Any Runners On Here??

[GrumpyGregry]

Here's another question, do runners let on to each other in the same way that cyclists do?

Just wondering as when I was out tonight I passed a couple of guys going in the opposite direction without any acknowledgement.

They let on EXACTLY like cyclists. (Some do, some don't)

And you know you must not acknowledge the existence of any runner in headphones right?

 

[GrumpyGregry]

tbh it were a bit too warm this morning

to be running in a bandana and top hat and two layers...

 

[stephec]

Does anyone use a Garmin Fore Runner?

The reason I ask is that at the moment I have an Edge 705 bike GPS that I stick in one of those strap to you arm mobile phone pouches, trouble is that because it's universal case it flaps around a bit as it isn't a custom fit.

I was looking at a review of a Fore Runner 405 that said it would pick up a GPS signal within a few minutes as if that was quite impressive, so if that's the case is there any reason for me to invest in one of these as well?

 

[stephec]

From experience some do, some don't. A bit like cyclists I guess.

They let on EXACTLY like cyclists. (Some do, some don't)

And you know you must not acknowledge the existence of any runner in headphones right?

Thanks, more do I don't I complications then.

Glad I don't wear headphones as well.

 

[Richard A Thackeray]

Does anyone use a Garmin Fore Runner?

I have a 305, one of the older models.
Whilst being quite bit, it does most of what I want it to do - when I wear it, which is rare nowadays
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Garmin-Forerunner-305-Wrist-Worn-Personal/dp/B000FMQ296[/QUOTE]

 

[stephec]

I have a 305, one of the older models.
Whilst being quite bit, it does most of what I want it to do - when I wear it, which is rare nowadays
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Garmin-Forerunner-305-Wrist-Worn-Personal/dp/B000FMQ296[/QUOTE]

Thanks Richard, it's the GPS finding times I found a bit off putting as I didn't fancy standing on my doorstep for a few minutes while it hunts around.

My edge 705 usually takes less than thirty seconds and I can be on my way.

 

[GrumpyGregry]

Does anyone use a Garmin Fore Runner?

The reason I ask is that at the moment I have an Edge 705 bike GPS that I stick in one of those strap to you arm mobile phone pouches, trouble is that because it's universal case it flaps around a bit as it isn't a custom fit.

I was looking at a review of a Fore Runner 405 that said it would pick up a GPS signal within a few minutes as if that was quite impressive, so if that's the case is there any reason for me to invest in one of these as well?

I use Forerunner 410, which I bought used off fleabay, as my wrist watch and day-to-day running/biking HRM.

I've also still got my old 305 which I use for pacing because the display is bigger (I can't read the 410 in 3 data field mode without my glasses on.)

The 305 requires the "satellite dance" to be performed before starting a run. The 410 finds them indoors round ours and outdoors does so in seconds flat. No little dance on the doorstep. Much better than the 305.

 

[GrumpyGregry]

Thanks, more do I don't I complications then.

Glad I don't wear headphones as well.

I do. When running on my own, it drowns out the shouted insults from the other runners who pass me along the way

 

[flatflr]

I started with a Camelbak to add weight for running but have moved on to a Nathan Zelos, holds 2L in a bladder and a bottle at the front which I find really comfortable and doesn't move around anything like as much as the Camelbak.

have also started using a Garmin Forerunner 15, much better for running than the Edge 510 that I used to keep in one of the pockets.

All good kit, just a shame that I've hit a plateau of 11 miles (but I do managed that twice and a bit more a week).

 

[Flying_Monkey]

Last race of the season today. A 10k in near zero degrees C and an evil north wind. I have hardly been running at all recently, so 41.19 and 15th (3rd in my age group) was about what I deserved. I should be running well under 40. I was really only taking part to make sure I secured my 2nd place in the club's final age-group standings (40-49) and 8th place overall. Which I did. Now I have to make some decisions about what I'm doing next year (more triathlon or not? go for a full marathon or not? etc.) and get going on my winter training routine before I sink into total laziness. And it's only 2 months until our first run of next season, the 'Resolution Run' on January 3rd...

