Garmin Forerunner 305 GPS Personal Training Unit Reviews

Designed for athletes of all levels, this running partner and personal trainer has one goal in mind - a better you. Don't let its good looks fool you. This taskmaster will continually push you to do your personal best. The Forerunner 305 combines all of the popular features found in the 301 along with a high-sensitivity GPS receiver, a new "courses" feature and robust wireless heart rate monitor for optimal performance.

• Continuously monitors your heart rate, speed, distance, pace and calories burned so you can train smarter and more effectively
• Tracks your every move with a super-sensitive GPS that even works on tree-covered trails and near tall buildings
• Receive a detailed post-workout analysis on the PC with included Training Center software

• "Courses" feature lets you download recorded courses and compete against previous workouts
• Sleek, stylish, lightweight design that "wraps" the GPS antenna around part of the wrist for a better view of the sky, improving reception during training
• High-sensitivity GPS receiver provides faster acquisition times and improves tracking under trees and near tall buildings
• Robust wireless heart rate monitor with softer, more comfortable chest strap eliminates cross-talk with other devices and helps you train in your zone
• Customizable screens let you view up to 12 data fields on three data screens for immediate feedback on the information you need most when training
• Multi-sport capability lets you seamlessly transition between sports without resetting the unit, so you can use it for running, biking and more
• Easy to use no calibration required. Just turn it on and go.

• Auto Pause pauses and resumes training timer based on a specified speed, so you never have to start or stop the timer
• Auto Lap records lap data when you reach a specified time, distance or position, so you never have to punch the lap button
• Virtual Partner lets you train against a digital person at specified time, distance or pace goals
• AutoScroll cycles through data pages during a workout
• Monitor your pedaling cadence as you ride with the purchase of the GSC 10.