Editorial Review

Combining powerful performance-tracking features with a GPS receiver, the Garmin Forerunner 201 offers runners and hikers a unique way to track their exercise regimens and goals. Unlike its main competitor, Timex's BodyLink sport monitoring system, the Forerunner 201 integrates the GPS receiver into a single body (BodyLink has separate housings for watch and GPS).Read more

Features

• 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

Reviews (264)

Great Product
I love the Garmin Forerunner.It's one of the best little equipment I've bought for my marathon training.I'd feel blind if I didn't have it on.Makes running myself all the more interesting.I highly recommend any runner to run w/ this little gezmo.

A great product that works well.
Overall this is a great product that works well and does exactly what it should.The only real drawbacks are what others have mentioned already.The serial interface is a pain, but for a few dollars you can buy a cable on ebay that will convert serial to USB, so that's not a huge deal.The other thing is the reception.It is not bad, but definitely not great.In addition when you are going at a decent pace and then make a sharp corner, your info is way off for a few seconds while the unit realizes that you are not still moving in the same direction.I'm not sure if Garmin has fixed this with the new Forerunners, but this can be a pain sometimes when you turn a corner and suddenly the unit shows that you are barely moving!
Garmin 201 review
Great piece of equipment.I use it to pace my basic training unit at Fort Benning while on foot marches and during runs.I recently used it on a foot march during a pretty heavy thunderstorm.Being out in the middle of nowhere with heavy cloud cover didn't seem to faze it much.A bit slower loading in its location with the satellites, but it still worked.During this march, it was soaked in water and sweat.It also got a taste of some mud when our evac. vehicle got stuck on a dirt trail.However, I wasn't able to manipulate the "custom" pace alarm within my specified time.It only allowed me a 10-minute gap instead of a preferred 2-or-3-minute gap.The battery provides a pretty decent charge and the settings are otherwise easy to manipulate. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. four; run; running; exercise; fitness; training    2. watch; wrist; strap   

Editorial Review

Just when you thought Garmin had cornered the market on powerful, affordable, and effective wrist-mounted GPS devices, here comes the Forerunner 205. The release of this device is a major achievement from a design and technology perspective. This isn't just marketing-speak; the Forerunner 205 is the most accurate, most reliable wrist-mounted performance and GPS tracking tool we've ever tested. Yes, it's that good. While no device this compact can do everything (yet), the 205 pushes the boundaries of what is possible from something strapped around your wrist. While the 205 doesn't offer heart rate monitoring, or connectivity with Garmin's wireless speed and cadence sensor -- for that, you'll need to step up to the Forerunner 305 --but it's a great way to get basic GPS location and performance data.Read more

Features

• Sleek wrist-mounted sports performance monitor with high-sensitivity GPS receiver and training software
• Monitors speed, distance, pace, and calories burned for smarter, more effective conditioning
• Powerful GPS navigator provides faster acquisition times and improves tracking under trees and near buildings
• Delivers detailed post-workout analysis on bundled Training Center PC software (connects to PC via USB)
• Includes rechargeable lithium-ion battery; measures 2.1 x 0.7 x 2.7 inches (W x H x D); 1-year warranty

Reviews (31)

The 201 is better and cheaper
I had been using the Garmin 201 model for over a year and was very anxious to get the 205. Since I got it, I find that the current pace is consistently wrong on the 205. The 201 is much more accurate when it comes to telling you the pace you are currently running at. The 201 does all the same basic things as 205 just as well and is much better on the current pace for some reason. The 201 is also about $100 cheaper and I would highly reccomend buying it, it is fantastic and a great value!

Garmin 205
I have had the Garmin 205 for over a month now. I have also used the 301. I like the 205 because it is smaller and more compact. I find it to be very accurate and finds the satellites faster than the 301. I walk under trees sometimes and have not lost the signal. It is easy to set up and read your stats. I have no problems with the rubber wristband. It is a good training device.

Great once you get a position
This is great for training.It's really nice to able to see your current and average pace.It's also nice that it can automatically start a new lap every mile (or other interval that you specify).It sometimes takes a long time to get a position, however. ... Read more

Editorial Review

There's a lot to Magellan's small, cool eXplorist 200 handheld GPS navigation device beyond its vibrant yellow exterior. Inside and out, the eXplorist is built to provide real GPS (global positioning system) abilities for serious outdoor use--from its tough, impact-resistant, waterproof exterior to Magellan's proven, powerful, and easy-to-use technology. The eXplorist 200 rewrites the rules by proving you can spend less and actually get more.Read more

Features

• TrueFix technology with a 14 parallel channel, WAAS/EGNOS-enabled GPS receiver
• Stores up to 500 waypoints, 20 routes, and five track logs
• Convenient, easy one-button control makes operation a breeze
• 2.3-inch, grayscale LCD and rubber-armored, impact-resistant, waterproof shell
• Measures 2.1 x 4.6 x 1.3 inches (WxHxD)

Reviews (30)

Crash Test Dummy
In Dec 04 received one as a present. In June 05 it started shutting off on its own and then stopped turning on all together. Lost a weeks worth of sailing and diving in the Bahamas. Returned it to the store, bought a new one. It was handy and familiar thought I would give it another try. Since then it has dumped my saved Points of Interest THREE times. Now the other day it crashed and defaulted to to a screen called "Burn In Test". Fortunately it did this after I copied off my latest Points of Interest. Now I have a Garmin eTrek Legend.

