Forerunner software alternative - Gear

Mr Puffy

01/01/2008 at 21:38

Like a lot of people I can't get my 305 to link properly with my PC.

This link...
http://www.zonefivesoftware.com/SportTracks/

is a free training software programme that looks pretty good...

twotailedpasha

01/01/2008 at 21:44

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Edited: 01/01/2008 at 21:51

DeedeeDoodle

02/01/2008 at 08:39

If you run a mac instead of a p.c. then I highly recommend 'ascent' - it's fab!

Steady Edwina

03/01/2008 at 12:22

Trail Runner and IB running log are also good alternatives for Mac users but I'm not sure that IB running log works with the 205/305

Ex-pat Scot

08/01/2008 at 10:15

Seconded the SportTracks software.

Nicest bit is the mapping software to show the run on a proper map, rather than the Garmin Training Centre naff effort (unless you run purely on A roads then TC shows my run in "white space")

Plain Lazy

08/01/2008 at 11:11

The new garmin connect software is great. I does pretty much everything AND you can get to see your mates routes, times etc etc.

Mr Puffy

08/01/2008 at 13:36

Where is that then PL?

Mr Puffy

08/01/2008 at 13:54

Derr!! just found it. Even have a Garmin account already!

Farnie

pirate

08/01/2008 at 14:35

does it work with the the 305 now?

Dundee.Runner

08/01/2008 at 14:50

According to my Garmin Software I run in blue space, as I run along the coast, but the map has me running in the water most of the time. Maybe I should be training like they did in Chariots of Fire.

The only advantage in the Garmin Software is the ability to build your own training programmes to load onto the device, otherwise I prefer the SportTracks software.

struthie

08/01/2008 at 20:02

Does anyone know which distances are more accurate -Garmin or sportracks. Sportracks alway gives my Garmin calucalted distances a little boost. Not much (up to 0.1 of a mile) but interested if anyone has any theories/explanations.

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