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Polar FS2C Heart Rate Monitors Black

Running Watch Reviews — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:32:03 +0000

The Polar FS2C Heart Rate Monitors are made for entry level runners that are looking for fully functional training tools that are very easy to use.

The Polar FS2C Wrist-Worn Heart Rate Monitor has a wide range of heart rate functions as well as usual chronograph features to ensure that you are getting the proper training. Aside from tracking your heart rate data, the Polar Fs2C is capable of providing you with stopwatch, and time of day functionalities.

All of these features of the Polar FS2C Wrist-Worn Heart Rate Monitor can be easily navigated thanks to the highly intuitive one button control interface. A simple touch of the button can take you to the functions that you would need for your training.

With ease of use, and high functionality, the Polar FS2C Wrist-Worn Heart Rate Monitor is a great addition to anyone who would want to start their training programs.

Item Specifications
Color	Black
Heart Rate	Included
GPS-Enabled	No
Cadence	No

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SIGMA ONYX Balance Heart Rate Monitor Watch

Running Watch Reviews — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:56:15 +0000

SIGMA ONYX Balance Heart Rate Monitor Watch

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Retail Price: $89.99

Amazon Price: $74.00

With the Sigma Onyx Balance Heart Rate Monitor watch, not only would women feel good, but also look good while running.

The Sigma Onyx comes with various features that enable runners to capture all the necessary information for improving their training. With just a few clicks on its highly intuitive and easy to use O-ring controls, the Onyx uses its digital coding method, to accurately capture pace, heart rate and all the other data.

It would then display them in large readable font, through its easy to read display

Compared with other feature loaded heart rate monitors that look clunky or awkward, the Sigma Onyx Balance Heart rate monitor watch trumps them by having impeccable design. The sigma onyx comes in an attractive powder blue shade and a decorative ring that can surely catch the eye of people everyone around.

With the combination of beauty and functionality, the Sigma Onyx Balance Heart Rate monitor watch is a good choice for active women everywhere.

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars Finally!!!
I’ve had this watch for about a month now. It seemed to take it’s time arriving, but once it got here it has been put to use and it is well worth the value.

I read a review about how it was a bit difficult to set, but I did not have a single problem with setting it. I always read the instructions so that may be why it was so easy for me to set, also knowing that this is a German manufactured watch I figured if ever there was a time to read the book, this is it.

I didn’t even read the entire manual, just skipped over to the page that had a break down of what every function was used for, and how to set them and that was it. Took me all of 10 minutes to input my personal data, and the next thing I know, I’m counting calories.

Just in case you don’t know, you must have the heart rate monitor on AND the stopwatch must be going in order for the calorie counter to work. I skipped over that part and was confused for a minute or two, but once I turned the stopwatch on, no worries.

Great watch, more user friendly than I expected it to be, and very durable.

4 Stars LOVE IT!
I love my Sigma HRM. When I asked my husband to help me with a workout plan, he stressed the importance of maintaining the heart rate. After researching several, I chose this one. I really like the calorie counter! It’s a bonus for me. This little jewel has been such a motivator for me.

The chest belt is comfortable and after a while you forget your wearing it. I like to wear mine all day after a workout to watch the calorie counter go up, up, up. The watch itself is a bit bulky for me but it’s not that bad. It’s funny.. my daughter or 3 knows mommy’s going to the gym when she sees my blue watch!

I love this product and would recommend it for anyone who wants to watch their progress!

1 Star Stopped working after 2 weeks
I bought this and was so please because it had exactly what I wanted and not too much jumble that I didn’t need. After about 2 weeks it stoppped reading my heart rate and would just display a “zero” for the heart rate. It became so frusterating because when there is no heart rate then it stops counting calories too. I’m returning it and finding another hrm.

1 Star Stopped working
I had the same experience as “Shopaholic.” After about two weeks, it just stopped working and displayed 0 for my heart rate. Currently in the process of returning the watch and hoping for a full refund. EDIT: I contacted the Niagara company who makes this product and they sent me a UPS shipping label to return the defective watch and are sending me a more expensive heart rate monitor watch at no extra charge. Pretty upset that the other watch didn’t work, but really happy with my customer service experience! Hoping the new watch works well!

