Garmin Forerunner 201 Wrist-Mounted GPS Fitness Computer

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Garmin Forerunner 201 GPS Training Assistant - The Forerunner 201 offers athletes an easy-to-read display, ergonomic wristband, and integrated GPS sensor that provides precise speed, distance, and pace data. It's a compact, lightweight, accurate training assistant with performance tracking, auto-lap, auto-pause and more. The Forerunner 201 is easy to use right out of the box and delivers the benefits of GPS technology at an affordable price. Working out with the Forerunner 201 means you're never alone in your personal training, because the unit provides a Virtual Partner. This unique feature allows you to set your training goal by configuring your Virtual Partner's pace and workout distance. You'll get a graphic perspective of your performance by viewing your pace in relation to your Virtual Partner's pace, so you can always see at a glance if you're keeping up or falling behind. Includes - Wrist strap, AC Charger
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- Waterproof, wrist-mounted training device/GPS receiver for tracking lap times, distance, and calories burned
- Integrated GPS receiver displays your progress on favorite routes and saves up to 100 locations
- Virtual Partner mode sets time, pace, and distance goals and races you against digital competitor
- History function breaks down workout statistics by day or cumulative weeks; includes serial PC interface
- Adjustable wristband and AC desktop charger; measures 3.26 x 1.71 x 9.69 inches (W x H x D); 1-year warranty
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Customer Buzz
 "good companion" 2009-05-29
By Patricia Barton
I like having this along with me while I run. The only thing that I miss in this model (as opposed to the 301)is that when you input your personal data it isn't as specific as the 301. It's more general in nature. Example, age, M/F,height....these are not available on the 201. Also, it takes a slight time longer to obtain the GPS signal.

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 "101/201 VS. 205/305 - NO COMPARISON!" 2009-05-25
By Y. R. Wu (Ann Arbor Michigan)
The 205 is $30 more than the 201, but is ten times the watch. If you can afford to the extra dough, here is why it's worth it.



I bought the 201 when it first came out (~7 years ago) It was head and shoulders above the Timex product with the remote arm pod and I would have rated it 5 stars back then because it was the best of it's kind. I even used it to go geocaching.



The problem is, I have to strongly recommend against anyone buying it today - I was "lucky" to have lost this kayaking a couple of years ago at which point I upgraded to the 305. It is SOOOOO much better that I have to now rate the 201 as one star in comparison. The 205 is the same but without heart rate.



First, the 101/201 have a very unusual shape. The 205/305 is a bulky watch but the looong 201 prevented you from wearing gloves - a real problem when skiing, cycling, etc.



Second - and more importantly, the 205/305 have the SIRF Star III Chipset which means it can lock on and hold the lock better.



Imagine if you will - you're all ready to run and pumped up - whoops, you now have to wait an extra few minutes to lock your position, otherwise it cannot tell you your speed, location, etc.



My old 201 locked on far faster than my running partner's Timex (He had to hang it on a tree while he was getting ready since it often took 5 minutes or more to lock.) the 305 can lock in 5-10 seconds most days while the 201 would lock in ~2 minutes *most* of the time but occasionally would take up to 5 minutes. If you were ~100 miles away from your prior location, the 201 would take up to 10 minutes to get a new lock. ARRRGGGGHH.



Also the 201 would lose lock all the time when running in even moderate tree cover or heavy clouds. With the 305 I can even get a lock in my house most of the time.



Finally, the 101/201 cannot lock IF YOU ARE MOVING! The 305 can lock even if you're riding a bicycle. I think I've even gotten a lock while driving.



Yes the 205 and 305 cost more but with the huge difference in functionality I find it astonishing that Garmin would continue to sell the 201 given how much better the 205 and 305 are.



p.s. Don't bother with the 405. Interesting concept but not practical. Read the reviews.



I use mine for cycling and running, the direct link to see your workouts mapped on GOOGLE EARTH is FANTASTIC!!!! (the included software is far more stable than the junk Polar included with their HRM's.



Heart rate strap with replaceable battery is coded and comfortable. It's better in my opinion than the Polar products (of which I've owned three)



I'd avoid the 405 unless you really want to use this watch as a normal day to day wristwatch (check out the 405 reviews)



My only complaint is that it's easy to leave it on and run the battery down - which is a bummer if you're just about to work out. I wish there was an "auto off" feature which would shut it down if it detects no movement or heart rate within an hour or so. Fortunately, with Li-Ion batteries, as little as a 10 minute charge gives you enough juice for a 90 minute run.



If you've found this review to be helpful, please let me know!

Customer Buzz
 "garmin forerunner 201" 2009-03-16
By Stephen E. Pierce
The Garmin Forerunner 201 has already improved running for me, not only do I know how far I have ran, I know how fast I have been running, and even have reference points for where I have been. The unit itself is lightweight, easy to use, waterproof, and has a rechargeable battery. The charger itself is all too easy to use and has an adapter for 110-240v outlets, the plug can also be changed on the charger to fit a variety of outlet types. The screen is farely large and the numbers are easy to read, the button layout is simple and if you just want it to time your run its a two button affair. All in all a very good buy it will improve your runs especially if you like to try new places.

Customer Buzz
 "Works great" 2009-03-13
By Robert M. Moorman (Killeen, Texas)
I used it the whole time I was in Iraq just to see how I improved on my runs and how long they were. It works great without a flaw.

Customer Buzz
 "unrealiable" 2008-12-29
By Robert G. Mccann (Vernon Hills, IL)
This damn thing just quit working in the middle of my runs. Very frustrating. Just outside the 1 year warranty period the damn thing just stopped working, or rather it worked but then would just quit at random intervals during my training runs. For a runner it was not worth the hassle.


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