- Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 4 reviews Back to product review
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User reviews
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3 out of 3 people found this review helpful
5.0 stars
"I love it. The Forerunner is the new I-Pod for runners."
Pros: You can go for a run on a whim and not worry about getting back home. The GPS takes you back to start. I had the NIke Plus application that hooks up to your I-POD - but the Forerunner 405 has better cal/HR/MPH etc.. and I can wear it with Asics:)
Cons: It takes a little getting used to. I recommend reading the manual and watching the demonstration video on www.garmin.com
Summary: For the novis runner or jogger - this is a gr... read more
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0.5 stars
"Whatever you do don't DROP it!!!!"
Pros: Excellent functionality in a running watch. You couldn't ask for more.
Cons: I dropped it when I undid the clip after a heavy session. It fell straight off my wrist and because of the weighting of the watch it landed face first and cracked the screen. $150 to repair. No warranty for dropping.
Summary: It has great functionality but it's not a run... read more
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1.5 stars
"Major problem if it gets wet"
Pros: Works great for gathering data as long at it is not wet
Cons: You cannot use this for multi-sport. If the bezel gets wet, the unit will lock up. Wet from sweat alone will cause this problem.
Summary: Garmin was very unsupportive of my problem. ... read more
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5.0 stars
Pros: Easy to use
Small and lightweight
Digits are easy to read while running
Backlight is bright.
Great data after the run inclulding Google Map of the run along with pace data for all points along the routeCons: The initial setup was not as smooth as it should have been.
It does take a bit of time to find all the satelights.Summary: The initial setup was a bit rocky. Initially,... read more
Where to buy
Garmin Forerunner 405 (black):
$299.95 - $349.99
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