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Polar RS300X Heart Rate Monitor Watch Orange

Running Watch Reviews — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 22:32:27 +0000

Polar RS300X Heart Rate Monitor Watch (Orange)

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Retail Price: $169.95

Amazon Price: $115.82

Now you can ensure that you have the proper training to give your body the burn it needs with the Polar RS300X Heart Rate Monitor Watch.

With its heart rate monitors and built in training zones, you would be able to create and customize your workout! Through these features of the RS 300X you would be able to easily adjust your pace and training intensity according to your body’s capabilities.

Want to know how your training stacks up with other runners?

Now you can easily find out through the RS300X easy to use computer connectivity features. The RS300X has built in compatibility with the Polar FlowLink device and software to allow you to easily transfer data from your training to your computer.

Now you can upload these data for analysis or even to show others just how good your training regimen is!

User Ratings and Reviews

4 Stars Great tool for success!
I bought this when I started losing weight to get a more accurate measure of my calorie burn since the machines in the gym always seem to be inflated! It has helped me ensure that my cardio puts me in the right heartrate zone and tracks my calorie burn for a week which lets me know if I am behind or ahead for weight loss that week so I can alter my program along the way! I love it!

5 Stars Wonderful Product
I purchased the Polar RS300X when I started my workout, and what a great idea it was. This watch is very easy to setup, and it really adds a lot to my workout. I love the way it tells you how many calories you burn in a single workout.

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Sports Instruments Fit 3 Heart Rate Monitor

Running Watch Reviews — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 05:06:14 +0000

Sports Instruments Fit 3 Heart Rate Monitor

The Sports Instruments Fit 3 Heart Rate Monitor is a good choice for anyone looking for a training tool for keeping fit and staying healthy.

The Fit 3 Heart Rate Monitors provide runners with a way to track their training data. They would be able to see their Heart Rates, track their distance travelled, and even learn about their pace during their training. It even has 3 separate training zones to ensure that you can find the proper training intensity that your body can handle.

The Fit 3 Heart Rate Monitor also features a chart mode that can help people track their previous work-outs. It would display results and you would be able to see if you are improving your running times through training.

The Sports Instruments Fit 3 Heart Rate Monitor also has a zoom feature that makes the display easier to read. This makes all your data much more easier to analyze and handle.

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User Ratings and Reviews

3 Stars nice HRM but the case breaks
nice HRM but the case breaks

i think they quit making them too

the ears that hold the band on, break

i have had 5 of them so far!

no, i am not doing anything special to make them break

on the other hand it is a very good HRM

you can just exercise and later see how much time you spent

in 3 separate zones

the zones are not changeable

they are

50-70% max

70-80

80-up

i like that better than having to set ‘training zones’ like all other HRMS

this one is different

i like the way it works better

if the cases were any good

they aren;t

both batteries are user replaceable

battery life is good

wle.

5 Stars Best HR monitor yet
I’ve been using the Sports Instruments Fit-3 Heart Rate monitor for about a month now and it’s proven to be great. I especially like the ‘zoom’ feature, making it easier to read. The ‘chart’ mode is great also as I can keep a record of past work-outs. I previously used another brand of HR monitor that was good, but this unit is great!

2 Stars Sports Instruments products were produced in 2003 or earlier
Sports Instruments (SI) was a Utah based company with 3-4 employees that was sold to Bell Sports in 2004 (and Bell Sports was later sold to Easton Sports in 2006). SI’s activities had slowed, and it is reasonable to believe that Sports Instruments Pro, Fit and ECG Heart Rate Wristwatches were last produced in 2003 or earlier. Products were made in Asia by a reputable factory.

Designer and competitive masters athlete Bill Corliss created products with an intelligently designed user interface that was easy to use. The Pro 7 and Pro 9 Hear Rate Wristwatches provided detailed and valuable data for the serious athlete. The Fit and the earlier ECG Fitness Heart Rate Wristwatches had fewer advanced features. The chest transmitter should work with most fitness equipment designed to work with the Polar standard.

