Which extras (i.e. chest strap, foot pod) would I need to buy in order to know my heart rate and distance?
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.
2067585
Chest strap for heart rate. Like others said the foot pod is useful if GPS isn't picking up (e.g. running on an indoor track) or you aren't actually moving (e.g. treadmill). I like having the foot pod to know my cadence (steps per minute) but certainly isn't necessary for distance.
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.
2067587
Chest strap is absolutely necessary for heart rate. Nothing is needed for distance as long as you're able to connect to a satellite. If you are unable to connect to a satellite (inside on a treadmill, etc.) then you would need the footpod. Note: the foot pod is not as accurate as the satellite GPS in determining distance.
2067588
You should just need the chest strap heart rate monitor, the foot pod is really only to calculate the amount of steps you take. The watch itself is really the only thing you NEED.
2067589
The watch will calculate distance during your runs. In real time you'll have access to speed, elevation, distance travelled, etc. You will need a heart rate monitor (I.e the chest strap) in order to track HR during your runs or rides. The foot pod is only necessary if you plan on training on a treadmill.
2067590
The chest strap is good or 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.
1839666
The device comes with a heart rate monitor included and it does give the max and average heart rates. The device actually gives quite a deal of information. Runners world, when they did a review of the previous model of this watch called it "The Data Miner." I mostly use it with a footpod so it gives pace, speed and distance etc.
170803
The heart rate monitor is a strap that goes around your chest. They sell units with a strap.
525932
Heart rate monitor would be very helpful for you and if you ride bicycles a lot then the foot pod would be useful too.
907619
You need to have a Garmin foot pod and then calibrate it. Then you can calculate distance. Some watches come with foot pods, some don't, so it really depends on who you buy the watch from and what's included in the package. The foot pod from the FR60 will sync with the FR70, so that's also an option if you have one of those.
1902493
The heart rate monitor is optional. You can purchase the wrist unit without the heart rate monitor, or both. If you purchase the wrist unit without, you can buy the chest strap heart rate monitor later.
255829
Agree with Sean. You would only be able to use the heart rate monitor functions of this watch. Polar sells a version of this watch with GPS accessory instead of foot pod but I have not heard good things about it. Polar's newer GPS devices are much more useful but not compatible with this watch. Only buy the foot pod if you plan on running only.
2236432
The product comes with a chest strap and a watch. The chest strap senses your heartbeat, and is compatible with some gym equipment, making the watch unnecessary. This is a very "barebones" product.
2226492
It does indeed have built in GPS. If heart rate monitoring is important to you you'll have to buy a separate cheststrap and link them but this unit has everything you need for a basic running GPS watch.
2010773
Do not worry ! It works very well. I use it every day during exercise, it perfectly comes with the chest strap heart rate.
255831
Yes it works just fine for biking using the foot pod. Of course you still need the strap for your heart rate. For overall watch for both running and biking I did fine the font was small and can be hard to read so it takes getting use too. I like to us my phone also and use like Mapmyrun or mapmyride app to compare distance via GPS.
1723198
I use the Polar Heart rate sensor and the runtastic Cadence sensor. They are both reasonably reliable and would recommend them
1113642
It depends on what devices you're going to be using. Garmin's cadence/speed sensors, and heart rate straps use ANT+, and seem to be the most common. If that's the case, this is what you'll need to pair your computer to the ANT+ devices, and allow you to use them with Trainer Road. It's also possible that the sensors you're going to be using are capable of Bluetooth Smart (BT 4.0). If that's the case, your computer may already be equipped to handle them. Wahoo Fitness makes cadence/speed, and heart rate sensors that are both ANT+ and Bluetooth 4.0 compatible. For more info, check out Trainer Road's "Getting Started" page. It depends on what devices you're going to be using. Garmin's cadence/speed sensors, and heart rate straps use ANT+, and seem to be the most common. If that's the case, this is what you'll need to pair your computer to the ANT+ devices, and allow you to use them with Trainer Road. It's also possible that the sensors you're going to be using are capable of Bluetooth Smart (BT 4.0). If that's the case, your computer may already be equipped to handle them. Wahoo Fitness makes cadence/speed, and heart rate sensors that are both ANT+ and Bluetooth 4.0 compatible. For more info, check out Trainer... » Read More It depends on what devices you're going to be using. Garmin's cadence/speed sensors, and heart rate straps use ANT+, and seem to be the most common. If that's the case, this is what you'll need to pair your computer to the ANT+ devices, and allow you to use them with Trainer Road. It's also possible that the sensors you're going to be using are capable of Bluetooth Smart (BT 4.0). If that's the case, your computer may already be equipped to handle them. Wahoo Fitness makes cadence/speed, and heart rate sensors that are both ANT+ and Bluetooth 4.0 compatible. For more info, check out Trainer Road's "Getting Started" page. « Show Less
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Hi,Base $399.99 , Triathlon $499.99, Heart Rate Monitor bundle $449.99. Triathlon bundle contains Forerunner 910XT Speed/cadence sensor Quick-release kit Premium heart rate monitor Bike mountsExpander strap cCharging clip USB ANT Stick AC adapterManuals. Now I have bought footpod for indoor activities.
255832
If all you need is the watch for keeping track of your heart rate, then it would work well. Although, I'm almost positive the foot pod accessory wouldn't be able to keep track of your distance like it can for running. That's an easy remedy as you could buy an odometer/speedometer for the bike to keep track of your distance and speed if that's important to you.
759353
I believe the difference is the foot pod. You cannot use it without a chest strap for heart rate, but you can use the foot pod without the chest strap.
437126
Yes, includes separate chest strap for heart rate monitor. Also calculates distance based on steps and calories burned.