Manage updates with the Download AppGarmin Forerunner 205
Manufacturer: Garmin Part number: 010-00466-00
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- Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 6 reviews
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- Form meets function with Garmin's next-generation, sleek and stylish personal trainer, the Forerunner 205. Don't let its good looks fool you. This taskmaster will continually push you to do your personal best. In addition to its new look, the Forerunner 205 includes a high sensitivity GPS receiver and new courses feature for optimal performance. Designed for athletes of ... Read more
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User reviews
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Cool features - but unreliable.
by krisciunas on August 29, 2006
Pros: Auto lap at distance or time intervals; customizable screens
Cons: Takes too long to find satellites; Horrible reliabilty -- 2 broke within 75 days
Summary: The Forerunner 205 is a great concept, but I seems more like a prototype than a released product.
The functionality is very good - tracking courses, distance, pace, time, speed, ...Summary: The Forerunner 205 is a great concept, but I seems more like a prototype than a released product.
The functionality is very good - tracking courses, distance, pace, time, speed, laps... about 20 parameters logged. Its got multiple training and history modes. The distance, time and auto lap functions were most useful. Screens are customizable.
It takes minutes to locate satellites. I realized that the sync time was shorter if I took the watch off and left it still on the ground outside while I stretched.
However I rate the unit so poorly because of reliability. My first unit died after about 2 weeks of use -- hissed then went dead. I got a replacement that lasted about 45 days, then the battery stopped working. The device says its charged, but goes blank as soon as I disconnect the charger.
Overall, this is a great concept, but it doesn't seem like the product is ready for prime time. I'm returning it and waiting for the next generation.3 out of 3 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Best exercise device I ever bought
by blackclawdog on March 12, 2006
Pros: Small, light, full of features, easy to use
Cons: Costs $249.
Summary: This is simply an amazing product. Since buying it, I am getting a much better workout running. First, I know exactly how far I have run, I can see what ...
Summary: This is simply an amazing product. Since buying it, I am getting a much better workout running. First, I know exactly how far I have run, I can see what my best mile pace was, it will keep a running pace for you. You can program a virtual running partner to keep pace with. It is not much bigger than a digital watch. The sync with the PC is very easy. All in all, a good way to make sure that you are honest with yourself about how you are running.
2 out of 3 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Awesome device that will aide you on your journey
by covolor on August 27, 2006
Pros: Great for getting on the fly information
Cons: Still loses signal from time to time
Summary: Well I never really wanted a GPS or any other kind of device to give me feed back.. Until I had a running buddy that had one. I found myself ...
Summary: Well I never really wanted a GPS or any other kind of device to give me feed back.. Until I had a running buddy that had one. I found myself always asking pace, time per mile, and so on.
I quickly became dependent on this information. It will aide you in becoming a better long distance runner. But here's what I don’t like so far:
The auto pause feature is nice, but every time you lose the satellite signal then it pauses. This doesn't sound like a big deal, but it leaves gaps and it doesn't count that into the over all mileage. I went on a 15.7 mile run and the device only counted 14 of it. This also could be due to a little user error on my part because it was the first time I ran with it.
All in all it’s a great device that can help you improve. The only thing is if you don't like knowing all your information then it's not for you (trust me, I still like and hate all the feed back). If you want to get off your normal trail or run and still count the miles, this product is for you.
When it really comes down to it, technology can't make you a better runner, you have to do it on your own. This can aide you on your journey of running and that's it.
I say if your looking for some feed back on the fly then this device will be great. But remember it can over count and under count. All in all I like the device and that’s why I purchased it to aide me in my long runs.1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Every runner on a tight budget should buy this watch
by CodeBrown20 on August 2, 2009
Pros: Once I have recieved the signal I have not lost it while running.
Will tell you really fast when you got lost on a premade course.
Keeps me motivated by following my progess on the computer.
Big screen easy to read.
Virtual runner is amazing.Cons: there is no heart rate monitor
You cannot use a foot pod
not wireless like the 405Summary: This product overall is a must buy for any runner on a budget. I don't know how I ran outside ever without it. It is like treadmill running without ...
Summary: This product overall is a must buy for any runner on a budget. I don't know how I ran outside ever without it. It is like treadmill running without the treadmill. It keeps my pace time distance and when I should finish.
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Good product. Poor Support
by ebassham on June 9, 2008
Pros: Lots of the features that I wanted
Cons: Tech Support will not respond
Summary: The Forerunner 205 wants to access the registry in Windows Vista and Vista will not let it. Tech Support will not respond with a fix for this problem. As a ...
Summary: The Forerunner 205 wants to access the registry in Windows Vista and Vista will not let it. Tech Support will not respond with a fix for this problem. As a result, I cannot use the Training Center.
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Not Mac friendly.....software for this watch
by videophooba on February 24, 2006
Pros: nice styling and features
Cons: Nor Mac Friendly software
Summary: In this day and age a company such as Garmin would know that some of their customers use Macs. Its a deal buster and makes the product less useful.
Summary: In this day and age a company such as Garmin would know that some of their customers use Macs. Its a deal buster and makes the product less useful.
2 out of 6 users found this user opinion helpful.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Garmin
- Part number: 010-00466-00
- Description: Form meets function with Garmin's next-generation, sleek and stylish personal trainer, the Forerunner 205. Don't let its good looks fool you. This taskmaster will continually push you to do your personal best. In addition to its new look, the Forerunner 205 includes a high sensitivity GPS receiver and new courses feature for optimal performance. Designed for athletes of all levels, this running partner and personal trainer has one goal in mind - a better you. It continuously monitors your speed, distance, pace and calories burned so you can train smarter, more effectively. It tracks your every move with a super-sensitive GPS that even works on tree-covered trails and near tall buildings. Receive a detailed post-workout analysis on the PC with included Training Center software.
General
- Packaged Quantity 1
- Recommended Use Running
- Included Software Garmin Training Center
- Accuracy Position - 33 ft,
Velocity - 0.16 ft/sec - Update Rate 1/second
- Features AutoLap,
Virtual Partner,
AutoPause,
Garmin Connect compatible Display
- Type LCD
- Resolution 160 x 100
Acquisition Times
- Hot 1 sec
- Warm 38 sec
- Cold 45 sec
Navigation
- Waypoints 100
- Routes 50
Battery
- Type Lithium ion
- Run Time (Up To) 10 hour(s)
Miscellaneous
- Protection Waterproof
- Waterproof Standard IPX7
- Included Accessories USB cable,
Wrist strap,
Charging cradle,
AC power adapter Dimensions & Weight
- Width 2.1 in
- Depth 2.7 in
- Height 0.7 in
- Weight 2.7 oz
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support 1 year warranty
Environmental Parameters
- Min Operating Temperature -4 °F
- Max Operating Temperature 140 °F
Manufacturer info
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- Manufacturer:Garmin
- Address:
1200 E. 151st St, Olathe, KS - Phone: 913-397-8200
- Fax: 913-397-8282
