Comments on: Roadtesting The Garmin Forerunner 305 http://thebullrunner.com/2007/11/10/roadtesting-the-garmin-forerunner-305/ Tue, 22 May 2012 12:02:00 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 By: thebullrunner http://thebullrunner.com/2007/11/10/roadtesting-the-garmin-forerunner-305/#comment-42229 thebullrunner Fri, 04 Nov 2011 03:25:12 +0000 http://thebullrunner.com/2007/11/10/roadtesting-the-garmin-forerunner-305/#comment-42229 Hi Ali! My Garmin 305 lasted 1 1/2 years. It's the battery that conks out. Despite this, I would say it's worth the money especially since the 305 is so cheap now. By the way, to have the battery of the 305 replaced, it'll cost you around Php5k to have it shipped to Taiwan. With that price, I would reco you just buy a new 305 which is practically the same price. Hope this helps! Hi Ali! My Garmin 305 lasted 1 1/2 years. It’s the battery that conks out. Despite this, I would say it’s worth the money especially since the 305 is so cheap now.

By the way, to have the battery of the 305 replaced, it’ll cost you around Php5k to have it shipped to Taiwan. With that price, I would reco you just buy a new 305 which is practically the same price.

Hope this helps!

]]> By: Ali http://thebullrunner.com/2007/11/10/roadtesting-the-garmin-forerunner-305/#comment-42227 Ali Fri, 04 Nov 2011 03:03:53 +0000 http://thebullrunner.com/2007/11/10/roadtesting-the-garmin-forerunner-305/#comment-42227 Hi, TBR and fellow runners! Was just asking regarding the Forerunner 305's durability after a couple of years?:) I'm a newbie runner and is considering to get a Garmin to measure my distance. I'm hoping to get the best value for my money (still a student. Haha!) Thanks guys! I would appreciate any tips :) Hi, TBR and fellow runners! Was just asking regarding the Forerunner 305′s durability after a couple of years?:)

I’m a newbie runner and is considering to get a Garmin to measure my distance. I’m hoping to get the best value for my money (still a student. Haha!)

Thanks guys! I would appreciate any tips :)

]]> By: Garmin in Manila by 1st Quarter 2010 | The Bull Runner http://thebullrunner.com/2007/11/10/roadtesting-the-garmin-forerunner-305/#comment-12254 Garmin in Manila by 1st Quarter 2010 | The Bull Runner Tue, 22 Dec 2009 09:59:17 +0000 http://thebullrunner.com/2007/11/10/roadtesting-the-garmin-forerunner-305/#comment-12254 [...] 2007, before we saw a Garmin on every other runners’ wrist, I had to order my Garmin 305 online. And, only a few months back, I still had to order my Garmin 310XT through a friend. By 1st [...] [...] 2007, before we saw a Garmin on every other runners’ wrist, I had to order my Garmin 305 online. And, only a few months back, I still had to order my Garmin 310XT through a friend. By 1st [...]

]]> By: dennis d http://thebullrunner.com/2007/11/10/roadtesting-the-garmin-forerunner-305/#comment-6284 dennis d Thu, 16 Apr 2009 08:06:19 +0000 http://thebullrunner.com/2007/11/10/roadtesting-the-garmin-forerunner-305/#comment-6284 The 305 has similar features as the 205. Maybe its just me but I sort of feel that an HRM chest strap affects my breathing... hence, I went for the 205 sans HRM feature. Cool gadget and wont disappoint. For perspective I compared data from my top-of-the-line Garmin Edge 705 which I use in my bike (it has multisport features) and used previously with my runs and the 205 registered identical data. Congratulations on your new gadget! The 305 has similar features as the 205. Maybe its just me but I sort of feel that an HRM chest strap affects my breathing… hence, I went for the 205 sans HRM feature. Cool gadget and wont disappoint. For perspective I compared data from my top-of-the-line Garmin Edge 705 which I use in my bike (it has multisport features) and used previously with my runs and the 205 registered identical data.

Congratulations on your new gadget!

