Cheap Garmin 305's
05-29-09, 08:07 AM
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Cheap Garmin 305's
Anybody looking for a 305, you can get one from Digital Oasis on ebay for $152, with HR strap and speed/cadence.
Thy're refurbished, but have a 1 year factory warranty. At that price, they're as cheap as most full function wireless computers with HR, cadence altimeter, and no GPS.
And I'm not a shill (even though the outfit is based in Jacksonville.)
Thy're refurbished, but have a 1 year factory warranty. At that price, they're as cheap as most full function wireless computers with HR, cadence altimeter, and no GPS.
And I'm not a shill (even though the outfit is based in Jacksonville.)
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05-29-09, 08:57 AM
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damn you!! That's a great deal....now I must convince myself that I don't really need it.
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05-29-09, 09:09 AM
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costco has NIB for like 174 just check their website but I dont' think it has cadence..just a thought.
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sounds good and I have been thinking of getting one.
One thing I have been reading is that the 305's were stopping (turning off) mid ride and had to be turned back on? A barttery issue I think. Maybe a when hitting bumps?Anybody have this problem?
One thing I have been reading is that the 305's were stopping (turning off) mid ride and had to be turned back on? A barttery issue I think. Maybe a when hitting bumps?Anybody have this problem?
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Damn I was going to wait and get a 705 incase I started training with power next year... but I'm getting my new bike tomorrow and now i need two computers.... Is this company reputable?
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The shut-off problem happens when a bump causes the 305 unit to loose contact with the sensors in the mount. The work-around is usually a large rubber band, although there was a post here a while ago where one BF member rigged up a more permanent and nicer looking solution with some sort of foam rubber.
The battery life problem seems to be less common. The main workaround involves buying a solar usb type charger and mounting that on your top-tube or handle bars. The charger will keep the battery topped of while you ride.
Personally, I was going to pass on the 305 and maybe save up for a 705 or something from Polar, but for $150 it's too good to pass up.
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Making room for the 310XTs...
https://buy.garmin.com/shop/shop.do?pID=27335#
The 305 will be on mega-closeout soon just about everywhere. In fact, if you want a used one, I'll have one for sale shortly.
https://buy.garmin.com/shop/shop.do?pID=27335#
The 305 will be on mega-closeout soon just about everywhere. In fact, if you want a used one, I'll have one for sale shortly.
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05-29-09, 09:51 AM
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All I know is I got it packed in a factory box in 2 days, with every thing in apparent good order, and its working.
Their ebay feedback looks pretty good.
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Man, I was thinking about getting a forerunner for running and biking, but $150 for an edge is a heck of a good deal.
But worth taking money from my new wheels fund?... I duno... (with stock wheels in the 2100g range no explanation should really be needed)
But worth taking money from my new wheels fund?... I duno... (with stock wheels in the 2100g range no explanation should really be needed)
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Does anyone know if the Forerunner comes with a handlebar mount? Also, any runners here who use the Forerunner for both running and cycling? I'm not that serious about running, but it seems like it might be nice to be able to use it for both. Are there any compelling reasons to get the Edge instead?
05-29-09, 10:07 AM
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Damn you Merlin!!! Resist the force......resist....
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If you look at various reviews, some 305's suffer from one of two problems - the intermittent shut-off, and shorter than spec battery life. There are workarounds for both issues.
The shut-off problem happens when a bump causes the 305 unit to loose contact with the sensors in the mount. The work-around is usually a large rubber band, although there was a post here a while ago where one BF member rigged up a more permanent and nicer looking solution with some sort of foam rubber.
The battery life problem seems to be less common. The main workaround involves buying a solar usb type charger and mounting that on your top-tube or handle bars. The charger will keep the battery topped of while you ride.
Personally, I was going to pass on the 305 and maybe save up for a 705 or something from Polar, but for $150 it's too good to pass up.
The shut-off problem happens when a bump causes the 305 unit to loose contact with the sensors in the mount. The work-around is usually a large rubber band, although there was a post here a while ago where one BF member rigged up a more permanent and nicer looking solution with some sort of foam rubber.
The battery life problem seems to be less common. The main workaround involves buying a solar usb type charger and mounting that on your top-tube or handle bars. The charger will keep the battery topped of while you ride.
Personally, I was going to pass on the 305 and maybe save up for a 705 or something from Polar, but for $150 it's too good to pass up.
05-29-09, 10:11 AM
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I am thinking the same thing... I also found some Forerunners 305 on eBay for $150. Just type in 'Garmin 305' and it's the first result.
Does anyone know if the Forerunner comes with a handlebar mount? Also, any runners here who use the Forerunner for both running and cycling? I'm not that serious about running, but it seems like it might be nice to be able to use it for both. Are there any compelling reasons to get the Edge instead?
Does anyone know if the Forerunner comes with a handlebar mount? Also, any runners here who use the Forerunner for both running and cycling? I'm not that serious about running, but it seems like it might be nice to be able to use it for both. Are there any compelling reasons to get the Edge instead?
My brothers forerunner came with a mount that looked like it could go on handlebars, but since most of these on ebay are refurb they may have a few less extras.
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i won one off of ebay for 138 from them last friday. They shipped it tuesday and got it yesterday, that was with free shipping and living in Northern VA.
I have one 305 that has been having the shut off issue and I called garmin last week to get an RMA to send it in for warranty work. I have been getting the shut off since about Febuary on the one i bought brand new from REI last September. But I also use this for my commutes for training and go through all sorts of weather.
I use HR based training for tri's and cycling and the fact that i have 3 events in the next six weeks I didnt want to be without an HRM for the next 15 days which is what I was qouted is the return time to get it back from Garmin for warranty work.
I have one 305 that has been having the shut off issue and I called garmin last week to get an RMA to send it in for warranty work. I have been getting the shut off since about Febuary on the one i bought brand new from REI last September. But I also use this for my commutes for training and go through all sorts of weather.
I use HR based training for tri's and cycling and the fact that i have 3 events in the next six weeks I didnt want to be without an HRM for the next 15 days which is what I was qouted is the return time to get it back from Garmin for warranty work.
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I am thinking the same thing... I also found some Forerunners 305 on eBay for $150. Just type in 'Garmin 305' and it's the first result.
Does anyone know if the Forerunner comes with a handlebar mount? Also, any runners here who use the Forerunner for both running and cycling? I'm not that serious about running, but it seems like it might be nice to be able to use it for both. Are there any compelling reasons to get the Edge instead?
Does anyone know if the Forerunner comes with a handlebar mount? Also, any runners here who use the Forerunner for both running and cycling? I'm not that serious about running, but it seems like it might be nice to be able to use it for both. Are there any compelling reasons to get the Edge instead?
edge = bigger screen able to display more fields, longer batter life, CAD included.
forerunner = smaller screen, shorter batter life, no CAD, big for wearing on the wrist.
later.
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no bike mount comes with the Forerunner. i have both. there are compelling reasons to buy the sport specific model for said sport, that is why they make two different models.
edge = bigger screen able to display more fields, longer batter life, CAD included.
forerunner = smaller screen, shorter batter life, no CAD, big for wearing on the wrist.
later.
edge = bigger screen able to display more fields, longer batter life, CAD included.
forerunner = smaller screen, shorter batter life, no CAD, big for wearing on the wrist.
later.
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That 310 looks like one heck of a watch.
https://www.wired.com/reviews/product...26_garmin_fr60
https://www.wired.com/reviews/product...26_garmin_fr60
