Monday, December 31, 2012

Shop For FatTrack PRO Digital Body Fat Management System with FREE Composition Tracker Body Fat Tracking Software


I was a little weary after some of the negative reviews I read here and was worried about the accuracy and overall consistency of the results given by the FatTrack. I've even resorted to taking the same measurements and readings three times just to be sure that the readings were resonably accurate.
However, my fears were totally unfounded. The product gives consistent results time and time again with little deviation (other than accounting for fat loss or fat gain of course).
I would suggest that those having problems with inconsistent results should ensure that they test themselves at the same time each day.Get more detail about FatTrack PRO Digital Body Fat Management System with FREE Composition Tracker Body Fat Tracking Software.

Sunday, December 30, 2012

Low Price Polar S-Series Cadence Sensor


My attempt to purchase this item was curtailed by the fact that it can't be shipped to me. But the speed sensor can?
I'd have to rate a product that a supplier refuses to sell to me as 0 stars.Get more detail about Polar S-Series Cadence Sensor.

Thursday, December 27, 2012

Save Polar RS200sd Heart Rate Monitor Watch (Black)


This is a good entry level watch for a runner that wants to follow their HR during runs. The watch is only moderately complex. The numbers are legible. The basic kit comes with a strap, the sd kit comes with the footpod.

You really need to buy into the HR zones to get the full function of this watch. Otherwise, it may be a bit of overkill. The polar website has some additional instructions that help with this.Get more detail about Polar RS200sd Heart Rate Monitor Watch (Black).

Wednesday, December 26, 2012

Discount MABIS Healthcare Fetal Stethoscope, 29", Black


I didn't have huge expectations for this because of the price, but I was hoping for something helpful. I could barely hear my own heartbeat (didn't hear baby's at all), which comes through loud and clear with a cheap stethoscope or BebeSounds monitor. Very disappointed, returned it.Get more detail about MABIS Healthcare Fetal Stethoscope, 29", Black.

Sunday, December 16, 2012

Cheapest Salter 9109 Stainless Steel Body Fat and Body Water Scale


This scale, like all other digital scales I've used, varies about a pound or two between readings, but that's not really a big deal. I learned in chemistry that it's a good idea to take three readings and use the average. Typically I get two identical readings out of three and I'm happy to take the identical readings as my weight.

I really like the fat and water readings built in, as well as the multiple memory locations (up to 10) so that up to 10 can see if they are gaining or losing. A small signal is sent through the body (if you have a pacemaker, don't use this) to determine body fat; body electrical resistance is measured to determine hydration.

Salter is well-known for accurate scales and this one is no exception; plus it's sleek looking and so thin that my bathroom door will open over it so it's not in the way of the door, no matter where I put it.

Max capacity is 350 lbs. I had no problem reading the clear display of weight, fat, and water. Set up (programming) for three people was easy and quick. I like it. Get more detail about Salter 9109 Stainless Steel Body Fat and Body Water Scale.

Thursday, December 13, 2012

Cheap Thinklabs ds32a Digital Stethoscope


Initially , it was great. I was very happy with it. but I noticed after 5 months, it would often have a very dampened sound eventhough the sound amplifier is turned out and battery is not old. It is also difficult to put in a coat side pocket. That aspect is manageable as I work in a clinic and in the hospital setting but very disatisfied with the sound quality after 5 months of use.Get more detail about Thinklabs ds32a Digital Stethoscope.

Wednesday, December 12, 2012

Buying Suunto Universal Bike Pod Wireless Transmitter


Pairing the pod is a little tricky. I tried using a magnet from my old speedometer, and it did not work. The problem is that you'll need to activate the pod before you can pair it to the watch (by simply turning the weel), and there is no indication whether that indeed worked. Documentation is a little brief. I choose to mount it on my rear wheel, and I mounted it upside down so the pod was closer to the magnet. I have no clue if these are the best choices, but it works now and since it is connected to the bike with tie-wraps I am not going to change it. Despite this, the setup was actually pretty quick, and it worked without problem for the few rides I did after installing it.

A "Wristop Computer Bike Adaptor" is included, this is a piece of plastic that fits around the handlebars, and you can mount the wristwatch on this piece of plastic. Simple but effective, except that this design was not made for oversized handlebars (31.8 clamp size), that are found on newer and/or higher end bikes. It still works, but it does not look pretty.

The screen of the T3 that I use gets a little crowded, and the numbers are small. You could buy a separate bike computer for less money, and have bigger numbers for easier readout. However, I like this bikepod, because there is very little stuff attached to the bike. Another advantage is that the stats are included on the wristwatch.Get more detail about Suunto Universal Bike Pod Wireless Transmitter.