Garmin 910xt

I know it's been a while, but I'm back with a product review on the Garmin 910xt multi sport computer/watch. This is probably the single most impressive training device on the market. It does everything a tri geek needs. The 910xt maps and tracks runs and rides using GPS, and can be worn like a watch and/or mounted on the bike via a quick release mounting system. It gives all the information needed including pace, lap pace, heart rate, cadence, power ratings, etc, etc, etc! But the most impressive feature of the Garmin 910xt is it's ability to track and analyze swim data in real time. Whether you in the pool or open water, the 910xt will track your distance, pace, stroke count, stroke efficiency, type of stroke, SWOLF rating, and much more. It also automatically keeps track of multi sport activities, such as a brick. And when you're finished with your workout, it's easy to upload all your data to garminconnect.com. All you you have to do is plug in the USB ANT stick, bring the device within 3 meters and it automatically uploads all the day's workout information.

I've been using the 910xt for about three weeks now, and I get absolutely giddy when ever I get a chance to use it, especially during my swim workouts. Now I don't have to worry about counting laps, which I always forget after about the 15th lap, the total distance I've swam and the time I've swam it in. It also keeps track of intervals and the amount of rest taken between simply by pushing the lap button. It doesn't matter if you're swimming long or short course in the pool. The 910xt allows you to set the distance of the laps. It still gives you all the same info in the open water but uses the GPS to track your swim. I'm truly happy with my Garmin!! But there are a couple of downsides for me.  It's a little bulky, but I have wrists like a four year old girl, and it's expensive. I got mine for about $100 off because I bought a refubished model on Ebay. It still comes with the full one year manufacturer's warranty, but I haven't had any problems with it yet.

My training continues,  just 51 more days until St. George! Getting a little nervous....