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What tracking device is best? Polar, Garmin, etc?

SlowerThanYou — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 22:16:28 GMT

I am looking to track time, distance, hear rate, heart zone, calories, etc. I mostly run outdoors, but also lift weights and do cardio indoors. Any suggestions? What you like, don't like?

which hydration belt is best for a marathon trainer?

kmac821 — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 13:57:53 GMT

Hi all, I'm training for a marathon and on my last run I got very thirsty and had to run into the library to get some water. I realize now I need to invest in a hydration belt (with a pouch for my phone, id and cash). There are some that have 4 bottles and others that have 2... does anyone have an opinion on these? Any helpful hints for wearing it too? I want to make sure I am ready for this weekend's 6 mile for a test-run with this belt.

If it helps these are the ones I'm looking at:

2 bottle: http://www.citysports.com/citysports/product.asp?pf_id=117786&path=Shop&path=Running+Equipment&search_handle=QT1SdW5uaW5nIEVxdWlwbWVudH5CPVJ1bm5pbmcgRXF1aXBtZW50fkM9MX5EPTE2fkk9UHJpY2V_Sz00fkw9MX5NPTZ_Tj0yfg&scid=SearchResults&spoffset=2&s_id=0

4 bottle: http://www.citysports.com/citysports/product.asp?pf_id=136804&path=Shop&path=Running+Equipment&search_handle=QT1SdW5uaW5nIEVxdWlwbWVudH5CPVJ1bm5pbmcgRXF1aXBtZW50fkM9MX5EPTE2fkk9UHJpY2V_Sz00fkw9MX5NPTZ_Tj0yfg&scid=SearchResults&spoffset=2&s_id=0

There is also this weird 1 bottle one: http://www.citysports.com/citysports/product.asp?pf_id=136800&path=Shop&path=Running+Equipment&search_handle=QT1SdW5uaW5nIEVxdWlwbWVudH5CPVJ1bm5pbmcgRXF1aXBtZW50fkM9MX5EPTE2fkk9UHJpY2V_Sz00fkw9MX5NPTZ_Tj0yfg&scid=SearchResults&spoffset=2&s_id=0

Thanks guys!

Which map software to download to GPS?

GeordieLad — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 06:45:43 GMT

Hi All,

We're visiting from the UK and spending 6 mths in the USA.

In the UK we use a Garmin GPS 60csx and a laptop with UK Ordnance Survey maps to download / upload routes and tracks to the GPS.

Can anyone recommend a mapping system for us to use whilst in the USA?

Many thanks

David

Good headphones for runners

EOB1971 — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 15:35:10 GMT

My husband runs and he complains that none of the headphones he has are comfortable when he runs. Earbuds fall out. I am looking for any suggestions for decent headphones that are appropriate for a workout - under $100 if possible. Father's Day is right around the corner and this would be a good gift.

ActiveTrainer Plus HRM support?

sloMo-gdale — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 03:30:29 GMT

Does anyone know if it supports the Polar RS200? It uses SonicLink.

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Looking for a new road bike--any suggestions

Annie Lehrer — Fri, 12 Oct 2007 17:53:46 GMT

I have been riding a pretty beat up road bike for the past 3 years or so. It was my beginner bike and was great. Now I'm looking to get a new bike...still not keen on spending 1K. I would like to stay between $500 and $700 if possible (fingers crossed). I am a weekend rider. Maybe 40miles a week. I am short! 5'4'' with a short torso. In the summer months I do do the occasional century or sprint tri. Any suggestions!