well i think we know how it should come apart.. but hard to get a tool to fit and push the right places.. we did try ... and then gave up.

the parts may be plastic welded together or glued or some other sealant for waterproofing too.

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You'd have thought they'd design it to be serviceable?! how stupid eh!

Speaking about sealant & waterproofing, my Nike Triax HRM was waterproof, though according to the instructions pressing any of the buttons underwater would cause water damage!

i guess they are servicable.. if you have the right tools and kit to reseal it.

i bought a zoggs watch with a pressable face for doing laps, designed for swimmers, designed for pool use. first time out doing a 3.8km time trial in a 50m pool..... forgot to press the button after the first 50..... by the end of the next 50 it was blank.... by the end of the swim it had bubbles floating round in it!
whats worse i had to count 76 lengths in my head whilst trying to remember what time i started !

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I have a Forerunner 201 and have only recently started to use it while running. Don't ask!

Has anyone else found it doesnt really work in built up areas? I tend to get a weak signal alarm on it and then it stopped clocking up my milage until it finds a signal again.

O.

Haven't experienced the 201, but I have the 305 that never loses signal outside, and usually manages to hang onto it inside too!

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maybe its just the older model which has a poor receiver.....

O.

I think the '05 series was marketed as having an improved GPS reciever... so that would probably explain it!

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Ive just emailed Garmin to ask if there is a way to improve the signal. I will let you all know if I get a reply

O.

They have told me to do a software update which may improve the signal.

But I have decided to sell my 201 anyway, so, if anyone is interested, drop me a message.

O.

I find the 201 a right pain to run with. Just seems such a weight.

Do all you guys use it on your arm, or some other place with a different type of holder?