Sunday, April 24, 2011

Shop For Timex T5G751 Data Recorder 2


This product works as advertised. The associated software works as well. Thus I have no complaints about the product and therefore can recommend the purchasing of this product.

However, my intended use of this product was to work in conjunction with my Timex heart rate monitor, speedometer, and watch. Thus this data recorder is part of a larger system for collecting fitness data.

I went with Timex vs. some of there competitors in this space as the watch and HR monitor were gifts. Overall I have been pleased with the system (although the HR sensors went bad sooner than I thought they should). But the Timex philosophy was to keep the size of the watch unit relatively small so that it could be used as your day to day watch. Therefore the overall system is broken up into pieces (this data recorder being one.)

To use the overall system, you have to strap on the watch, the HR band, the GPS unit, and the data recorder. Then you have to get the system working and synched up with the watch prior to starting your workout. This process, while not painful, is not elegant. Thus I am not convinced this multi-unit approach is optimal.

Again, this unit (and the overall Timex fitness system) work as advertised. If you don't mind having several units strapped to yourself to generate and record your workout information, then this system is likely something you should consider purchasing. If you would prefer a single unit that is larger but more integrated, then keep looking.Get more detail about Timex T5G751 Data Recorder 2.

Thursday, April 21, 2011

Forerunner 405 Black Sport Watch W/ USB Ant Stick


I've loved having this watch. I really like knowing how fast and how far I've gone on my runs. The heart rate monitor is an added bonus. The GPS is always exactly accurate when compared to my car's odometer or when running on a track.

Some people have said they've had problems with the touch bezel when it gets wet or when hands are sweaty but I haven't had any trouble at all (not even when it was raining). It always works for me every time. I would recommend this watch to anybody - I love it.Get more detail about Forerunner 405 Black Sport Watch W/ USB Ant Stick.

Wednesday, April 20, 2011

Escali Primo 11-lb. Capacity Digital Scale - Pumpkin Orange Review


I love this scale. I use it every day. It scoots back and forth between grams and ounces with ease. It tares like a dream, which is great if you have to weigh something like meats - by weighing a bowl and then setting that to "0", you don't end up actually putting the raw beast on the scale (ick). And it's extremely intuitive and easy to operate. The funky, retro orange color is super-cute and looks great in my little kitchen (if that's your decor, I'd go with the 70s Pumpkin Orange over the Deer Hunter Orange option). It's small, and uses 2 common AA batteries (included!). I love being able to weigh portions instead of relying on measuring cups, and I have found some nutritional info serving sizes to be dead wrong (a serving will be "x grams or approx. x pieces", but if you weigh it, it's really far fewer pieces than suggested. Sneaky). Also, I have scone recipes from UK that list ingredients according to weight instead of volume. I'm psyched to finally be able to make the family scone recipe the correct way. This was a brilliant purchase, and I'm glad I got it. Get more detail about Escali Primo 11-lb. Capacity Digital Scale - Pumpkin Orange.

Sunday, April 17, 2011

RESPeRATE Ultra Blood Pressure Lowering Device, One User This instant


My wife and I tried it for about a week, and it does help you slow down your breathing rate and pulse somewhat. However, for what it does, the value for this item isn't anywhere near $400, it should be closer to $100-150. We ended up returning it.Get more detail about RESPeRATE Ultra Blood Pressure Lowering Device, One User.

Thursday, April 14, 2011

Timex Expedition WS4 Widescreen 4-Function Watch (Black/Orange) Immediately


First of all I love Timex -- this watch keeps time well, it's alarm works fine, all the usual time piece type stuff work fine. However those things are not the reason you would buy this watch, you buy it for the altimeter,barometer,thermometer, weather condition and compass right ? Well the altimeter was off -- the barometer was off- I was unable to adjust them -- the compass went haywire on me only once , thank god I was not in the back country and really needed it --the temperature ( the manuel says" it will be off by 10 degrees") mine was off by 12 - 15 degrees , it recommends it be worn on your belt- if you want an accurate reading- ON YOUR BELT-- IT'S A WRISTWATCH. The weather conditions well if the other settings don't work that feature didn't have a chance . I gave it time, I played with it, I wanted it to work but will listen to reviews more carefully next time.Get more detail about Timex Expedition WS4 Widescreen 4-Function Watch (Black/Orange).