Posts Tagged ‘Alarms’

Humminbird HDR 610 In Dash Depth Sounder w Transom Mount Transducer

Monday, May 24th, 2010

Humminbird HDR 610 In Dash Depth Sounder w Transom Mount Transducer




Exclusive bottom tracking technology delivers precise depth readings at speeds up to 70 mph. Humminbird digitals are completely waterproof with easy-to-read, large backlit LCD displays. Features include shallow and deep alarms and keel offset. 200 kHz, 20 cone angle. 600 max. depth. 21/2″ dia. x 43/4″D. Standard mount in 21/8″ opening. Includes white and black faceplates and bezels.

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Suunto Universal Bike Pod Wireless Transmitter

Monday, April 19th, 2010

Suunto Universal Bike Pod Wireless Transmitter




Engineered by Mavic, the Suunto Bike POD turns your Suunto t3, Suunto t4 or Suunto t6 into a wireless bike computer with current and average speeds, distance and interval alarms.

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5 Stars Suunto Universal Bike Pod wireless Transmitter
The Suunto bike pod is easy to install in a few minutes, and worked, as advertised, paired with the Suunto T3, Training Effects/Heart Rate monitor. Unlike other wireless cycling computers used in the past, the Suunto bike pod does not require micro positioning on the bike and continues to send reliable signals to the Suunto T3, even in bad weather and over rough terrain. Although bike pod includes provisions for mounting the Suunto T3 on the handle bars, this configuration is not required for use. The Suunto T3 is a wrist-worn training effects and heart rate monitor, and works fine when worn on either the left or right wrist, receiving wireless signals from the bike pod as well as the Suunto heart rate transmitter worn around the chest.

1 Star 3 months and still not working
I bought this product in January but did not try to use it right away. I waited until I bought a new bike then began my unsuccessful attempts to use this product. If you buy this product, be aware it is tricky to pair. I followed the instructions, but never saw the “paired” message that indicated it was successful. After several attempts to contact their “24hr” service phone (which is NOT open after 5pm EST Friday until Monday), I talked to someone there who told me it was seemingly paired because I was able to get the Speed/Distance mode on my T3 to display. I thought Great! but when I went to try to test it out, it does not actually read any speed/distance data. So it was back to the phones (after waiting *another* weekend). This time it there were no answers and I was told I had to go online and create a service request (and register the product for warranty). So I am attempting to do so, but the product warranty registration requires a serial number which is not labeled on the product (though I have tried some 20 odd combinations of the numbers/letters that are printed on the POD, all unsuccessfully). So I am going to have to try to call again. I won’t even mention the “ask a question” I filled out some 3 weeks ago on their website which has not been responded to. I’ll update this review if I *ever* get a working product.

4 Stars it works and is flexible for various bikes
The main advantage of this over other units that work with Suunto is that this is the only one that will actually work with all bicycles because it simply zip ties to the front fork. The other two units that work with Suunto are more elegant but do not work with all bike set ups.

The only concern is that the plastic looks brittle, but I have it on a mountain bike and have not had a problem with durability yet.

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Timex Ironman T5H431 Triathlon 30 Lap Watch

Wednesday, November 25th, 2009

Timex Ironman T5H431 Triathlon 30 Lap Watch




It may be inconceivable that any watch would be expected to function while its owner swims 2.4 miles, bikes 112, and runs 26.2 miles. But this watch was made to excel in such conditions. This watch is packed with features for the most extreme of athletes, including a 30-lap recall monitor, occasion mode reminder, timer, three alarms, day-date-month calendar, and, most importantly, a large digital display and quick drying resin band. The bezel of this rugged watch is resin, and the case is stainless steel. The watch is water resistant to 330 feet (100 meters), has digital quartz movement, and is covered by a 1-year manufacturer’s warranty.

User Ratings and Reviews

4 Stars Good watch
Bought this watch for my husband. He is really rough on watches so I usually end up buying him 1-2 a year. I bought him this identical watch last year and it ended up getting destroyed while he was playing basketball. The start/stop button fell off, so did the piece on the back that holds the strap flat. If it didn’t fall apart I would have given it 5 starts. If you aren’t rough on watches then this watch should last a long time.

4 Stars Stellar Watch Great Value
This watch is great. Awesome Value. The flix doesn’t work so great. you have to jolt your wrist for it to work. The 3 time zones are great and it has 3 alarms. I would 100% reccomened this watch. All the value at a cheap price!

5 Stars Ironman Triathlon 30 Lap Traditional
Great watch for the price. Easy to see the numerals, even with my bad eyes.

5 Stars Ironman Triathlon 30-Lap
I have used Ironman watches for over 20 years and they just keep getting better. They have always been very accurate (to within 1 or 2 seconds a month). They also have all the features you could ever want for training. This version has some other really nice features like the “occasion” reminder so you don’t miss your girlfriend’s birthday or your anniversary. It also has three alarms that can be set for either daily, week day only or weekend only. It also has three time zones which may be a little overkill - I only use two - local and UTC (GMT). The Indiglo feature on this watch is very cool - the numbers light up while the background goes black. The Flix feature is also knida nice - it activates the Indiglo with the flick of your wrist. All-in-all, a great watch!

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