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I'm looking for something to that keeps track of my running speed and distance. Maybe a watch or foot pod. Something that keeps track on my distance and speed. I should be able to connect it to my PC via USB and maybe comes with software and lets me see progress or past date data. Looking to spend no more than $100. Perhaps maybe a GPS devices that records my data and lets me access it on the web. I need someone accurate as I am preparing for the Army Ranger!
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Ok, ranger, If you already have an iPod nano, iPod touch, or an iPhone, the answer is easy. A nike + sensor. If you have a nano you also need the receiver. You don' t have to use nike shoes. You can buy a little pouch or do it your self. www.youtube.com/watch?v=VbjB0qp1ioM
It's not that accurate - but no foot pods are. but it can be calibrated. I've gotten mine to as low as 2% error. but 5% is more like the average.
The only GPS watch that I know of that's under a hundred is the Timex Marathon. But look for a Garmin in Craig's list or eBay. the 305 is a little dated and it will be a little slow to find satellites but has every feature you'll ever need (including a HRM) and lots of accessories. the 405 is a newer and faster and you might be able to get a good deal on one.
I think Nike has the best web site. But Garmin's is very good. I don't know what kind timex has.
GPS will give you more accurate results for distance. Foot pods will give you a more accurate speed and they work indoors. Oh and nano's will play music, too.
Ok, ranger, If you already have an iPod nano, iPod touch, or an iPhone, the answer is easy. A nike + sensor. If you have a nano you also need the receiver. You don' t have to use nike shoes. You can buy a little pouch or do it your self. www.youtube.com/watch?v=VbjB0qp1ioM
It's not that accurate - but no foot pods are. but it can be calibrated. I've gotten mine to as low as 2% error. but 5% is more like the average.
The only GPS watch that I know of that's under a hundred is the Timex Marathon. But look for a Garmin in Craig's list or eBay. the 305 is a little dated and it will be a little slow to find satellites but has every feature you'll ever need (including a HRM) and lots of accessories. the 405 is a newer and faster and you might be able to get a good deal on one.
I think Nike has the best web site. But Garmin's is very good. I don't know what kind timex has.
GPS will give you more accurate results for distance. Foot pods will give you a more accurate speed and they work indoors. Oh and nano's will play music, too.
Have you ever bought expensive gear and then find out later something cheaper works better?
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In regards to Reels- No.
I've never purchased an expensive reel and said- "Dang! This Steez, (Lamson, Abel, Stradic), just doesn't "do it" for me like that Shimano FX series, (lol).
However, when it comes to rods, I've learned that even the MOST expensive rods will break- Murphys Law states- "The more you pay for a fishing rod, the more likely you will break it."
That's where warranties become very helpful. (But, I understand GF's views- a broken rod on tourney day can "jinx" you and put you in a bad mood- killing your momentum!)
I've got expensive rods, but here lately, I've been buying "cheaper" ones and wearing them out within a season. My cheapest set of rods comes in at $60 and they do a fine job without breaking the bank, (Fenwick "Iron Hawk" from Gander Mt- the Medium Heavy is very nice).
I have not purchased the Berkley Shock yet but I've dinked around with it at the store. In my opinion, they would def be "worthy" for a season of fishing.
I'm real hard on my rods. After catching over 1000 fish on a Flippin' Stick you begin to worry.....esp on T-day, (lol).
Wet Weather Gear??- A Goretex suit beats the pants off a "poncho"! (lol)
Lures & tackle?? The cheaper the better! Thank you Ebay! A "used" lure catches JUST as many fish as a new one does. You should see the prices on Fly's PT.......Even if they are "horse-shite" made fly's and only hold up to 1-2 fish, at those low prices you can afford to throw them away.
Hooks??- Always get Owner, Gamakatsu, Daiichi. If your using 'ole Eagle Claw your missin' strikes!
Electronics's- YES! When I was a young lad and Humminbird hit the scene with it's "3D" fish finder I was "mesmerized". Three DDD's! Holy Smokes! I saved up $650 and thought I'd be in "electronics's heaven".
