Technology: Gadgets by Stephanie M. Roy JUNE 2010 ISSUE 72
GARMIN
Edge® 500 This lightweight GPS cycling device is suitable for dedicated cyclist. The Edge 500 is filled with data and accurately keeps track of speed, location, distance and elevation. Simply attach this piece of equipment to the handlebars or stem of your bikes, power it own, wait to acquire GPS satellites and then you’re off. The HotFix satellite prediction feature calculates the biker’s position even faster. No matter the terrain, the Edge 500 tracks altitude, calories burned, time, distance, climb and descent. The device’s biometric altimeter pinpoints elevation changes. There’s a USB cable included that allows cyclists to connect the Edge to their computers to analyze their performances. Weighing in at two ounces, the Edge 500 has up to 18 hours of battery life. Retail Price: 249.99 (USD)
Sporting goes the way of the GPS
Forerunner® 310XT The water-resistant device is a tri-athlete’s dreamcome-true. The GPS systems not only tracks run data and biking routes, but it also functions to 50 meters underwater. With over 20 hours of battery life, this device sends all data and information from workout sessions back to your computer. Your position is tracked precisely as the GPS satellite data records pace, distance and heart rate. Because of the inbuilt HotFix satellite prediction, the Forerunner 310XT can acquire your movements near tall buildings and other structures. The device is easily transferrable from bike to wrist and weighs only 2.5 ounces. Retail Price 349.99 (USD)
Approach® G5 Quite possibly every golfer’s secret weapon. Not only is it waterproof and durable, but also depending on where you are, the Approach G5 is pre-loaded with thousands of golf course maps. The high-sensitivity GPS measures individual shot distances and shows the exact distance to greens, hazards and fairways. The G5 eliminates much of the guesswork from the game of golf while it automatically updates your position as you move around the course. Should you travel to the United States or Canada, the G5 is preloaded with over 13,000 courses and is being updated daily. Retail Price: 449.99 (USD) For more information, visit www.garmin.com
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