I have been receiving quite a few emails asking what GPS I use for training. The answer would be the Garmin Forerunner 101.
This unit is the lowest priced of its kind that Garmin sells, but don't let the cheap price fool you. This unit has plenty of features. The price was one of the reasons, that I bought the 101, I managed to get mine for $79 at a running store, the other was the display. You can use the custom display feature and make the “units” that you want big in the main window. This was required with my eye sight being what it is.
The lack of a rechargeable battery has not really be an issue. I just stock up on batteries. Plus it is one less contact point to corrode in salt water. The same goes for the link to the computer. Since I do most of my data collection in a spreadsheet, the lack of being able to download has not hinder me in the least. Sure in the future it might be handy to have that feature, but for the price I am willing to live without it.
During training the I use the Training Assistant in the interval mode. The main mode, I use is the time on / time off,. (set time & rest time) but there are many modes that I even touched yet, that are invaluable for workouts.
During a race, I have it set to straight timing with the main display showing KPH. That way I can see if I am in a current or my stroke technique needs a little adjustment to go quicker.
I have no problems with the unit. The main thing with any GPS that is being used in salt water is that you need to ALWAYS rinse it in fresh water immediately after use. If you are looking for a cheap GPS for training this is the unit for you.
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