Is there a reason that we can't use GPS watches during an XC race?

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4 years ago 03/27/2022 3:03pm EDT

re: Go Peacocks

I haven't read the rules in a while and I know they change. I don't think you're understanding the rule correctly. It most likely reads that you can't wear a smart device that can receive messages. Since Most GPS watches connect to your phone and allow you to read texts and stuff, it would make the watch forbidden. Additionally, the official isn't an expert on every GPS watch so she's not going to allow you to wear your gamin 645 just for the fact that she can't waste time determining which watch has smart features. It's cross country. What's this nonsense about pacing? Run the race. Nab places. You don't get scored on time.

4 years ago 03/30/2022 8:15pm EDT

re: malmo

malmo wrote:
Go Peacocks wrote:
I know it's not XC season, but I've been wondering about this recently. We're not allowed to use GPS watches during XC races. We can wear regular watches, but those are more bulky and uncomfortable, so I just don't wear one. It would be a lot nicer to be able to wear my Garmin, so I could pace myself a little better. Is it because the GPS watch may interfere with the chip?
Where is this? Sounds bogus to me.

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4 years ago 03/30/2022 8:16pm EDT

re: Ruler of

Ruler of wrote:
Your coach doesn't know the rules. GPS watches are allowed by NFHS. Show the rule to your coach.

It isn't my coach. It's the people running the meet.

4 years ago 03/30/2022 9:05pm EDT

re: Disko Eric

Disko Eric wrote:
Go Peacocks wrote:
I know it's not XC season, but I've been wondering about this recently. We're not allowed to use GPS watches during XC races. We can wear regular watches, but those are more bulky and uncomfortable, so I just don't wear one. It would be a lot nicer to be able to wear my Garmin, so I could pace myself a little better. Is it because the GPS watch may interfere with the chip?
Wait a minute. You're saying a traditional wrist watch is MORE bulky than a watch with a GPS and probably bluetooth/wifi antenna inside?

Yeah right? GPS watches have finally gotten to the point where they lay flat on the wrist and are close to a normal sports watch size. I remember like 10-15 years ago with the Garmin 305 it was like strapping a cell phone to your wrist.

4 years ago 03/30/2022 9:58pm EDT

re: Go Peacocks

Which meet? I will notify them. But you made it up.

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