very good
this is my first GPS, its working very well for me, u can trace the way your walking then inverse it to find your way back, you can convert the trace into routes, it has the usa map, but the map wont work in mexico, it will only give you the main roads of the country. good stuff

good for what it is
I see a lot of reviews saying, "Good entry level GPS!" I do not agree with this statement at all. With a GPS you should always START with the best one you can afford that does what you need. That way you are not buying one to practice on just to realize you need another one. Then you are out of $100 for your "entry level" and $400 for the fancy pants Garmin. I own two GPS systems which are exactly what I need for the applications I use them for. If you need to do these things and nothing else. Buy this one and don't worry that you cannot monitor barometric pressure (I am a meteorologist and I don't need a barometer or a thermometer). Here is what this one will do wonderfully for you. If you are anywhere and you get lost. This one will easily get you to a city, lake, river, interstate, highway, or major road.My main reason for this is to save locations for future use such as: good fishing spots, tree stands for hunting, important businesses, etc. What makes this GPS so practical is it's simplicity. You cannot load a bunch of useless stuff on here that will just slow it down. Who really needs topo? What is great about hiking is NOT knowing what is over the next hill. Another great thing about this unit is it is light weight. I backpack with a lot of folks, some of which are scared of anything that weighs over half a pound. These same folks haul a huge, heavy GPS handheld in their backpack and never use it the whole trip! Another cool thing you can use this GPS for is bicycle and motorcycle application. It is easily mountable on a bike. The screen is large enough to be easily read on the go and the backlight works well at night. It won't hurt this thing if you crash either. It is built like a tank. If it starts to rain, you do not have to worry because it is almost totally waterproof. In everyday application, I keep this thing in my cargo pocket. If I find a neat store or a great view along a mountain road I can quickly save the spot, give it a name, and cool little icon from the list. For everyday use I would recommend this to anyone other than a civil engineer on a job site. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. explorer; explore; xplore; magellen; megellen; magallen   

Editorial Review

Knowledge is power, and thanks to the advanced technology packed into the Garmin StreetPilot 2730, you'll get plenty of both. The big news about this model in comparison to its predecessor, the 2720, is the addition of XM radio capabilities. With a subscription to XM radio services, you'll get real-time XM NavTraffic, XM WX Weather, and XM Radio service. What does all that mean? When coupled with Garmin's legendary GPS technology, it means you'll always know not only exactly where you are, and but also what lies ahead.Read more

Features

• Uses integrated XM radio receiver to deliver real-time traffic information, weather and entertainment
• Widescreen, automotive-grade touch-screen display automatically dims and brightens based on ambient light conditions
• Built-in MP3 player
• Text-to-speech technology speaks the names of streets and tells you when to turn and in what direction
• Includes MapSource City Navigator NT North America maps of the entire United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico

Reviews (25)

Maybe I'm Missing something
I've used the Garmin GPS III handheld unit for years and one of the map features I always appreciated was that Interstate rest stops were on every map.Everything works great with the 2730 Street Pilot and the XM radio feature is fine but do I really need to know there are 6 grass strip airports within a 5 mile radius?Are the rest stops somewhere in the POI's that I have missed?

Motorcycle friendly GPS
I had been searching the various GPS manufacturers for awhile before settling on the 2730. I recently took a motorcycle trip to Wyoming from NY and had this GPS mounted on the handlebars. Very well made unit that made my trip much more enjoyable. I purchased this particular unit over others by TomTom and Garmin because I liked the XM weather/traffic/radio combination more than the bluetooth capability of the 'rider' and the 2820 (although the 2820 offers XM also, it does not supply the antenna as the 2730 does). Being able to answer the phone on my bike doesn't seem the safest option, and I had heard that the bluetooth headsets don't have quite the sound quality I would want for traffic/music.
Garmin Streetpilot 2730
This is the best GPS I have ever owned. The only drawback I can find is the maps are not up to date and I have downloaded all the updates. Garmin needs to update their maps otherwise this thing is GREAT. ... Read more

Editorial Review

The Magellan eXplorist 210 proves that powerful and reliable GPS navigation can be affordable. With a compact, shockproof and water resistant design, this baby is built to withstand whatever the back country can throw at it. At a mere 6.1 ounces, and with the ability to download and store up to 22 megabytes of maps while providing precise three-meter positioning, this pocket-sized 14-channel WAAS GPS receiver is an outdoors enthusiast's dream.Read more

Features

• Compact 14 channel WAAS GPS receiver with rugged, outdoor-sports design
• 22 MB available memory for downloading optional MapSend maps and digital content
• 10 MBbuilt-in basemap includes roads, parks, waterways and more
• Includes Magellan Geocache Manager software
• 2.2 x 4.75 x 1.3-inches (W x H x D); 6.1 ounces; and 2.3-inch backlit display

Reviews (26)

darnit
Ok so when I bought this here on amazon I was in a hurry ..I thought this was a talking unit and its not. It would be good for a truckdriver etc but not for my needs. I need a voiceunit not just a small display

Flawed display
I really wanted to have a favorable experience with this device. My daughter has one and seemed very pleased with it. As a geocacher, I was looking forward to using it on a trip to Colorado.
Garbage after the 3rd month!!
Bought this worthless piece of junk through Amazon. However after the 3rd month it doesn't start up, frankly useless. The only thing more useless is Magellan's customer service - no reply despite several emails. Buy this product at your own risk,,hope that it won't be defective like mine. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. geo; caching; cashing; global; positioning; satellite    2. map; mapping   

Editorial Review

The Forerunner 101 offers athletes an easy-to-read display and integrated GPS sensor that provides precise speed, distance, and pace data--all in one compact unit that straps to your wrist. It's a lightweight, accurate training assistant with performance tracking, auto-lap, auto-pause and more.