If you buy an SI watch, you should know that the original batteries are at the end of their shelf life. Unless the seller has recently replaced batteries, you will quickly or immediately face the burden and cost of dealing with battery issues.

Replacing the watch batteries is too difficult for most consumers. Even a professional repair person must use care to maker certain that the parts are precisely returned to the original positions to maintain water resistance. Expect to pay $9-20 to have the watch battery replaced, and tell your repair person you want the product to keep its water resistance. The battery on the wireless chest transmitter may be less drained than the watch’s and is user replaceable, a nice feature. The chest transmitter’s CR2032 3-volt lithium battery should be available for under $4. Total outlay for 2 batteries: $13-24.

The Sports Instruments Pro, Fit and ECG products are closeouts with manufacturing dates of 2003 or earlier. If you are willing to deal with battery replacement issues, make certain that you get a good enough price to justify the added repair burdens … and that you get good information about how to obtain warranty service from a brand that is no longer produced.

4 Stars Works like charm
I have really enjoyed this product. As some have mentioned on this page i also experienced some issues with battery life. I sent in the product to the mfr (the warranty is for 2 years from purchase)the bater was replaced and I got it back within 2 days. Their service department was greatIt now works like a charm and I couldn’t be happier. I use it 5 times a week and have yet to see another monitor with the same features for the same amount of money.

1 Star DO NOT BUY THIS ITEM
Beware, I received this watch and it did not work, when I sent the inquiry to Infitinate Surplus, I never received a response. Wish I had read all the reviews prior to ordering and realized it had been manufactured in 2003!! The watch arrived DOA! Now Amazon says Infinite_Surplus has a policy that once an item has been opened, they will not take it back (Amazon should be ashamed of themselves for making people read the fine print of their re-sellers for shipping a product that doesn’t work, how are you supposed to find out it doesn’t work unless you open it????) In any event, this watch came in a box that had obviously been opened before and taped back shut. Now I think Amazon AND Infinite-Surplus are a huge rip-off

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Polar RS300X SD Heart Rate Monitor Watch with S1 Foot Pod Black

Running Watch Reviews — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 23:02:34 +0000

Polar RS300X SD Heart Rate Monitor Watch with S1 Foot Pod (Black)

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Retail Price: $249.95

Amazon Price: $149.95

Now you can ensure that you have the proper training to give your body the burn it needs with the Polar RS300X Heart Rate Monitor Watch.

This package even comes with the S1 Foot Pod to match your running needs.

Want to know how your training stacks up with other runners?

Now you can upload these data for analysis or even to show others just how good your training regimen is!

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User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars Suits all your needs
This watch is great, it gives you time, distance, pace and calories. This watch works for everyday workouts to long training runs – it is great!

3 Stars Works well. Footpod a little bulky and diplay a little hard to see.
The Polar RS300X works well. But the footpod is a little bulky compared to some others I’ve seen (specially the Nike+ one). The monitor has a lot of functions, but during workout is somehow difficult to read, as the numbers are thin and small, specially the pace. During the night it becomes really hard to use.

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Polar RS100 Black Running Series Heart Rate Monitor

Running Watch Reviews — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 17:01:45 +0000

Polar RS100 Heart Rate Monitor and Stopwatch

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Retail Price: $119.95

Amazon Price: $84.41

Runners looking for a simple but feature rich heart rate monitor would be thrilled with the capabilities of the Polar RS100 heart rate monitor

The RS100 is made with the needs of runners in mind. It packs functionalities perfect for entry level runners such as measuring your heart rate, automatically setting your heart rate aerobic zone, calories burned, and can record up to 99 lap/splits.

You would then be able to use all of these data into crafting the perfect training routine that your body needs.

All of these features are easily accessible through the Polar RS100 Heart Rate Monitors’ very easy to use controls. This makes it a great watch for people who are just starting to take their running training seriously.

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