Capcha Posted March 10, 2011 Posted March 10, 2011 I know this is meant to go into tech section but there are more eyes on the rant and rave section. So I want to get a Polar heart monitor. I want to loose weight so was wondering which model to buy. Dont want a wrist watch but rather something I can stick on my bike that will also give me avg speed etc. Any advise?
dee_biker Posted March 10, 2011 Posted March 10, 2011 If you're looking for something to use on the bike only, any one in the CS range will do it. If you are planning to run a little too, then it will become expensive, as you will probably need something in the S range.
Big JD Posted March 10, 2011 Posted March 10, 2011 Get a Garmin Edge 500. Better software than polar and no need for wheel magnet and speed sensor etc. as it is GPS driven.
FanieFiets Posted March 10, 2011 Posted March 10, 2011 (edited) Get a Garmin Edge 500. Better software than polar and no need for wheel magnet and speed sensor etc. as it is GPS driven. ???? Please explain? One of the reasons why I stick with polar is their unbelievable content and options in the software. Exclusive. It all depends on: 1. What your budget is.2. How analytical you are. 3. How complex you want your excersize to be. 4. Do yo prefer mtb or road (gps nice for mtb). 5. If you are a vitality member. 6. Only cycle or multisport. 7. If you want a powermeter as well. Edited March 10, 2011 by FanieFiets
Capcha Posted March 10, 2011 Author Posted March 10, 2011 ???? Please explain? One of the reasons why I stick with polar is their unbelievable content and options in the software. Exclusive. It all depends on: 1. What your budget is.2. How analytical you are. 3. How complex you want your excersize to be. 4. Do yo prefer mtb or road (gps nice for mtb). 5. If you are a vitality member. 6. Only cycle or multisport. 7. If you want a powermeter as well. Hey Faniefiets looking to spend 1000 - 1500.00 I just do MTB at this time. yes I am a vitality member why you ask? want to see the amount of calories burnt and want to keep my heart rate up to burn fat
Stray Cat Posted March 10, 2011 Posted March 10, 2011 you should maybe look at the CS 300 as you can use the HRM as both a bike computer and you can use it if you go to the gym or for a run If I am not mistaken, if you upload your results onto the discovery website you earn points and can therefore get discounts etc But maybe have a look on the polar website at all the different models available and see which unit suits your needs the best My link
Honkdonk Posted March 10, 2011 Posted March 10, 2011 Polar CS 200, but dont go for the cadence option Its all you will need
Slowbee Posted March 10, 2011 Posted March 10, 2011 i have had the polar CS 200 (with cad for my road bike), and it is the BOMB it does everything you need. it really does job. Having said this I am led to believe that the sigma HR products on CRC are very very brilliant and at good prices as well.
alan4251 Posted March 10, 2011 Posted March 10, 2011 (edited) I have the CS600X and i love it. Does everything i need for training in HR zones and more. I use it on my MTB and on my road bike. Edited March 10, 2011 by alan4251
FanieFiets Posted March 10, 2011 Posted March 10, 2011 you should maybe look at the CS 300 as you can use the HRM as both a bike computer and you can use it if you go to the gym or for a run If I am not mistaken, if you upload your results onto the discovery website you earn points and can therefore get discounts etc But maybe have a look on the polar website at all the different models available and see which unit suits your needs the best My link Yebo, you receive 150 basis points as well as 50 bonus points by uploading the results to polar. Helps in getting to gold with Vitality giving you better benefits. So try to get a unit that is uploadable. I do not know the c series that well. BUT keep your eyes open for a 625x or 725x in the classifieds. If was the top watch up to a couple years back and is an amazing watch. Polars also last forever and service is top notch so do not worry about buying 2nd hand. A good idea is to have a look at watch watches gives you the infra-red option, I would recommend one with altitude as well......nice to see how steep, long and high it is and the relation to your HR. I do not know what the cheapest garmin is, but that will be your best option if you really want the GPS.
jannosmit Posted March 10, 2011 Posted March 10, 2011 you should maybe look at the CS 300 as you can use the HRM as both a bike computer and you can use it if you go to the gym or for a run If I am not mistaken, if you upload your results onto the discovery website you earn points and can therefore get discounts etc But maybe have a look on the polar website at all the different models available and see which unit suits your needs the best My link i would also recommend this one! R1790 (including speed sensor, bar mount and hrm chest strap) it is a wrist watch yes- but you do get a handlebar mount, and you can use it in the gym and running. I still have the old S520, these things last ages, replaced the battery for the first time after 4years mine now 5years old. Polar after sales service is good aswell
FanieFiets Posted March 11, 2011 Posted March 11, 2011 https://community.bikehub.co.za/topic/99492-polar-725x/page__pid__1343033#entry1343033 Perfect.
Mellow Posted March 11, 2011 Posted March 11, 2011 i suggest a wrist unit. use in gym, spinning bike, running. good all rounder
Capcha Posted March 12, 2011 Author Posted March 12, 2011 Thank you guys for all the feedback. I bought the CS300 and seems good. will put it to the test at Babbas Lodge tomorrow
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