kevin Posted March 27, 2009 Share Ok I guess the RS800 would be awesome however that is just out of the bracket for a novice.... Which one would your recommend for a 1st HRM the polar CS300 or something simpler and better looking....as I am new to the whole HRM monitor thing and just want something that can tell me I can push more I would like to monitor my usage and down load info etc and compare...what would you suggest ? I have a bike computer so I am not overerly concerned with cadence and speed unless this is tracked on each ride and can be compared later... Thoughts and comments are welcome please Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thug Posted March 27, 2009 Share As far as I'm aware the minimum Polar cycling model that can download is the CS400. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Slow Posted March 27, 2009 Share There is only one brand that has been tried and tested round the World!!! Polar!!! I prefer the S725i, that way you can swop from bike to bike and also use it in the gym!Captain Slow2009-03-27 03:09:27 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Older Posted March 27, 2009 Share Suunto. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
splat Posted March 27, 2009 Share The CS400 is for bike use only, the 725 can be used on and off the bike. So if you use your HRM @ gym or while running, that will influence your decision. I use the CS 400 and really like it. Its amazing all the data it captures. Not all that cheap though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wesf Posted March 27, 2009 Share Garmin, adds a whole new dimension to your training. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spano Posted March 27, 2009 Share If you 're willing to spend a bit more get a Garmin Edge 305...you get HR, and that stuff that you already have on the bike computer but, you get a gps with it! and the nice of it for me is that you can program it the way you want,e.g you can tell it how long you want to cycle before your intervals and how long the intervals should be and how long you should rest etc. (I know the top end polars can do this as well!) you say you are starting out with HR training, believe and ask anyone using HR it doesnt help you get the data and do nothing with it.so getting something thats too elementary will do for now, but once you want to start training seriously, you'll want something with the little "added extra's" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spano Posted March 27, 2009 Share Garmin' date=' adds a whole new dimension to your training. [/quote'] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
funrider Posted March 27, 2009 Share Polar! get a 625 or 725, those are the best ones to have. You do pay more for Polar, but need I say anything about their back-Up? The best in the business, or any other field for that matter. That's what you pay for, a top quality product and exceptional support. Go Polar! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spano Posted March 27, 2009 Share Polar! get a 625 or 725' date=' those are the best ones to have. You do pay more for Polar, but need I say anything about their back-Up? The best in the business, or any other field for that matter. That's what you pay for, a top quality product and exceptional support. Go Polar![/quote'] no no,,GARMIN,,, GARMIN,,, GARMIN!!! in the end he's just gonna buy a suunto Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mutt Posted March 27, 2009 Share Polar if you want Vitality Points. Garmin if you want an all in 1 device and don't need or want Vitality Points Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevin Posted March 27, 2009 Share mm Points not at this stage...wow there is a fair price difference between the CS300 and the 625 and 725..any one have a second hand one going? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sammajoor Posted March 27, 2009 Share Looking to get the missus a S725i..... She already has a CS 600, but can not use it at the gym Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DunMan Posted March 27, 2009 Share Polar CS300 can be used on the bike and in the gym.Got 1 for under R2000 at Sportsmans warehouse.Can also upload your info to polar personal trainer on the webCheck http://www.polar.fi/en/products/cycling/CS300/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SwissVan Posted March 27, 2009 Share Why do so many want to use a HRM at the gym, is it for the gym bikes and treadmills or ....? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TNT1 Posted March 27, 2009 Share Wot's a vitality point? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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