, then yes the 310 or 910. More expensive, but very much worth it.

    I decided myself to go with the 405cx, it's not waterproof, but I don't plan on doing a tri (I did, but I enjoy running so much that I don't see myself doing a tri in the future any time soon).

    You will love it all the same.
  • kywh
    kywh Posts: 46 Member
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    I agree--the Garmin is absolutely worth it. I just got the 910xt this year and I love it. Prior to that, I had a 305, which was also great. I am training for Ironman and the 910XT is my best friend. I can wear it on open water swims to track distance or in the lap pool to count strokes. Go for it!
  • kywh
    kywh Posts: 46 Member
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    This blogger does incredible in depth reviews on Garmins and other sports watch/gps items. http://www.dcrainmaker.com/2011/10/garmin-forerunner-910xt-in-depth-review.html
  • summertime_girl
    summertime_girl Posts: 3,945 Member
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    I've got a 410. It does everything I need.
  • Suz_w8loss
    Suz_w8loss Posts: 197 Member
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    I have the 210 and love it. If I was looking for one that is waterproof I would get the 910.
  • runrockclimb
    runrockclimb Posts: 124
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    I've got the 210, its a great watch, but not waterproof
  • angiek941
    angiek941 Posts: 97 Member
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    Thanks guys! I think I'm going with the 310. It sounds like the recent softrware update helps with the swim issues. Running is my first love, but I do plan to do more triathlons. I've only done a sprint so far. I'd like to do a longer one in the future, but not sure about an Ironman ;0)

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