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GoGoGreenGiant
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GoGoGreenGiantI use this watch on lots of multi-day hikes. You will find that battery life is heavily dependent on:
1) GPS on-time, -if you let it run 24/7 vs. turning on at begin and off at end of activity (duh, I know) 2) GPS recording interval as defined in the sport mode you are using via movescount.com 3) GPS accuracy as defined in the sport mode you are using via movescount.com
I basically have two different custom hiking sport modes: 'thru hiking' and 'hiking.'
I use 'thru hiking' for extended section hikes and thru hikes where recharging is sporadic. Settings are 10 second recording interval & "Ok" accuracy. If your life depended on an accurate on-the-ground backtrack of your route in brushy terrain, this could screw you; it will not precisely record your route. It will record your general area and general route well enough on established trails.
I use 'hiking' for day-hikes and weekend trips where I will be able to recharge within 4 days. Settings are 1 second recording and "Best" accuracy. This mode does a much better job of accurately assessing your location, exact route and your workout statistics.
Hope that helps!
1) GPS on-time, -if you let it run 24/7 vs. turning on at begin and off at end of activity (duh, I know) 2) GPS recording interval as defined in the sport mode you are using via movescount.com 3) GPS accuracy as defined in the sport mode you are using via movescount.com
I basically have two different custom hiking sport modes: 'thru hiking' and 'hiking.'
I use 'thru hiking' for extended section hikes and thru hikes where recharging is sporadic. Settings are 10 second recording interval & "Ok" accuracy. If your life depended on an accurate on-the-ground backtrack of your route in brushy terrain, this could screw you; it will not precisely record your route. It will record your general area and general route well enough on established trails.
I use 'hiking' for day-hikes and weekend trips where I will be able to recharge within 4 days. Settings are 1 second recording and "Best" accuracy. This mode does a much better job of accurately assessing your location, exact route and your workout statistics.
Hope that helps!
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I find that the battery is good for all the activities listed above, I still want to see how long the battery will last and whether it will last over a 4-6 day hike (using GPS), but my first impression is that its great. Its awesome that it easily syncs with my phone and other apps (i.e. Strava). I got the sapphire version and its great that it doesn't scratch (however, the metal ring around the face does scratch).
The strap is comfortable and the face can light up which is great when swimming in murky water (or if its dark obviously). Also its awesome that the GPS connects really quickly to satellites (within 30sec at most).
Great buy, would definitely recommend to anyone who wants to track their activities.