I'm a long time reader, but first time poster. Whilst I wouldn't consider myself a beginner runner, as I'm fairly confident doing reasonable distances, I am new to the world of running tech, I've been doing a bit of research and am ready to take the plunge into tacking my tracking to the next level.
I'd like to get myself a GPS watch, and having looked around, Garmin seems to be the standout option. Essentially I want to be able to track my runs GPS, be able to pair a chest HRM (can non-Garmin HRMs be linked to Garmin watches/app?), also considering getting a footpod (again can non-Garmin devices be paired with Garmin watch?) The footpod would mainly be for using on a treadmill/Zwift, but was also curious if it would add additional value to outdoor runs?
I don't want to break the bank getting the latest and greatest smart watch but would like to start looking at some metrics to measure my fitness over time - not sure what level of watch I need for this?
Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
I'd like to get myself a GPS watch, and having looked around, Garmin seems to be the standout option. Essentially I want to be able to track my runs GPS, be able to pair a chest HRM (can non-Garmin HRMs be linked to Garmin watches/app?), also considering getting a footpod (again can non-Garmin devices be paired with Garmin watch?) The footpod would mainly be for using on a treadmill/Zwift, but was also curious if it would add additional value to outdoor runs?
I don't want to break the bank getting the latest and greatest smart watch but would like to start looking at some metrics to measure my fitness over time - not sure what level of watch I need for this?
Any advice would be greatly appreciated.