Garmin Forerunner 201 Wrist-Mounted GPS Fitness Computer
Manufacturer: Garmin
Average Rating: 4.0
List Price: $167.99
Offer Price: Too low to display
58 used & new
Technical Details
Waterproof, wrist-mounted training device/GPS receiver for tracking lap times, distance, and calories burned
Integrated GPS receiver displays your progress on favorite routes and saves up to 100 locations
Virtual Partner mode sets time, pace, and distance goals and races you against digital competitor
History function breaks down workout statistics by day or cumulative weeks; includes serial PC interface
Adjustable wristband and AC desktop charger; measures 3.26 x 1.71 x 9.69 inches (W x H x D); 1-year warranty
Product Description
Product Description
Garmin Forerunner 201 GPS Training Assistant - The Forerunner 201 offers athletes an easy-to-read display, ergonomic wristband, and integrated GPS sensor that provides precise speed, distance, and pace data. It's a compact, lightweight, accurate training assistant with performance tracking, auto-lap, auto-pause and more. The Forerunner 201 is easy to use right out of the box and delivers the benefits of GPS technology at an affordable price. Working out with the Forerunner 201 means you're never alone in your personal training, because the unit provides a Virtual Partner. This unique feature allows you to set your training goal by configuring your Virtual Partner's pace and workout distance. You'll get a graphic perspective of your performance by viewing your pace in relation to your Virtual Partner's pace, so you can always see at a glance if you're keeping up or falling behind. Includes - Wrist strap, AC Charger
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Customer Reviews
Decent Watch for Reasonable Price
Rating: 4 (2008-11-03)
This is a great watch for stepping up your training regimen. It can sometimes be a little off in calculating pace and distance - but not that much. It has a bad rap for not holding a GPS signal, but I haven't lost a signal yet (having run over 60 miles last month with it).
If your'e looking for something with uncanny accuracy, this might not be the best watch for you. (I run a set course, and the watch will record the distance in a range of 5.5 - 5.95 miles - even though I'm running the exact same route). Also, the auto pause feature can be a bit tricky as it will keep timing after you have stopped or not start right away after you start running again.
Overall, though, I'm glad I've got it, and it's helping me get faster.
Garmin Forerunner 201
Rating: 5 (2008-10-21)
Entry level watch but it does all I want and alot more! Owner's manual easy to read, easy to find numerous functions available. Especially like the 'custom' screen I can select w/ any 3 functions, ie distance, current pace, avg pace (my favorite) but could be any 3 I choose. I still haven't fully utilized the watch. For the price difference I like the recharger, better than buying/disposing batteries.
MNWolf
Rating: 5 (2008-10-12)
I gave my wife one of these a few years back. We found I was borrowing it so much that we ordered a second one. It's great for monitoring running or biking endeavors. My wife used it in a marathon and loved it.
Garmin Forerunner 201
Rating: 3 (2008-09-30)
Worked well in wide open spaces but easily lost GPS signal if running on trails or in city. Also, battery stopped charging after 11 months. Would've expected more longevity but not a bad product for someone trying a GPS for the first time.
hard to charge after a while
Rating: 4 (2008-09-22)
I am absolutely addicted to my Forerunner 201. After a year or so, the contacts became worn off, so it was difficult to charge. I owned mine for almost two years and it has died completely on me. I miss it.