Which HRM would you buy?

I would probably pick the one with the most exercise files (I think that is F11)...only because I am lazy. I sometimes exercise 6 or 7 times before I even think to download my HRM information onto my computer (I have a S610i)and I am so glad I have 99 files. I don't use my monitor any where near it's full capacity (I am technologically challenged;)).

It really does depend on how you plan to monitor your progrss and what you are looking for. They both look like they are very similar in features.

Robin:)
 
Hi Sarah,

I know you didn't mention the S120 but it's the one I got for Christmas. I use it for running and it has the features I wanted for that such as a range alarm and the ability to record my splits.
 
Sister...

I would get the M61...if it were me. I would love to have either one really...but the V02max is cool!
:)
 
>I was eyeing the M61 because it tests VO2Max.

Ah, I didn't notice that difference in the two. That would definitely make the choice more difficult!!!

Robin
 
Sarah I think the F11 will also test VO2 max. I also thought I read where the F series is replacing the M series. The last time I was at Sports Authority they had the M61 for $79.
 
Well, no way in hell i am paying $129 for an M61 that Tammy saw for $79!!!

Also, Robin, I think you are right. I think the F11 has a test. I actually bought the F11 yesterday. My a5 quit on me and I am addicted to my HRM like a junkie is to crack, so I darted out the door to buy a new one. I was going to return the F11 is the educated crowd thought the M61 had more to offer. The F11 book says that it has a fitness test that provides a value "that is comparable to your VO2Max". Now, I am guessing the value provided by the M61 would be "comparable" as well. Don't ya think??
 
>Well, no way in hell i am paying $129 for an M61 that Tammy
>saw for $79!!!
>
>Also, Robin, I think you are right. I think the F11 has a
>test. I actually bought the F11 yesterday. My a5 quit on me
>and I am addicted to my HRM like a junkie is to crack, so I
>darted out the door to buy a new one. I was going to return
>the F11 is the educated crowd thought the M61 had more to
>offer. The F11 book says that it has a fitness test that
>provides a value "that is comparable to your VO2Max". Now, I
>am guessing the value provided by the M61 would be
>"comparable" as well. Don't ya think??

Sarah,
The Fit Test will give you your VO2 max:) (as close as anyone can really get to a real VO2max)....you just have to remember to do it as soon as you wake up. I've only done it about 3 or 4 times (and I've had my HRM for over 3 years) only because I always forget to do it as soon as I wake up...LOL. I think the F11 sounds like a good deal unless you really want more bells and whistles.

What sold me on the features of my HRM was I could download all my settings (via an infrared port)and get printouts and readings from each exercise right off my computer. I have all my exercises on my polar calandar from weights to cardio. It's truly a great feature. It logs everything....counts the calories, number of exercises, times in heart rates zones... etc. It even adds up the calories expended at the end of the week and posts it on my calandar. I can compare all my IMAX 2 workouts for the past 3 years if I want. It does so much more, but as I said before..I don't use all the features (but I do love the calandar and use it daily and polar sends updates regularly).

Whichever HRM you do choose, IMO, you can never go wrong with Polar. I've never had a problem with mine and their customer service has been wonderful. I only had to send it in once for a new battery (I didn't have to send it to the dealer but I wanted to make sure it was "water safe" just in case I ever want to swim with it on...like I've ever done that or ever will;))

Enjoy!
Robin:)
 
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