Garmin Forerunner 305 or 405

Singularity · #1 4th Mar 08, 05:00 PM

Hi,

After reading the threads here and elsewhere, I've decided to get myself a Garmin GPS for running.

So there I was, credit card in hand, dreaming of it arriving the following day (with express delivery of course) and was just about to buy it from amazon when I noticed the 405 is due out this year and now I am confused.

Do I buy the 305 (which seems a great piece of kit from what people here say) or do I wait for the 405 (which may turn out to be not as good as the 305)?

Has anyone else thought of getting the 405?

p.s. I also go mountain biking so I would hope it can be used for both running and cycling.

Pete

*richardsimkiss* · #2 4th Mar 08, 05:27 PM

The 305 can be used for cycling too... Hadn't heard of the 405 until you just mentioned it - don't think i'll be tempted to change my 305 for a few years yet!

It looks more like a 'normal' timepiece, and ultimately it depends if that bothers you, or if you need any of the extra features... and of course that you can afford the extra cash.

Singularity · #3 4th Mar 08, 05:32 PM

I think I'll probably go for the 305 as I also read somewhere that the 405 has a few other missing functions. Also, the 305 is £129 in amazon which is great.

Pete

Grant · #4 4th Mar 08, 08:27 PM

I've got the 305 and I'm really happy with it.

I saw the 405 on the internet. Based on the photos I've seen, I think the screen of the 405 looks smaller - as I think the 305 screen is about the right size for me, I think I'll give the 405 a miss.

**admin** · #5 4th Mar 08, 10:23 PM

Must admit I like the look of the 405 as you can wear it as a regular watch... I think it will be worth the wait.

*Steve* · #6 5th Mar 08, 12:10 PM

What does Steepler think??!!

oldschool · #7 18th Mar 08, 02:55 AM

I have the 205 and love it. Not ready to trade it in yet!

*Trinity* · #8 18th Mar 08, 05:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Steve

What does Steepler think??!!

.......LOL

mickeyduff · #9 22nd Mar 08, 09:17 PM

I'd wait for the Garmain 405, as it looks more like a watch which would not make you look like a nerd if worn through the day and the features look updated acording to the Google search and blogs, you can pre order for £180 on the web, just spoke to Garmin and it's not being released till the Boston marathon April 21st.

Singularity · #10 15th May 08, 04:26 PM

Has anyone bought the 405 yet? If so, whats it like? I've noticed they are about £230 now with the HR bit.

Pete