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MTB Reviews > GPS > GPS Unit > Garmin Forerunner 201
 Forerunner 201
Description: (from garmin.com)
* GPS sensor provides precise latitude, longitude, and altitude data for exact location information.
* Mark specific locations, and then look-up and navigate to these points using an electronic map.
* Retrace your steps to a starting point or reverse your normal route for routine variation.
* Amount of calories burned can be tracked and calculated over the course of a workout.
* Lap history—such as lap time, lap distance, and average pace—can be stored for up to two years.
* Performance data can be automatically archived and calculated to provide an accurate record.
* Automated stopwatch provides auto-lap and auto-pause features.
* Lap timer indicates when a certain speed is reached or when you've fallen below a pre-set level.
* Pace whistle sounds alert when you begin traveling slower or faster than your desired pace.
* Distance whistle sounds when you reach a specified duration or distance in your workout.
* Download free Garmin software to transfer data from your Forerunner 201 to your PC for storage and analysis.
* Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
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| Pros | + Amazon now has this for $119
+ Once I bought the bike mount for this (about $10 from Garmin's web site) it's been a great GPS for mtb without getting in the way at all.
+ It's waterproof and does a good job of collecting information even in relatively thick cover.
+ Backlit screen helps when it gets dark | | Cons | - USB connection would have been a lot nicer than serial, but at least it comes with a data cable and it's cheap so it's hard to complain
- Navigating the trackback features can be a little tricky, especially if you don't clear the track history before you start riding
- Landscape (wide) display doesn't lend itself well to showing what's in front of you as well as the portrait oriented GPS do, but it's nice and out of your way when you're just gathering data for review later on your PC. | | Verdict | This is a great, rugged, cheap GPS and if you can't afford the Edge 305 this is what I'd recommend getting. Plan on buying the bike mount for it because all it comes with is an arm strap, but even with that you're only looking at about $130 for this. Really great bang for your buck! | | Recommended for: Anyone |
| Cons | Limited cycling related data, poor GPS signal reception, wristband is bulky when riding (use a handlebar mount instead). | | Verdict | If you are a duathlete this is a good choice - the running functions on the Forerunner are great. If you're looking for a unit to take cycling/mountain biking stick with the eTrex or Edge series from Garmin. | | Recommended for: Value seekers |
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| Fort Worth, TX | June 6, 2007 
| Atlanta, GA | March 9, 2007 