Then "grey-scale" came out, ( Lowrance got rid of graph paper and did the "grey thing"). And then Garmin hit hard with their product's. Within 4-5 years my View looked perty "dim", (lol). I realized the 3D was a gimmick and didn't "really" give you any better view.
Word of advice guys/gals, (which I learned the hard way)- Unless you MAINLY angle in waters OVER 20 FT don't concern yourself with $1000 fishfinders! Yes! They are cool to watch and if your Offshore fishing or Reef fishing in saltwater they are a must. But if your a typical "lake" angler spend your money elsewhere. A low-mid level Finder is really all you need!
Push Poles- YES! I made a KILLER push-pole out of a fiberglass & aluminum "painter's roller pole" from Home Depot. If your EVER in need of a push pole and don't have $200-$300 for a "top of the line" PP, GO to Home Depot, Ace Hardware, Etc and look in the painter's section. They run about $60-$80, and work Well! Just bolt a piece of "V-shaped" , heavy-walled, PVC on the end and your SET! (Brandon, you know what I'm talking about I'll bet?)
Well, I guess I could go On and ON- Rambling! Needless to say, my abbreviated answer would be "YES- on occasion".
In regards to Reels- No.
I've never purchased an expensive reel and said- "Dang! This Steez, (Lamson, Abel, Stradic), just doesn't "do it" for me like that Shimano FX series, (lol).
However, when it comes to rods, I've learned that even the MOST expensive rods will break- Murphys Law states- "The more you pay for a fishing rod, the more likely you will break it."
That's where warranties become very helpful. (But, I understand GF's views- a broken rod on tourney day can "jinx" you and put you in a bad mood- killing your momentum!)
I've got expensive rods, but here lately, I've been buying "cheaper" ones and wearing them out within a season. My cheapest set of rods comes in at $60 and they do a fine job without breaking the bank, (Fenwick "Iron Hawk" from Gander Mt- the Medium Heavy is very nice).
I have not purchased the Berkley Shock yet but I've dinked around with it at the store. In my opinion, they would def be "worthy" for a season of fishing.
I'm real hard on my rods. After catching over 1000 fish on a Flippin' Stick you begin to worry.....esp on T-day, (lol).
Wet Weather Gear??- A Goretex suit beats the pants off a "poncho"! (lol)
Lures & tackle?? The cheaper the better! Thank you Ebay! A "used" lure catches JUST as many fish as a new one does. You should see the prices on Fly's PT.......Even if they are "horse-shite" made fly's and only hold up to 1-2 fish, at those low prices you can afford to throw them away.
Hooks??- Always get Owner, Gamakatsu, Daiichi. If your using 'ole Eagle Claw your missin' strikes!
Electronics's- YES! When I was a young lad and Humminbird hit the scene with it's "3D" fish finder I was "mesmerized". Three DDD's! Holy Smokes! I saved up $650 and thought I'd be in "electronics's heaven".
Then "grey-scale" came out, ( Lowrance got rid of graph paper and did the "grey thing"). And then Garmin hit hard with their product's. Within 4-5 years my View looked perty "dim", (lol). I realized the 3D was a gimmick and didn't "really" give you any better view.
Word of advice guys/gals, (which I learned the hard way)- Unless you MAINLY angle in waters OVER 20 FT don't concern yourself with $1000 fishfinders! Yes! They are cool to watch and if your Offshore fishing or Reef fishing in saltwater they are a must. But if your a typical "lake" angler spend your money elsewhere. A low-mid level Finder is really all you need!
Push Poles- YES! I made a KILLER push-pole out of a fiberglass & aluminum "painter's roller pole" from Home Depot. If your EVER in need of a push pole and don't have $200-$300 for a "top of the line" PP, GO to Home Depot, Ace Hardware, Etc and look in the painter's section. They run about $60-$80, and work Well! Just bolt a piece of "V-shaped" , heavy-walled, PVC on the end and your SET! (Brandon, you know what I'm talking about I'll bet?)
Well, I guess I could go On and ON- Rambling! Needless to say, my abbreviated answer would be "YES- on occasion".
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