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Garmin Forerunner 405CX Heart Rate Monitor
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Garmin Forerunner 405CX Heart Rate Monitor

Item # 787996

$369.95

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Whether you're training for a world-class event or just want to get data from your daily workout, the Garmin Forerunner® 405CX heart rate monitor will help you get the results you desire.

  • Forerunner 405CX features a new advanced calorie-consumption formula that calculates calories burned based on micro changes in the user's heart rate during aerobic activity
  • Developed by excercise scientists and world-class athletes, the formula more accurately calculates calories burned than previous methods
  • Forerunner 405CX comes with 3 wristbands to accommodate nearly every wrist size; the 2 included form-fitting webbing wristbands comfortably fit large and small wrists
  • GPS satellites accurately calculate speed, distance and pace information; GPS receiver provides rapid first fix and is sensitive enough to acquire signals under cloud cover
  • Navigation capabilities let you mark locations, find locations or navigate back to the starting point
  • Chest-strap heart rate monitor helps you train in your target zone to optimize performance
  • Compete against the Forerunner's Virtual Partner® to help improve your times; simply set time, distance or speed goals and race against a runner icon on the display
  • ANT+ wireless technology lets you automatically transfer data between your computer and Forerunner without even taking the watch off; compatible with Mac and PC computers
  • Data can be analyzed by downloading free Garmin Training Center® (GTC) software onto your computer or by using the Garmin Connect community website
  • Garmin Connect community website tracks your time, speed, distance and calories burned; store and share routes with other Forerunner users on the website
  • Website also allows users to categorize and design workouts based on activity—prior workouts can be saved by day and week designations
  • Wireless data transfer can be used to send courses, goals and workouts from your computer to the Forerunner 405CX before heading out for a jog
  • You can also share workout information and compete against other users' recorded courses by wirelessly transferring data to other 405CX units nearby
  • Forerunner 405CX will store up to 1,000 laps and 20 hrs. of exercise data, which can be uploaded to GTC at any time
  • Optional foot pod (sold separately) transmits speed/distance data without the use of satellites, so the Forerunner 405CX can also be used indoors
  • Forerunner 405CX tracks your cycling workouts when paired with a GSC 10 Speed and Cadence Sensor, sold separately
  • When you aren't exercising, the Forerunner 405CX can be used as fully functioning watch that features time, calendar (day/date) and daily alarm
  • Touch bezel around display allows users to easily scroll through function screens with a single finger; backlight enables use at night
  • Water-resistant construction meets IPX7 standards (submersible to 1m)
  • Operates approximately 8 hrs. in GPS mode on its rechargeable lithium ion battery; A/C charger included
  • Includes: 405CX wrist unit, heart rate monitor chest strap, USB ANT stick, 2 additional wristbands, AC adapter, charging clip, owner's manual and quick reference guide

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Item 787996

Garmin Forerunner 405CX Heart Rate Monitor Specs

Specification

Description

Heart rate displayYes
Target heart rate zones5
Time in target zoneYes
Average heart rateYes
Recovery heart rate modeNo
High/low target heart rateYes
Heart rate memory/recallNo
Calories burnedYes
BacklightYes
File storageYes
PC CompatibleYes
Speed/distanceYes
ClockYes
Lap timerYes
Stop watchYes
Daily alarmYes
Countdown timerYes
DateYes
Water-resistanceIPX7
Weight2.11 ounces
Battery typeRechargeable Li-Ion
Dimensions26.75 millimeters

Garmin Forerunner 405CX Heart Rate Monitor Customer Reviews

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Garmin Forerunner 405CX Heart Rate Monitor
 
4.0

(based on 4 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Accurate (3)
  • Versatile (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Cycling (3)
    • Running (3)

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    Apr

    25

    2009

    (19 of 20 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Excellent training and tracking tool.

