AlanD Posted November 18, 2016 Posted November 18, 2016 Why not get the 735XT which has HR and is a little cheaper. Does pretty much the same as the F3 for what you need. Curious to know what recorded info you expect to get/analyse from doing stretching and strength exercises? For me that is my time to relax and not have to worry about mining data and go enjoy based on feel. VO2 etc is related to cardio and not so much so to the other exercises you mention. Majority of the watches use seems to be for cycling, so may well be better to look at the Edge 520. I have the F3 (non HR) for the last 9 months, it is permanently on my wrist as I train twice a day as a triathlete/cyclist. Have never felt the need to upgrade to the HR version, nice to have but not needed. Think you are just trying to justify the expense for something you want to have rather than need to have!!You right, this is very much a want vs need battle that I am in right now. I want something to start measuring my rides so that I can start improving a little bit and setting some goals. The fenix has everything and more that I will need but probably won't use all it's functionality but if there was ever a time to get one, it's soon or else it probably won't come around again.
Izak Posted November 18, 2016 Posted November 18, 2016 You right, this is very much a want vs need battle that I am in right now. I want something to start measuring my rides so that I can start improving a little bit and setting some goals. The fenix has everything and more that I will need but probably won't use all it's functionality but if there was ever a time to get one, it's soon or else it probably won't come around again. Will you not have food in your house if you buy it?Yes - don't buy itNo - Buy it, you wont be sorry AlanD and Beesrib 2
leeubok Posted November 18, 2016 Posted November 18, 2016 You right, this is very much a want vs need battle that I am in right now. I want something to start measuring my rides so that I can start improving a little bit and setting some goals. The fenix has everything and more that I will need but probably won't use all it's functionality but if there was ever a time to get one, it's soon or else it probably won't come around again.Get one, it is an awesome watch. Life is short, spoil yourself every now and again! At first I was a little surprised by how big it is, and thought I would bump and scratch it all the time. But I haven't scratched it in 3 months now and I don't even notice it on my arm anymore (ok I lie, I stare at it a lot every day! ) I have the normal F3, not the HR. If you guy for the Fenix3 HR then maybe consider getting the HR strap extra if you want to put the watch on your handlebars. I put mine on the bars when I'm on the trainer. If I'm on my mtb I keep it on the wrist. AlanD and GLuvsMtb 2
Sukka Posted November 18, 2016 Posted November 18, 2016 I'm very happy with my Garmin Tactix Bravo (Fenix 3). I use this great tool for mountain biking and running. Also would recommend getting the HR Strap. AlanD 1
WrightJnr Posted November 18, 2016 Posted November 18, 2016 I have the Fenix 3 and absolutely love it. First "heart rate" monitor watch I've had that does everything else so well. There are guys in my office that have bought them that don't even run or cycle! However, have a look at this as a cheaper option. Still does a heck of a lot and will leave a couple of grand in your pocket. http://shop.navworld.co.za/forerunner-235.html Please don't make the mistake and buy something else for the wrong reasons. You'll cry in 6 months time and end up spending the money anyway. Trust me on this, I a repeated pro on this mistake. I "settle" and then regret it so much I end up buying what I actually wanted in the first place. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Bobbo_SA and AlanD 2
Tubehunter Posted November 19, 2016 Posted November 19, 2016 What's the difference between the Grey, Silver and Sapphire? Is it just the bevel or are there more functions? (My edge is toast and I've been running more than cycling lately, so thinking of what to plan on getting next...)
Bobbo_SA Posted November 19, 2016 Posted November 19, 2016 What's the difference between the Grey, Silver and Sapphire? Is it just the bevel or are there more functions? (My edge is toast and I've been running more than cycling lately, so thinking of what to plan on getting next...)Silver is rumored not to scratch as easy, or at least that it's less noticeable. And I think the silver comes with the leather and rubber straps - at least mine did. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Tubehunter 1
rvdm1 Posted November 19, 2016 Posted November 19, 2016 Silver is rumored not to scratch as easy, or at least that it's less noticeable. And I think the silver comes with the leather and rubber straps - at least mine did. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk What's the difference between the Grey, Silver and Sapphire? Is it just the bevel or are there more functions? (My edge is toast and I've been running more than cycling lately, so thinking of what to plan on getting next...) The grey and silver versions refer to bezel colour, the silver just doesn't show scratches on the bevel as much. The Sapphire refers to the glass which is more scratch resistant than the normal version. You get both the grey and silver versions with sapphire glass. Tubehunter 1
WrightJnr Posted November 19, 2016 Posted November 19, 2016 Internals are all the same. Which is cool. Not like Sunnto etc who skimp on battery capacity etc. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Tubehunter 1
AlanD Posted November 19, 2016 Posted November 19, 2016 Im waiting for Black Friday to see if i could get a great deal :-) leeubok and Joeboy69 2
leeubok Posted November 19, 2016 Posted November 19, 2016 Im waiting for Black Friday to see if i could get a great deal :-)Pull the trigger man, don't hesitate! Post pics when you get it.. AlanD and Beesrib 2
Pieter1 Posted November 22, 2016 Posted November 22, 2016 Hey guys. Is it worth it to het the HR version or the normal version with the chest strap?
AlanD Posted November 22, 2016 Posted November 22, 2016 I really like the idea of the HR version as you can check your heat rate anytime (unless you wear a chest strap all day). I also think a chest strap would annoy me more than anything and im no pro athlete so don't need to the beat accuracy as long as its in the ballpark.
Pieter1 Posted November 23, 2016 Posted November 23, 2016 I really like the idea of the HR version as you can check your heat rate anytime (unless you wear a chest strap all day). I also think a chest strap would annoy me more than anything and im no pro athlete so don't need to the beat accuracy as long as its in the ballpark.Makes sence. I have just been reading many complaints that the hr does not always read and that you have to wear it far up your wrist for it to work properly.
Runbikeswim Posted November 23, 2016 Posted November 23, 2016 Makes sence. I have just been reading many complaints that the hr does not always read and that you have to wear it far up your wrist for it to work properly.Latest firmware made it quite stable and i was one of the big complainers . Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Pulse Posted November 23, 2016 Posted November 23, 2016 Makes sence. I have just been reading many complaints that the hr does not always read and that you have to wear it far up your wrist for it to work properly.Having the unit further up the wrist would probably irritate me more than using a chest strap during exercise; but I like the idea of having access to HR monitoring during/after sleep
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