]]> By: Teddy http://thebullrunner.com/2007/11/10/roadtesting-the-garmin-forerunner-305/#comment-1238 Teddy Thu, 24 Jul 2008 02:50:51 +0000 http://thebullrunner.com/2007/11/10/roadtesting-the-garmin-forerunner-305/#comment-1238 The authorized distributor of Garmin locally is located at No6 Ground Flr. Consolacion Bldg, Gen Santos ST AranetaCtr Cubao. However, their price is quite exorbitant. My garmin 305 I bought last year (Nov 2007) at CA through my sister is only Php15k as compared to Php25 selling price at Geotech. Check the Rei.com from time to time to check for the 50% discount on Garmin 305 (orig price is $299). But I suggest to use the newly issued Garmin 405 with HRM and foot pod it cost for around $450 (w/o foot pod $350). Not only will it give accurate distance it will automatically transfer your workout to your computer using ANT+sport wireless technology when your 405 is in range. The authorized distributor of Garmin locally is located at No6 Ground Flr. Consolacion Bldg, Gen Santos ST AranetaCtr Cubao. However, their price is quite exorbitant. My garmin 305 I bought last year (Nov 2007) at CA through my sister is only Php15k as compared to Php25 selling price at Geotech. Check the Rei.com from time to time to check for the 50% discount on Garmin 305 (orig price is $299). But I suggest to use the newly issued Garmin 405 with HRM and foot pod it cost for around $450 (w/o foot pod $350). Not only will it give accurate distance it will automatically transfer your workout to your computer using ANT+sport wireless technology when your 405 is in range.

]]> By: mimi http://thebullrunner.com/2007/11/10/roadtesting-the-garmin-forerunner-305/#comment-1237 mimi Wed, 07 May 2008 15:38:37 +0000 http://thebullrunner.com/2007/11/10/roadtesting-the-garmin-forerunner-305/#comment-1237 wer do you buy this locally? thanks wer do you buy this locally? thanks

]]> By: gen http://thebullrunner.com/2007/11/10/roadtesting-the-garmin-forerunner-305/#comment-1236 gen Sun, 13 Apr 2008 13:44:34 +0000 http://thebullrunner.com/2007/11/10/roadtesting-the-garmin-forerunner-305/#comment-1236 hi, can i ask where you bought your garmin? thanks hi, can i ask where you bought your garmin? thanks

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]]> By: Mark http://thebullrunner.com/2007/11/10/roadtesting-the-garmin-forerunner-305/#comment-1233 Mark Sat, 17 Nov 2007 15:03:52 +0000 http://thebullrunner.com/2007/11/10/roadtesting-the-garmin-forerunner-305/#comment-1233 Useless indoors. The downside to a GPS unit is that you can’t use it on the treadmill. I run twice a week on the treadmill so I have to resort to my Nike+ to get a pace reading. By the way, just use the foot pod to solve the issue above. Useless indoors. The downside to a GPS unit is that you can’t use it on the treadmill. I run twice a week on the treadmill so I have to resort to my Nike+ to get a pace reading.

By the way, just use the foot pod to solve the issue above.

]]> By: Mark http://thebullrunner.com/2007/11/10/roadtesting-the-garmin-forerunner-305/#comment-1234 Mark Sat, 17 Nov 2007 14:53:10 +0000 http://thebullrunner.com/2007/11/10/roadtesting-the-garmin-forerunner-305/#comment-1234 Hi, I've been using the Forerunner 305 since Feb this year. For running, get the foot pod so you can get data for strides per minute. It shows up as rpm on the 305. Ideally, you want to do 180 strides per minute or 90. It really helps a lot in pacing and finding out what works. It also works on areas with poor gps reception such as Eastwood. I dont get a steady signal there. You use the foot pod instead of the gps. There's a newer foot pod model for the forerunner 50, best to get that instead as its an improved version over the one I have. For a good deal, just direct from Amazon. More info available for you if you upload it to motionbased, its free anyway. I originally got the forerunner last feb of this year to keep track of my surf ski paddling. (fast ocean kayak) I've been using the other sport mode exclusively until in recent months when I started running. Do update to the latest firmware (2.8) and read the motionbased forums for tips and tricks. Hi,

I’ve been using the Forerunner 305 since Feb this year. For running, get the foot pod so you can get data for strides per minute. It shows up as rpm on the 305. Ideally, you want to do 180 strides per minute or 90. It really helps a lot in pacing and finding out what works. It also works on areas with poor gps reception such as Eastwood. I dont get a steady signal there. You use the foot pod instead of the gps. There’s a newer foot pod model for the forerunner 50, best to get that instead as its an improved version over the one I have. For a good deal, just direct from Amazon.

More info available for you if you upload it to motionbased, its free anyway.

I originally got the forerunner last feb of this year to keep track of my surf ski paddling. (fast ocean kayak) I’ve been using the other sport mode exclusively until in recent months when I started running. Do update to the latest firmware (2.8) and read the motionbased forums for tips and tricks.

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