    By HeyDoc!

    from New England

    About Me Conditioning Exerciser

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Accurate
    • Compact Design
    • Easy To Use
    • Gives A Quick Reading
    • Versatile

    Cons

    • Battery life to short
    • Software is Clunky

    Best Uses

    • Cycling
    • Running
    • Weight Loss

    Comments about Garmin Forerunner 405CX Heart Rate Monitor:

    Initial set up took less than 10min and the learning curve is low for most people used to todays gadget laced world.There are two software options to chose from. The stand alone Garmin Training Center and the web based Connect.Garmin.com(will replace [@]) The stand alone software needs significant user interface upgrade. There are no maps included with Training Center, you need to own Topo to create routes at home or run/cycle the route first and then modify it later. It has many workout templates that can be modified to create a variety of training programs. Garmin is however migrating its MotionBased.com site to the new Connect.Garmin.com site. As of this review the site also needed some minor improvements, mainly the ability to create advanced workouts, which Garmin says will be implemented in time as Motionbased.com is migrated over. The user interface is much smother than the stand alone software which is a modified version of Garmin's existing software made for early hand held GPS devices which has never been given a face lift.The user interface of the wrist unit is still the same but the sensitivity has improved over the original 405. However the 405cx may still aggravate those who sweat intensely or are looking for multi-sport triathlon waterproofing. The new 310xt may soon fill that slot for Garmin. Heart rate bands from other popular manufactures will not work with the wrist unit.

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    Jul

    25

    2009

    (6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Good mix of features but...

    By lostwind

    from Duvall, Washington

    About Me Frequent Exerciser

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Accurate
    • Compact Design
    • Versatile

    Cons

    • Controls a bit finicky
    • Inaccurate elevation

    Best Uses

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Mountain Biking
    • Running

    Comments about Garmin Forerunner 405CX Heart Rate Monitor:

    I've used the Garmin 405cx for a month. I knew that I wanted a new heart rate monitor and the GPS in this device was a bonus.

    I like:
    - that you can customize the training screens to show whatever you want. For instance, *I* decided that I wanted the calories as the main display with distance and hr in the sub-display.
    - that I can see where I've been in google earth. It's a little gimicky but fun to look at especially after I've done a new hiking route.
    - that there are a couple of alternative (and free) applications to view/slice/review the data. Most notably SportTracks.
    - that the watch looks like a watch. Not a netbook on my arm.

    I don't like:
    - the touch bezel which is finicky with moisture. If you aren't sure then wet your hands with water and try it out in the store.
    - the elevation metering seems inaccurate. I work out in the gym and it has been registering >1000 feet in elevation gain. I see a similar inaccuracy sometimes when hiking routes along cliff faces and gorges. I guess the gps doesn't know if I'm at the top/middle/bottom of the valley wall.
    - the power charging clip. It's okay but a little clunky. When it's clipped on, the watch wants to lay on its face which I suspect will lead to some scratches and scuffs.

    I wish:
    - Garmin's PC training software was as robust as SportTracks. The plugins and open API seem to make ST a lot more robust and extensible.
    - the 'Return to Location' feature was a breadcrumb type where I could backtrack along my original route out.
    - the screen material was not plastic. To prevent scratches, I've coated it with a screen protector film for a mobile device. Just extra hassle.
    - the watch came in another color like black or dark gray.

    Overall
    I think this is a very good product if you are a outdoor and fitness person. Having a viewable data is pretty interesting especially if you like to know how your performance is per lap/mile and during climbs.

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    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

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    Jun

    30

    2009

    (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

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          Comments about Garmin Forerunner 405CX Heart Rate Monitor:

          Calorie computation of Forerunner405 is based on speed and distance. The new Forerunner405CX has an improved method of calorie computation based on yourheart rate that is more accurate than previous.Garmin enhances Forerunner305 to Forerunner310XT by improving waterproof to 50m and compute calories basedon your heart rate so that it is more suitable for swimmer. [...]

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          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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          Sep

          13

          2009

           
          4.0

          almost perfect

          By tiben66

          from rimouski,quebec

          About Me Conditioning Exerciser

          Pros

          • Accurate
          • Gives A Quick Reading
          • Versatile

          Cons

          • Recharge battery often

          Best Uses

          • Cycling
          • Running

          Comments about Garmin Forerunner 405CX Heart Rate Monitor:

          perfect to see your improvement (or not!) on your computer

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          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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