If this combo comes with the MultiSport Cardio, why does it need the HR band as shown included in the pictures?
2016770
There are two versions of Tomtom multi sport watch. The original came with the optional HR strap. The newest version released in spring 2014 has an optical HRM. There are still some of the older models around but they will NOT have the word "cardio" at the end. Plus they are slightly more expensive. Definitely go for the cardio one but just be sure and tighten up the wrist strap one notch tighter than feel comfortable to start with!
2016771
It says in the description of you place the watch in the bike dock while cycling instead of wearing it you'd need the chest strap to get your HR.
2016772
don't need external HR bands (but support it in case you want to use one). Seems like the picture show all the supported accessories.
1009067
Not really because the watch is primarily meant to monitor distance covered in a specific period of time with the additional heart monitor which is paired with the watch. What I'm trying to say is that there is nothing wrong in using it for non-running cardio workouts, but if you do, you ignore other functions this product offers and therefore should maybe look for a different solution.
170802
They provide a separate heart rate monitor you have to wear. I haven't personally tried it.
1310181
I too was looking for quite sometime for this, and it appears no one has answered you here, so, yes, it appears it DOES come with the HR strap and sensors: http://jasechong.wordpress.com/2011/02/09/sigma-1909-hr-sts-bike-computer-review/
525934
Hi. It depends on what you want it for. For speed and distance you don't need any extra accessories. For Heart Rate you need the strap and for cadence you need the foot pod.
2071728
I believe the heart rate monitor only syncs with the Nike+ watch and the Nike+ GPS watch requires a USB cord to hook up to a PC. By the way this is by far the best HR monitor I've owned & the GPS does a great job keeping track of pace and elevation for even 6+ hour cross country runs and bike rides. The Google maps of the workouts on Nike website has allowed me to find nearby trails I would have otherwise missed.
542135
C.J.-- I like that this exercise bike has both contact pads on the handle-bars, as well as the POLAR chest strap Heart Rate Monitor (HRM). When I am just hopping on the bike while watching a little TV, the contact pads work well just to double check my levels. When I am going for a real workout, the chest strap is the way to go. I have other POLAR HRM products, and I never do an official workout without one of them. This included chest strap works with my POLAR Fitness Trainer, and I have found POLAR chest straps work with many commercial treadmills at the gym. It really is critical to know your HR, as perceived workload is rarely accurate and highly dependent upon mood & environment. If I am going to take the time to workout, I want to know that I am using my time effectively, and not slacking. Other times, when I just want some movement while watching TV or listening to a Podcast, I use the contact pads. Regarding the fan...I get really hot fairly fast during a workout. I find this fan sufficient. I wouldn't want something bigger or stronger that close to my face. I also want enough silence to hear my TV/Podcast in peace, not a hurricane in the face. If I wanted a larger fan (hasn't happened yet), I can put a tower fan several feet away. I didn't notice the problem with the custom workouts, because I set up 2 that I wanted anyway, as soon as I got the bike. Maybe you could use "Guest User" to get to the pre-programmed workouts? Oh, and make sure you have a pad, or something similarly protective & easy to clean under the machine, as sweating is part of an 85% HR workout. I haven't noticed any movement or vibration that could mark my hardwood floors, but I wouldn't want to discover it through scratches or indentations after-the-fact. I hope you end up loving your bike as much as I do.
308153
I've never used it as you describe, but it starts showing your heart rate once you place the band on your chest. You would need to wear watch and band.
40785
This is just the HRM strap. Also need Garmin watch such as Forerunner or Edge to output the HR information.
2279405
The TomTom Multi-Sport Cardio can still take signals from a external chest strap which will come in very usefully for cycling as the watch is mounted on the bike instead of its been wore on the wrist. Hope this helps.
525931
When I bought it the heart rate monitor was included. I wanted that, but I didn't need a foot pod, and I don't need it.It's up to you if you need a heart rate monitor, but I think that will help you out with your training.
2261816
No, as an employee of nike, I have researched this and the heart rate monitor is only comparable with the nike wear links+ GPS watch. The watch is defently worth it as I have been useing mine now for 3 months with no problems.
1606853
Yes, if you get the performance bundle, I believe you get the cadence sensor, heart rate monitor strap, wheel magnet, and a garmin out-front mount. The base bundle is just the unit.
805472
Negative. The watch already has a heart rate monitor. You can display real time info when using the exercise function.
504343
I do not know, but I do know that the heart rate band connects to all of the fitness machines at my fitness club. The machines are set to recognize Polaris products.
1226392
I have an older model and everything was included. The HR sensor is belt to wear.
37619
It is the soft strap with the grayish metallic fabric stitched on the front while the rubber/plastic contact is on the backside. The included heart rate monitor also has a built in footpod transmitter. It is the HRM-Run with the white runner logo on the black transmitter. If you are getting the Forerunner 620, this is the monitor you want. FYI, the Forerunner 220 comes with the HRM-3 SS, which does not have the footpod transmitter, but also has the same strap as what is included with the 620. The Vivofit's included monitor is the HRM-1 with the all black plastic strap.