While we liked the heart-rate monitor, the alarms, the timers, and all the nifty data you can collect and upload to your PC, we didn't like the altimeter. Altitude measurement in the t6 is based on barometric pressure, a fairly standard practice in sports watches today, but that means that changes in air temperature and barometric pressure might record different readings without your actually changing your altitude. While Suunto recommends resetting the reference altitude before each exercise session, long-distance marathoners might do well to disregard this data altogether. Also, this model lacks a compass, though that may not be a deal breaker, depending on your sport.
Support options include a very robust FAQ on the Suunto site or sending e-mail inquiries. Because Suunto is located in Finland, telephone technical support isn't available in the United States.
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