Do you need a chest strap?
1303953
I don't feel the heart rate monitor is accurate or practical. While moving I am unable to get any readout. I would NOT recommend this product to anyone looking for something more than a time piece.
12473
I'm not sure what a chest strap is on a backpack, but there are the two standard straps that go over your shoulders, across (vertically) your chest, and down behind your back.
207582
Nope - you'll need a vest (or some such thing). They are pretty basic - but have held up well.
795844
The chest strap must be worn to get the desired results. Make sure the strap is on properly and functioning before you go too far in your run/walk. It is reliable and gives proper readings.
906796
I just purchased mine last month and it came with a chest strap. Olive green.
2194229
Yes a chest strap is included. Be sure to wet the sensor pads with water and to make it contact better I put some hair gel on also.
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.
1506768
No. No strap. You exercise, then put your finger on pad to get heart rate. Technically... you don't even need to wear it.
2227322
Yes there is a chest strap. I've loaded about 30lbs. of prospecting gear on it and the load is comfortable. It is all my old parts want to carry, but the frame loaded it out with ease. Not sure about a moose or something...Ross
906798
Just bought this a few weeks ago, mine has a sternum strap, I bought the black pack.
997668
Yes the HRM with the chest strap does come with it. And it is surprisingly comfortable.
1947986
Yes, both wheel sensors,crank sensor and HR monitor that straps around your chest.
1817768
The chest strap is sold separately. I had one from my old Garmin 305 that works great.
1742553
There is no sternum strap, but as small as this backpack is I don't feel like you would need one when wearing it. Unless you fill it with rocks.I have my ipad, charger, keyboard, a few books, wallet, and keys in this backpack for my commute and it stays very securely on my shoulders without a sternum strap.With the above listed items inside it is also still very comfortable to wear due to the rigid backing.
1301214
It has a chest strap, but due to the weight of the bag, it can add strain to your neck if all of the straps on the bag aren't tight enough. I wish that this bag also had a waist strap. After wearing this all day I usually have soreness in my shoulders, too.
1301212
It does have a chest strap. My wife and I both have one of these backpacks and they are extremely comfortable. We use them traveling and they are perfect in an airport. You can carry an amazing amount of things in them and have both hands free. Recommend it.
200249
No. There is no chest strap with this heart rate monitor. You are required to touch two of your fingers on the contacts to get your heart rate.