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I'll keep this short and to the point since there are numerous complete reviews. For the past 6 or 7 years, I have been tracking my mileage in Excel which has required using previously measured runs or measuring new ones by computer or bike, etc. I wanted a watch that was the smallest, lightest one that would free me from the same old runs and allow me to run anywhere and easily get the mileage and my time. I didn't want a heart monitor, don't need directions back home or anything else...

The Forerunner links to satellites in about 10 seconds and does everything I need. The software it works with, Garmin Connect or Training Center are excellent also. I use them, but still use Excel for tracking mileage although the Garmin software can do this also.

One key point because there seems to be confusion about this - the watch by default beeps at each mile and tells you your pace for that mile, but at the end of your run, it tells you only the total distance and time. You CANNOT get your mile splits from the watch but you CAN get them by downloading your activity to Garmin Connect or Garmin Training Center. Once you do that (and it is simple and takes just a few seconds), you get all your splits and more including elevations, speeds and a map. Garmin Connect also has a player to replay your runs. Very fun and cool. You change the splits to other values, Miles or Kilometers, and other distances in case you want to run on a track, etc.

Bottom line - I am thrilled with this watch and it has motivated me to run new routes and go greater distances. I have also used it during one race which was helpful and am looking forward to wearing it in a half marathon next month to make my time goal. If I could give this thing 10 stars, I would - it is a great training aid, motivational aid and... cool toy.

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