 

[Ian A]

Thanks, more do I don't I complications then.

This is common fore lots of things. I ride a motorbike and it's exactly the same as cycling but with nods. Sometimes style of bike plays into effect too, just like cycling.

 

[Monsieur Remings]

A day off and what with my dad taking care of the boy, I took a 30.3 km hike this morning down the Strawberry Line with a little help from my new Camelbak. The subtle combination of Goa trance on the iPod, Zipvit energy gels and my newish Gel Cumulus 16s (awesome footwear I'm just beginning to appreciate) made for a pleasant rain-free jog in preparation for something 12 km longer early next year.

I had soup on the table when I got back thanks to my Nan and a measure of some of my new-found recovery material - Raw Hemp Seed Protein with oat milk - and then a gert' lush 20 minutes in the jacuzzi at the gym. Love it.

All I need now is an Ultimate Direction portable race urinal... and I'll be away!

 

[Richard A Thackeray]

It was 'Nostell Priory ParkRun' #15 on Saturday morning

I certainly didn't feel like it this morning, as I had a sore right ankle, & the left knee was playing up
Plus, I was blowing like a good'un, as I slowly ran from the car-park to the gathering area

Made a slow start, just in the top-20, for the first mile, then felt like I was blowing

Managed, somehow(?!), to get 16th/108 @ 22:05


http://www.parkrun.org.uk/nostellpriory/results/weeklyresults/?runSeqN umber=15

Thanks Richard, it's the GPS finding times I found a bit off putting as I didn't fancy standing on my doorstep for a few minutes while it hunts around.

My edge 705 usually takes less than thirty seconds and I can be on my way.

if I am using it from home, after turning it on, I'll leave it on a garden table to acquire a signal whilst I lock door/put shoes on

Just had a look at it, & have it set up with the following screens (rarely use HRM function)

1. Stopwatch, average pace, distance, time of day
2. Heart-rate, calories, best pace, paused time
3. Present pace, climbed feet, lap-distance

it's not the smallest watch, as the attached picture shows, but for the price I paid at the time (about 3 years ago?), I was happy!! - about £95!!!!! (think I was just lucky on Amazon)

DVD case for size-comparison (chosen as he's a 'man of the moment')

 

[Monsieur Remings]

Does anyone use a Garmin Fore Runner?

The reason I ask is that at the moment I have an Edge 705 bike GPS that I stick in one of those strap to you arm mobile phone pouches, trouble is that because it's universal case it flaps around a bit as it isn't a custom fit.

I was looking at a review of a Fore Runner 405 that said it would pick up a GPS signal within a few minutes as if that was quite impressive, so if that's the case is there any reason for me to invest in one of these as well?

Yep, use the basic 110 and it's a great bit of kit; uploading is easy enough and would recommend.

 

[smutchin]

Does anyone use a Garmin Fore Runner?
The reason I ask is that at the moment I have an Edge 705 bike GPS that I stick in one of those strap to you arm mobile phone pouches, trouble is that because it's universal case it flaps around a bit as it isn't a custom fit.
I was looking at a review of a Fore Runner 405 that said it would pick up a GPS signal within a few minutes as if that was quite impressive, so if that's the case is there any reason for me to invest in one of these as well?

It's rare that my 405CX takes as long as "a few minutes" to find a signal. It's usually no more than about 20-30 seconds, but it can be affected by things like being in a built-up area, or being in a different location to where I last used it (GPS devices tend to start searching for satellites based on where they last saw them).

It's sometimes noticeably slower to pick up a signal than my Edge 510 though, but that uses GLONASS as well as GPS (as does your Edge 705) which gives it a big advantage. This would be a consideration for me in buying a new running GPS.

The 405CX is an excellent bit of kit though and I would definitely recommend it. I've considered upgrading to the newfangled ForeRunner 220, but I would have to sacrifice what is probably my favourite feature of the 405CX, namely the virtual pacer. The 620 has the virtual pacer feature but is considerably more spendy.