Best Running Watch?

i've had very good luck with the IronMan watches. Some have up to 100lap memory with recall. I have never had a faulty one, but some of the higher end ones, sometimes tend to resemble something from Star Trek. But if you go for the middle priced ones, you can get great deals, without paying an arm and a leg for it like Nike watches

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Yeah, try a Timex Ironman. Not too expensive, looks fine, easy to read numbers, lots of lap memory. I've had mine for 2 years now. I had to replace the battery once, but that was just a quick stop at my local watch store (I had used the Indiglo waaayyy too much). Great watch though, it's still running perfectly for me.

I agree that Ironman watches are great. I've also had a few Oakley watches which I love for their reliability, durability, and visual appeal. They are on the pricey side (over $150!!!), but might work better with your suits! And they don't die on you like Nike watches. The D1 and D5 models store 90 lap times and log 45 runs. Check out the link.

Big face nike watchs, there great for doing workouts, because the face is so big, u don't have to stare at ur watch to see the time

The Ironman is pretty good, but personally, I don't like the "I-Control" ones - they have a little wheel to turn like old fashioned watches do, and it's a pain. On the cheaper side, the 30 lap ones look OK, and are available most anywhere.

I have the Ironman 30 lap (the newest version) and I like it. One button on the face for Start/Lap. The display is big, so easy to see when running. The indigo stays on for a few seconds so you can hit the light and not have to hold it so that it stays on. I have the women's model (I am a man) and like it a lot, smaller, but still with the big display.

A somewhat related question: Does anyone use the Timex Heart Rate monitor, and actually wear the watch just as a watch the rest of the time?

Nike watches rule!!

I have the Timex Ironman Triathlon. 50 lap memory and heart rate monitor. I dont use the heart rate monitor but the watch works real nice. No complaints.

Dude, I can't believe your battery on that thing is out AGAIN. I've had this Ironman for over 2 years now and it's still going strong (same battery). I love it. 100 lap memory, etc. The only thing I don't like is that the top display is too small, so it's hard to see splits in the dark. That won't matter to you, though, since interval training is a thing of the past...especially with a baby on the way!

Later!

Sounds like you have a "bad" Nike watch. I own about 6 of them, and I have never had that kind of trouble. Nike watches are by far the best...love all the features, the comfort, and it does look damn cool too. If you live close to one, the Nike Outlet has them cheap...they had a 42 lapper for 39.99. GREAT deal.

I would stick with Nike. Nothing compares.

has anyone used the nike lance armstrong watch??? that thing is "ill mcnasty"!!! 100 lap memory, with a compass, altimeter, thermometer, n like, 3 time zones n what not. its sick, bein able to see how far above see level you are!!! too bad its like, 280 bucks! sucks. :( but for me its the cheap 39.99 nike watch! rock.

Instead of running watches, how about watch your running.

Are you still hitting the trails of Athens?

Remeber that's God's country out there. Go Dawgs.

I've had 2 Nike's and no trouble.

For a budget minded future dad go with the Target special Timex Ironman. With the flick light.

Do an people get together to train in and around Athens, GA. I am looking for people to run with in those parts.

by the way the best watch if you can find it is a Casio WS 110H.

I've had two Nike watches and both of them crapped out on me after about one year. Trying to get the serviced (even for a battery change) at a local watch store is a joke....nobody will touch them. Both watches had the same problem...the backlight came on and stayed on til the battery went dead ... when the new battery was inserted the backlight stayed on again and THAT battery died!!! You get the picture. I loved the watch functions and style, but given the $$$ of the damn things I sure as hell expect them to last longer than a year!!! I'm switching to something else....keep the suggestions coming.

Just got a Freestyle (Xterra), a brand several folks I know have had good luck with. Big numbers, indiglo, lots of features, and seems real functional. Has some of the Nike fashion mojo working for it, but not the reputation for delayed service and bad reliability. Plus surfers use them, so they must be cool.

This was the third time in four years the Nike watch "crapped" out on me; this time, I had to keep the stopwatch on to keep the clock running until the backlight came on and stayed on and sucked the rest of the life out of the battery (which must be sent to Oregon to be replaced -- what a rip).

That said, I will probably send it in again, wait two months for the battery to be replaced, and then keep it as a back up or give it to runnerfu for Christmas.

Thanks for the suggestions.

P.S. Hint to any Nike reps who are reading: If would love it if you would try to "win" me over by sending me the latest and greatest watch, though.

runnerfu wrote:

That won't matter to you, though, since interval training is a thing of the past...especially with a baby on the way!

Brian,

I didn't know you were expecting! Congradulations, who's the daddy? I'm sure you'll bounce back quick and be running with the TNT'ers in no time.

Seriously though, if that's the truth congrad's!

Jim

Give me your piece of crap watch and I'll run over it with my piece of crap car!

Nike

Pros: Large, easy-to-read face, good ergonomics

Cons: Crystal easily scratched, display fades in bright sunlight (my experience)

Oakley

Pros: Good styling and functionality

Cons: $$$ (I bought mine as a reward after a good night at the casino, it's now my "dress-up" watch)

Timex

Pros: $ (you don't cry when it gets trashed), numerous styles (you should find one that you like)

Cons: I-control is crap, the display wanders from chronograph to time to date. Stick to a model that operates w/ the regular buttons

Casio

Pros: Indestructible (G-shock)

Cons: Tiny buttons, style leaves something to be desired