Do you have to have an garmin to use the foot pod?
1550618
Yes, as far as I know, you need some sort of Garmin watch to be able to connect and track your runs.
1550619
No! It's an ANT+ device and will work with any GPS watch that supports ANT+ foot pods. See the following DCRainmaker review:http://www.dcrainmaker.com/2011/01/garmin-ant-foot-pods-everything-you.html
1550620
As far as I know yes. The foot pod was made to work with Garmin watches, or other Garmin devices.
451056
Yes, it comes on a MicroSD card, therefore make sure your Garmin has a MircoSD slot.
1077773
Everyone i know has Garmin so I don't know that answer. However, this item is such an improvement over suction cup on windshield that it would be worth the inconveniece of a return to get it.
244289
I use the foot pod when running on the treadmill. You will get speed, distance and cadence information that is in the same format as when using the GPS. The foot pod will also give you cadence when are using the GPS outdoors.
985931
If you are outside you do not need a shoe sensor. The GPS will measure your location, distance, and speed. If inside, you will need the shoe sensor since a GPS will not work indoors. It needs a view of the sky to get satellite reception.
1686887
I don't know the answer but you can call Garmin and they will answer the question, you do not have to currently own one and they do not charge to answer the questions.
732652
No, and so far noMap updates available.Get yourself a waterproof case for the Garmin, I stopped using this and put my Garmin in a case.
1033549
None are required as the unit comes with a gps adapter. Still going strong after over 2 years.
1871838
Not yet, but there is a firmware update which will be released "Spring 2014" per Garmin for it to have this ability. You can use it as is for everything but cadence currently.
1149361
Yes and no. Yes, just put batteries in it and you can track your path on the trail, right out of the box. If you are expecting trails to be already marked on the built-in map, no. For that, you'll need to download or purchase additional maps.
1196293
No. Nor does it come with a USB cable (which you will need to register the unit and download free firmware updates as well as map updates). I guess that is why it is so inexpensive (Garmin gets their money one way or another).
2067584
The chest strap is needed to see and document the heart rate. If you are running outside then the foot pod isn't needed. If you are just partially running outside then again the foot pod isn't needed.the foot pods seem to good at estimating distance while inside.
1993395
Hello! According to Garmin's website, the Foot Pod is compatible with Forerunner® 15. Info can be found here: https://buy.garmin.com/en-US/US/shop-by-accessories/fitness-sensors/foot-pod/prod15516.html
1842662
You can use your Garmin sensors or any other ANT+ sensor. I use a Garmin on my road bike and the iBike one on my commuter. Both work flawlessly.
214711
Yes. All the sensors come with it. However I think you have to buy the upload case separately unlike the garmin. 500
253273
Yes but we have had a Garmin unit before this purchase. The new models are more generic on the way you specify your destination which means less typing. If you haven't owned one, it may seem intimidating at first. Good luck. Ron
2067586
The chest strap is good for the heart rate. I don't use the foot pod as I understand it is more for indoor workouts on a treadmill. For running outdoors the main unit suffices as the GPS tracks the distance covered.