Garmin Forerunner 310XT GPS Review
Posted on: August 25, 2011
Finally, a GPS-enabled training device that isn't afraid of the water. The rugged Forerunner 310XT is the triathlete's indispensable training tool--a GPS-enabled, swim-proof trainer that tracks bike and run data and sends it wirelessly to your computer. This multi-sport device has up to 20 hours of battery life, tracks distance, pace and heart rate (optional), and goes from wrist to bike in seconds.
Garmin Forerunner 310XT is a GPS receiver designed exclusively for the multi sport athletes or triathlete's to be more precise. This is the first of its kind GPS training device which can categorize multisport activities in one workout and can accordingly log the transition times.
This GPS receiver is marvelous in terms of being waterproof. It can bear the under water depth up to 50 meters. The battery technology used is Lithium ion and can go up to 20 hours without being required to recharge.
The Garmin Forerunner 310XT GPS review specifies the receiver is equipped with audio signal and vibration alerts, so that you can keep the track of your milestones without even having to look at the receiver. This way you can keep the track of time without losing your focus or getting distracted from the sport.
The stunning looks of the receiver is enhanced by the black and orange color combination used. It makes an impression to mark the true sportsman spirit in you. The digital monochrome display is very clear.
Distinguished Features of Garmin Forerunner 310XT GPS:
1. Targeted for the use of multi sports person.
2. Is available with or without the heart rate monitor. A soft strap heart rate monitor can be worn under your swimsuit to track the transition time.
3. Waterproof up to 50 meters.
4. Uses ANT+Sport Technology for the wireless transmission of the data from the receiver to the computer.
5. The device features inbuilt software to keep the estimate of distance covered while swimming and measure the average swimming speed. Just enable the swim mode and press start, now you can track your swimming performance as well.
6. Easy release bike mount helps the effortless transition from wrist to bike making the transition between the sports quicker.
With Garmin Forerunner 310XT GPS now you can run, sync, share and save data in a smart and hassle free. The GPS is ranked 4.5 out of 5 star by the Gadget Review and is a must buy for multisport athletes to track positions, distance and pace effortlessly from one sports to another.