Comments on: Best Sports Watch: The Best Running Watches and How to Choose the Right One

By: Dave W

Dave W — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 23:00:55 +0000

Many thanks indeed for this comprehensive review…I have run marathons and triathlons in the past but have taken a break from training and competing during the past few years…however now I want to return to the fray and may need to get a new watch…I was looking for a good side-by-side comparison of these four brands and your article did the job…absolutly brilliant and as Sarah noted, the time that went into the evaluation is greatly appreciated.

Will also take a look at the updated Garmins as well. – dcw, Las Vegas, USA

By: admin

admin — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 09:54:17 +0000

Yes the Forerunner 50 is a very nice watch. You might also like the Garmin FR 60 watch, which is like the Forerunner 50, but has more features.

By: steve

steve — Sun, 03 Jan 2010 02:51:46 +0000

Thanks for a very useful article!

Having mulled over your findings I still think that the 50 is the best watch for me, as I’m a bit worried about GPS performance in urban areas and the footpod should do nicely, I hope…

By: Kara

Kara — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 23:51:18 +0000

Thank you for posting this very informative article. I have bought several good running watches in the past but there always seems to be something lacking so I look for another. You have brought up many good points and comparisons which will definitely help in my search. THANKS!

By: admin

admin — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 12:09:24 +0000

Hi Ankur. Glad you like it

The Forerunner 305 is still a great watch, is still very popular and is a great buy considering it’s a bit cheaper than the 405CX and 310XT. But all these watches have their pros and cons.

If you want to view a comparrison of Forerunner models. I recommend this article:

How Garmin Forerunner Watches Differ

These articles contain more information on the Foreunner’s 405CX and 310XT.

Forerunner 405CX
Forerunner 310XT

Hope this helps,
Rod

By: Ankur

Ankur — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 11:28:59 +0000

Thanks for your great article…very informative…I was almost set to buy the Forerunner 305 but I’m now unsure given your comments above Garmin planning to phase it out.

Any plans for updating your comparison given the mentioned new launch of Forerunner 405CX and 310XT?

By: SDrunner

SDrunner — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 17:28:13 +0000

Really helpful post, something that all runners that are interested in a running watch should read. I wrote a review about the watch that I have, Timex Triathlon Ironman Watch

By: admin

admin — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 10:24:47 +0000

Thanks Sarah, this page might be a bit dated now that Garmin have released their new Forerunner 405CX (supersedes the 405) and 310XT (supersedes the 305) watches. The 405CX has better calorie calculation and a replaceable wrist band for smaller wrists. The 310XT is an exciting upgrade too, with 20 hours battery life and water resistance. The 305 is still a great buy, but will be phased out soon.

By: Sarah

Sarah — Sat, 18 Apr 2009 11:47:46 +0000

Thank You for the awesome information. I really found it helpful and appreciate the time that went into it!
-ST

By: John Paul Sepe

John Paul Sepe — Sat, 14 Mar 2009 20:10:29 +0000

Thank you!
Your article was very informative.
I’m also planning to buy a sports watch.

-jp